When it comes to a budget of 1 lakh and 50 thousand, you have plenty of bike options available in the market. But the question is: which are the best bikes under 1.5 lakh on-road price in India?

Well, if you are also wondering about this question then you have come to the perfect place. In this article, I have listed out some of the best sports, cruiser, naked, adventure, and retro bikes that are available for under 1.5 lakhs on-road price tag. So whether you are a college student or office goer, you will have multiple options.

I have also included bikes from the brands like Yamaha, Honda, Hero, TVS, Suzuki, etc. So it also does not matter which brand you like, you will find the perfect bike for yourself.

Quick Comparison: Best Bikes Under 1.5 Lakh In India

How To Select The Best Bike Under 1.5 Lakh For College Students?

Before we start looking at the bikes, let me tell you about the things that you need to keep in mind. Or you can say, these are the things that I have kept in mind while selecting the best bikes under 1.5 lakh on road price in India for you.

1. Looks: The first and foremost factor is obviously the looks of the bike. Since you will be taking it daily to your college or office so the bike should look good. It should be a head-turner.
2. City Rideabiltiy: Since you will be using the bike mainly for daily commutes therefore the bike should offer good ride and handling. It should be easy to handle and maneuver in bumper-to-bumper city traffic.
3. Mileage: Petrol prices are at an all-time high in the country. Therefore the bike should also have good mileage. So that it does not pinch you every time you check the mileage of your bike.
4. Cost: The cost of the ownership of the bike should be low. This means that the on-road price as well as the cost to maintain the bike should be low.
5. Features: Lastly the bike should offer basic features like Bluetooth connectivity, dual channel ABS to help you in your daily commute.

Best Bikes Under 1.5 Lakh On-Road Price In India

Let us now finally look at the best bikes under 1.5 lakhs on-road price that you can buy for college students in India right now.

Since different people like different types of motorcycles, therefore I have divided this article into different parts. These parts are naked, sports, retro, adventure, and cruiser.

You can go to the segment that you like the most. And you can skip the other segments if you want.

Naked Bikes Under 1.5 Lakhs

If you like naked bikes then you can choose one of the following bikes:
1. TVS Apache RTR 160 4V
2. Bajaj Pulsar N160
3. Yamaha FZS V4
4. Honda Hornet 2.0

Let us look at them one by one.

1. TVS Apache RTR 160 4V

TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is the best bike under 1.5 lakh in India right now if you like naked bikes.

Looks

In terms of looks this bike looks like its bigger sibling i.e. Apache RTR 200 4V. However, TVS hasn’t updated this bike much for a very long time and it has started feeling a little outdated. Having said that, it still looks good.

City Rideability

TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is powered by a 159.7cc oil-cooled engine. This engine puts out a maximum power of 17.31PS @9250 rpm and a maximum torque of 14.73 Nm @7250 rpm.

It has got a good low and mid-end pull, and it only weighs 144kgs. As a result, the city rideability of the bike is really good. The bike is easy to maneuver and you will enjoy riding it every day.

Mileage

The owner reported mileage of TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is 45 kmpl. Therefore you can expect the similar mileage from it in the city traffic.

Cost

The on-road cost of the top variant of the Apache RTR 160 4V is 1.55 lakhs. If you want then you can opt for its single-disc ABS version which will cost you around 1.48L on-road. However, I will recommend you go for the top variant. Because apart from dual discs, you also get Bluetooth connectivity in it.

Features

TVS Apache RTR 160 4V offers the most amount of features under 1.5 lakhs price tag. Its features include:

• Digital instrument console
• LED headlight, tail light, and indicators
• Bluetooth connectivity
• Riding modes
• GTT(Glide Through Technology), and much more.

If you don’t know what GTT is then you can watch our video below.

Overall TVS Apache RTR 160 4V comes out to be a great package under 1.5 lakhs. It offers great performance, ride & handling, a lot of features, and good mileage.

2. Bajaj Pulsar N160

The next best naked bike that is available under 1.5 lakh for college students is the Bajaj Pulsar N160.

Looks

The looks of the Bajaj Pulsar N160 are one of the freshest on this list. It somewhat looks copied from Yamaha’s MT 15 but it does look good in person. Therefore if you want the freshest and best-looking bike then you can definitely consider this.

City Rideability

Bajaj Pulsar N160 is powered by a 164.82cc oil-cooled engine. It produces a maximum power of 15.68 PS @8750 rpm and a maximum torque of 14.65 Nm @6750 rpm.

Like the Apache RTR 160 4V, there is a good amount of torque available in the low and mid range of the bike. Therefore you are really going to enjoy overtaking in the city traffic with it.

The weight of the bike is 154 kgs, which is a little on the higher side. But it is easy to maneuver in the city traffic.

Mileage

You can expect an overall mileage of around 45 to 48 kmpl from this bike in the city.

Cost

The single-channel ABS version of Pulsar N160 will cost you 1.45 lakhs on-road. And its dual-channel ABS version will cost 1.51L on-road. I will highly recommend you buy the dual-channel ABS variant.

Features

Bajaj Pulsar N160 falls short on features when compared to the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V. It only offers basic features which include:

• Dual channel ABS
• Digital instrument console
• All LED setup
• USB charging port, etc.

3. Yamaha FZS V4

If you want the best Yamaha bike under 1.5 lakhs on-road in India then Yamaha FZS V4 is for you.

Looks

The look of version 4 of FZS hasn’t changed much from version 3. But it gets a new front end and still looks one of the freshest on this list.

This bike looks very muscular and bulky. I think its design is somewhat inspired by the Yamaha V-Max. Overall the bike looks good.

You can watch our Yamaha FZS V4 review video below if you want.

City Rideability

Yamaha FZS V4 is powered by a 149cc air-cooled engine. This bike produces and pea power of 12.2 Bhp @7250 rpm and maximum torque of 13.3 Nm @5500 rpm.

On paper, it is one of the least powerful motorcycles on this list. However, it is also one of the lightest motorcycles as well. Combine its light weight with the Yamaha’s engine refinement and responsiveness and you will not at all feel that the bike is underpowered.

The bike offers amazing ride and handling in the city. And you will be able to maneuver it easily even in the dense city traffic.

Mileage

Yamaha FZS V4 can easily give you a mileage of 50 kmpl in the city. And this makes it one of the best mileage bikes under 1.5 lakh in India. If you are a college student then you can definitely buy this bike if you want to get the most out of your pocket money.

You can also watch our Yamaha FZS V3 ownership review if you want.

Cost

Yamaha FZS Version 4 will cost you around 1.48L on-road. Which kind of makes it one of the most value-for-money bikes.

Features

The feature list of the FZS V4 includes:

• TCS (Traction Control System)
• Bluetooth connectivity
• Digital instrument cluster
• Side stand engine cut off, etc.

4. Honda Hornet 2.0

If you are a Honda fan boy then you can also consider buying the Honda Hornet 2.0.

Looks

Honda Hornet 2.0 is one of the nicest-looking bikes on this list, and there is no doubt about that. It looks muscular compared to other bikes on this list.

City Rideability

Honda Hornet 2.0 is powered by 184.4cc air-cooled engine. This engine churns out a peak power of 17.03 PS @8500 rpm and produces a maximum torque of 16.1 Nm @6000 rpm.

The refinement of Honda is of the next level. And you will really enjoy riding this bike. Because of the light weight of the bike, it is very easy to flick and maneuver it in the city traffic.

Overall the Honda Hornet 2.0 offers excellent handling. You can watch my Honda Hornet 2.0 review if you wish to know more about it.

Mileage

Honda is known to return good mileage and the same is the case with Hornet 2.0. You can expect an overall mileage of more than 50 kmpl from it.

Cost

The on-road price of the Honda Hornet 2.0 is around 1.60L. I know this is 10K more than your 1.5L budget but you can definitely consider this bike if you are a big Honda fan. This is the best Honda bike around 1.5 lakh rupees price tag.

Features

When it comes to features, Honda Hornet 2.0 is going to disappoint you big time. It does not even come with the dual-channel ABS option. And only comes with basic features.

You can also watch our Honda Hornet 2.0 ownership review below if you want to know what its owner has to say about it.

Sports Bikes Under 1.5 Lakh For College Students

If you like sports bikes then the following two options are available for around 1.5 lakhs price tag:
1. Suzuki Gixxer SF
2. Hero Xtreme 200S

Suzuki Gixxer SF

Suzuki Gixxer SF is the best sports bike around 1.5 lakh in India for college students.

Looks

Gixxer SF is one of the best-looking 150cc bikes in India right now. It is a fully-faired bike that looks sporty. This bike has a kind of design that will definitely give you head turns when you take it on the road.

City Rideability

Suzuki Gixxer SF is powered by a 155cc air-cooled engine. It produces a maximum power of 13.4 Bhp @8000 rpm and produces a peak torque of 13.8 Nm @6000 rpm.

Its seating position is not as relaxed as the naked bikes that we have seen so far. However, it is also not as committed as its arch-rival Yamaha R15 V4. Therefore you can ride it in the city easily without feeling fatigued.

As far as its performance is considered, it offers good mid-end pull but it is not the best in the segment.

To know more about Gixxer SF, you can watch its ownership review video below.

Mileage

You can expect an overall mileage of 45 kmpl from Suzuki Gixxer SF.

Cost

The on-road price of the Gixxer SF is around 1.60L for the non-Bluetooth variant. I know it exceeds the 1 lakh 50 thousand budget. However, if you want a sports bike then this is one of the cheapest available in the country.

Features

In the non-Bluetooth variant of the Gixxer SF, there aren’t many features available. You only get features like single channel ABS, all LED setup, and digital instrument cluster in it.

Hero Xtreme 200S

Hero Xtreme 200S is another sports bike that you can look at.

Looks

The overall look of Hero Xtreme 200S looks very basic as compared to the Suzuki Gixxer SF. However, it is one of the sports bike options available in the market.

City Rideability

It is powered by a 199.6cc oil-cooled engine. This engine produces a peak power of 17.8 Bhp@8500 rpm and a peak torque of 16.45 Nm.

Xtreme 200S is one of the most powerful bikes on this list. The low and mid-end of this bike are very good. And you will enjoy riding it in the city.

Mileage

The overall mileage that you can expect from this bike is around 42 kmpl.

Cost

The on-road cost of Hero Xtreme 200S again exceeds the 1.5L budget. It will cost you around 1.61L on the road.

Features

The feature list of Xtreme 200S isn’t very long but you do get decent features in it, that include:

• Single channel ABS
• Digital instrument cluster
• LED headlight and taillight
• Bluetooth connectivity, etc.

Retro Bike In India Under 1.5 Lakh

The only retro bike that you can get under this budget is Yamaha FZ X.

Looks

In terms of appearance, this bike looks like it is inspired by retro bikes. However, it does not look like a proper retro bike as well. With retro styling, you also get modern touches on it. So it looks like a mashup between retro and modern naked bikes.

City Rideability

Yamaha FZ X is powered by the same 149cc air-cooled engine that also powers FZS V4. It churns out a maximum power of 12.2 Bhp and a peak torque of 13.3 Nm.

If you ride this bike then it will not give you a retro feel like Royal Enfield bikes. However, it is very nimble to ride in the city. And you will enjoy riding it more than a retro bike.

To know more about the Yamaha FZ X, watch the video below.

Mileage

Like Yamaha FZS V4, you can expect an overall mileage of 50 kmpl from this bike. This also makes it one of the best mileage bikes under 1.5 lakhs in India.

Cost

The on-road price of the Yamaha FZ X is around 1.57L. This is higher than your budget but FZ X is one of the cheapest retro bikes available in India right now.

Features

The feature list of Yamaha FZ X is definitely not long. But it does offer more features than a retro bike. Its features are:

• Single channel ABS
• All LED light setup
• Digital instrument console
• Traction control
• Bluetooth connectivity, etc.

Adventure Bike Around 1.5 Lakh On-Road Price

Hero Xpulse 200T 4V is the best adventure bike that is available for around 1 lakh 50 thousand budget.

Looks

The overall look of the Hero Xpulse 200T is almost the same as Xpulse 200 4V with some changes of course.

It has lower suspension travel, lower ground clearance, alloy wheels, and low-mounted exhaust. Other than these, you won’t be able to differentiate it from Xpulse 200 4V.

Overall the Xpulse 200T 4V looks more like a dirt bike than an adventure bike.

City Rideability

Hero XPulse 200T comes with a lower seat height as compared to the Xpulse 200. Combine it with a weight of 154 kg, and you get a bike that can be maneuvered easily in city traffic.

Xpulse 200T has a 199.6cc engine that also does its duty on the Xtreme 200S. It produces a maximum power of 18.83 Bhp @8500 rpm and a peak torque of 17.3 Nm @6500 rpm.

You can watch our Hero Xpulse 200 4V ownership review video below if you want.

Mileage

The overall mileage that you can expect from this bike is around 42 kmpl. You can check out our Xpulse 200 4V mileage test if you want.

Cost

To own the Hero Xpulse 200T 4V, you will have to pay around 1.60 lakh on-road price.

Features

You get plenty of features in Xpulse 200T 4V, which are:

• Digital instrument cluster
• Single channel ABS
• Bluetooth connectivity
• LED headlight and taillight, etc.

Cruiser Bike Under 1.5 Lakh In India

The only cruiser bike available under 1.5 lakh on-road price in India is Bajaj Avenger 160.

Looks

The look of the Bajaj Avenger 160 is almost the same as the previous generation bike but it has got modern touches. Overall it really looks quite unique and a mini-cruiser bike.

City/Highway Rideability

Bajaj Avenger 160 as its name suggests, is powered by a 160cc engine that is air-cooled. This engine is good for producing a maximum power of 14.79 PS @8500 rpm and a peak torque of 13.7 Nm @7000 rpm.

Since it is a cruiser bike therefore it offers a very relaxed riding position. You can do long tours on it without feeling fatigued. And because even short riders can put their feet on the ground on this bike therefore it is easily maneuverable in the city traffic as well.

Mileage

The owner reported mileage of Avenger 160 is around 45 kmpl. And you can also expect the same from it in day-to-day city traffic.

Cost

Bajaj Avenger 160 is one of the cheapest bikes on this list. And it will cost you around 1.40 lakh on the road.

Features

Bajaj hasn’t upgraded the Avenger 160 with many features. And you don’t even get an LED headlight, tail light, or indicator on it. However, it does get a digital instrument cluster and single-channel ABS.

Which Bike Should You Buy Under 1.5 Lakhs?

I am sure by now, you must have made up your mind as to which bike you should buy if you have a budget of 1.5 lakhs.

However, if you are still confused then let me help you out.

If you want a bike to go to college or the office daily then buying a naked bike will make more sense. Naked bikes are great handlers and are specially made to be ridden in the city. And they offer good mileage as well. You can also opt for retro bikes for daily commutes.

If you like to go on long trips then you can opt for cruiser bikes. These are designed for long tours and offer a relaxed seating position. So that you can cover long distances without taking a break.

If you like sports bikes then you can buy fully-faired bikes. However, the riding position of these bikes is a little on the committed side. Because they are meant to be ridden on a race track. Therefore you may face some difficulty riding them daily in city traffic.

And lastly, if you like to go off-road then without any doubt you should opt for an adventure bike.

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FAQs

Which Bike Is Best Under 1.5 Lakh?

TVS Apache RTR 160 4V, Bajaj Pulsar N160, Suzuki Gixxer SF, and Yamaha FZ S V4, are some of the best bikes under 1.5 lakhs in India.

Which Is The Fastest Bike In India Under 1.5 Lakh?

TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is one of the best fastest bikes in India under 1.5 lakh on-road.

Which Bike Is Best For Touring Under 1.5 Lakh?

Bajaj Avenger 160 is the best bike for touring under 1.5 lakhs.