Here is all the essential info you need on sales from Bajaj, Triumph and KTM in Jan 2026 in India.
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January 2026 Motorcycle Sales:
The opening month of the new calendar year proved encouraging for performance-driven and commuter-focused motorcycles alike, with Bajaj Auto, KTM and Triumph Motorcycles registering notable momentum across categories. Bajaj’s volumes were once again anchored by the ever-popular Bajaj Pulsar 125, which led the brand’s tally with 67,081 units in January 2026, reflecting an 11 per cent year-on-year improvement. The commuter-centric Bajaj Platina followed with 33,520 units and a healthy 23 per cent growth, reaffirming steady rural and urban demand. Meanwhile, the sportier Bajaj Pulsar 160 and Bajaj Pulsar 200 twins combined for 29,048 units, surging 76 per cent and highlighting rising interest in accessible performance motorcycles.
Beyond petrol-powered offerings, Bajaj’s electric push continued to gather pace with the Bajaj Chetak recording 28,216 units, up 34 per cent over the previous year. In the mid-range space, the Bajaj Pulsar 150 maintained stable traction with 23,174 units, while the Bajaj Pulsar 220 emerged as a surprise performer, soaring 126 per cent to 9,398 units. At the entry level, the Bajaj CT 100 managed modest gains, though the CNG-powered Bajaj Freedom saw volumes dip. Cruiser enthusiasts showed renewed interest in the Bajaj Avenger 220, which posted triple-digit growth, even as the Avenger 180 struggled. Bajaj’s premium portfolio also reflected improved traction, with the Bajaj Dominar 250 and Bajaj Dominar 400 both recording strong percentage increases, albeit on relatively smaller bases.
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In the performance arena, KTM delivered impressive gains despite comparatively lower volumes. The KTM Duke 200 led its lineup at 4,251 units with an 87 per cent jump, while the KTM Duke 250 and KTM Duke 390 posted solid and spectacular growth rates respectively, the latter climbing 219 per cent year-on-year. At the premium end of the Bajaj, Triumph alliance, the Triumph 400 platform, which underpins models like the Speed 400, Speed T4, Scrambler 400X and Thruxton 400, registered 4,792 units, up 19 per cent. Overall, January 2026 reflected a balanced demand pattern: commuters continued to prioritise efficiency and value, while an expanding base of enthusiasts gravitated toward performance-oriented and premium motorcycles.
Sales figures:
| Brand | Model | Jan 2026 Sales | Jan 2025 Sales | YoY Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bajaj | Pulsar 125 | 67,081 | 60,640 | 11% |
| Bajaj | Platina | 33,520 | 27,336 | 23% |
| Bajaj | Pulsar 160 + 200 | 29,048 | 16,524 | 76% |
| Bajaj | Chetak Electric | 28,216 | 21,045 | 34% |
| Bajaj | Pulsar 150 | 23,174 | 22,129 | 5% |
| Bajaj | Pulsar 220 | 9,398 | 4,165 | 126% |
| Bajaj | CT 100 | 5,018 | 4,839 | 4% |
| Bajaj | Freedom | 1,157 | 1,345 | -14% |
| Bajaj | Avenger 220 | 1,008 | 401 | 151% |
| Bajaj | Pulsar NS400z | 899 | 623 | 44% |
| Bajaj | Dominar 250 | 813 | 403 | 102% |
| Bajaj | Dominar 400 | 569 | 398 | 43% |
| Bajaj | Avenger 180 | 432 | 1,135 | -62% |
| KTM | Duke 200 | 4,251 | 2,271 | 87% |
| KTM | Duke 250 | 4,163 | 3,478 | 20% |
| KTM | Duke 390 | 1,154 | 362 | 219% |
| KTM | Husqvarna | 34 | 53 | -36% |
| Triumph | Triumph 400 (Platform) | 4,792 | 4,035 | 19% |
The 400 cc segment bikes in India have rapidly gained popularity among enthusiasts for offering an ideal balance of everyday usability and thrilling performance, combining punchy engines, sharp styling, advanced features like ride-by-wire and traction control, comfortable ergonomics for touring, and pricing that remains relatively accessible, making them a compelling upgrade choice for riders seeking more power without stepping into expensive superbike territory.
The numbers underline a market that is diversifying steadily, where dependable commuters, electrified mobility and aspirational performance motorcycles are all carving out meaningful space in India’s evolving two-wheeler landscape.
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