Top 5 Performance Bikes Under Rs 1.5 Lakh in India : The dream of having something that offers performance within the restraints of cost has remained for most budding bikers and bike enthusiasts in India. Starting in 2025, that promising Indian two-whelers market should be able to offer under ₹1.5 lakh an affair that combines performance, style, and features altogether. Speed, control, sheer thrill, or whatever it is termed, here is an updated list of the top five performance bikes for you to check out this year under ₹1.5 lakh
TVS Apache RTR 160 4V
Apache RTR 160 4V remains to be one of the most proud performances by the seekers. It has a 159.7cc oil-cooled engine capable of producing about 17.6 PS power, and thus making it the most powerful motorcycle in its class in terms of performance. It offers a sporty look, dual disc brakes, Bluetooth connectivity, and extreme advantages for handling rides all at an approximate cost of ₹1.3 lakh.
Bajaj Pulsar N160
Bajaj can never go wrong when it comes to the taste of Pulsar, and the all-new Pulsar N160 is no different. It has a brutish design and boasts a 164.82cc oil-cooled engine that develops 16 PS. The higher variant of the bike comes with dual-channel ABS, a projector LED headlamp, and perfect torque for riding through the city and on the highway. The price starts at ₹1.31 lakh.
Yamaha FZ-S FI V4
You may consider going for the Yamaha FZ-S FI V4 if you love refinement with a presence on the road. Its engine provides very smooth performance figures in the power category pegged at 12.4 PS, but it is not the speediest of all-the-rounder with sporty styling and good fuel economy feats, including traction control and Bluetooth capabilities, and it will cost you about ₹1.30 lakh.
Hero Xtreme 160R 4V
Hero has raised the stakes for the Xtreme 160R 4V. This bike is powered by a 163cc mill developing 16.9 PS power, making it among the fastest in its class. It’s lightweight, agile, and very aggressive in looks. It also boasts LED lighting and digital instrumentation. Starting price is ₹1.29 lakh.
Honda SP160
For those devotees who have with performance the added reliability of Honda, the SP160 could fit the bill. It gets 13.5 PS of power with a 162.7cc engine along with a smooth riding experience. A sporty design with a digital display and smooth gearbox qualifies it at a good price, which is around ₹1.26 lakh.