These are 5 performance bikes which you can consider buying this Diwali.

Yamaha YZF-R2 costs between Rs 2.31 lakh and Rs 2.53 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) and is a step up from R15 with its new 204 cc engine making 26.5 PS and 19.2 Nm.

The R2 gets a 5-inch TFT console, smartphone connectivity, dual-channel ABS, traction control and three riding modes.

TVS Apache RR 310 is priced between Rs 2.66 lakh and Rs 2.88 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi), has aggressive styling and a 312 cc engine making 38 PS and 29 Nm.

It also gets a TFT console with connectivity, dual-channel ABS, cruise control and document storage, making it a great option for city and weekend rides.

Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 is a retro roadster with the 452 cc Sherpa engine from the Himalayan 450, making 40.02 PS and 40 Nm, costing Rs 2.51 lakh - Rs 2.75 lakh (ex-showroom, Chennai).

Its Apex variant adds a wider handlebar, road-focused Vredestein tyres and a removable pillion seat cowl, giving it a sportier look.

Triumph Thruxton 400 is a cafe-racer costing Rs 2.77 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi) and is powered by a 350 cc engine, making 40 PS and 32 Nm.

It has a basic feature list, including a semi-digital console, switchable traction control, and dual-channel ABS.

Aprilia RS457 gets a 457 cc parallel twin engine that produces 48 PS and 44 Nm and costs between Rs 4.26 lakh and Rs 4.41 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi).