Royal Enfield has officially launched the Himalayan 440 in India at ₹2.29 lakh

Key Highlights

443CC air/oil cooled engine, tuned for lower peak torque and better heat dissipation than the 450X

Same chassis and suspension as the Scram 440 but with longer suspension travel and an adventure-biased setup

New colours Mustang Brown, Nela White, and Sela Black (no extra charge)

7-year warranty offered on all RE models, beginning with the Himalayan 440

Bookings are now open at dealerships and online with deliveries commencing shortly

While it is positioned as a more accessible, road-focused alternative to the Scram 440, the Himalayan 440 provides a different take on RE’s adventure biking options.

Jawa Completes “All Stars” Trilogy With 42 Lineup

Jawa Yezdi Motorcycles has concluded its All Stars trilogy with an extensively revised Jawa 42 series, now available in three variants.

New Jawa 42 All Stars Lineup Variants

Jawa 42 All Stars

Jawa 42 FJ All Stars

Jawa 42 Bobber All Stars (launched previously at ₹2.09 lakh)

Prices

42 All Stars & 42 FJ All Stars: From ₹1.89 lakh

42 Bobber All Stars: From ₹2.09 lakh

Key Highlights

More than 60+ improvements made across the range including updated ergonomics, graphics, badging, and colors.

The 334cc engine produces comparable 27 hp/26 Nm but with improved finishing.

Deliveries commenced from September 14, 2026, at Jawa dealerships.

This completes Jawa’s refreshed retro-styled “All Stars” range with no major mechanical updates.

Hero’s 125cc Push: Xtreme 125R Update & Glamour X 125 With ABS

Hero MotoCorp is set to bolster its 125cc offerings with feature-laden updates for the entry-level Xtreme 125R and the Glamour X 125. The updated Xtreme 125R is scheduled to launch on October 2nd, 2026, featuring a TFT instrument cluster and Cruise Control, while the Glamour X 125 gets ABS as an added safety feature.

2026 Hero Xtreme 125R- Launch Date October 2

The 2026 Hero Xtreme 125R gets multiple premium upgrades and is set to launch on October 2nd, 2026.

Key Highlights

TFT instrument cluster with better connectivity

Cruise control- a first for the 125cc segment

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Expected prices would be in line with the current range: ₹91,500 – 1,08,300 (ex-showroom)

The Xtreme 125R is already available at dealerships with these updates to better compete with the Yamaha R15, TVS Raider, and other 125cc models.

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Hero Glamour X 125 Launched With ABS At ₹1.01 Lakh

Hero has launched a new variant of the Glamour X 125 called the ABS variant with integrated braking system (IBS).

Priced at ₹1.01 Lakh (ex-showroom) for the top-spec model, the 125cc scooter features

TFT display with Bluetooth and navigation,

3 riding modes,

and

Cruise control- a feature not commonly found in this segment.

This update aims to bring more features and safety to the entry-level scooter segment where ABS is still not prevalent.

Suzuki Gixxer Refresh & Yamaha’s 600th Blue Square Showroom

2026 Suzuki Gixxer Launched At ₹1.37 Lakh

Suzuki has announced the launch of the 2026 Gixxer series with a visual refresh for the existing models in the lineup.

The new models include the following:

Gixxer

Gixxer SF

Gixxer 250

Gixxer SF 250 & SF 250 FFV

Pricing starts at ₹1.37 Lakh (ex-showroom) for the base Gixxer.

While there are no mechanical updates, the visual changes were made to continue competing with the likes of the Raider and Xtreme 125R.

Yamaha Reaches 600 Blue Square Showrooms

India Yamaha Motor has opened the 600th Blue Square showroom in India, offering premium two-wheelers and accessories for sales, service, and spare parts.

With this achievement, Yamaha is reinforcing its commitment to the Indian market for performance-oriented motorcycles such as the R and MT series, as well as the X series adventure models.

Meanwhile, there are speculations about the potential launch of the R2, R7, and even bigger middleweight motorcycles in the near future.

Big Bikes: Kawasaki Versys 1100 & September Offers

2027 Kawasaki Versys 1100 Launched At ₹13.89 Lakh

Kawasaki has launched the Versys 1100 in India at ₹13.89 Lakh (ex-showroom) for the MY27 version.

The 1,099cc four-cylinder engine produces 135 PS and 112 Nm.

The motorcycle is meant for long rides and touring on highways while being comfortable for the rider.

It is available in two colors: Metallic Matte Graphene Steel Gray / Metallic Diablo Black.

The on-road price starts from ₹15.47 Lakh (Jaipur) and goes up to ₹16.16 Lakh (Bangalore/Chennai).

Kawasaki Offers Discounts To Clear Old Stock By End-September

To clear the old stock of motorcycles that are not compatible with E20 fuel by September 30, 2026, Kawasaki is offering significant discounts on several two-wheeler models, including the Ninja ZX-10R, KLX230 RS, Ninja 300, Ninja 500, Ninja 650, Z650, Z650RS, etc. The maximum discount offered is up to ₹2.89 Lakh for the Ninja ZX-10R, while the KLX230 RS gets a price cut of up to ₹1.50 Lakh. Other models such as the Ninja 300, Ninja 500, Ninja 650, Z650, and Z650RS get discounts of up to ₹28,000.

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If you are planning to buy a supersport or an entry-level adventure bike, this could be the best time to purchase before the prices increase for E20-compliant models.

EV Two-wheelers: BGauss & Kinetic Upgrades

In the electric two-wheeler segment, BGauss and Kinetic have made significant upgrades in terms of range, with BGauss C12 MaxR offering a range of 178Km and Kinetic DX & DX+ now having an upgraded battery with a range of 132Km.

These upgrades address one of the main concerns with respect to EVs – range – and aim to serve the needs of delivery riders while also promoting the use of electric two-wheelers in general.

Coming Soon: Bikes To Watch Before Diwali

There are several highly anticipated two-wheeler releases set to happen in the coming months, including the Honda CB500 which is scheduled to launch sometime this year after its unveiling in July 2026. Other notable releases would include the Norton Atlas & Atlas GT which is currently in production at TVS Hosur and is expected to launch between October-November 2026. The Triumph Bonneville 400 is also expected to launch in early October 2026 after being spotted in testing recently. Finally, the Bajaj Adventure Motorcycle is set to debut globally by the end of this year and should launch in India before the year ends.

Royal Enfield’s Next Wave

Royal Enfield is set to unveil the Himalayan 750 in early 2027, as well as the Continental GT 750 and Interceptor 750 later this year. The company would also introduce the Flying Flea S6 electric scrambler later this year / early next year at around ₹3-3.4 Lakh.

Events: India Bike Week 2026 Dates Announced

India Bike Week 2026 will happen in Panchgani on December 4, 5 with a 50% larger venue than previous years.

There will be 4 racing tracks, custom bike events, and ride-outs.

The early bird tickets start at ₹1,999 with sales commencing on September 12, 2026. Details about the music, speakers, and motorcycle launches will follow shortly.

What This Means For You

Adventure: Himalayan 440 and upcoming Norton Atlas offer value between 2.5-5Lakh

Classics: Jawa has ticked all boxes to refresh the All Stars trilogy without touching the prices

Commuting: Hero’s 125cc two-wheelers are getting features like Cruise Control and TFT displays

Performance: Kawasaki’s new Versys 1100 is a great highway cruiser while the E20 stock clearances are a great opportunity to buy a big bike this month

EVs: Higher range e-scooters from BGauss & Kinetic will help promote the adoption of electric two-wheelers in India.

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