The year 2026 is going to be huge for motorcycle lovers in India. From powerful supersports to rugged adventure bikes and value-for-money commuters, every segment is getting something new and exciting. Here are the top 5 upcoming bikes in 2026 that riders are most looking forward to.
1) Royal Enfield Bullet 650
The Royal Enfield Bullet 650 continues the iconic Bullet legacy that has lived on for more than 90 years. Revealed at EICMA 2025, the bike keeps its classic look with a teardrop fuel tank, upright seating, and spoke wheels. At the same time, it gets modern touches like LED headlamps, a semi-digital meter, and dual-channel ABS.
Powering the Bullet 650 is a 647.95cc parallel-twin engine that makes 46.39 bhp and 52.3 Nm of torque, paired with a smooth 6-speed gearbox—perfect for city rides and effortless highway cruising. It weighs 243 kg, has a 14.8-litre tank, and rides on Showa suspension for comfort. Expected to launch in October 2026 at around ₹2.8–₹2.9 lakh, the bike will compete with the BSA Gold Star 650, Interceptor 650, and Harley-Davidson X440. With its classic charm and strong twin-cylinder power, the Bullet 650 is one of the most awaited mid-weight bikes of 2026.
Royal Enfield Bullet 650
2) TVS Apache RR 450
The TVS Apache RR 450 is TVS’s big leap into the premium supersport segment. Designed with sharp lines, winglets, and a race-inspired look based on the Tangent RR concept, it’s built for riders who love speed and track-style handling.
The bike is expected to run on a new 450cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine co-developed with BMW, producing around 48 PS. Big-bike features like USD forks, steering damper, slipper clutch, quick-shifter, radial brakes, and a full TFT display add to its performance appeal.
Expected price is around ₹4.20 lakh, with a launch planned for November 2026. The RR 450 will take on other mid-size supersports and is likely to attract riders who want a fast, modern, and track-ready motorcycle.
TVS Apache RR 450
3) Hero Xpulse 421
The Hero Xpulse 421 is Hero’s most serious adventure bike yet. Trademarked in late 2024 and showcased as a prototype at EICMA 2024, the bike comes with a lightweight trellis frame, 21-inch front wheel, USD forks, and a preload-adjustable monoshock—perfect for off-road riding.
It is powered by a new 400cc liquid-cooled engine expected to produce 35–40 bhp, offering strong low-end torque for trails as well as city use. Riders are hoping for features like tubeless tyres, full LED lighting, and a TFT display.
The Xpulse 421 is expected to launch in January 2026 with an estimated price of ₹2.4–₹3 lakh, making it a direct rival to the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 and KTM 390 Adventure. With high rider interest, this one is set to be a big hit among adventure lovers.
Hero Xpulse 421
4) Yamaha YZF-R3
The 2025 Yamaha YZF-R3, coming to India by late 2025 – 2026, takes its already-famous 321cc twin-cylinder engine and refines it even further. It offers smooth power delivery with BS6-2.0 compliance and a 6-speed gearbox.
Handling improves with USD forks, monoshock, dual-channel ABS, and strong disc brakes. It also gets a 5-inch TFT screen with Bluetooth, LED lighting, and lightweight diamond-frame construction for sharp cornering.
- Expected price: ₹3.70 lakh (ex-showroom).
- Colours: Midnight Black, Icon Blue.
This bike is made for riders who want a perfect mix of daily use, weekend fun, and track performance.
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Yamaha YZF-R3
5) Honda NX500
The 2026 Honda NX500 is Honda’s updated middleweight adventure bike, now made even easier to ride thanks to the new E-Clutch system, which lets you shift gears without using the clutch lever, while still giving you the option to use it when you want. It continues to run on the trusted 471cc liquid-cooled twin-cylinder engine, producing 47.5 bhp and 43 Nm, paired with a smooth 6-speed gearbox that works well for both highway touring and rough-road riding. The bike uses a strong diamond-frame chassis and comes equipped with Showa 41mm USD forks, a rear Pro-Link monoshock, and dual-purpose tyres on 19-inch front and 17-inch rear wheels, supported by dual-channel ABS for safer braking.
The NX500 is built for long rides with its upright posture, 830mm seat height, a big 17.5-litre fuel tank, and a riding range of up to 500 km on a full tank. It also gets modern features like a 5-inch TFT display, Bluetooth with navigation, LED lights, and switchable traction control. Honda has added fresh new colours for 2026 as well. Being a CBU import, the bike is priced on the higher side, currently around ₹6.33 lakh (ex-showroom), and the new 2026 variant is expected to launch in India around June 2026. For riders who want a comfortable, refined, and easy-to-handle adventure motorcycle, the Honda NX500 continues to be a solid and reliable choice.
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Honda NX500
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