Under 500 cc Frenzy: Five Exciting Bikes About to Hit Indian Roads

Kuldeep Singh Chundawat

The Indian motorcycle market is gearing up for an influx of sub‑500 cc machines. After aggressive testing and global reveals, five promising models—from adventure tourers to café racers—are slated to arrive soon. Here’s what motorcycle enthusiasts can expect.

🏍️ BMW F 450 GS: New Entry‑Level ADV from Q3 2025

BMW Motorrad is set to introduce the F 450 GS, a parallel‑twin adventure bike with roughly 48 bhp, based on a compact liquid-cooled 450 cc engine. Built at TVS’s Hosur plant, it features a 19‑inch front wheel, long-travel suspension, alloy wheels, dual‑channel ABS, slipper clutch, quickshifter, and a full‑colour TFT display autocarindia.com+6auto.hindustantimes.com+6bikedekho.com+6. Spotted testing in Karnataka and near Hosur, it is expected to launch globally at EICMA 2025, and roll into India by early 2026 at an estimated ₹4.0–4.5 lakh ex-showroom bikewale.com+7auto.hindustantimes.com+7bikedekho.com+7.

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🏁 TVS Apache 450: Supersport with BMW DNA

TVS is working on a fully-faired Apache 450, built on BMW’s twin-cylinder 450 cc platform. This marks the continued collaboration between TVS and BMW following the RR310 and RTR 310. Expected to debut by early 2026, it will be manufactured at TVS’s Hosur facility. Though specifics are scarce, expect high-performance chassis, aggressive styling, and premium tech.

🇬🇧 Norton 450: Naked Roadster Joins the Lineup

Owned by TVS, Norton Motorcycles will launch its first 450 cc naked roadster in India by late 2025. Sharing engine, drivetrain, and parts with the Apache 450, it leverages shared infrastructure at Hosur. The Norton 450 aims to deliver a premium British heritage touch in the mid-capacity segment.

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🌄 Hero Xpulse 421: Truly Indian Adventure

Hero MotoCorp is entering the compact adventure class with the Xpulse 421, a larger sibling to the beloved Xpulse 210. Teased at EICMA 2024 and covered under a design patent, it features a trellis frame, USD forks, monoshock rear with preload adjust, 21‑inch front wheel, upswept exhaust, handguards, underbelly pan, and TFT connectivity auto.hindustantimes.com+7bikeadvice.in+7ackodrive.com+7cycleworld.com+7autocarindia.com+7bikeadvice.in+7. Powered by a new 421 cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine (~35–40 bhp), it’s positioned against Himalayan 450 and KTM 390 Adventure. Global debut is expected at EICMA 2025, with India launch planned for early 2026 bikedekho.com+4bikeadvice.in+4autocarindia.com+4.

🕶️ Triumph Thruxton 400: Café-Racer Charm Arrives

Triumph is set to expand its mid-capacity line-up via the Thruxton 400, a chic café-racer styling spin-off of the Speed 400 platform. It will feature clip-on handlebars, bar-end mirrors, and a streamlined oil tank. Expected to launch during India’s festive season this year, it provides a stylish alternative for riders seeking classic looks with modern performance.

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⚖️ Quick Comparison

Bike	Type	Engine	Key Features	Launch Timeline
BMW F 450 GS	Adventure	450 cc parallel twin	TFT, ABS, quickshifter, alloy wheels	Q3 2025 (Global), early 2026 (India)
TVS Apache 450	Supersport	BMW 450 cc twin	Fully-faired, TVS build	Early 2026
Norton 450	Naked roadster	BMW 450 cc twin	Premium Norton styling	Late 2025
Hero Xpulse 421	Adventure	421 cc single	TFT, 21″ front wheel, off-road ready	EICMA 2025 / Early 2026
Triumph Thruxton 400	Café-racer	Derived from Speed 400	Clip-ons, bar-end mirrors, classic stance	Festive season 2025

🚀 Why It Matters

India’s sub-500 cc segment is expanding beyond commuter bikes into premium territory. These five motorcycles—spanning adventure, sporty, roadster, and café-racer formats—signal a shift toward performance and style in mid-capacity bikes. With global design cues blended with local manufacturing, they are poised to transform the Indian motorcycle landscape.

Author Profile

Kuldeep Singh Chundawat: My name is Kuldeep Singh Chundawat. I am an experienced content writer with several years of expertise in the field. Currently, I contribute to Daily Kiran, creating engaging and informative content across a variety of categories including TECHNOLOGY, health, travel, education, and automobiles. My goal is to deliver accurate, insightful, and captivating information through my words to help readers stay informed and empowered.