Twin-cylinder motorcycles are more accessible than ever in the Indian market, no longer limited to luxury price brackets or niche segments. From fully-faired sportbikes to retro roadsters and long-distance tourers, parallel-twin engines now power a wide range of motorcycles priced well below the ₹10 lakh mark. Here is a look at five twin-cylinder motorcycles currently on sale in India that offer distinct riding experiences while staying within this budget:
Kawasaki Ninja 300
At ₹3.17 lakh (ex-showroom), the Kawasaki Ninja 300 is one of the most accessible motorcycles powered by a twin-cylinder engine. Its 296 cc liquid-cooled power unit makes 38.8 bhp at 11,000 rpm and 26.1 Nm of torque at 10,000 rpm. It remains unchanged for the 2026 model year, and offers the core essentials while remaining a purposeful fully-faired sports bike. It gets a semi-digital instrument cluster, dual-channel ABS, and LED lighting, remaining relatively barebones for those who seek to cast away all distractions.
Royal Enfield Interceptor 650
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The Royal Enfield Interceptor 650, priced from ₹3.09 lakh (ex-showroom), is among the most affordable middleweight cruisers in India and also among the most popular on our shores. Its design aims to revoke the no-frills classic cruisers of the 1970s, featuring minimal tech and analogue gauges for simplicity. Powered by a 648 cc parallel-twin motor, the Interceptor delivers 46.8 bhp at 7,250 rpm and 52.3 Nm of torque at 5,150 rpm. With options for alloy or spoke wheels, retro design elements, and competitive pricing, it is well-positioned within the 650 cc cruiser segment.
Aprilia RS 457
{{/usCountry}}The Royal Enfield Interceptor 650, priced from ₹3.09 lakh (ex-showroom), is among the most affordable middleweight cruisers in India and also among the most popular on our shores. Its design aims to revoke the no-frills classic cruisers of the 1970s, featuring minimal tech and analogue gauges for simplicity. Powered by a 648 cc parallel-twin motor, the Interceptor delivers 46.8 bhp at 7,250 rpm and 52.3 Nm of torque at 5,150 rpm. With options for alloy or spoke wheels, retro design elements, and competitive pricing, it is well-positioned within the 650 cc cruiser segment.
Aprilia RS 457
{{/usCountry}}Priced from ₹4.26 lakh (ex-showroom), the Aprilia RS 457 stands among the most coveted sports bikes under the 500 cc range and brings bold Italian styling alongside parallel-twin performance. Powered by a 457 cc liquid-cooled, parallel-twin engine, it makes 47 bhp at 9,400 rpm and 43.5 Nm of torque at 6,700 rpm. It can be had with a quickshifter and it brings modern electronic rider aids such as ride modes and traction control.
Honda CB750 Hornet
The Honda CB750 Hornet is a middleweight streetnaked priced at ₹9.20 lakh (ex-showroom). It is defined by its aggressive design featuring a muscular tank design with sharp extensions and an upswept tail section. Powered by a 755 cc liquid-cooled twin-cylinder engine with a 270-degree crank, it makes 90.5 bhp at 9,500 rpm and 75 Nm of torque at 7,250 rpm. The CB750 Hornet features a colour-TFT console with riding modes, turn-by-turn navigation, Honda Selectable Torque Control, and more.
Kawasaki Versys 650
Priced at ₹7.93 lakh (ex-showroom), the Kawasaki Versys 650 is among the most powerful adventure tourers in its segment. Powered by a 649 cc parallel-twin engine, it delivers 66 bhp at 8,500 rpm and 61 Nm of torque at 7,000 rpm. It carries a modern, angular design and features a 4.3-inch digital TFT display with Bluetooth connectivity, a USB charging port, switchable traction control, and dual-channel ABS.