1 week Ago By Surendhar M
This article delves into six highly anticipated adventure bikes set to launch in India, all from leading domestic manufacturers The adventure touring segment in India is all pumped for fierce competition in the next two years with several new motorcycles gearing up for launch. This overview highlights both confirmed and rumoured upcoming models from Indian brands like Hero MotoCorp, TVS and Royal Enfield as they look to establish themselves across multiple price points: 1&2. Hero Xpulse 210 & Xpulse 421: Hero MotoCorp revealed the second generation Xpulse at the EICMA 2024, featuring a liquid-cooled 210 cc engine borrowed from the Karizma XMR.
This updated model gains an evolutionary design and new features, enhancing its overall appeal and it will be priced higher than the outgoing model. Additionally, Hero plans to launch its flagship adventure motorcycle in 2026, powered by a 421 cc engine. Its concept sketches were revealed at the same show and the motorcycle has already been caught testing a few times.
Also Read: Upcoming Hero Bikes & Scooters In India – New Xpulse To Xoom 160 3,4&5. Royal Enfield Himalayan Rally, EV & Himalayan 650: At EICMA 2024, Royal Enfield unveiled two electric concepts: the Flying Flea C6 and the updated Himalayan Electric 2.0.
The latter builds on the prototype showcased last year and is expected to launch in the near future, following the C6. Meanwhile, the brand is also developing a Rally version of the Himalayan 450 and it will go on sale next year. The flagship adv from the Chennai-based manufacturer, the Himalayan 650, is also under development judging by the spy images.
6. TVS 300 cc Adv: TVS Motor Company is reportedly developing a new adventure touring motorcycle, slated for launch by the middle of next year. Currently in the final stages of development, the motorcycle will feature a newly designed 300 cc engine, mated to a six-speed gearbox.
TVS might draw inspiration from the 313 cc engine used in its flagship RR 310 for the upcoming adventure motorcycle. Also Read: 2025 TVS Apache RTR 160 4V With USD Forks Launched In India True to its adventure touring DNA, the bike is expected to include a tall windscreen, a prominent front beak, long-travel suspension, wire-spoked wheels, etc. The forthcoming TVS 300 cc adventure tourer is set to intensify competition in the dual-purpose motorcycle segment.
It will take on rivals like the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, KTM 390 Adventure and Yezdi Adventure..
