A long list of features has become a strong selling point for many motorcycles. Buyers now often prioritise extensive and unique features over a product’s overall strength, pushing manufacturers to cram in as much as they can to stay competitive. This list follows our earlier compilation of the most affordable bikes with a TFT display.

However, not all features are gimmicks – some genuinely add value and enhance practicality. One such touring-friendly feature is cruise control. Here’s a list of the top 10 bikes, spanning from budget-friendly options, including a commuter, to high-end machines equipped with cruise control.

10. Kawasaki Versys 1100

Rs 12.90 lakh

9. BMW F 900 XR

Rs 12.55 lakh

8. Triumph Bonneville T120

 Rs 11.09 lakh

The Triumph Bonneville T120 is powered by a torquey 1,200cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine. In true Bonneville fashion, the T120 boasts period-correct styling that makes it look like a proper classic. At first glance, it could easily be mistaken for a vintage motorcycle.

However, despite its retro appearance, the T120’s feature list is far from old-school. It comes equipped with modern tech like ride-by-wire throttle, which enables the inclusion of cruise control – a welcome addition for long highway rides. That said, one downside of touring is the lack of tubeless tyres. To maintain its classic aesthetic, Triumph has fitted the T120 with spoked wheels and tubed tyres, which can be a bit of a hassle in case of a puncture on long journeys.

7. Brixton Cromwell 1200

Rs 7.84 lakh

The Brixton Cromwell 1200 is another retro-styled motorcycle that sits alongside the Bonneville T120 on this list. Like the Triumph, the Brixton is powered by a 1,200cc engine and also offers cruise control as part of its feature set.

However, it has the same drawback as the T120 – tubed tyres. This setup can be a hassle during long-distance touring, as it makes puncture repairs more difficult and, ultimately, limits its touring potential.

6. KTM 390 Adventure

Rs 3.68 lakh

Moving to the budget end of the spectrum, the KTM 390 Adventure received a generational update last year. With this revision, KTM equipped the 390 Adventure with cruise control straight from the factory. It differentiates itself from the 390 Adventure X by means of a larger 21-inch front wheel, a fully adjustable suspension setup and tubeless spoked wheels. 

5. KTM 390 Adventure X

Rs 3.04 lakh

The Adventure X was introduced alongside the more expensive 390 Adventure, and at the time, KTM did not offer cruise control. In fact, much of the electronics suite, including traction control and cornering aids, was reserved only for the top-spec 390 Adventure, and there was no way to get it retrofitted since the features were governed by the IMU, which the X missed.

Recently, though, the 390 Adventure X got an update and received the complete electronics suite, including cornering ABS, cruise control, traction control and a 6-axis IMU, all for a price hike of Rs 12,000, making it one of the most affordable adventure tourers in India to feature cruise control.
 

4. KTM 390 Duke

Rs 2.95 lakh

KTM updated the 390 Duke in 2023, equipping it with a new 399cc engine. While the update brought several improvements, it initially missed out on cruise control. However, after introducing the feature on the 390 Adventure, KTM has now added it to the 390 Duke.

3. TVS Apache RR 310

Rs 2.78 lakh 

The TVS Apache RR 310 is the second faired motorcycle on this list, after the Versys 1100, to come equipped with a factory-fitted cruise control system. Recently, TVS went all out to equip its flagship Apache duo with as many features as possible.

2. TVS Apache RTR 310

Rs 2.50 lakh

Starting at Rs 2.50 lakh, the TVS Apache RTR 310 was earlier the most affordable bike in the country to offer cruise control from the factory but lost that title to the newly launched Hero Glamour X. As mentioned earlier, TVS has thrown everything but the kitchen sink at the Apache Duo. This is also the only bike on this list to come equipped with cornering cruise control, which adjusts and reduces the set cruise speed based on the motorcycle’s lean angle.

1. Hero Glamour X

Rs 90,000-1 lakh

In a segment-first move, Hero has equipped its humble commuter, the Glamour X, with cruise control. Priced from Rs 90,000, the Glamour X is the most affordable motorcycle in India to offer this convenience feature. That price tag is slated to further go down by Rs 7,813 with the GST rate cut for motorcycles below 350cc that comes into effect from September 22. 

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