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Bikes Between Rs.60,000 and Rs.70,000 in India
This is the entry point of the Indian two-wheeler market. Four models from TVS, Honda and Bajaj sit in the Rs.63,501 to Rs.69,999 band, all of them 98cc to 110cc, and all built around the same brief: minimum running cost, maximum durability.
The shortlist is the TVS Sport, Honda Shine 100, Bajaj Platina 100 and the TVS Zest 110 scooter. If you are buying a first two-wheeler, replacing an ageing commuter, or want something cheap and simple for short daily trips, this band covers it. Anyone needing more power for highway use, or planning to ride two-up regularly, should look at the next band up instead.
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What you get in this band
Expect a 98cc to 110cc engine, drum brakes at both ends on most models, spoke or basic alloy wheels, and simple analogue instrumentation. What you also get is the lowest cost of ownership available on a new vehicle in India — these bikes are cheap to service, use inexpensive consumables, and are supported by the widest dealer networks in the country.
What you do not get is refinement at speed, disc brakes as standard, or much in the way of features. That is a fair trade at this price if the bike is doing short, low-speed trips.
The four options
The TVS Sport at Rs.63,501 is the cheapest here and carries the highest ARAI mileage claim on the entire site at 80 kmpl. The Honda Shine 100 at Rs.65,717 trades on Honda's refinement and resale reputation.
The Bajaj Platina 100 at Rs.69,217 has traditionally focused on ride comfort, with softer suspension aimed at poor road surfaces. The TVS Zest 110 at Rs.69,999 is the only scooter in the band — worth considering if you want step-through convenience and underseat storage instead of a geared motorcycle.
Budget the on-road price, not the ex-showroom
Every figure quoted here is ex-showroom. Registration, road tax, mandatory insurance and any state-level levies are added on top, and in this band those costs are a meaningful percentage of the total — often enough to push a Rs.65,000 bike past Rs.75,000 on the road. Get a written on-road quote before comparing two models across brands, because the components vary by state.
Should you stretch to the next band?
Between Rs.70,000 and Rs.80,000 the choice widens considerably, from four models to thirteen, and brings in the Hero Splendor Plus, TVS Jupiter and Bajaj Platina 110. If your budget has any flexibility at all, that band offers better resale, more 125cc options and a wider spread of scooters.
Stay in this band if the purchase price is genuinely fixed, or if the bike is a second vehicle doing short, predictable trips where the extra capability would go unused. There is nothing wrong with these four — they are simply the most basic versions of what the segment offers.
One thing worth checking on any bike at this price is which variant the quote covers. Manufacturers often sell the same model with drum or disc front brakes, and with spoke or alloy wheels, at different prices. The figures listed above are for the base specification, so confirm what is actually on the bike in the showroom before you compare two quotes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the best bike under Rs.70,000 in India?
The TVS Sport at Rs.63,501 is the cheapest and claims the highest ARAI mileage at 80 kmpl. The Honda Shine 100 at Rs.65,717 is the pick if resale value and refinement matter more, while the Bajaj Platina 100 at Rs.69,217 focuses on ride comfort. For a scooter, the TVS Zest 110 at Rs.69,999 is the only option in this band.
How many bikes are available between Rs.60,000 and Rs.70,000?
Four models from three brands — TVS, Honda and Bajaj. They span 98cc to 110cc and include three motorcycles and one scooter. Prices run from Rs.63,501 to Rs.69,999 ex-showroom.
Is the on-road price higher than these figures?
Yes. All prices listed are ex-showroom. Registration, road tax, insurance and state levies are added on top, and at this price point they can add several thousand rupees to the total. Ask the dealer for a written on-road quote, as the components differ by state.
Which bike under Rs.70,000 gives the best mileage?
The TVS Sport at Rs.63,501 carries a published ARAI rating of 80 kmpl, the highest figure of any bike listed on Indian Auto Forum. ARAI numbers come from a controlled test cycle, so expect real-world mileage roughly 10 to 15 percent lower depending on traffic and load.
Are these bikes good for highway riding?
Not really. With 98cc to 110cc engines these bikes are comfortable at city speeds but strained at sustained highway pace, particularly with a pillion. If you regularly ride highways, look at 125cc or larger options in the Rs.80,000 to Rs.1.5 lakh bands instead.