Top-Selling Two-Wheelers in India: India’s two-wheeler market witnessed a strong rebound in December 2025, clearly reflecting improving rural demand and steady urban sales. During the month, the top-10 best-selling two-wheelers together clocked sales of 10,49,549 units, a massive jump compared to 7,36,372 units in December 2024.
This impressive growth highlights renewed consumer confidence—and once again, a budget-friendly, fuel-efficient commuter bike has emerged as the undisputed leader.
Hero Splendor Retains No.1 Position
The evergreen Hero Splendor continues its dominance in the Indian market. With over 60 kmpl mileage and a price well below ₹75,000 (ex-showroom for base variants), Splendor remains the first choice for value-conscious buyers.
| Model | Dec 2025 Sales | Dec 2024 Sales |
|---|---|---|
| Hero Splendor | 2,80,760 units | 1,92,438 units |
Its reliability, low maintenance cost, and strong rural presence helped it stay firmly at the top.
Honda Activa: India’s No.1 Scooter, Overall No.2
In the scooter segment, Honda Activa once again proved why it is considered a household name.
| Model | Dec 2025 Sales | Dec 2024 Sales |
|---|---|---|
| Honda Activa | 1,81,604 units | 1,20,981 units |
Activa’s consistent performance, smooth engine, and trust factor helped it secure second place in the overall top-10 list.
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Honda Shine Makes a Strong Comeback
The commuter motorcycle space also saw a sharp rise in sales of Honda Shine.
| Model | Dec 2025 Sales | Dec 2024 Sales |
|---|---|---|
| Honda Shine | 1,41,602 units | 1,00,841 units |
Improved demand for refined 125cc bikes played a key role in Shine’s year-on-year growth.
TVS Jupiter & Bajaj Pulsar Hold Their Ground
Both scooters and performance-oriented motorcycles showed healthy momentum.
| Model | Dec 2025 Sales | Dec 2024 Sales |
|---|---|---|
| TVS Jupiter | 1,20,477 | 88,668 |
| Bajaj Pulsar | 79,616 | 65,571 |
TVS Jupiter remained a favourite family scooter, while Pulsar continued to appeal to young riders looking for sporty performance.
Suzuki Access Gains Popularity
The Suzuki Access strengthened its position among buyers seeking better pickup and comfort.
| Model | Dec 2025 Sales | Dec 2024 Sales |
|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Access | 69,622 units | 52,180 units |
Other Key Contributors in Top-10
- Hero HF Deluxe – 49,051 units
- TVS XL – 46,133 units
- TVS Apache – 45,507 units
Notably, TVS Apache recorded more than double year-on-year growth, indicating rising interest in sporty motorcycles.
Electric Segment: TVS iQube Shines Bright
The electric two-wheeler segment also showed solid momentum. TVS iQube emerged as the best-performing EV.
| Model | Dec 2025 Sales | Dec 2024 Sales |
|---|---|---|
| TVS iQube | 35,177 units | 20,003 units |
This growth signals increasing consumer confidence in electric scooters.
Brand Performance: Who Gained the Most?
- Hero MotoCorp and Honda together added nearly 2 lakh extra units year-on-year
- Honda saw the highest YoY growth, driven mainly by Activa and Shine
- TVS benefited significantly from strong EV sales led by iQube
December 2025 clearly proved that affordable, fuel-efficient two-wheelers still rule the Indian market. The Hero Splendor’s return to the No.1 position and Honda Activa’s dominance among scooters underline buyer preference for reliability and value. At the same time, growing EV sales show that India’s two-wheeler market is gradually evolving toward electrification.
Sundar More is an automobile and technology writer with a background in Mechanical Engineering. He has a deep interest in automobiles, electric vehicles, and the latest innovations in automotive technology. By combining engineering knowledge with a passion for writing, Sundar delivers informative, easy-to-understand articles for CrickDuniya.in, helping readers stay updated on new launches, features, and trends shaping the future of mobility.
