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The list of top 5 ADVs includes models from Royal Enfield, TVS, Hero MotorCorp, Kawasaki and KTM
The adventure motorcycle segment has gained a lot of popularity in the Indian market in the past few years. With the overall travelling culture growing in the country, ADVs come out as a competent option for people who want to use two-wheelers as their mode of transport. These motorcycles offer the perfect combination of long-distance touring, comfort, power, luggage carrying capacity and off-road capability. In line with this, we will look at the top 5 adventure motorcycles you can buy this festive season.
1. Royal Enfield Himalayan 450
The Himalayan is currently the most popular ADV nameplate in the Indian market. Priced in the range of Rs. 3.06 lakh to Rs. 3.20 lakh (ex-showroom), the motorcycle is powered by a 452cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine, putting out 39.47 bhp and 40 Nm of peak torque, mated to a 6-speed gearbox. It rides on 21-inch front and 17-inch rear wire spoke wheels, and the tubeless spoke wheels are available as an option.
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2. Hero Xpulse 210
The Xpulse 210 is the most affordable adventure bike you can buy right now in India. It is priced in the range of Rs. 1.62 lakh to Rs. 1.71 lakh (ex-showroom). The ADV is powered by a 210cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine, tuned to produce 24.2 bhp and 20.7 Nm of peak torque. It rides on 21-inch front and 18-inch rear wire spoke wheels. The Xpulse 210 is extremely lightweight at 168 kg, making it quite a capable motorcycle for off-road enthusiasts.
3. KTM 390 Adventure X
The 390 Adventure X is a very competent motorcycle for long-distance touring. The ADV is powered by a 398.63cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled motor, producing 45.3 bhp and 39 Nm of peak torque. KTM absorbed the GST 2.0 price increment, and you can buy the adventure motorcycle for Rs. 3.04 lakh (ex-showroom) this festive season. The 390 Adventure X is a more road-oriented version of the brand’s 390 Adventure range, and it comes with a 19/17-inch alloy wheel setup.
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4. TVS Apache RTX
TVS recently launched the all-new Apache RTX in the Indian market, marking its entry into the ADV segment. The Apache RTX gets a new RTXD4 299cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine, putting out 36 PS and 28.5 Nm of peak torque. It is priced in the range of Rs. 1.99 lakh to Rs. 2.29 lakh (ex-showroom). The ADV gets four riding modes, i.e. Rally, Urban, Tour and Rain, with ride-by-wire technology. It is more road-oriented ADV, riding on 19/17-inch alloy wheels.
5. Kawasaki KLX 230
Kawasaki reduced the price of the KLX 230 by Rs. 1.30 lakh in August, thanks to the local manufacturing. With the reduced GST rates, the dual-sport motorcycle is now priced at Rs. 1.84 lakh (ex-showroom), making it quite a value-for-money proposition for off-road riding enthusiasts. It is powered by a 233cc single-cylinder air-cooled engine, putting out 18.37 bhp and 19 Nm of peak torque, paired to a 6-speed gearbox. The KLX 230 rides on 21-inch front and 18-inch rear wire-spoke wheels, with 240mm/250mm of front/rear suspension travel.
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