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New Delhi: India has a larger market for two-wheeler as compared to the four-wheeler segment. Some people can't afford a four-wheeler, or some can afford to be in bumper-to-bumper traffic with four-wheelers. Like these, there are many reasons why India has a large two-wheeler market, even though there are various motorcycles that can not survive in India, due to some reasons.
As the two-wheeler market moves fast, any bike that doesn’t offer good features, regular updates or proper pricing usually struggles to survive. Several motorcycles will be completely removed from the market by the end of 2025, as brands have already decided to discontinue them from 2026. Major names like Harley-Davidson, KTM, Bajaj, Honda and Royal Enfield have multiple models on the exit list.
Harley-Davidson will stop selling their X440 Denim, which is the base variant of the X440. Dealerships have been told to clear whatever stock they have left, and after 2025, this version will no longer be on sale. The company recently launched the new X440T, which comes with added features like ride-by-wire, traction control, riding modes, a redesigned rear section and a new exhaust. It is priced at Rs 2.79 lakh (ex-showroom).
BMW has also decided to pull the plug on its two most affordable bikes in India, the G 310 R and the G 310 GS Adventure. These models have been in the market for many years but will now be discontinued; however, BMW prepares to launch the next-generation F 450 GS Adventure. The G 310 RR will stay on sale and continue as BMW’s only entry-level bike in the country.
The orange team will no longer see the KTM Duke 125 and RC 125; it will also disappear from the Indian market from 2026. Rumours about KTM working on a new 160cc bike to take on the Yamaha MT-15 have been around for a while, and the removal of the 125 range almost confirms it.
Bajaj has decided to stop making several of its commuter motorcycles, including the Platina 110, CT125X and N150. These bikes were meant for budget-focused buyers who are looking for affordable and fuel-efficient bikes. However, they haven’t been doing well recently. Bajaj is now reworking its strategy and has chosen to discontinue these lower-end models as part of that shift. They may be working on their sports lineup, including Pulsar N and NS
Honda is ending production and sales of its CB300R in India. Even though the bike had good specs, its design and higher pricing didn’t connect with many buyers. The company has also discontinued the CD110 Dream in the commuter category.
Royal Enfield officially retired its old 411cc platform in 2025. After launching the Scram 450, the company decided to discontinue all 411cc models. The Scram 411 was the final bike running on that setup.
