Top 5 Bikes in 2021

One of the earliest consequences of the 2020 pandemic was people preferring personal mobility over public transportation for the fear of rising COVID infections. Even within personal mobility, two-wheelers or bikes seem to be an affordable, front-runner choice over cars, given the relatively cheaper cost of a two-wheeler over the car. With reliable financial options such as two-wheeler loans at their disposal, people are sure to avail of a bike that fits the bill. Here are the top 5 bikes to look forward to in 2021:

Top 5 Bikes in 2021

Hero Splendor Plus (Estimated Price begins from Rs. 62,535 onwards)

• Powered by the iconic 97.2cc single-cylinder, air-cooled engine, and 9.8-liter fuel tank, this is one of the basic, economical, and most preferred commuter bikes in India
• Equipped with an electric start system along with Hero’s i3s Stop-start system, it ensures that the fuel consumption remains at a minimum
• Its Combi Braking System (CBS) is accompanied by a rear suspension that is preload-adjustable and fully analog instrumentation.

Suzuki Access 125 (Estimated Price begins from Rs. 71,000 onwards)

• Comes with a 124cc fuel-injected, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine in compliance with BS6 norms and coupled with a CVT unit
• Equipped with a standard CBS that includes a drum unit at the rear and a drum brake or disc in the front, it has a solo shock absorber at the rear
• The design is made conservative and gender-neutral to suit beginners and all segments of the population
• It is fitted with a new LED headlamp, USB charging socket, and an analog speedometer that comes with an Eco Assist Illumination feature that lights up the speedometer lettering as per the riding style
• The under-seat storage is quite convenient with an extraneous fuel filler instead of an under-seat one
• Available in three variants- Standard, Special Edition and Bluetooth-Enabled

Honda Shine (Estimated Price begins from Rs. 71, 550 onwards)

• Powering the Honda Shine is a 125cc fuel-injected motor, updated in compliance with BS6 norms, and a new 5-speed transmission system
• With an increased wheelbase and ground clearance, the bike remains stable even with a capacity to clear high-speed breakers
• Its ACG starter motor provides an extremely silent and noise-free start and a start/stop button
• Available in two variants - Drum and the Shine Disc, and four colour schemes- Black, Rebel Red Metallic, Geny Grey Metallic, and Athletic Blue Metallic

Bajaj Pulsar 220F(Estimated Price begins from Rs. 1.28 Lakhs onwards)

• The 2021 Pulsar 220F is fitted with an upgraded 220cc fuel-injected motor and a 5-speed gearbox.
• Its updated semi-digital instrument console displays a range of information such as odometer, speed, trip meters, fuel level meter, fuel consumption, and backlit switchgear
• The disc brakes at both ends coupled with a single channel anti-braking system (ABS) provides anchorage keeping it sturdy and stable during a long drive.

Yamaha YZF R15 V3 (Estimated Price begins from Rs. 1.52 Lakhs onwards)

• The colour schemes -matte black, racing blue, the upcoming red paint, and the 155cc, liquid-cooled engine featuring variable valve actuation (VVA) are the highlights of this sharp-looking motorcycle in 2021.
• The new R15 now offers a radial tyre on the rear wheel while keeping the cross-ply front as it is, for better grip.
• Braking duties are efficiently handled by a dual-channel ABS comprising of a twin-piston caliper on the front and a single-piston caliper on the rear.
• It is fitted with a fully digital console that gives out information such as gear position indicator, fuel efficiency indicator, two trip meters, and bar-like tachometer.
• Thanks to its VVA technology mostly found in big-ticket bikes, the R15 can demonstrate top-notch performance making it the most powerful 150cc motorcycle in the market.

Conclusion

With even companies insisting that the employees must not use public transportation amidst rising COVID infections and an increase in bike prices due to the BS6 transition, availing a bike loan or two-wheeler loan from a trusted financial institution such as HDB financial services may prove to be beneficial in buying a bike despite a financial crunch.

Two-wheeler loans available at HDBFS offer its customers a loan amount of upto 95 percent of the bike’s on-road price at affordable interest rates. With additional benefits such as 24X7 roadside assistance and low down-payment options, applying for a bike loan at HDBFS online or through an HDB sales representative at the nearest dealer showroom is now an easy and quick process!