Top 5 superbikes in India under Rs 8 lakh

The Indian market is gradually tightening its grip on the high-end motorcycle segment where, manufacturers are offering their class-apart-innovations with an affordable price tag. The market is full of torque inducing monsters enwrapped in beautiful bodies. Few of these motorcycles are quite feasible for everyday use and offer the same level of satisfaction that some of the high end motorcycles provide. Below are the top 5 motorcycles in India that are priced under 8 lakh. One of these could be your dream machine!

1. Kawasaki Ninja 650

The Kawasaki Ninja 650 is a value for money superbike that features a robust four-stroke liquid-cooled, DOHC 8-Valve, parallel twin, 649cc engine. The powerful mill produces 72.1PS of power at 8500 rpm clubbed with a peak torque of 64Nm at 7000rpm, Kawasaki has always priced their bikes keeping the needs of enthusiasts in mind and offers the Ninja 650 at just Rs 4.57 lakh. Being a Kawasaki the performance is certainly impressive it scores well in the looks department as well with features such as digital and analog instrument cluster, damped handlebars, under seat exhaust, etc. Since Kawasaki has a tie-up with Bajaj, one need not worry about service centre woes thanks to the extensive network. So if you’re looking at a superbike that you can use for daily commute as well as for your weekend rides, the Ninja 650 is your bike.

2. Hyosung GT650R

Korean bike maker Hyosung has partner with India’s DSK group in order to sell its motorcycles in the country. Though Hyosung has quite a few motorcycles in its India portfolio, the GT 650R is gradually gaining popularity. Priced at Rs 4.79 lakh, the GT 650 certainly competes with the Ninja 650, but which one is a better performer, we’ll leave that to you to decide. The Hyosung comes with a 647 cc engine 4 stroke DOHC engine that produces 72.88 bhp and 60.9 Nm of torque. Though the engine specifications of both the bikes are almost similar the Gt 650’s appearance takes down Ninja with utter ease and though Kawasaki has a better brand image than Hyosung in India, GT650R looks are dominating. A strong point where Kawasaki takes down Hyosung is with its long chain of service centers, a point where DSK-Hyosung severely lack as GT650R owners may face a problem of finding a maintenance hub close-by.

3. Triumph Bonneville

Triumph has successfully set its roots in the Indian market and has introduced a wide range of enthralling products.. The amazing Bonneville series with its low price range of Rs. 5.68 lakh to Rs. 6.57 lakh makes it difficult for the buyers to move on to any other machine. The hardcore styling and build of the machine is simply too captivating. This mega-machine incorporates an 865cc air-cooled DOHC parallel-twin engine with 360o firing interval that dishes out 68PS of power and 68Nm of torque. The bike has high amounts of chrome and steel that are synonymous with high durability and muscularity. If retro styling and lienage are your thing, then the Triumph Bonneville is the machine for you.

4. Triumph Street Triple

Another one from the Triumph stable is the Street Triple. The bike is an attention magnet and carries a go-anywhere image, Priced at Rs. 7.45 lakh, this bike is powered by 675cc liquid-cooled, in-line 3-cylinder engine offering an electrifying power of 106Ps and a peak torque of 68Nm Loaded with Triumph’s best technology and enhancements this bike is fantastically designed. It is a machine that cansatiate your needs as it brings best in class power outputs and fine specifications. It also comes with optional ABS that helps ensure rider safety. So if you’re looking for a machine that can purr as well as roar, the Triumph Street Triple is the one for you.

5. Harley Davidson Iron 883

Legendary motorcycle manufacturer Harley Davidson recently introduced the Iron 883 cruiser in the India market. The bike has all the features of a classic Harley Davidson and can brings a smile on your face with its price tag of just Rs. Rs. 6,64 lakh. As we all know Harley offers an excellent quality product with good features. The Iron 883 runs on a 883cc air cooledengine that creates 70Nm of torque. The ride is extremely smooth and comfortable with just the right amount of torque at low and mid revs. The bike certainly looks like a stunner and if cruiser styling and the Harley – Davidson tag is what matter to you, then the Iron 882 is the bike for you.