An upside-down (USD) fork was once a feature reserved for more premium motorcycles, largely due to the added complexity (and therefore, cost) of manufacturing them. However, that trend is changing, and manufacturers are now bringing the tech to more affordable machines. Here are the five most affordable bikes with a USD fork in India.
Hero Xtreme 160R 4V
Rs 1.4 lakh
The Hero Xtreme 160R 4V comes equipped with a chunky 37mm KYB USD fork. Priced at Rs 1,40,600, it is the most expensive motorcycle on this list — just Rs 610 more than the next one, the RTR 160 4V.
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TVS Apache RTR 160 4V
Rs 1.40 lakh
The Apache RTR 160 4V is available in seven variants, with the most expensive one being the only model to feature a USD fork. It also gets dual-channel ABS. The RTR 160 4V has long been considered a great all-round package, offering features like ride modes, adjustable levers, and a fully digital instrument cluster with Bluetooth connectivity.
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Bajaj Pulsar N160
Rs 1.37 lakh
The Bajaj Pulsar N160 is available in three variants, with only the top-end model featuring a USD fork. It’s also the only variant to offer ride modes and turn-by-turn navigation.
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TVS Ronin
Rs 1.35 lakh
The TVS Ronin features an unusually large 41mm Showa USD fork for its segment. Borrowed from the RR 310, it has been extensively reworked with revised spring and damping rates to suit the Ronin’s ride.
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Honda CB125 Hornet
Rs 1.12 lakh
The CB125 Hornet is the most affordable motorcycle with a USD fork in India and the latest entrant on this list. Its USD fork is a segment-first feature, also making it the smallest-capacity motorcycle in the country to get one. It also comes with a 4.3-inch TFT display with Bluetooth connectivity, making it a well-equipped bike for its price.
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