Honda Activa to Bajaj Platina: Top 5 most preferred two-wheelers among Indians

India’s two-wheeler market is the largest in the world in terms of volume. two wheeler There have been many changes in the market in the last few years.

Due to the huge demand for personal mobility due to the pandemic, there has been tremendous growth in the two-wheeler market, as well as the ecosystem supporting the delivery of food and goods.

Motorcycles and scooters are becoming a more common mode of transportation for gig delivery riders, who have played a significant role in the growth of the ’15-minute-delivery’ ecosystem.

According to hyperlocal delivery services firm Borzo, Honda, Hero, TVS and Bajaj are the most popular petrol-powered bike brands among delivery partners. Delivery service provider platforms’ push to build two-wheeler fleets has helped drive growth in motorcycle and scooter sales in India.

According to Borzo, below are the most popular motorcycles and scooters among gig delivery riders:

honda activa

Activa is the only scooter in India to replace Hero Splendor at the top of the highly competitive two-wheeler segment. Furthermore, this scooter has significantly contributed to the Japanese automaker brand becoming the second largest in the Indian two-wheeler market. Apart from its popularity among individual buyers, Activa has gained a prominent position among gig delivery riders.

hero splendor

Hero Splendor has helped Hero MotoCorp maintain its lead in the Indian two-wheeler market over the past few years. While the no-frills commuter motorcycle is popular among individual buyers, it is also one of the most popular bikes among gig-delivery riders and delivery service platforms. The popularity of this motorcycle is largely due to its practicality, affordability and value for money proposition.

hero passion

Since its launch in 2001, the domestic two-wheeler giant’s Hero Passion motorcycle series has also enjoyed comparable success in the domestic market. 100 cc and 110 cc commuter models, known as Passion (Plus) and Passion XTEC, are the two available capacities. The economic value proposition and practicality of Hero Passion is what has made it so popular.

TVS Jupiter

TVS Jupiter, launched in 2013, comes with engines ranging from 110 to 125 cc. TVS Jupiter’s convenient automatic transmission, two-wheeler dynamics and long-term performance have helped it become a major player in the Indian market. Apart from individual buyers, the scooter has become popular among delivery service providers.

Bajaj Platina

Bajaj Auto is a leading brand in the Indian two-wheeler market. The domestic motorcycle giant, known for its iconic products like Chetak and Pulsar, has established itself in both the premium and mass-market segments. The Bajaj Platina has been on sale in India since 2006 and is a popular commuter motorcycle. The motorcycle has two engine sizes: 100 cc and 110 cc. It is a popular choice for delivery service providers as it is a practical and simple commuter motorcycle.