Best Bikes For Students Under 5 Lakhs In 2023 yes that’s what we will be covering today. The craze for biking is increasing in India. The purpose of the bike has transformed from daily commuting to weekend rides. Many young, college-going students need a powerful and attractive bike. So, if you are a college student who wants to buy a stylish & powerful bike and your budget is below Rs 5 lakhs, you should consider the bikes mentioned below.
Best Bikes For Students In 2023
| Best Bikes For Students | Prices |
|---|---|
| 2023 Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 | Rs. 3.35 Lakh |
| 2023 Raptee Electric Bike | Rs. 2.90 Lakh |
| 2023 KTM 390 Duke | Rs. 3.00 Lakh |
| 2023 Triumph Bajaj 350 | Rs. 2.25 Lakh |
| 2023 Triumph Bajaj Scrambler | Rs. 2.50 Lakh |
| 2023 Harley-Davidson Sportster 500 | Rs. 4.00 Lakh |
| 2023 Benelli 302 S | Rs. 3.30 Lakh |
| 2023 Benelli 302R | Rs. 3.60 Lakh |
| 2023 Hero XPulse 400 | Rs. 2.70 Lakh |
| 2023 Hero Xtreme 400S | Rs. 2.50 Lakh |
1. 2023 Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650
Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 is expected to launch in India in January 2023 in the expected price range of ₹ 3,00,000 to ₹ 3,50,000. Currently available bikes which are similar to Super Meteor 650 are Royal Enfield Interceptor 650, QJ Motor SRC 500 & Royal Enfield Meteor 350. Another bike similar to Super Meteor 650 is Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 which is launching in June 2023 in India.
| 2-Wheeler Type | Cruiser |
| Engine cc (Displacement) | 648 cc |
| Maximum Power | 47 HP @ 7250 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 52.3 Nm @ 5650 rpm |
| Number of Cylinders | 2 |
| Number of Gears | 6 |
| Seat Height | 740 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 135 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 241 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15.7 litres |
2. 2023 Raptee Electric Bike
Raptee’s first electric bike has been spied on and it looks closer to being production-ready. The Raptee electric motorcycle slots in the performance-oriented e-bike segment in India. It gets an attractive-looking semi-faired and futuristic body design, similar to that of the Ultraviolette F77. The motor specifications are under wraps, but Raptee claims the EV can achieve a top speed of 135kmph and 150km of range, all the while doing the zero to 60kmph sprint in 3.5 seconds.
3. 2023 KTM 390 Duke
KTM 390 Duke is a street bike available at a starting price of Rs. 2,94,976 in India. It is available in only 1 variant and 2 colors. The KTM 390 Duke is powered by 373.27cc BS6 engine which develops a power of 42.9 bhp and a torque of 37 Nm. With both front and rear disc brakes, KTM 390 Duke comes up with the anti-locking braking system. This 390 Duke bike weighs 171 kg and has a fuel tank capacity of 13.4 liters.
| 2-Wheeler Type | Naked |
| Engine cc (Displacement) | 373.2 cc |
| Maximum Power | 43.5 HP @ 9000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 37 Nm @ 7000 rpm |
| Number of Cylinders | 1 |
| Number of Gears | 6 |
| Seat Height | 822 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 151 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 171 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 13.4 litres |
4. 2023 Triumph Bajaj 350
The product of Bajaj and Triumph’s alliance has been spotted testing for the first time ever. The sighting gives us an idea of the engine spec, suspension, and features of the upcoming bike.
Triumph’s upcoming entry-level bike, made in alliance with Bajaj, has been spotted testing. This, however, doesn’t look like the sub-Rs 2 lakh model and has quite a handful of premium components. We believe this model will be targeted towards the more premium sub-400cc neo-retro category, which includes the Honda CB300R and the BMW G310R.
5. 2023 Triumph Bajaj Scrambler
Along with Triumph and Bajaj’s first roadster, a scrambler motorcycle has also been spotted for the first time. This will be Triumph’s take on the scrambler segment that’s been garnering the renewed interest of late.
A major distinction between the roadster-styled Triumph Bajaj 350 and the Triumph Bajaj Scrambler lies in the underpinnings. The Scrambler comes with a larger 19-inch front wheel, in contrast to the smaller 17-inch unit in the Triumph Bajaj 350. The rear wheels of both bikes are 17-inch units. In the scrambler, the alloys are wrapped in block pattern Metzeler Karoo Street tyres, which, coupled with the larger front wheel, should make it perfect for light trails. Oh, and for added protection, the bike also features a headlight guard, knuckle guards, and a bash plate.
6. 2023 Harley-Davidson Sportster 500
In recent times, Harley Davidson has been working on developing a wide range of new entry-level models for its lineup. The iconic American brand joined hands with Chinese automaker Qianjiang, parent company of Benelli, a few years back for developing affordable small- and mid-capacity engines and platforms.
As seen from the latest spy shots, the prototype appears to be nearing its final production stage, courtesy of a number plate mount and turn indicators. There could be minute changes at the time of its launch like some more chrome touches which make it look more like a Harley Davidson. While the bike’s market launch is expected sometime in 2023, we can expect Harley to show a glimpse of this model at EICMA later this year. It is likely to rival Royal Enfield 650cc motorcycles.
| 2-Wheeler Type | Cruiser |
| Engine cc (Displacement) | 500 cc |
| Maximum Torque | 69 NM @ 3750 rpm |
| Number of Cylinders | 2 |
| Number of Gears | 5 |
| Seat Height | 695 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 100 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 255 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 17 litres |
7. 2023 Benelli 302 S
Benelli 302S is expected to launch in India in June 2023 in the expected price range of ₹ 3,50,000 to ₹ 3,80,000. Currently available bikes which are similar to 302S are Kawasaki Ninja 300, Keeway K300 R & KTM RC 390.
The Benelli 302S is the model that will replace the TNT 300. As such, it retains a lot of the elements of the TNT300. It has a steel trestle frame, and a 300cc parallel-twin motor that generates 37bhp and 26Nm. A six-speed manual gearbox is standard – but there’s no word yet on whether a slipper clutch will be standard. Braking is courtesy of twin 260mm petal discs in the front and a single 240mm disc at the rear. Dual-channel ABS will be standard. Inverted front forks and a preload-adjustable rear monoshock make up the suspension. The fuel tank has a capacity of 16 litres, which is quite large for this spec of motorcycle.
| 2-Wheeler Type | Naked |
| Engine cc (Displacement) | 300 cc |
| Maximum Power | 37.54 HP @ 11,000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 25.6 Nm @ 9,750 rpm |
| Number of Cylinders | 2 |
| Number of Gears | 6 |
| Seat Height | 795 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 140 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 204 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 16 litres |
8. 2023 Benelli 302R
A month after the images of the 2023 Benelli 302R leaked online, the Chinese brand has finally unveiled its entry-level supersport. The bike has been thoroughly updated and is slated to launch in India by the end of this year.
The highlight of this model is the new design. Replacing the halogen units from the older model is the vertically-stacked projector headlamp, flanked by LED DRLs on either side and new LED tail light. The bodywork gets air vents to help channel the air around better. Benelli has, however, retained the same 14-litre fuel tank and side panels.
| 2-Wheeler Type | Sports |
| Engine cc (Displacement) | 300 cc |
| Maximum Power | 34.86 HP @ 11,000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 27 Nm @ 9,000 rpm |
| Number of Cylinders | 2 |
| Number of Gears | 6 |
| Seat Height | 785 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 130 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 182 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 14 litres |
9. 2023 Hero XPulse 400
The Hero XPulse 400 was spied testing along with the Xtreme 400S once again. This time around, the spy shots reveal new details of the variants. The XPulse 400 will reportedly be powered by a 421cc single-cylinder engine, and will go head-to-head with the upcoming Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 LC in terms of performance.
Based on the spy shots, the XPulse 400 appears to be rolling on 21-inch front and 18-inch rear spoke wheels like the XPulse 200. However, it is likely to get chunkier all-terrain rubber. The front beak looks to be stubbier than the XPulse 200. Apart from the Himalayan 450, this bike will also compete with the KTM 390 Adventure.Â
| 2-Wheeler Type | ADV |
| Engine cc (Displacement) | 421 cc |
| Maximum Power | 40 @ 11,000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 27 Nm @ 9,000 rpm |
| Number of Cylinders | 1 |
| Number of Gears | 6 |
| Seat Height | 785 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 130 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 182 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 14 liters |
10. 2023 Hero Xtream 400
The company is testing the new 400cc engine with the Xpulse model and is also expected to power the upcoming Hero Xtreme 400S. Hero’s new model bike was spotted while being tested along with the Xpulse 400. The design cues are expected to be on similar lines as the 200 version. But, the most significant change will be in the form of a higher-capacity engine, advanced electronics, and premium features.
Upon launch, the bike shall compete with KTM RC 390, TVS Apache RR310, and BMW G 310 RR, among others.
- Engine capacity: 421cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder
- Max Power: 40bhp
- Max Torque: 40Nm
- Expected Price: Rs. 2.50 lakh onwards
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