There’s so much buzz about the 2025 Indian motorcycle scene, and for good reason – there are some truly awesome bikes coming our way. If you have been waiting for that bike to hit the showrooms, your wait might just pay off. From Royal Enfield’s much awaited Classic 650 to KTM’s supermoto madness, here are the five bikes that have everyone talking.
Royal Enfield Classic 650: The Retro Powerhouse
Royal Enfield has got it right with their 650 twins and now they are bringing that winning formula to their most loved design. The Classic 650 takes everything you love about the timeless Classic styling and gives it the power it deserves.
This is more than a bigger engine in the old frame. The Classic 650 is finally properly updated, with a 647cc parallel-twin pumping out 46 horsepower. That’s almost double the power of the current Classic 350, making highway cruising a breeze rather than a struggle.
The special thing about this is how Royal Enfield have managed to keep the soul intact. You still get that gorgeous teardrop tank, the comfortable riding position and enough chrome to blind your neighbors. But now there’s genuine power to back up the looks. The new TFT display with Tripper Navigation means you won’t get lost on those weekend rides and the slipper clutch makes city traffic less of a nightmare.
Expected Launch: Early 2025
Price Range: Rs. 3.37 – 3.50 Lakh
KTM 390 SMC R: Pure Supermoto Madness
For riders who find regular motorcycles too, well, regular, the KTM 390 SMC R is about to land like a bolt from the blue. This is KTM’s take on what happens when you cross a dirt bike with street bike DNA.
The SMC R shares its heart with the popular Duke 390 but that’s where the similarities end. This machine is all about standing up on the pegs, sliding through corners and generally having the kind of fun that makes insurance companies nervous. The long travel suspension and 17-inch spoked wheels mean you can tackle everything from city streets to fire roads without breaking a sweat.
You get all the electronic wizardry KTM is famous for. 4.2-inch TFT screen, multiple riding modes and that clever Supermoto ABS mode that lets you slide the rear while keeping the front wheel in check. It’s like riding a hooligan bike with a safety net.
Expected Launch: Second half of 2025
Price Range: Rs. 3.30 – 3.40 Lakh
Royal Enfield Himalayan 750: Adventure Amplified
The current Himalayan has proven that Royal Enfield knows how to build adventure bikes. The 750 version promises to take that formula and turn it up to 11.
This isn’t just about more power, though the expected 50 horsepower will certainly make mountain passes more fun. The real story is how Royal Enfield is building a bike that can do serious adventure touring without requiring a degree in mechanical engineering to maintain.
The new 750cc parallel-twin engine should give you smooth, torquey power for long highway stretches and enough grunt for proper off-road adventures. Add in cruise control and a full TFT system and you’ve got a bike that’s as happy crossing states as it is crossing continents.
Launch: Late 2025
Price: Around Rs. 4 Lakh
TVS RTX 300: The Dark Horse
TVS might not be the first name that comes to mind when you think adventure bikes but the RTX 300 could change that. This is TVS’s serious attempt at cracking the adventure touring segment and early signs suggest they’re not messing around.
The 299cc single-cylinder engine makes 35 horsepower — not too powerful for new adventure riders but not too puny either. Even more importantly, TVS has packed this thing with features that double it’s price would be jealous of. Lean-sensitive ABS, several riding modes and that handsome 5-inch TFT display are all standard.
What could make the RTX 300 a real winner is TVS’s reputation for reliability and their extensive service network. Adventure touring is only fun when your bike starts every morning and TVS has that part figured out.
Launch: August 2025
Price: Rs. 2.50 – 2.90 Lakh
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Yamaha R7 / MT-07: The Enthusiast’s Dream
Yamaha’s decision to bring the R7 and MT-07 to India is the kind of news that makes motorcycle forums crash from all the excited discussion. These bikes are everything enthusiasts have been begging manufacturers to bring to our shores.
The 689cc parallel-twin CP2 engine is a work of art, 72 horsepower in a way that’s both thrilling and manageable. The R7 offers everything great about a supersport without the back-breaking ergonomics and the MT-07 provides all the aggression of the naked bike with unexpected comfort. CBU?
Launch: November-December 2025
Price: MT-07: Rs. 7.50-8.00 Lakh, R7: Rs. 10.00-10.10 Lakh
Quick Comparison Overview
| Bike | Engine | Power | Expected Price | Key Feature |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RE Classic 650 | 647cc Twin | 46 HP | Rs. 3.37-3.50L | Retro styling with modern performance |
| KTM 390 SMC R | 398cc Single | 44 HP | Rs. 3.30-3.40L | Supermoto versatility |
| RE Himalayan 750 | 750cc Twin | ~50 HP | ~Rs. 4.00L | Serious adventure capability |
| TVS RTX 300 | 299cc Single | 35 HP | Rs. 2.50-2.90L | Feature-packed value proposition |
| Yamaha R7 | 689cc Twin | 72 HP | Rs. 10.00-10.10L | Premium performance |
| Yamaha MT-07 | 689cc Twin | 72 HP | Rs. 7.50-8.00L | Naked bike excitement |
The Verdict
Each of the bikes are intended to cater to empty slots in Indian market. The Classic 650 will finally deliver the power retro-heads have been after, the SMC R will bring supermoto fun to the masses, the Himalayan 750 will offer serious adventure, the RTX 300 offers incredible value and the Yamaha twins bring world class performance to our shores.
The real winner here is the Indian rider. After years of limited options, 2025 is going to be the year when you can finally find a bike that matches your riding style, whether you’re into weekend cruising, adventure touring or track day heroics. The only difficulty is going to be picking one.
