Top 5 Retro Bikes To Buy This Diwali

Diwali is a time for new beginnings, and for many people, it’s a time to bring home a new motorcycle. If you are someone who admires retro aesthetics, then here are five classic bikes you can consider:

Yamaha XSR 155

Rs 1,49,990 - Rs 1,62,800 (ex-showroom, Delhi)

Yamaha has combined the neo-retro styling with its sporty 155 cc liquid-cooled engine for the XSR 155, the same engine which is seen in the iconic R15. The bike is available in five colour options. This engine produces 18.4 PS and 14.2 Nm with a six-speed gearbox. 

The bike also gets features like a round LCD console with Bluetooth connectivity for call/SMS alerts, traction control and dual-channel ABS.

If you want retro looks with the sporty character and lightweight feel of a modern Yamaha, then the XSR 155 is worth considering.

Royal Enfield Hunter 350

Rs 1,37,640 - Rs 1,72,445 (ex-showroom, Chennai)

The Hunter 350 is the most affordable motorcycle from Royal Enfield and has a compact design and torquey engine. The bike has a neo-retro styling with a youthful touch to it, and it is available in ten colour options ranging from subtle looks to funky graphics, which will cater to everyone's needs. 

The bike is powered by a 349 cc J-series engine producing 20.2 PS and 27 Nm, offering a relaxed yet punchy performance. The bike also gets features like an analogue speedometer with digital inset, a tripper pod for turn-by-turn navigation and a type-C charging port.

This bike combines the vibe of the Royal Enfield with compact dimensions and modern conveniences, making it a good choice for riders who want one bike for weekday commutes and weekend rides.

Royal Enfield Classic 350

Rs 1,88,934 - Rs 2,26,069 (ex-showroom, Chennai)

The Royal Enfield Classic 350 is undoubtedly one of the most loved bikes from Royal Enfield.. This bike is also powered by the same 349 cc J-series engine as the Hunter 350, which makes similar power and torque figures. The Classic also gets modern touches like LED lighting, a Type-C charging port, a slip-assist clutch, a Tripper Pod and dual-channel ABS. If you are looking for an elegant realtor bike with a refined and easy-going riding experience, the Classic 350 remains a strong contender.

Royal Enfield Bullet 650

Rs 3,64,856 (ex-showroom, Chennai)

The Bullet 650 retains classic Bullet elements such as the hand-painted pinstripes on the fuel tank and peashooter exhausts but with more power. It is powered by a 648 cc parallel-twin engine making 47 PS and 52.3 Nm.

The feature set is quite simple to keep the retro style alive; it gets an analogue speedometer with a digital inset, a tripper pod and dual-channel ABS, similar to the Bullet  350.

If you want a motorcycle that looks unmistakably old-school but has the performance and road presence of a larger modern motorcycle, the Bullet 650 might impress you.

Triumph Bonneville T40

Rs 2,54,999 - Rs 2,79,999

The Triumph Bonneville T40 is the most elegant-looking 350 cc Triumph bike, with its dual-tone teardrop-shaped fuel tank with hand-painted coach pinstripe, round LED headlight, LED indicators, and spoke wheels. This retro-styled bike is available in three variants with seven subtle colour options, ranging from graceful to stealthy looks. 

Similar to the other 350 cc Triumph, this bike also gets the same 349 cc engine with different tuning, giving it a torque-rich character with 31.2 Nm and 29 PS. It is going to be the most feature-rich 350cc Triumph bike with a round TFT console with Bluetooth connectivity, full map navigation, three ride modes and cruise control. Dual-channel ABS, cornering ABS and cornering traction control take care of safety during hard braking or wet surfaces. If you are looking for a classy-looking retro bike with modern features and enhanced safety, the Bonneville T40 is the one for you.