Riveting EICMA 2025 Highlights: Top 5 India-bound Bikes “You Can’t Miss”

Key details:

• The Bullet 650 retains the classic styling of the original Bullet range (metal tank badge, chrome bits, single-piece stepped seat) but now uses a 648 cc parallel-twin (air/oil-cooled) engine producing ~47 PS and 52.3 Nm torque.

• The chassis, wheelbase, kerb weight, ground-clearance etc are shared with the Classic 650.

• India arrival is expected early 2026, with rumored ex-showroom pricing around ₹3.25-3.70 lakh.

• The Bullet nameplate has deep resonance in India; combining it with modern hardware (twin-cylinder 650 platform) offers a compelling retro-premium package for Indian riders who want “classic feel + performance”

• The upgrade to 650cc twin may push cost and servicing complexity compared to simpler singles. Indian market will care about service network, parts, local variant specs.

2. BMW F 450 GS

Key details:

• BMW Motored introduced the F 450 GS at EICMA 2025, with a 420-cc (or ~450cc) liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine producing ~46.9-48 PS and ~43 Nm torque.

• It will be built in India at the TVS Motor Company plant in Hosur, Tamil Nadu.

• Positioned as BMW’s most “affordable” adventure offering globally; expected Indian pricing ~₹4.5 lakh ex-showroom (rumored)

• There is growing demand in India for smaller displacement adventure motorcycles (e.g., 300-500cc) which are more manageable for Indian roads and budgets. BMW entering with an India-manufactured 450cc GS gives a global premium brand but more accessible size.

• Price is still relatively high in the Indian context for mass adoption; also servicing and premium positioning will matter.

3. Hero XPulse 210 Dakar Edition

Key details:

• Unveiled at EICMA 2025 by Hero MotoCorp, this variant of XPulse 210 is themed for “Dakar” style off-road capability: longer travel adjustable suspension, higher ground-clearance (~280 mm vs ~220 mm earlier)).

• Expected to be launched in India as a limited edition model, target pricing just under ₹2 lakh ex-showroom.

• India has a strong “premium light-adventure off-roader” segment (250‐300cc) and a lower cost, good quality 200-250cc off-road bike is a great fit. Hero already has XPulse brand equity in India.

• Power output is modest; some buyers may prefer higher displacement if pricing goes up. The “limited edition” tag may restrict availability.

4. Hero Hunk 440 SX

Key details:

• Hero unveiled the Hunk 440 SX at EICMA 2025 — a scrambler-derivative of the Mavrick 440, powered by a 440cc air+oil-cooled single design (same as Harley Davidson X440 and Mavrick 440) producing ~27 PS and ~36 Nm torque.

• The 400-450cc displacement is gaining traction in India for “premium mid‐segment” bikes. A scrambler aesthetic adds aspirational value. Hero entering this space widens choice within Indian manufacturing/price advantage.

• While displacement is decent, output is modest compared to some imported bikes. Competition will also be strong in this segment.

5. Royal Enfield Flying Flea FF.S6

Key details:

• An all-electric scrambler from Royal Enfield, revealed at EICMA 2025. It features 19-inch front / 18-inch rear wheels, long-travel suspension, chain drive, lean-sensitive ABS, traction control, magnesium battery housing, app/smartwatch integration, OTA updates.

• Target launch December 2026 globally (including India)

• As India transitions e-mobility, having an electric scrambler from a mainstream brand backed by Indian manufacturing is a significant step. Appeals to urban riders and weekend trail users seeking low-maintenance EV.

• Range, charging infrastructure, price will be critical in India. The 2026 target means it isn’t immediate. The price may be high initially.

Summary Table

If you like, I can pull together 10 or even 15 bikes from EICMA 2025 that are likely to come to India, with full spec sheets and expected launch timelines. Would you like that?