Top 10 Motorcycle Sales in May
As a result, the motorcycle segment continued to be one of the strongest contributors to India’s two-wheeler market.
Hero Splendor remains the best selling motorcycle
hero splendor Once again achieved the top position in the sales charts. Motorcycle sales were recorded at 3,48,115 units in May 2026, and this represents a growth of 12.17%.
Furthermore, Splendor alone accounted for 38.57% of the total sales of the top 10 motorcycles. honda shine It stood second with sales of 1,55,441 units. However, the motorcycle witnessed a marginal decline of 1.79% compared to the same period last year.
| top 10 motorcycles | May 2026 | May 2025 | Growth % YoY | % share May 2026 |
| grandeur | 3,48,115 | 3,10,335 | 12.17 | 38.57 |
| Glow | 1,55,441 | 1,58,271 | -1.79 | 17.22 |
| Pulsar | 1,24,270 | 1,22,151 | 1.73 | 13.77 |
| HF Deluxe | 66,722 | 1,07,768 | -38.09 | 7.39 |
| apache | 53,900 | 49,099 | 9.78 | 5.97 |
| cb unicorn | 34,925 | 28,616 | 22.05 | 3.87 |
| attacker | 34,852 | 35,401 | -1.55 | 3.86 |
| classic 350 | 34,594 | 28,628 | 20.84 | 3.83 |
| Platina | 26,467 | 27,919 | -5.20 | 2.93 |
| bullet 350 | 23,372 | 17,279 | 35.26 | 2.59 |
| Total | 9,02,658 | 8,85,467 | 1.94 | 100.00 |
Strong performance of Pulsar and Apache continues
Bajaj Pulsar Took third position with sales of 1,24,270 units. Popular motorcycle range registers growth of 1.73% compared to May 2025 bajaj bikeThe Pulsar lineup continues to attract riders looking for sporty styling and everyday practicality.
During this time, TVS Apache Maintained its positive momentum. The motorcycle sold 53,900 units and registered a good growth of 9.78%. Furthermore, Honda CB Unicorn recorded sales of 34,925 units reflecting a strong growth of 22.05%.
HF Deluxe is seeing a decline while Royal Enfield models are on the rise
Hero HF Deluxe Despite a sharp decline in sales it remained the fourth best selling motorcycle. 66,722 units of the model were sold, which is 38.09% less than the figures recorded in May 2025.
Slight decline seen in Raider and Platina
TVS Raider Sales of 34,852 units were recorded during the month. However, motorcycles saw a smaller decline of 1.55%. Similarly, Bajaj Platina Sales were recorded at 26,467 units registering a decline of 5.20%.
Nevertheless, both motorcycles remained among the best-selling commuter bikes in the country.
Motorcycles continue to dominate the two-wheeler market
Motorcycles continue to have the largest share in India’s two-wheeler industry. The segment recorded sales of 11,13,973 units in May 2026 and accounted for 58.56% of the total market.
While commuter motorcycles are producing the highest volumes, premium offerings are gradually expanding their presence. Therefore, the latest sales figures show that Indian buyers are increasingly looking for both practical and premium motorcycle options.
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