If you’re one for adventure rides over the weekend, you might be in the market for a 1000 cc bike. After all, when driving through tough terrains, you’ll need a companion with higher capacity and advantages like greater power, weather resistance, and a heavy body. Luckily, the Indian auto market doesn’t disappoint.
Here’s a round-up of the best 1000 cc bikes in India, along with their price, features, and specifications.
Honda Africa Twin
Priced at Rs. 17,86,113 (approx., ex-showroom), this beast comes with a 1082.96 cc engine that pumps 97.89 bhp power at a torque of 7500 rpm. What’s more, with a peak torque of 103 Nm at 6000 rpm and a mileage of 18 kmpl, it is the perfect companion for your off-road adventures.
Ducati 1199 Panigale
The Panigale is powered by a 955-cc engine with 152.8 bhp power at 10,750, which is a class apart in the sports bike segment. Additionally, the engine has a maximum torque of 104 Nm at 9000 rpm with a mileage of 16 kmpl. Coming at Rs. 17,49,000 (ex-showroom), the Panigale is one of Ducati’s more affordable sports bikes, perfect for a long drive on a highway.
While the model is reasonably priced, you should still consider taking a two-wheeler loan to finance it instead of doling out lakhs out of your pockets.
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3. Kawasaki Z H2
The powerful engine of the Z H2 gives a staggering 197 bhp output at 11000 rpm and a twisting force of 137 Nm at 8500 rpm. This allows the bike to go from 0 to 100 kmph in roughly 2.7!
With a mileage of 15 kmpl, it comes well-equipped with equally powerful brakes, 320 mm discs with Brembo M4.32 monobloc and is priced at Rs. 21,90,000 (ex-showroom). Sounds like your dream pair of wheels? Lucky for you, the two-wheeler loan interest rates have been at a record low, so financing this beauty will be easy.
4. BMW S 1000 XR
This touring bike was designed for a feature enthusiast with a passion for long drives. It comes with a 999 cc, liquid-cooled engine pumping 159.8 bhp at 11,000 rpm. What’s more, combined with a torque of 114 Nm at 9250 rpm, the S 1000 XR glides like butter on Indian roads. It has a mileage of 15 kmpl with a range of rider aids and an adjustable suspension system.
Like the Kawasaki ZH2, this powerful machine also starts at Rs. 21,60,000 (ex-showroom), which is on the steeper end. But if your funds don’t allow you to buy it, you can get aloan at a competitive bike loan interest rate to bring home this German beast.
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Over to you
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