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A red-sky silhouette and coordinates for central Milan have turned Royal Enfield’s next Himalayan into the week’s most discussed motorcycle. EICMA begins in November, making a reveal there a strong possibility, while the teaser itself confirms no specifications, price, variants or public launch date.
The Benelli TRK 552 and 552X arrive in India with a 554 cc parallel twin, refreshed touring equipment and prices of ₹7.22 lakh and ₹7.74 lakh. The larger engine gives the family a new centre while the two versions invite different kinds of distance.
Ducati’s new Hypermotard V2 starts at ₹16.53 lakh, with the V2 SP at ₹20.78 lakh. Its 890 cc engine makes 118 bhp and 94 Nm, bringing a sharper, lighter heart to the high bar, upright motorcycle that has always worn its name honestly.
The new X47 Venom starts at an introductory ₹2.65 lakh and pairs a 30 kW motor with a claimed IDC range of 343 kilometres. Its 12 kW DC charging support gives the Indian electric motorcycle a touring conversation built around distance, charging and an upright adventure shape.
Bajaj has launched the updated Pulsar N250 SS at ₹1,59,406 ex-showroom in Delhi. The new six-speed gearbox, TFT display, electronic throttle and riding modes give the quarter-litre roadster a deeper equipment story, while the price premium over the standard N250 asks buyers to decide how much that extra control is worth.
The new Bonneville T40 and T40 Black pair classic proportions with a dedicated 400cc single, five riding modes, cornering rider aids, cruise control and full-map navigation on a circular TFT.
Kawasaki’s larger 1,099cc road tourer brings 135 PS, cruise control, a 21 litre tank and IMU based rider assistance to India at ₹13.89 lakh.
The 2026 Monster arrives in India with more performance, but the part that changes the way it feels is the weight saved around the whole motorcycle.
The new N160 brings a four-valve engine, upside-down forks and traction control to a price point where buyers usually have to choose between performance and equipment.
Ducati has put a price to the new Monster in India: ₹13.99 lakh for the standard bike and ₹14.34 lakh for the Monster+.
Royal Enfield has launched the Himalayan 440 at ₹2.29 lakh, bringing a 443cc single-cylinder engine, 21-inch front wheel and a simpler adventure-touring character to the range.
Ather’s new Konarc starts at ₹99,999 and brings a 200 kilometre IDC range claim, metal bodywork, long-travel suspension and a calmer ownership pitch to the electric scooter market.
Yamaha has launched the YZF-R2 in India from ₹2,30,500, adding a 204cc single-cylinder sports bike with a 149 kilogram chassis, three variants and a segment-first bi-directional quick shifter.
The N160 S and N160 SS launch at ₹1.33 lakh and ₹1.42 lakh, with a new 164.5cc engine, USD forks, ride modes and traction control.
