Hi, I am an office goer planning to purchase a new bike in 2026 and want to upgrade from a 125 cc to a 150/160 cc bike. I commute about 60 km daily, with roughly 50% on decent roads and 50% on broken roads. Can you please suggest a bike in the 150/160 cc segment that offers both comfort and good mileage?

Autocar India

•33m

Since you have a rather long daily commute, we would recommend you stick with 160cc options like the Honda Unicorn / SP160, TVS Apache RTR 160 4V and Bajaj Pulsar N160. All options are comfortable, fuel-efficient and reasonably peppy, although the TVS and Bajaj will have an edge over the Honda. If you still wish to go with something smaller for the benefit of fuel efficiency, our top picks are the TVS Raider, Hero Xtreme 125R, Honda Shine / SP125, Honda CB125 Hornet and the Hero Glamour / Super Splendor models. The traditional commuter options will have fewer features and more straightforward riding positions. While the sporty, premium 125s will have a little more pep in their step, a sportier rider's triangle and more features.Take a test ride of everything you shortlist before making a decision.

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Autocar India

•18h

Since you have owned a Pulsar and are attached to it, you could stay within the Bajaj fold and get the newer Pulsar N160. The N160 will be a big step up in terms of ride and handling, refinement and comfort from your old Pulsar 150.On the other hand, Bajaj is preparing to refresh the entire Classic Pulsar (the 125, 150 and 220F) portfolio later this year, and you could wait for some months and get one of these new bikes instead, too. If you want to look outside the Bajaj umbrella, options like the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V and Honda SP160 / Unicorn are worth considering. Take a test ride of these bikes so you can make a more informed purchase.

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Autocar India

•3m

The Harley-Davidson X440 T and Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 - while similiar in displacement - have very different riding experiences. The X440 T is a relaxed roadster with comfortable suspension, neutral rider's triangle and a smooth, torquey air/oil-cooled engine. Its riding experience will be more laidback in comparison to the Guerrilla, although depending on your riding style, that can actually be a good thing. Coming to the Guerrilla 450, this is a properly sporty and fast machine, which will have better performance and handling on a twisty road. However, its suspension can feel a little stiff over bad roads - although it isn't harsh. If you want a more engaging riding experience, the Guerrilla is a better bet. Depending on what sort of rider you are, either of these bikes will serve you well. A test ride of both should help you decide.

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