April 2025 has seen several exciting new bike launches in the Indian market, spanning sporty motorcycles, practical scooters, and adventure-ready machines. Here are the most notable models, complete with detailed specifications and features. (Note: For images, please refer to the official manufacturer websites or trusted automotive portals, as direct image embedding is not supported here.)
1. 2025 Kawasaki Ninja 500
- Price: ₹5.29 lakh (ex-showroom)
- Engine: 451cc, parallel-twin
- Power: 44.77 bhp
- Torque: 42.6 Nm
- Transmission: 6-speed gearbox
- Frame: Steel trellis
- Suspension: Telescopic front fork, preload-adjustable rear monoshock
- Brakes: 310mm front disc, 220mm rear disc
- Weight: 171 kg
- Features:
- Twin LED headlights
- LCD instrument cluster with Bluetooth connectivity
- LED tail light
- Sharp, aggressive styling with upswept tail
- Available in Metallic Carbon Gray (India)
- Rivals: Aprilia RS457
- Remarks: No major visual changes over the previous model; price increased by ₹5,000.
2. TVS Apache RR 310 (2025 Edition)
- Price: ₹2.75–3 lakh (ex-showroom)
- Engine: 312.2cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled
- Power: 34 PS
- Torque: 27.3 Nm
- Transmission: 6-speed gearbox with slipper clutch
- Features:
- Fully digital instrument cluster
- Ride-by-wire throttle
- Multiple riding modes
- Bi-LED headlamps
- Michelin Road 5 tyres
- Race-tuned slipper clutch
- Remarks: Continues to be a strong choice for sportbike enthusiasts, offering advanced electronics and track-ready features.
3. Honda Dio 125
- Price: ₹86,851–98,250 (ex-showroom)
- Engine: 123.92cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled
- Power: 8.19 PS
- Torque: 10.4 Nm
- Transmission: CVT
- Features:
- LED headlamp
- Digital meter
- Side-stand engine cut-off
- Idling stop system
- Alloy wheels
- Remarks: A practical scooter upgrade, now with a more powerful engine and modern features.
4. KTM 390 Enduro R
- Price: ₹3.37 lakh (ex-showroom)
- Engine: 399cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled
- Power: 45.3 bhp
- Torque: 39 Nm
- Transmission: 6-speed gearbox
- Features:
- Long-travel suspension
- Spoke wheels
- Dual-purpose tyres
- Off-road ABS
- TFT display with smartphone connectivity
- Remarks: KTM’s first endurance/adventure motorcycle in India, designed for both off-road and long-distance touring
5. Hero Splendor Plus (2025 Edition)
- Price: ₹77,176–80,176 (ex-showroom)
- Engine: 97.2cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled
- Power: 8.02 PS
- Torque: 8.05 Nm
- Transmission: 4-speed gearbox
- Features:
- i3S start-stop system
- Alloy wheels
- Updated graphics
- Remarks: Continues as India’s best-selling commuter bike with minor updates for 2025.
6. Hero Glamour (2025 Edition)
- Price: ₹84,698–90,698 (ex-showroom)
- Engine: 124.7cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled
- Power: 10.84 PS
- Torque: 10.6 Nm
- Transmission: 5-speed gearbox
- Features:
- Digital-analogue meter
- LED headlamp
- Updated styling
- Remarks: Refreshed for 2025 with new features and improved efficiency.
Summary Table
| Model | Engine (cc) | Power (bhp/PS) | Price (ex-showroom) | Key Features |
| Kawasaki Ninja 500 | 451 | 44.77 bhp | ₹5.29 lakh | LED lights, Bluetooth, LCD cluster |
| TVS Apache RR 310 | 312.2 | 34 PS | ₹2.75–3 lakh | Ride modes, slipper clutch, digital |
| Honda Dio 125 | 123.92 | 8.19 PS | ₹86,851–98,250 | LED, digital meter, idling stop |
| KTM 390 Enduro R | 399 | 45.3 bhp | ₹3.37 lakh | Off-road ABS, TFT, spoke wheels |
| Hero Splendor Plus | 97.2 | 8.02 PS | ₹77,176–80,176 | i3S, alloy wheels, new graphics |
| Hero Glamour | 124.7 | 10.84 PS | ₹84,698–90,698 | Digital meter, LED, new styling |
In summary:
April 2025 has brought a diverse lineup of new motorcycles and scooters to India, ranging from the sporty Kawasaki Ninja 500 and TVS Apache RR 310 to the practical Honda Dio 125 and the adventure-ready KTM 390 Enduro R. Commuters and enthusiasts alike have exciting new options across all segments.
