Top 5 Best Selling 125cc Bikes: January 2026
Honda Shine 125 has once again dominated the 125cc segment without any contest
The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) has recently published two-wheeler sales figures for January 2026. We have already covered the top 5 best-selling bikes of this month. Here’s a quick look at the top 5 best-selling 125cc bikes in particular:
Honda Shine 125cc
|
Month |
Units Sold |
|
January 2026 |
1,35,076 |
|
December 2025 |
1,25,266 |
|
January 2025 |
1,51,439 |
The Honda Shine 125 has been one of the most preferred commuter bikes for those who want something that’s a bit more powerful than a 110cc motorcycle but also without losing out much on mileage. To this end, the Shine 125 delivers refined performance, comfortable ride quality and good mileage, positioning it at the top on this sales chart.
Although Year-on-Year (YoY) sales saw a 10.8% decline, the Month-on-Month (MoM) performance showed a positive 7.8% increase in sales. The sales might further be boosted this month, thanks to the recent launch of the Limited Edition Shine 125.
Pulsar 125cc Range
|
Month |
Units Sold |
|
January 2026 |
67,081 |
|
December 2025 |
36,576 |
|
January 2025 |
60,640 |
The Bajaj Pulsar 125 range including the Classic Bajaj Pulsar 125, Bajaj Pulsar NS125 and Bajaj Pulsar N125 together recorded 67,081 unit sales in January 2026. All these bikes offer good performance and decent mileage, but are catered to those who want different designs.
The MoM sales figures showed an increase of a whopping 83.40%, whereas even the YoY figures went up by 10%. This could be due to the recent launch of the updated Bajaj Pulsar 125 complete with a new LED headlamp, LED indicators and new colours. Also many customers might have delayed their purchase in December so that they can get the new model-year motorcycle in January 2026. Nonetheless, it’s been a great start for the Pulsar family, and Bajaj intends to keep the momentum going with not one but 8 new Bajaj bike launches in the next few months!
TVS Raider 125
|
Month |
Units Sold |
|
January 2026 |
36,069 |
|
December 2025 |
22,783 |
|
January 2025 |
27,382 |
The TVS Raider 125 is one of the sportiest bikes in the 125cc segment. It comes with some segment-first features, aggressive design, and offers a wide variant lineup for buyers to choose from.
This TVS bike witnessed an increase of 31% in Month-on-Month sales and 58% increase compared to the figures of January 2025. Just like the 125cc Pulsar bikes, the TVS Raider’s figures could have increased due to new-year’s purchase trend.
Hero Glamour 125
|
Month |
Units Sold |
|
January 2026 |
24,092 |
|
December 2025 |
17,166 |
|
January 2025 |
9,175 |
The Hero Glamour 125 and Hero Glamour X 125 are part of Hero Glamour range. The Hero bike has posted an increment of 40% in MoM sales and a massive 147% increase in YoY sales figures. The big jump in YoY numbers is due to the fact that the Glamour X 125 was launched in August last year, which really refreshed the ageing bike with a segment-first cruise control, along with a bunch of other interesting features.
Hero Xtreme 125R
|
Month |
Units Sold |
|
January 2026 |
20,790 |
|
December 2025 |
12,989 |
|
January 2025 |
21,870 |
The Hero Xtreme 125R is a sporty 125cc motorcycle from the brand. It is also one of the safest motorcycles in its segment featuring dual-channel ABS.
While the YoY sales were down by 4%, the MoM sales saw a rise of nearly 60%. The increase in sales might have been a result of the January’s purchase rush. It is also one of the bikes with best mileage under Rs 1 lakh.
User Reviews
This bike is a powerful bike. Having a 125 cc engine with a very good mileage. When you drive, you feel the pride. Ride of the bike towards mountain and hilly area are very good. Overall performance of the engine is very nice. Sound of the engine and exhaust is very good. Quick pickup and smooth ride is good.Read More
I have had a very good overall experience with my bike its sport design, its performance of engine, riding comfort is really good, maintenance also come very less so overall a very good experience. The looks are very nice. I have travelled for both very less and far distance also but in both way its works awesome, also services from Hero is also awesome. Good to go.Read More
1. It's looking 2. Weight 3. Performance 4 . Practical 5. Better handling 6. Reliable engine 7. Any age group of people can drive easily. 8. Ground clearance 9. Build quality 10. Better suspension.10. budget friendly Up to 120 km nonstop ride without any heating issue. 2 people can sit easily. Stable on roads average is good suspension are not too much hard, realible engine on 80 it cruses better compare than others in segment. Those people can but who are searching for a mid range bike for office family, specially the young generation the expect power, best for everyone like village people or city. If people are expecting better engine reliable engine and after sell value, they should definitely buy this.Read More
Bike with excellent condition, Nice mileage, Serviced time to time, Well maintained. Very comfortable seat, Driving feels like flying in the air. Mileage is very nice around 60 Km/L. Hero is a brand which maximum sold in India and it is very beneficial for the customer to buy a good & efficient mileage bike. Read More