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Two-Wheeler Sales in India – January 2025: Hero, Yamaha, TVS, Bajaj, OLA, Ather Trends
News by Team Drivio | 10 Feb 2025
The Indian two-wheeler market made an impressive start to 2025, registering significant growth across both petrol and electric scooters in India. Retail sales data for January 2025 show an overall positive performance, with two-wheeler sales growing by 4.15% YoY, and a 27.39% MoM increase compared to December 2024. This growth is reflective of strong demand for both motorcycles and electric bikes in India.
According to the latest two-wheeler market share statistics from the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA), India’s two-wheeler retail sales in January 2025 stood at 15,25,862 units, up from 14,65,039 units in January 2024. This represents a 4.15% YoY growth, indicating strong demand across various segments of the market.
In this article, we explore the motorcycle sales data, electric two-wheeler market performance, and key trends in urban bike sales for January 2025, focusing on major players such as Hero MotoCorp, Honda bikes, TVS bikes, Royal Enfield 350, Bajaj bikes, Ola Electric scooter, and Ather 450X.
Two-Wheeler Retail Sales – January 2025
| Manufacturer | Jan 2025 Sales | Jan 2024 Sales | YoY Growth (%) |
| Hero MotoCorp | 4,10,774 | 4,11,318 | -0.13% |
| Honda Bikes | 3,72,982 | 3,58,278 | 4.11% |
| TVS Bikes | 2,87,437 | 2,55,175 | 12.65% |
| Bajaj Bikes | 1,73,754 | 1,77,377 | -2.04% |
| Suzuki Bikes India | 88,315 | 75,876 | 16.38% |
| Royal Enfield 350 | 76,574 | 67,318 | 13.74% |
| Yamaha | 58,110 | 57,958 | 0.26% |
Key Insights on Two-Wheeler Sales in India – January 2025
- Hero MotoCorp maintained its position as the top-selling bike manufacturer in India with 4,10,774 units sold. Despite a slight YoY decline of 0.13%, Hero remains a leader in the motorcycle sales segment. The launch of the Hero Xoom 160 and Hero Xoom 125 scooters, featuring efficient engines and competitive pricing, is expected to drive future sales.
- Honda Bikes secured the No. 2 spot with 3,72,982 units sold, showing a 4.11% YoY growth. The continued success of models like the Honda Activa and Honda Shine contributed significantly to this performance, underscoring the strong demand for Honda bikes in India.
- TVS Bikes showed a stellar growth of 12.65% YoY, selling 2,87,437 units, driven by its popular models such as the TVS Apache and TVS Jupiter. The brand also gained significant market share, which climbed to 18.84% in January 2025.
- Bajaj Auto saw a YoY decline of 2.04% with 1,73,754 units sold. However, with the upcoming launch of the Bajaj Dominar 400, Bajaj aims to regain traction in the high-performance motorcycle segment.
- Suzuki Bikes India recorded a 16.38% growth in January 2025, selling 88,315 units, showcasing a robust presence in the motorcycle market in India.
- Royal Enfield 350 sales were strong, reaching 76,574 units, reflecting a 13.74% YoY increase. Royal Enfield continues to dominate the 350cc segment, with models like the Classic 350 and Meteor 350 leading the charge.
- Yamaha posted a marginal increase of 0.26% YoY, selling 58,110 units in January 2025.
Electric Two-Wheeler Sales – January 2025
The electric two-wheeler market in India is showing promising growth, even as electric vs petrol bikes remains a hot topic. In January 2025, the market for electric scooters in India saw mixed results, with some brands reporting strong growth while others, like Ola Electric, faced a dip in sales.
| EV Manufacturer | Jan 2025 Sales | Jan 2024 Sales | YoY Growth (%) |
| Ola Electric | 24,336 | 32,424 | -24.92% |
| Ather 450X | 12,906 | 9,380 | 37.59% |
| Greaves Electric | 3,611 | 2,358 | 53.12% |
| Piaggio | 2,769 | 3,183 | -13.01% |
| Classic Legends | 2,753 | 2,887 | -4.64% |
| Pure Energy | 1,650 | 620 | 166.13% |
Key Insights on Electric Two-Wheeler Sales in India – January 2025
- Ola Electric faced a significant YoY decline of 24.92%, selling 24,336 units in January 2025. Despite this, the company expects a turnaround with the upcoming launch of the Ola Roadster X, which is expected to redefine the electric bike India market with a 501 km range.
- Ather 450X, on the other hand, witnessed impressive growth, with 12,906 units sold, reflecting a 37.59% YoY growth. The 2025 Ather 450X and Ather 450S upgrades, along with new color options and features, are expected to boost its market presence further.
- Greaves Electric reported the highest growth in the electric segment, with sales increasing by 53.12% YoY, reflecting a surge in demand for affordable electric bikes in India.
- Pur Energy made significant strides with a 166.13% YoY growth, selling 1,650 units. This growth is indicative of the growing interest in electric two-wheelers in India, particularly in urban areas.
Two-Wheeler Sales and Market Trends in India – January 2025
The two-wheeler market in India showed strong growth in January 2025, driven by motorcycle sales and electric scooter India sales. While Hero MotoCorp continues to lead in the petrol-powered segment, Honda bikes, TVS bikes, and Royal Enfield 350 maintain significant shares of the market. Ola Electric and Ather Energy are at the forefront of the electric two-wheeler market in India, though Ola faces challenges in terms of sales performance.
With new bike launches in 2025, such as the Bajaj Dominar 400, Hero Xoom 125, and Ola Roadster X, we can expect continued growth in the electric vs petrol bikes debate, as urban bike sales continue to thrive in both segments. As the motorcycle industry analysis suggests, electric bikes in India will play a key role in shaping the future of the two-wheeler market share.
