Bajaj and TVS led the way for India to motorcycle exports a record 43 lakh motorcycles in 2025. Bajaj and TVS are very popular with their motorcycles, like Pulsar and Apache. They are doing well in global markets. We will tell you about the statistics and the top models of Bajaj and TVS motorcycles and what we can expect from them in the future.
Indias big two-wheeler companies, Bajaj Auto and TVS Motor Company have done something. They have helped India motorcycle exports a lot of motorcycles around 43 lakh units in 2025. This means they sent over 4.3 million bikes to countries all around the world. This is not a big number it is something to be very proud of. Bajaj Auto and TVS Motor Company have shown that Indian engineering is really good and that their motorcycles are liked by people on roads over the world from the dirty roads in Africa to the busy streets, in Latin America. Bajaj Auto and TVS Motor Company have really made India proud.
Why Motorcycle Exports Boom Matters for India
Forget all the talk. What is really important here is that India is getting better and better at making two-wheelers that people want to buy all around the world.
In the year 2025 the number of motorcycles that India sent to countries went up by 22 percent from the year before. This is a deal because India is now sending more motorcycles to other countries, than cars.
Bajaj sent out a lot of motorcycle exports. 17.5 Lakh units to be exact which’s 41 percent of all the motorcycle exports to other countries.
TVS also did well sending out 14.2 lakh units, which is 33 percent of all the motorcycles that India sent to other countries. These two brands are really good, at sending motorcycles to other countries. In fact they sent 75% of all Indian motorcycles exports abroad. This just shows that when people see “Made in India” they think of something that’s reliable and does not cost too much. The Indian motorcycles are really popular because of this. These two brands are a part of why “Made in India” is a good thing. Indian motorcycles are a deal and these brands are shipping them abroad.
What is so special about this in India? We have always been the maker of two wheelers in the world. But now we are not just making vehicles for our country we are sending them to other countries too. This change is very good for India. It has put than ₹35,000 crore into our economy. It has also created a lot of jobs in places like Pune and Hosur. People in countries really like Indian vehicles, like Bajaj Pulsar and TVS Apache. These brands are very popular overseas. Indian bikes are really good. They are not just for our roads with lots of potholes. Indian bikes are made for everywhere in the world. They are perfect, for any road. Indian bikes can handle anything.
Bajaj Auto: The undisputed export king
Bajaj Auto did not just lead they actually broke all the records. The Platina 110 from Bajaj Auto was at the top of the list with 5.2 lakh units exported. This makes the Platina 110 the motorcycle that has been exported the most ever. So why is the Platina 110 so popular? The Platina 110 is very affordable at a price of under $1,000. It is also very fuel-efficient giving over 70 kilometers per liter. It does not require a lot of maintenance. The Platina 110 is perfect for people, in emerging markets who want a way to commute.
Pulsar series: They sold 4.8 lakh units of the Pulsar series. The Pulsar NS200 and 125 models are really popular, in Nigeria, Colombia and the Philippines. People love the Pulsar because it has a sound and nice LED headlights that make it look expensive. The Pulsar is a bike.
- Dominar 400: 2 lakh units – people who love adventure, in the Middle East and Latin America like the Dominar 400 because it has a lot of power with 40 hp. It is very comfortable to ride on long trips.
- New Platina 110 ABS: This bike was launched in the middle of 2025. It became really popular because of its combined braking system and eco-friendly technology. The New Platina 110 ABS actually exported over 1 lakh This is a deal, for the New Platina 110 ABS.
Rahul Bajajs legacy is still alive. People remember him. Now Rajiv Bajaj is in charge. He is very focused on sending Bajaj products to other countries. The factories, in Pantnagar and Waluj are working all the time, day and night. Bajaj is sending a lot of its products to countries. In fact 40% of Bajajs production is being sent to other countries. This is not happening by chance. It is because Bajaj has been working hard for years to make engines that can work well in hot weather and frames that do not get damaged by water. Bajaj made these things so that they can work well in countries.
TVS Motor: Apache’s Global Conquest
TVS kept up with Bajaj. They sold 14.2 lakh units of bikes that’re really fun to ride and go very fast. The Apache RTR 160/200 series did well. They sold 4.1 lakh units of these bikes to countries. A lot of people in Southeast Asia and Africa like to buy these bikes. These bikes have some cool features like RT-Fi telemetry and suspension that you can adjust. They also have a lot of power. The best part is that you can buy one of these bikes for, than ₹1.5 lakh. That is the price you pay when you buy the bike from a store.
- Radeon: 5 lakh units – commuter king with 80 kmpl mileage, storming Bangladesh and Egypt.
- XL100 Heavy Duty: 8 lakh units – moped-style workhorse for delivery fleets worldwide.
- iQube electric scooters: 50,000 units – The company TVS has started making electric scooters and they have already made a lot of iQube electric scooters. They are sending some of these electric scooters to Europe because people are trying to be more friendly, to the environment.
The team at Hosur led by KN Radhakrishnan is really something. They are doing a job. TVS spent a lot of money, ₹2,000 crore to make their export facilities better. They even added welding to make sure everything is perfect. So what is their secret to success? Well it is that they make everything in India. 95% Of the parts are made in India. This helps to keep costs quality high. It is no surprise that TVS won the “Export Excellence” award at the Auto Expo in 2026. TVS and the team, at Hosur led by KN Radhakrishnan should be very proud of this achievement. The TVS team is doing a job and their hard work is paying off.
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Top Motorcycle Export Destinations: Where Indian Bikes Rule
Africa took 35% (15 lakh units) – People in Nigeria Kenya and Uganda really love budget bikes that are 100-125cc. The Bajaj Platina is very popular in these places. It is competing with bikes, from China when it comes to the price and service of the Bajaj Platina. The Bajaj Platina is doing well in Africa.
Latin America: 25% (10.7 lakh units) – People in Colombia Ecuador and Brazil, like the Pulsar and Apache because they look very strong and powerful. The number of Pulsar and Apache bikes that Latin America exported went up by 30%. This is because of some special trade agreements that make it easier to sell things to other countries.
Southeast Asia and Middle East: 20% each – People in the Philippines really like the TVS Radeon. On the hand people in the UAE like to ride the Dominar. The TVS Radeon is popular in the Philippines. The Dominar is popular, in the UAE.
The rest went to Europe on vehicles and some even went to the United States with special adventure models. This is good for India because it means that if one market has problems the others can still do well. This was a thing, for the exporters who work with FICCI to do.
|
Brand |
Motorcycle Exports |
Top Model |
Key Markets |
Growth % |
|
Bajaj |
17.5 lakh |
Platina 110 |
Africa, Latin America |
+25% |
|
TVS |
14.2 lakh |
Apache RTR |
SE Asia, Africa |
+28% |
|
Hero |
4.1 lakh |
Splendor |
Bangladesh, Nepal |
+10% |
|
Royal Enfield |
2.8 lakh |
Classic 350 |
US, Europe |
+35% |
|
Others |
4.4 lakh |
Various |
Global |
+15% |
Tech & Features Driving Global Success
Indian Motorcycle exports are really good because they got some upgrades in 2025. They put lighting on most of their bikes, which is about 80 percent of them. This lighting makes the bikes look cool and it is easier to see when it is dark. For example the Pulsar bike has three lights and it looks amazing when you are driving on roads, in Africa at night. Indian motorcycles also got BS6 Phase 2 compliance which means they do not make a lot of pollution. This is good because now Indian motorcycles can be sold in the European Union. The BS6 Phase 2 compliance is a deal and it is great that Indian motorcycles have it. Indian motorcycles are doing a job with their LED lighting and BS6 Phase 2 compliance.
Fuel injection, Always Headlight On and tubeless tires are now things. The DTS-i engine technology from Bajaj gives you ten percent mileage. TVS has something called Ride modes which makes the bike smarter. You can choose from Urban or Street or Rain. There are also vehicles like the Bajaj Freedom which is a bike that uses both CNG and battery. They have already sent out twenty thousand of these bikes to other countries, which is a good sign for a greener future, with Bajaj Freedom and other electric vehicles.
When we think about safety the Anti-lock Braking System or ABS is an important feature. It is available on the mid-variants and the side-stand engines. This helps to prevent accidents from happening. The Anti-lock Braking System is very crucial, for people who are buying vehicles in markets where the price’s a big concern. The Anti-lock Braking System helps to keep people safe.
Challenges Overcome on the Road to 43 Lakh
- The Road to 43 Lakh was really tough. We had to do a lot of things to get there.
- First we had to make a plan. Then we had to work hard to make that plan work.
We did not give up when things got tough. We kept going. That is how we overcame the challenges on the Road to 43 Lakh.
- The Road to 43 Lakh was full of problems. We solved them one by one.
- We learned a lot from our mistakes on the Road to 43 Lakh.
- Now we know what to do and what not to do on the Road to 43 Lakh.
- The Road to 43 Lakh was a test for us.
- We are happy that we were able to overcome the challenges on the Road to 43 Lakh.
- The Road, to 43 Lakh taught us to be strong and patient.
- We will always remember the challenges we overcame on the Road to 43 Lakh.
Things did not go smoothly as we had hoped for the supply chain. We had some problems with the supply chain I mean the supply chain hiccups, because of the issues in the Red Sea. This caused the shipping costs to go up by 15 percent. We also had a problem with the chips there was a shortage of chips. This meant that the delivery of 2 lakh units was delayed. The supply chain hiccups and the chip shortages were not the issues we faced. We also had to deal with the changes in the currency values the rupee was at ₹85 for every dollar. This put a lot of pressure, on the supply chain and squeezed the margins of the supply chain. The supply chain hiccups and the chip shortages and the currency fluctuations all affected the supply chain.
The Society of Automobile Manufacturers which is also known as SIAM says that the PLI scheme is really helping to increase production. This PLI scheme is giving out a lot of money twenty five thousand crore rupees to help companies grow. Some ports, like JNPT are doing a job and have even handled a record number of shipments around five lakh CBU shipments. So are the workers causing any problems? Not really, because they are happy, with the ESOPs and the training programs they are getting. The PLI scheme is making a difference here.
When it comes to the environment Indias motorcycle exports actually help reduce pollution at home. This is because the country is exporting technology. So it is a situation for everyone involved. Indias domestic pollution is cut down. The country is also helping other places by exporting cleaner tech. This is really a win-win situation, for India and the places that import this technology.
Future Outlook: 50 Lakh by 2027?
The year 2026 is looking at a number of vehicles around 45 lakh units. This is really big. The government has a plan called “Make in India for the World”. It wants to export auto products worth $100 billion by 2030. Bajaj Auto wants to make 20 lakh vehicles. Tvs Motor Company aims to make 16 lakh vehicles. The auto companies like Bajaj Auto and TVS Motorcycle Exports Company are working hard to meet these targets, for auto exports.
The Electric shift is. It is going to be big. Electric vehicles will make up 10 percent of exports by the year 2027. We are going to see a lot of models like the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 FI ABS and the TVS Ronin 225cc adventure bike and these Electric vehicles will fuel the growth of the Electric shift. People are talking about partnerships between companies. There are rumors that TVS and Yamaha are going to tie up to export 200cc vehicles. The Electric shift is about Electric vehicles and this partnership, between TVS and Yamaha is going to be a big part of the Electric shift.
There are a lot of challenges for Indian brands. They have to deal with the norms which are really strict. Then there is the problem of companies selling their products at very low prices. People are also worried about the economy going into a recession.. Indian brands are getting ready for all this. They are spending a lot money on research and development. It is up, by 20 percent. With this increased R&D spend up 20% Indian brands are feeling more confident.
Why Bajaj and TVS Motorcycle Exports Inspire Indian Rider
- The Bajaj and TVS exports are really something to be proud of. Every Indian rider looks up to Bajaj and TVS exports.
- Bajaj and TVS exports have become very famous because they make good vehicles.
- The fact that Bajaj and TVS exports are sent to countries is a big deal for India.
- This is an achievement, for Bajaj and TVS exports.
- Every Indian rider feels happy when they see Bajaj and TVS exports doing well.
- The success of Bajaj and TVS exports is inspiring to every rider.
This 43 lakh milestone is not just some big company talk. It is actually our bikes that are making India famous around the world. Our bikes are being used by people from a guy who works with computers in Mumbai who loves his Pulsar to a person who rides a bike every day in Kenya. These bikes are really good. People like them. I like cars and bikes. I have ridden many different kinds, like the Splendor and the Dominar on the big hills in Maharashtra. I think Indian bikes are as good as bikes from countries. Indian bikes are really strong. Can compete with bikes from anywhere, in the world. Our bikes are making an impact and that is why India is becoming famous for them.
