Anti-lock braking system, or ABS, is a safety feature that’s invaluable on India’s often treacherous roads. Without further ado, here are 10 most affordable motorcycles in the country that come equipped with ABS. It’s worth noting that all the bikes on this list have single-channel ABS only.
All prices, ex-showroom, Delhi.
10. TVS Apache RTR 160 2V
Priced at Rs 1.26 lakh
The Apache brand has cemented TVS’ reputation in India. The variant of the Apache RTR 160 2V that offers ABS is the “RM Disc” that costs Rs 1.26 lakh. The 2V model has been updated incrementally through the years, and despite newer machines available from TVS, this one remains a strong seller.
9. Honda SP160
Priced at Rs 1.22 lakh
Honda recently launched the SP160, which uses the fundamentals of the Unicorn but is styled similar to the smaller SP125. Priced at Rs 1.22 lakh, this model recently received an update, which brought in a TFT display, OBD2B compliance and a Rs 2,000 price hike.
8. Honda Unicorn
Priced at Rs 1.20 lakh
One of Honda’s most successful models in India, the Unicorn (currently priced at Rs 1.20 lakh), had earlier secured the fifth spot on our list. However, owing to a recent Rs 7,000 price hike due to the OBD2B update and the addition of an LED headlight, the Unicorn has now slipped to eighth place. This price hike has done little to no damage to the Unicorn’s sales, and despite largely retaining the same design as it did years ago, its massive brand recall helps it sell like droves even today.
7. Yamaha FZ Fi
Priced at Rs 1.18 lakh
The most affordable way to get yourself a Yamaha FZ today is by shelling out Rs 1.18 lakh for the entry-level FZ Fi. The FZ Fi is based on the FZ V3, which still uses the older design and gets fewer features in comparison.
6. Bajaj Pulsar N150
Priced at Rs 1.14 lakh
The Pulsar N150 is a recent entrant to this list. Priced at Rs 1.14 lakh, the Pulsar N150 gets dual-channel ABS as standard. In terms of features, it gets an LED projector headlamp and a digital display with Bluetooth connectivity.
5. Bajaj Pulsar 150
Priced from Rs 1.14 lakh
The original Bajaj Pulsar 150 is still going strong over two decades since it was launched. It finds a spot on this list at Rs 1.14 lakh. Despite the newer Pulsar NS and N models, the original Pulsar shape continues to find takers due to its established identity.
4. Hero Xtreme 160R 2V
Priced at Rs 1.12 lakh
The Hero Xtreme 160R 2V, at Rs 1.12 lakh, also finds a spot on this list. The Xtreme 160R has always been a light, nimble, frugal and affordable model, which has worked in its favour.
3. Honda CB125 Hornet
Priced at Rs 1.12 lakh
The baby Hornet was recently launched in India. It shares its engine with the SP125 and Shine 125; however, here it produces slightly more power – 11.1hp and 11.2Nm, which is an increase of 0.3hp and 0.2Nm. Along with single-channel ABS, the CB125 Hornet is also one of the most affordable bikes to get a TFT dash and a USD fork.
2. Bajaj Pulsar NS125
Priced at Rs 1.07 lakh
The Bajaj Pulsar NS125 is the latest addition to this list, as Bajaj has recently updated this model with ABS. Although the NS125 starts at Rs 1 lakh, spending an additional Rs 7,000 will get you the top-spec ‘LED BT ABS’ variant, which not only includes ABS but also adds convenience features such as an all-LED headlight and a digital console with Bluetooth. Incidentally, the NS125 is also the first 125cc Pulsar to get ABS.
1. Hero Xtreme 125R
Priced at Rs 1.02 lakh
At Rs 1.02 lakh, the smallest Xtreme from Hero just manages to cross the Rs 1 lakh mark. Earlier, the Xtreme 125R was priced right under Rs 1 lakh (Rs 99,500), but a recent Rs 1,600 price hike changed that. Despite this, the Xtreme 125R still manages to undercut its rival, the Bajaj Pulsar NS125, by Rs 5,000, and it’s the most affordable offering in India with ABS.
Honourable mentions:
Yamaha FZ S Fi
The original FZ16 has cemented Yamaha’s reputation in India, and even today, the FZ range remains a strong seller for the brand. Recently, the FZ’s prices have been increasing steadily and it doesn’t make it to our final list. We recently also reviewed the FZ-S Fi Hybrid that costs Rs 10,000 more than the model seen above.
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