Top 5 Biggest Bike Launches Of 2025
The most viral launch stories on BikeDekho this year were all about super popular two-wheelers in India
2025 was a busy year for India’s two-wheeler market, with some major launches across commuter, retro and performance segments. From this, five two-wheelers really smashed the metrics this year, and here’s the roundup of the top 5 biggest bike launches of 2025:
Yamaha XSR155
Yamaha’s XSR155 finally arrived in India with a competitive price tag that was simply the icing on the cake. Positioned as a neo-retro roadster, Yamaha XSR155 blends classic styling and upright stance with the tried-and-tested 155cc liquid-cooled single. It also gets modern touches such as an inverted fork, dual-channel ABS, a digital console with connectivity making it one of the most talked-about launches of the year.
Honda CBR650R & CB650R
Honda expanded its middleweight portfolio in India with the launch of the 2025 CBR650R and CB650R. Both bikes come equipped with Honda’s E-Clutch system, which allows clutchless shifts for smoother urban and highway riding. The Honda CBR650R focuses on sporty dynamics while the CB650R offers a neo-retro naked format, bringing premium middleweight options to Indian roads. These two bikes signify how much the Indian enthusiasts crave for Honda big bikes.
2025 Honda Activa 125
Any Activa launch is big news, and the 2025 Activa 125 was no exception. Priced under Rs 1 lakh, it retained its position as one of India’s most popular scooters by offering practical performance, reliable mileage, and everyday usability — all reasons why its launch was among the year’s biggest events in the commuter space. More importantly, it got a whole lot premium with the TFT screen - a first for an Activa.
2025 Honda Shine 125
Honda’s Shine 125 received an update in 2025 that solidified its place in the commuter motorcycle category, a segment which lives closest to Indians’ hearts. With a refined 125cc engine tuned for efficiency and user-friendly performance, the Shine 125 continues to appeal to daily riders seeking a balanced blend of comfort, economy and practicality.
2025 Bajaj Pulsar RS200
The Bajaj Pulsar RS200 continues to enjoy a loyal fan following, and any update to it naturally draws eyeballs. The RS200 remains powered by a high-revving 200cc single-cylinder engine, and its refreshed styling and features helped it stand out in its segment.
User Reviews
- The Activa 125This Activa 125 provide me all the comfort i seek even the average also comes out as i expected, but i want to buy a bike to ride as a tourist but nobody can beats the comfort of this Activa in daily city rides, so in my opinion if someone who want to ride in city area’s that’s the best choice to pick and drop, also good for daily office going to work even to drop children to school or tution, even carry daily goods because it’s spacious too, overall the scooter is reallly nice.Read More
- liked it much driving experience is very good 👍👍 thanks yamahaI have bought this bike in February, I liked it's performance very much, some problems are there as handling and seat comfort, but overall it's a good bike, mileage is very good, it gives 56-60 on average speed at 75-80, it gives 45 but performance is very good, maintenance is not so high, overall the bike is great.Read More
- I’m loving itBajaj Pulsar RS200 is a great bike if you are looking for thrill and throttle. The performance is really good but the comfort is compromised due to the obvious nature of the bike. Stylish look and modern design makes the bike look adorable. I trust Bajaj and their Pulsar RS 200 also because the bike is fairly priced at around 1.7 lac.Read More