Top 6 fuel-efficient two-wheelers

Top 6 fuel-efficient two-wheelers

Irrespective of which segment they are looking at, ‘kitna deti hai?’ is a question that constantly lingers in the minds of Indian two-wheeler buyers. While their relevance might decrease as the displacement increases, the fuel efficiency numbers directly or indirectly do influence buying decisions. To reduce your dilemma, we decided to compile a list of the most fuel-efficient motorcycles from different segments. While the real world figures can vary significantly depending upon the road conditions and rider habits, we turned to the fuel efficiency numbers released by Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM). 

Upto 110cc: Hero Splendor iSmart (91.6kmpl)

The fuel efficiency numbers have the biggest impact on customers’ buying decision in the commuter segment. So it is not a big surprise that the most fuel-efficient motorcycle is not just the top-selling two-wheeler in India, but in the entire world. While the Splendor in itself was a very fuel-efficient bike, Hero MotoCorp decided to up the ante by infusing the Splendor iSmart with the state of the art ‘i3S technology’. Essentially a start-stop system, the i3S has helped Hero extract a staggering 91.6kmpl from the Splendor iSmart. 

110cc to 125cc: TVS Star City+ (88.3kmpl)

The TVS Star City+ is a plain vanilla motorcycle for those who are looking for a hassle free and economical motorcycle. Powered by an 8bhp 110cc Ecothrust engine, the Star City+ returns 88.3kmpl. A Bangalorean recently went on a 7,000 kilometre 28 day journey from Bengaluru to Bangkok on a Star City+, which does speaks a lot about the bike’s overall capabilities. No, we haven’t asked him how much efficiency he got out of his bike. 

125cc to 180cc: Hero Glamour FI (85.8kmpl)

The Hero Glamour FI is an unusually feature loaded bike for its segment. It not only is the most affordable fuel-injected motorcycle in the country, but comes with a host of bells and whistles like a disc brake, alloy wheels, digital instrument console, bank angle sensor and a mileage indicator. However, despite flaunting an efficiency figure which humbles several 100cc motorcycles, the Glamour FI hasn’t been a big hit in the Indian market, mostly due to its high sticker price and the tight competition. This doesn’t stop it from topping this segment.

180cc to 250cc: Bajaj Pulsar AS200 (56.9kmpl)

Being a touring-oriented motorcycle, a decently sized fuel tank and good fuel efficiency is something that every buyer would want, and the Bajaj Pulsar AS200 doesn’t disappoint in both these aspects. The efficiency rating of 56.9kmpl coupled with the 12-litre fuel tank give the Pulsar AS200 a range of over 680 kilometres. However, this would require a very prudent right wrist, something which the Pulsar AS200’s aggressive and brute character doesn’t exactly encourage.

250cc and above: Royal Enfield Classic 350 (53.4kmpl)

The Royal Enfield Classic 350 is another motorcycle which is popular among touring enthusiasts in the country and the outlandish efficiency number of 53.4kmpl flourishingly helps its cause. This is something which should get a whoop of joy from all those Royal Enfield loyalists, who spend most of their time justifying why they spent their hard earned cash on an antiquated motorcycle.

Scooters: TVS Wego (69.7kmpl)

The TVS Wego is the scooter equivalent of the Star City+, quite literally! It is powered by the same 110cc single-cylinder engine, which has been mated to a CVT transmission. It is reliable, hassle-free, comfortable and to be honest, quite boring. Nevertheless, it is the most fuel-efficient scooter that you can buy in India.