Two-wheeler wholesales for September in the green, automakers gear up for festive demand  

Two-wheeler sales

The two-wheeler industry in India is gearing up for the festive season and in contrast to the four-wheeler segment, it continues to expect a healthy growth demand.

Taking a closer look at the company-wise sales performance for the month of September 2024, Hero MotoCorp the world’s largest two-wheeler maker reported 19 percent growth YoY in the domestic market. The company sold 616,706 two-wheelers, as against 519,789 units for the same period last year.

Hero MotoCorp states that there is a positive sentiment prevalent in the industry as it approaches the festive season on the back of a good monsoon. It has a strong pipeline of bookings and is experiencing increased customer footfall leading up to the festive season. The company expects healthy growth during the 32-day period starting from October 3.

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) reported wholesales of 536,391 units, which was 9 percent higher than 491,802 units last year.

During the period the company attained a new sales milestone for its popular scooter the ‘Activa’, which went home to over 10 million customers in the South Indian states and union territories of Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Telangana, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Puducherry, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands.

TVS Motor Co, too reported a healthy growth of 23 percent YoY with 369,138 two-wheelers sold, compared to 300,493 units for the same period last year.

The company’s EV sales registered a growth of 42 percent increasing from 20,356 units in September 2023 to 28,901 units in September 2024.

For Pune-based Bajaj Auto, the monthly two-wheeler sales jumped by 28 percent, from 202,510 units in September 2023 to 259,333 units in September 2024.

Chennai-based Royal Enfield, a leading mid-sized motorcycle manufacturer, continued to drive sales with its product offensive strategy. The company reported 7 percent growth for September 2024, selling 79,326 units, as against 74,261 units for the same period last year.

Overall, the two-wheeler segment is expected to see a robust demand driven by both rural and urban India as the festivities approach.

TWO-WHEELER SALES IN INDIA
Company Sept '24 Sept '23 Change (in units) Change (in %)
Hero MotoCorp 616,706 519,789 96,917 19%
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India 536,391 491,802 44,589 9%
TVS Motor Co 369,138 300,493 68,645 23%
Bajaj Auto 259,333 202,510 56,823 28%
Royal Enfield 79,326 74,261 5,065 7%
Total 1,860,894 1,588,855 272,039 17%

TVS Motor Company Reports 29% Volume Growth In October 2026

TVS Motor Co

Chennai-headquartered two-wheeler and three-wheeler major TVS Motor Company, part of TVS VENU, has announced its wholesale figures for October 2026.

The company registered total sales of 700,134 units in October 2026, representing a 29 percent increase compared to 543,557 units sold in October 2025.

Total two-wheeler dispatches grew by 28 percent to 670,679 units in October 2026, up from 525,150 units in the corresponding month of the previous year.

Domestic two-wheeler sales accounted for 514,764 units, marking a 22 percent rise over the 421,631 units recorded in October 2025. Electric two-wheeler volumes expanded by 120 percent YoY, reaching 71,382 units in October 2026 compared to 32,387 units sold in October 2025.

In international markets, total export dispatches grew by 51 percent to 175,350 units in October 2026, up from 115,806 units in October 2025.

Two-wheeler exports within the international segment registered a 51 per cent increase to 155,915 units compared to 103,519 units in October 2025.

Three-wheeler sales across markets rose by 60 percent to 29,455 units in October 2026 from 18,407 units in the previous year.

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Sells 664,831 2Ws In October 2026

HMSI

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI), one of the leading two-wheeler manufacturers, has recorded total sales of 734,566 units in October 2026, marking a 13 percent YoY growth compared to 650,596 units sold in October 2025.

In the domestic market, sales came at 664,831 units, reflecting an 11 percent increase over the 598,952 units dispatched last year.

Exports for October 2026 stood at 69,735 units, representing a 35 percent rise compared to 51,644 units exported in the corresponding period of the previous year.

At present, HMSI maintains a network of over 7,000 dealer touchpoints across India.

For the cumulative April to October 2026 period of FY2027, HMSI reported total sales of 4.17 million units, up 15 percent from 3.64 million units recorded in the same period of FY2026.

Domestic year-to-date sales expanded 13 percent to 3.70 million units from 3.28 million units, while year-to-date exports grew 28 percent to 465,735 units compared to 363,161 units exported between April and October 2025.

Ducati Unveils Monster Dark Naked Motorcycle Scheduled For 2027 India Debut

Ducati Monster

Ducati has presented the Monster Dark, introducing a black-liveried variant of its naked motorcycle platform. The model is scheduled to arrive at European dealerships in November 2026, with an India launch expected in 2027.

The Monster Dark features unpainted styling elements, including total-black wheels, a single-material seat, and exposed finishes across the front frame, exhaust end caps, and intake snorkel. The motorcycle utilises an 890 cc V2 engine delivering 111 hp at 9,000 rpm and 91.1 Nm of torque at 7,250 rpm, paired with an aluminium monocoque frame. The vehicle records a kerb weight of 175 kg without fuel, reflecting a 4 kg weight reduction over the previous generation model, supported by a hybrid technopolymer subframe. Suspension duties are handled by a 43 mm Showa upside-down fork and an adjustable Showa rear shock absorber, while braking performance is provided by Brembo M4.32 callipers.

Electronic systems on the Monster Dark include a 6-axis Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) governing Cornering ABS, Traction Control, Wheelie Control, and Engine Brake Control across four riding modes: Sport, Road, Urban and Wet.

Instrumentation is provided by a 5-inch colour TFT display. Optional equipment includes Ducati Quick Shift, Cruise Control, Ducati Power Launch, turn-by-turn navigation, and a seat cover. The model will also be offered in an A2 licence-compliant specification in select markets.

Hero MotoCorp Introduces Destini 110 Classique Edition Priced At INR 76,400

Hero Destini 110 Classique Edition

Hero MotoCorp, the world’s largest two-wheeler manufacturer, has unveiled the Destini 110 Classique Edition at INR 76,400 (ex-showroom Delhi), introducing a festive variant with updated styling details to its family scooter range.

The special edition builds upon the Destini 110 platform first launched in September 2025. The scooter is offered in two dual-tone colour schemes, comprising Matt Goldfish Silver with Light Industrial Grey and Matt Aries Brown. Design additions include contrast stripe detailing on the handle cover and side panels, colour-coordinated inner panels, mirrors and seating, a 3D Classique Edition badge and branded rim tape.

Mechanically, the scooter retains the 110cc engine paired with Hero MotoCorp's i3S stop-start system, 12-inch front and rear wheels and a 100/80-12 rear tyre. Functional specifications include a 785 mm seat, 19 litres of under-seat storage, a front glove box with a mobile charging port, a boot lamp, a digital-analogue instrument cluster and LED lighting elements. The model is available across Hero MotoCorp dealerships nationwide.

Ashutosh Varma, Chief Business Officer – India Business Unit, Hero MotoCorp, said, "The Destini 110 has been developed around the everyday needs of family scooter customers - with comfort, convenience and fuel efficiency at its core. As customer preferences continue to evolve, the Classique Edition brings a fresh design expression to the Destini 110 portfolio through new dual-tone colours and distinctive detailing, while retaining the practical attributes central to its proposition. This addition allows us to build on the model’s established strengths while further strengthening the Destini brand."