Safest Bikes Under Rs 1.5 Lakh in India
If you value safety more than anything else, these bikes should be on top of your list
When it comes to affordable motorcycles, we look for practicality, mileage, looks, or maybe performance. However, safety is often overlooked. Thankfully, manufacturers now offer advanced safety features in the affordable segment.Let's take a look at bikes which are not just the safest but also offer good looks and performance under Rs. 1.5 lakh.
Hero Xtreme 125R
Price: Rs 1,04,500 (ex-showroom)
Hero Xtreme 125R is popular among youngsters because of its youthful design and exciting performance. To keep this ‘young blood’ safe, Hero has equipped this bike with useful safety features. Dual-channel ABS is available only in the top-end variant, which also has panic braking alert. We highly recommend this variant over its lower variants since you get the full package here.
TVS Apache RTR 160 4V
Price: Rs 1,36,540 (ex-showroom)
Apache RTR 160 4V is the most features-loaded bike of the sporty-commuter segment, and TVS has paid undivided attention to rider safety as well. Its top variant offers safety features like dual-channel ABS, traction control and slip assist clutch. It also features rear-wheel lift protection which doesn't allow the bike to do a stoppie during hard braking.
Great safety and advanced features go hand-in-hand with this TVS bike. It also has three ride modes– Urban, Rain and Sport. These modes change the max power depending on the mode you are in, and also changes the level of ABS intervention.
If you are looking for maximum safety along with features, then TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is a great contender.
Bajaj Pulsar N160
Price: Rs 1,26,290 (ex-showroom)
The Bajaj Pulsar N160 (Dual channel ABS with USD variant) comes with dual-channel ABS and three ABS modes, Road, Rain and Off-Road. These modes help the bike to prevent skidding and improve stability across different riding conditions.
Yamaha XSR 155
Price: Rs 1,49,990 (ex-showroom)
Yamaha XSR 155, the newest offering from Yamaha is equipped with sporty retro design but modern safety features with engine reliability. This bike comes with dual-channel ABS and traction control, which enhances rider’s confidence while riding on slippery or unpredictable surfaces.
If you want a bike with retro looks, great safety features and reliable engine with an option of customization, then XSR155 is the right choice.
TVS Ronin
Price: Rs 1,48,040 - Rs 1,60,140 (ex-showroom)
TVS Ronin, another motorcycle from TVS which focuses heavily on safety and technology. The Mid and Top variants come with dual-channel ABS with two ABS modes, Rain and Urban. These modes help the rider to confidently apply brakes in dry or wet conditions. The bike is also equipped with a slip-assist clutch which makes down-shifts smoother and safer.
In addition, TVS has also packed the Ronin with Glide Through Technology, which allows the bike to crawl in slow moving traffic without throttle input.
If you are looking for a bike which looks different, has advanced safety and is also feature loaded, then TVS Ronin is the one for you.
User Reviews
- Comfortable and stylish Daily Commuter .Comfortable riding posture for daily Commuting, Smooth engine and refined performance, Good looks and modern features Suitable for both city and occasionally highway rides, Affordable price for futuristic and stylish bike. Engine Feels smooth and vibration is minimal, Comfortable seat for long rides Handling is stable and confidence inspiring Mileage is satisfactory for daily use Suspension handles bad roads very well and get comfort. Yes, for riders looking for comfortable and feature rich bike, great for daily commuting and weekend rides. Good balance of performance mileage and comfort, Not ideal if you are looking for aggressive sport bike performance.Read More
- This bike is awesome and stableI choose this bike because of performance and mileage. Everything is perfect in the bike and the look and design is really awesome. It looks like a racer bike. This bike suit me a lot because I am 5.6. The performance of this bike is really awesome. I can play with this bike and this is really awesome for cruising or for racing because it has high performance gears and stability of the bike is awesome. I will recommend this to buy because I get sufficient mileage for city rides and if I want to go to highway, I can get around 36 to 37 which is really nice for long tours and rides. It comes with very less weight.Read More
- Hero extreme 125 R isHero extreme 125 R is value for money bike, combining sporty looks, give high mileage around 50 kmpl with superior tech ABS Control, USB Charger and Bluetooth connectivity. Lamination coated. One year extended service card available. Digital meter with LED lights. All services done in company centre only.Read More
- N160 is the beast and best value bikeI really love this bike as i have driven it a lot on off road and long trips, good mileage, best and smooth experience with my N160, i am really happy to have this bike as it is really budget friendly. My ride is too good really looking forward to gift one more bike to my brother as it is a best bike of bajaj, really thank full to have this bike. Best mileage and performance i have ever seen in a bike, happy to have n 160. Definitely this is the best variant of pulsar, all my friends are so excited to purchase this bike they ask me the price and i always suggest them n160 as it is the best variety for every new rider, amazing bike.Read More
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