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Bikes Between Rs.70,000 and Rs.80,000 in India

This is the volume heart of the Indian two-wheeler market — 13 models from five brands between Rs.70,277 and Rs.79,870, covering both commuter motorcycles and 110cc scooters. The Hero Splendor Plus, TVS Jupiter, Honda Dio and Bajaj Platina 110 all sit in this band.

Engines run from 97cc to 125cc. Compared with the band below, you get better fit and finish, more 125cc choices, occasional disc brakes and a much wider selection — thirteen models instead of four. For most first-time buyers and daily commuters, this is the band where the genuinely sensible choices are concentrated, and where resale demand is strongest.

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Motorcycle or scooter?

This band is unusual in offering a genuine choice between the two. Geared commuters like the Hero Splendor Plus at Rs.76,249 and Bajaj Platina 110 at Rs.72,472 return better mileage and are more stable at higher speeds. Scooters such as the TVS Jupiter at Rs.76,714, Honda Dio at Rs.74,298 and Hero Pleasure Plus at Rs.70,277 offer step-through access, underseat storage and no gear shifting.

The honest test is your commute. Heavy stop-start traffic with frequent short hops favours a scooter. Longer runs, rougher roads or regular pillion duty favour a motorcycle.

The 125cc question

This is the first band where 125cc bikes appear in numbers. The Yamaha Ray ZR 125 at Rs.76,887 is the notable example — for roughly the same money as a 110cc rival you get more torque, which matters if you carry a pillion or ride on flyovers.

The trade-off is a small mileage penalty and marginally higher servicing costs. For most riders that is worth paying, and the resale market tends to reward the larger engine too.

Mileage in this band

Four bikes here carry a published ARAI figure, averaging about 58 kmpl, with the TVS Jupiter rated at 53.84 kmpl. ARAI testing is done under controlled conditions, so real-world returns typically land 10 to 15 percent below the claim. Even allowing for that, running costs in this band are low enough that fuel is rarely the deciding factor between two models.

What to check before buying

Look past the sticker price at three things. First, whether the variant you are quoted has a front disc brake — several models here offer both drum and disc versions at different prices, and the listings above reflect the base variant. Second, the service interval and the cost of a standard service at your local dealer. Third, resale demand for that specific model in your city, which varies more than most buyers expect.

Finally, remember these are ex-showroom prices. Registration, road tax and insurance will add a meaningful amount, so compare written on-road quotes rather than the headline figures when you get to the shortlist stage.

It is also worth taking a test ride on both a scooter and a motorcycle before deciding, even if you think you know which you want. The difference in how the two feel in traffic is larger than any difference between two motorcycles in this band, and it is the choice you are most likely to regret if you get it wrong.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the best bike under Rs.80,000 in India?

The Hero Splendor Plus at Rs.76,249 remains the safest choice for reliability and resale value. For a scooter, the TVS Jupiter at Rs.76,714 and Honda Dio at Rs.74,298 are the strongest options. If you want more torque for pillion duty, the Yamaha Ray ZR 125 at Rs.76,887 brings 125cc for similar money.

How many bikes are available between Rs.70,000 and Rs.80,000?

There are 13 models from five brands — Hero, Bajaj, TVS, Honda and Yamaha. The band includes both geared commuter motorcycles and 110cc to 125cc scooters, with engines from 97cc to 125cc.

Should I buy a 110cc or 125cc bike in this range?

A 125cc such as the Yamaha Ray ZR 125 at Rs.76,887 gives noticeably better acceleration with a pillion or on flyovers, for a small mileage penalty. A 110cc is slightly cheaper to run and adequate for solo city commuting. If you ride two-up more than occasionally, choose the 125cc.

Which bike in this range gives the best mileage?

Among the four bikes here with a published ARAI figure the average is around 58 kmpl, and the TVS Jupiter is rated at 53.84 kmpl. Geared commuter motorcycles generally return better mileage than scooters of the same capacity. Expect real-world figures roughly 10 to 15 percent below ARAI claims.

Is a scooter or a motorcycle better in this price range?

Scooters suit dense city traffic, frequent short trips and riders who want storage and no gear changes. Motorcycles are better for longer distances, rougher roads and carrying a pillion regularly, and generally return higher mileage. Both are well represented between Rs.70,000 and Rs.80,000.