- Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India
- HMSI
- Honda 2 Wheelers India
- Yogesh Mathur
- SP125
- Tsutsumu Otani
- Honda RoadSync
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Launches OBD2 Complaint SP125 Motorcycle At INR 91,771
- By MT Bureau
- December 23, 2024
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI), one of the leading two-wheeler manufacturers in the country, has launched the new SP125 commuter motorcycle at a starting price of INR 91,771 (ex-showroom Delhi).
In addition to being compliant with the upcoming OBD2 norms, the new SP125 now comes with new LED headlamp and taillamp, chrome muffle cover and new graphics. It is available in two variants – Drum & Disc – and five colour options.
HMSI has now equipped the SP125 with a 4.2-inch TFT display with Bluetooth connectivity and Honda RoadSync app compatibility. This will allow the rider to use navigation and voice assist. The motorcycle also gets a USB Type-C charging port.
The SP125 uses a 124cc single-cylinder, fuel-injected engine that produces 8 kW of power and 10.9 Nm of peak torque, mated with a five-speed gearbox. The motorcycle also gets an idling stop system for better fuel economy.
Tsutsumu Otani, MD, President & CEO, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India, said, “We are delighted to announce the launch of the new OBD2B-compliant SP125. With its upgraded features and enhanced design, the SP125 redefines the benchmark in the 125cc commuter motorcycle segment. At HMSI, we are committed to delivering value and excitement to our customers, and SP125 is a testament to our dedication to customer satisfaction.”
Yogesh Mathur, Director, Sales and Marketing, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India, said, “The SP125 has consistently been the most favoured motorcycle in its category, and with this latest upgrade, we have further enhanced its style, performance, and convenience. Packed with advanced features like Bluetooth navigation, voice assist, and USB Type-C charging port, it will cater to the demands of today’s tech-savvy riders. We are confident that the new SP125 is all-set to captivate the youth with its premiumness and redefine the 125cc motorcycle segment.”
TVS Motor Company Reports 7% Sales Growth In April Amid Supply Chain Constraints
- By MT Bureau
- May 02, 2026
TVS Motor Company (TVSM), one of the leading manufacturers of two-wheeler and three-wheelers, has reported 473,970 units wholesales for April 2026.
This marks a 7 percent growth compared to the 443,716 units sold in April 2025. While customer demand remains strong in both domestic and international markets, the company noted that dispatch volumes were limited by production issues.
The company reported that production was affected by several supply chain constraints. It saw shortages in raw materials, consumables and workforce availability, which impacted tier-1 and tier-2 suppliers. Limited container availability hindered timely international dispatches. It has placed countermeasures and it expects production to recover during May 2026.
Despite manufacturing hurdles, two-wheeler sales grew by 6 percent YoY to 455,333 units, which includes 348,545 units in domestic market, up 8 percent YoY.
Scooter sales increased by 24 percent to 211,158 units, while motorcycles accounted for 200,039 units. The electric vehicle portfolio grew by 36 percent, with sales rising to 37,771 units.
Three-wheeler sales recorded a 37 percent growth, reaching 18,637 units.
Lastly, total international sales grew by 3 percent to 120,008 units.
Hero MotoCorp, the world’s largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters, has reported 566,086 unit wholesales for April 2026, up 85 percent YoY, as compared to 305,406 units last year.
Domestic sales came at 532,433 units, up 85 percent YoY, as compared to 288,524 units a year ago. This includes 501,791 motorcycles at 75 percent YoY and 64,295 scooters, up 233 percent YoY.
Domestic retail performance also remained robust during the month, with 552,713 two-wheeler registrations (as per VAHAN) indicating growth of around 8 percent.
VIDA, Hero MotoCorp’s e-mobility business, reported a 129 percent YoY growth, albeit a low-base.
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HERO MOTOCORP |
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APRIL' 26 |
APRIL' 25 |
Change (In %) |
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Motorcycles |
501,791 |
286,089 |
75% |
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Scooters |
64,295 |
19,317 |
233% |
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Total |
566,086 |
305,406 |
85% |
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Domestic |
532,433 |
288,524 |
85% |
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Exports |
33,653 |
16,882 |
99% |
Suzuki Motorcycle India Sells 98,004 Two-wheelers In April 2026
- By MT Bureau
- May 01, 2026
Suzuki Motorcycle India (SMIPL), a leading manufacturer of scooters and motorcycles, has announced its wholesales of 117,514 units in April 2026, marking a 4 percent YoY growth compared to the 112,948 units sold in April 2025.
The company began the new financial year with increases across both its domestic and international operations. Interestingly, while domestic sales at 98,004 units grew by 3 percent as compared to 95,214 units a year ago, exports clocked a 10 percent growth at 19,510 units.
Revenue from spare parts sales reached INR 915.90 million, representing a 14 percent growth over the previous year.
Last month, Suzuki Motorcycle India celebrated two decades of manufacturing in the country and also introduced the new Suzuki Burgman Street ‘One and Only’ and a new colour option for the Suzuki Avenis Special Edition.
Deepak Mutreja, Vice-President – Sales & Marketing, Suzuki Motorcycle India, said, “We have started the new financial year on a steady note with growth across both domestic and exports markets. This performance reflects the continued trust customers place in our products. As we move ahead, we remain focussed on delivering quality products, while deepening our connect with customers and partners across markets. We are also enhancing customer experience through focused events and brand activations.”
Royal Enfield Domestic Wholesales Grows 37% In April 2026
- By MT Bureau
- May 01, 2026
Chennai-headquartered mid-sized motorcycle major Royal Enfield has reported monthly wholesales of 113,164 units in April 2026, which marks a 31 percent growth compared to the 86,559 units sold in April 2025.
The OEM also entered the electric mobility market during the month with the launch of its first electric model.
Last month, the company reported domestic growth of 37 percent at 104,129 units, as compared to 76,002 units a year ago. While, exports came at 9,035 units, down 14 percent, as against 10,557 units last year.
In April, Royal Enfield introduced several updates to its motorcycle and lifestyle portfolio, which includes the launch of the its first electric motorcycle under the Flying Flea brand at INR 279,000 or INR 199,000 under a battery-as-a-service model.
The 2026 Hunter 350 portfolio was expanded with a Base Premium variant in Tarmac Black and two new colours: Mumbai Yellow and Moonshot White.
Interestingly, Himalayan 450 recorded an annual sales growth of 53 percent outside of India, with global sales for the platform exceeding 38,000 units this year.
B. Govindarajan, Managing Director, Eicher Motors and CEO of Royal Enfield, said, “We have started the new financial year with strong momentum, setting the tone for an exciting and important year ahead. April 2026 was special for us as we took our first step into electric mobility with the launch of the Flying Flea C6 - which has received an overwhelmingly encouraging response. During the month our growing global brand strength was further affirmed as Royal Enfield was recognised as the world’s third strongest automobile brand by Brand Finance. Internationally our key markets continue to perform well, driven by successful new launches, industry accolades and a growing rider community. With a robust pipeline of new products and brand initiatives, we are confident of maintaining the growth trajectory through the year.”

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