17 Best 150cc Bikes in India 2024: The Most Desired Ones in the 150cc Segment

Bajaj Pulsar 150 is one of India’s popular 150cc bikes, which becomes more attractive for its Dagger Edge edition. Its starting price in the Indian market is nearly 1.6 Lakhs.

The 149.5cc BS6 engine of Bajaj Pulsar provides 47 kmpl mileage with a 15-litre fuel tank. The 148 kg bike features a 785 mm height seat with a total length of 2055 mm and 1060 mm height.

Notably, the two-wheeler has an ABS or Anti-lock Braking System with an adjustable nitrox rear suspension and disc brakes.

Moreover, the 5-speed manual transmission bike produces a max torque of 13.25Nm@6500rpm and a max power of 13.8 bhp@8500rpm. The power production statistics indicate that the two-wheeler is better at speed than carrying heavy weight.

The decent-looking bike offers alloy wheels with tubeless tires. Also, it features LED headlamps and bulbs in electronic equipment. The two-wheeler is available in 3 variants and 9 colours, including Sparkle Black Red, Sparkle Black Blue, Sparkle Black Silver and more.

Three competitors of the Bajaj Pulsar 150 are Honda CB Unicorn 150, Hero Xtreme Sports, and Yamaha SZ-RR V 2. O.

The 156 kg street bike, Bajaj Avenger Street 160, comes with a 160cc, twin Spark DTS-i, Fuel Injected, four strokes, SOHC, 2 valves, air-cooled engine. The engine generates a max torque of 13.7 Nm @ 7000rpm and the highest power of 15 bhp @ 8500rpm.

The two-wheeler provides 47.2 kmpl mileage with a 13-litre fuel tank. The torque and horsepower show it is higher in speed than carrying weight. This bike’s starting price is 1.11 lakhs in the Indian market.

Bajaj Avenger Street 160 is one of the preferred 150cc Bikes in India, especially for its easy riding stance and low-slung seat. The two-wheeler gives a cruiser-style Sportster look.

Bajaj Avenger Street 160 features a single-channel ABS and discs in the front brake. The log peanut-shaped fuel tank makes the bike more attractive with a sharp look. The curvy wheel aches are another notable feature of the bike. Its seat height is 737 mm, and the 1070 height bike gives a 169 mm ground clearance.

The street bike includes a LED headlight and other lighting are bulbs. It has an analogue fuel gauge which is quite a traditional element. Further, the bike supports alloy wheels with tubeless tires.

Suzuki Intruder, Yamaha R15 V4 and TVS Raider are the top three competitors of Bajaj Avenger Street 160.

Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is one of India’s most aggressive muscular street fighter bikes. In the 150cc family, Bajaj Pulsar NS160 could be an excellent choice for light riders. The two-wheeler is priced at 1.23 lakhs.

The 151 kg bike comes with a BS6 160.3 cc, 4-Stroke, SOHC 4-Valve, Oil Cooled, twin spark DTS-i FI engine. The engine produces a max torque of 14.6 Nm@7250rpm and the highest power of 17.2 bhp@9000rpm. Also, The 12-litre fuel tank provides a 40.6 kmpl mileage. Notably, the same bike can produce 48 kmpl mileage on the highway.

Bajaj Pulsar NS160 features a 5-speed gearbox along with ABS. The bike includes alloy wheels with tubeless tires.

This two-wheeler gets attractive with its perimeter frame and its muscular look. Its nitrox suspension and twin-disc brakes are other notable features. Furthermore, the 160cc bike offers an LED tail light, halogen headlamp, and bulb turn signal lamp.

The two-wheeler is 2017 mm in length with a 1060 mm height and provides a 176 mm ground clearance.

Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is available in 1 variant and 4 colours, including Metallic Pearl White, Burnt Red, Satin Blue, and Pewter Grey.

Three top competitors of Bajaj Pulsar NS160 are TVS Apache RTR 160 4V, Suzuki Gixxer BS6 and Hero Xtreme 160R.

The Hero Xtreme 160R contains an air-cooled, 4 Stroke 2 Valve Single, cylinder OHC engine, which is the heart of the bike. The engine generates a maximum torque of 14 Nm @ 6500 rpm and max power of 15.2 bhp@8500rpm. The bike is priced at 1.18 Lakh and can go up to 1.29 Lakh.

The diamond-type framed bike features telescopic forks, a 7-step preload-adjustable monoshock, and single-channel ABS. The bike with a 5-speed constant mesh gearbox and 12-litre fuel tank provides 55.47 kmpl mileage on the highway and 47.38 kmpl in the city.

With a 790 mm seat height, Hero Xtreme 160R is 1052 mm high, and its length is 2029 mm.

The 138.5 Kg weighted bike features a LED tail light along with XSens Technology, Auto Sail Technology, Gear Position Indicator, LED Winkers, and Hazard Lights. It also includes a USB charging port. The bike supports alloy wheels with tubeless tires.

Hero Xtreme 160R is available in 4 variants— Single Disc, Double Disc, Stealth Edition and Xtreme 160R Stealth Edition 2.0. The Xtreme 160R Stealth Edition 2.0 is the top variant, priced at 1.29 Lakh. Additionally, the bike is available in 5 colours—Stealth 2.0, Matte Black, Vibrant Blue, Sports Red and Pearl Silver White.

The top competitors of Hero Xtreme 160R are TVS Apache RTR 160 4V, Suzuki Gixxer 155, and Honda X-Blade.

The event-finished bike with a relatively thin handlebar is a middle-weighted bike which is 139 Kg. The bike sits at 1.33 lakh in the Indian market. Yamaha FZ-X is one of India’s most popular 150cc bikes due to its unique and diverting features.

The bike has a 149cc, air-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 2-valve engine. The BS6 engine produces a maximum torque of 13.3 Nm @ 5500 rpm with a max power of 12.4 bhp @ 7250 rpm.

The bike with a 10-litre fuel tank provides 45 kmpl mileage. The two-wheeler contains a 5-speed gearbox with disc brakes on both sides, front and rear. Also, it has ABS support. Yamaha FZ-X offers tubeless tires and alloy wheels.

The 810mm seat makes the bike 1115 mm high, providing a 165 mm ground clearance, and the bike’s length is 2020 mm. Furthermore, Yamaha FZ-X comes with a round-shaped headlamp which is quite noticeable.

Additionally, the bike includes exceptional features like an ECO indicator, Side Stand Engine, Cut-Off Switch, Power Socket, Negative LCD with Smartphone Connectivity, etc.

Yamaha FZ-X comes in 1 variant and three colours: Matte Copper, Metallic Blue, and Matte Black.

The top three competitors of the Yamaha FZ-X are Hero Xtreme 160R, TVS Apache RTR 160 4V, and Honda X-Blade.

Yamaha FZ S FI has a 149cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled, fuel-injected engine, which generates 12.4bhp of power at 7250 rpm and 13.3Nm of torque at 5500 rpm. It includes a 5-speed gearbox. The updated engine provides better low-end performance.

But the telescopic fork and monoshock setup is unchanged in the bike. With the 13 litres fuel tank, the bike provides a 49.31 kmpl to 55.42 kmpl mileage. The two-wheeler is available for under 1.21 to 1.24 lakhs in the Indian market.

The bike features a 282mm disc in front, a 220mm disc at the rear, an all-new LED headlamp, a taller handlebar, and a single-piece seat instead of the previous split seats. The bike is 1080 mm high with a 790 mm high seat.

Other notable bike features are single-channel ABS as standard and chunky tyres. The negative LCD instrument console shows information such as a fuel gauge, odometer, two trip meters, F trip and a clock, etc. Moreover, features like the ECO indicator guide riders with throttle modulation, and it helps extract more fuel efficiency from the engine.

The FZS-FI is available in two variants- Standard And Deluxe. It has a total of 5 colour options: Metallic Black, Matte Red, Majesty Red, Dark Matte Blue, and Metallic Grey.

The three major competitors of Yamaha FZS-FI are Bajaj Pulsar NS 160, TVS Apache RTR 160 4V and Hero Xtreme 160R.

The street bike, Yamaha MT-15, is powered by a 155cc, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve engine that generates ample power and torque on tap. The bike’s price in the Indian market is between 1.64 to 1.65 Lakh.

The amazing engine of the bike produces a max torque of 14.1 Nm @7500rpm and the highest power of 18.4 bhp@10000rpm.

Notably, the Variable Valve Actuation (VVA) system gives top-end power. But it does not sacrifice the torquey character in the low to mid-rpm range. The bike includes two intake valve camps—one for the low to mid-range rpm, and the other works with high rpm. The two valve camps change between each other at 7,400rpm providing good power and torque.

The two-wheeler provides a mileage of up to 56.87 kmpl. The 1070 mm high bike with its 810 mm seat includes an Assist and Slipper clutch (ASC) which helps reduce the weight of the clutch pull. Also, the feature gives low-stress shifting during deceleration. After all, the ASC is included for smooth, enjoyable downshifts for the rider.

Moreover, the bike’s raised LED Tail Light makes it more noticeable and contrasts its sharp look. The motorcycle contains disc brakes in the front and rear with ABS technology.

Yamaha MT-15 is available in 2 variants and 5 colours- Metalic Black, Ice Fluo–Vermillion, Cyan Storm, RACING BLUE, and MotoGP edition.

The top three competitors of Yamaha MT-15 are TVS Apache RTR 160 4V, KTM 200 Duke, and Bajaj Pulsar NS200.

Suzuki Gixxer contains a BS6 155 cc, 4-Stroke, 1-cylinder, Air cooled engine. The bike is priced at 1.34 Lakh in India.

The design trend inspired by the recent European design trend makes the bike more attractive, and it is one of the most preferred 150 cc Bikes in India. Also, the edgy 12 litres fuel tank and aggressive look provide an extreme muscular vibe and a 38.5 to 55 kmpl mileage.

The 155 cc engine generates a maximum power of 13.6 bhp @ 8000 rpm and the highest torque of 13.8 Nm @ 6000 rpm.

The bike includes a 795 mm high seat, and its total height is 1035 mm with a 2020 mm length.

The 141 kg bike features Single Channel ABS. The technology helps in the auto-control of the braking force efficiently. It avoids wheel lock-up while riding on the slippery road. The street bike’s sharp LED tail Light and LED headlamp make it more classy.

The split seat balances its sporty look. Also, the seat’s design helps the rider in easy ground reach.

Suzuki Gixxer is available in 1 variant and 3 colours: Pearl Mira Red, Metallic Triton Blue, and Glass Sparkle Black.

The top competitors of Suzuki Gixxer are TVS Apache RTR 160, Yamaha FZ-Fi Version 3.0, and Suzuki Gixxer SF.

Honda Unicorn BS-VI comes with a 162.7 cc engine that generates a max power of 12.91 bhp @ 7500 rpm and the highest torque of 14 Nm @ 5500 rpm. The bike is available at 1.05 Lakh in the Indian market.

The two-wheeler’s 13 Liters fuel tank provides 60 kmpl mileage with a comfortable long drive.

Honda Unicorn BS-VI features PGM-FI, which is a sensor-based advanced system. It helps to ensure optimum fuel delivery to the engine as per the ride conditions to allow efficient combustion and lesser emissions. Its broad front cowl with the smoked screen makes a bulking front stance. Also, the chrome crown on the headlamp provides another classy look to that bike.

Further, Honda Unicorn BS-VI features a signature Tail Lamp, creating a dual chamber impression. The Engine Stop Switch stops the ignition key’s use and turns off the engine at red lights.

This two-wheeler uses monoshock suspension, and the rear suspension provides more stability and comfort to the riders on all types of roads and riding conditions. The Drum brakes of the bike in the front and rear make it more exclusive. The 140 Kg Honda Unicorn BS VI also has Tubeless Tyres with Alloy Wheels.

The bike is available in a single variant and three colours- Imperial Red Metallic, Mat Axis Gray Metallic and Pearl Igneous Black.

The top competitors of Honda Unicorn BS-VI are Honda Shine, Honda Sp 125 and Hero Xtreme are the three rivals.

The 1.21 Lakh price bike, Honda XBlade, comes with a 162.71 cc 4 stroke, SI, BS-VI engine. The engine produces a power of 13.8 bhp @8000rpm and a torque of 14.7 Nm@ 5500 rpm.

The 144 Kg bike with 5-Speed manual gearbox and 12 litres fuel tank provides 50 km/l mileage. The two-wheeler supports Disc brakes in the front and rear and has tubeless tyres and alloy wheels.

The bike is 1115 mm high, including its 795 mm seat and 2013 mm in length. Honda XBlade features LED Tail Light and LED headlamp along with hazard lamps function. Also, the bike gets an all-digital instrument cluster with a gear shift indicator and a service reminder.

Additionally, Honda XBlade is equipped with an engine kill switch. The odometer, trip metre, and tech metres are digital in this two-wheeler. The bike also offers an optional rear 220mm petal disc for better braking performance and comes with a single-channel ABS as standard.

Furthermore, the braking duties opt for a 276mm front disc and a 220 mm rear drum.

Honda XBlade is available in a single variant and four colours: Matte Marvel Blue Metallic, Matte Steel, Black Metallic, and Sports Red Strontium Silver Metallic.

The three top competitors of Honda XBlade are Bajaj Pulsar 150, TVS Apache RTR 160 2V, and Bajaj Pulsar NS160.

TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is available between 1.21 to 1.45 lakh in India. The bike offers a 159.7 cc SI, 4 strokes, Oil cooled, SOHC, and Fuel Injection engine that generates a maximum power of 17.55bhp @ 9250 rpm and maximum torque of 14.73 Nm @ 7250 rpm. The 148 Kg bike with 12 litres fuel tank and 5-speed gearbox produce 114 kmph top speed and above 45 kmpl mileage.

TVS Apache RTR 160 4V features a mono Shock rear suspension and double cradle split synchro stiff frame. On the other hand, it contains a telescopic fork suspension at the front.

The braking responsibilities are up to 270mm dia Petal Disc at the front and 130 mm Drum at the rear.

The bike is 1050 mm high with an 800 mm seat and 2035 mm long. Position Lamp, Gear Indicator, Adjustable Levers, Race Tuned Fuel Injection, Glide Through Technology, etc., are additional features.

The special edition in this model is the Ride modes – Sport, Urban & Rain modes, Headlamp with DRL/ FPL, Rear Radial tyre, Bluetooth connectivity, Red colour alloy wheel, Adjustable brake and clutch levers, etc.

TVS Apache RTR 160 4V comes with five variants and five different colours

The top 3 competitors of TVS Apache RTR 160 4V are Suzuki Gixxer 155, Yamaha FZS-FI, and Hero Xtreme 160R.