Two Wheelers Retail Sales Report of July 2026
India’s two-wheeler industry continued its impressive growth trajectory in July 2026, with strong retail demand across motorcycles, scooters, and electric two-wheelers. According to Vahan registration data, the country recorded 14,62,497 retail registrations during the month, highlighting the continued importance of two-wheelers as India’s preferred mode of personal transportation.
Improving rural demand, stable urban commuting needs, better financing options, and growing consumer confidence contributed to another healthy month for the industry. The approaching festive season also encouraged many buyers to purchase new vehicles ahead of the traditional surge in demand.
Top Two-Wheeler Retail Sales – July 2026
The following table presents the leading two-wheeler manufacturers based on retail registrations during July 2026.
| Rank | Manufacturer | Retail Sales (Units) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India | 3,83,179 |
| 2 | Hero MotoCorp | 3,53,816 |
| 3 | TVS Motor Company | 3,00,508 |
| 4 | Bajaj Auto | 1,45,152 |
| 5 | Suzuki Motorcycle India | 80,442 |
| 6 | Royal Enfield | 76,261 |
| 7 | Yamaha India | 53,496 |
| 8 | Ola Electric | 28,372 |
| 9 | Ather Energy | 17,691 |
| 10 | Greaves Electric Mobility (Ampere) | 6,488 |
These figures reflect the strong performance of both traditional manufacturers and emerging electric vehicle brands in India’s rapidly evolving two-wheeler market.
Honda Continues to Lead the Market
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India retained the top position by registering 3,83,179 retail sales during July 2026.
The company’s success was driven primarily by the continued popularity of the Activa scooter, along with strong demand for motorcycles such as the Shine, Unicorn, and SP125. Honda’s reputation for reliability, fuel efficiency, and an extensive service network continues to attract customers across both urban and rural markets.
Hero MotoCorp Remains a Strong Challenger
Hero MotoCorp secured the second position with 3,53,816 retail registrations.
The company continued to dominate several rural and semi-urban markets through its dependable commuter motorcycles, including the Splendor Plus, HF Deluxe, Passion Plus, and Xtreme series. Hero’s strong dealer network and affordable maintenance costs remain key strengths.
TVS Motor Sustains Impressive Growth
TVS Motor Company recorded 3,00,508 retail registrations, comfortably retaining the third position.
Popular products such as the Jupiter scooter, Raider commuter motorcycle, Apache sports motorcycle, and Ntorq scooter continued witnessing healthy demand. TVS has also strengthened its position in the electric mobility segment through the iQube electric scooter.
Bajaj Auto Maintains Fourth Position
Bajaj Auto reported 1,45,152 retail registrations during July 2026.
The Pulsar series remained the company’s biggest contributor, while commuter motorcycles such as Platina and CT continued attracting mileage-conscious buyers. Bajaj also continued expanding its presence in the premium motorcycle and electric vehicle segments.
Suzuki and Royal Enfield Continue Their Growth
Suzuki Motorcycle India registered 80,442 retail sales, supported largely by the popularity of the Access 125 scooter, Burgman Street, and Gixxer motorcycle range.
Royal Enfield recorded 76,261 retail registrations, maintaining its leadership in India’s premium mid-size motorcycle segment. Models such as the Classic 350, Bullet 350, Meteor 350, Hunter 350, Himalayan, and Super Meteor continued attracting enthusiasts across the country.
Yamaha and Electric Vehicle Brands Gain Momentum
Yamaha India registered 53,496 retail sales, driven by demand for models such as the RayZR, Fascino, MT-15, R15, and FZ series.
Among electric two-wheeler manufacturers, Ola Electric recorded 28,372 registrations, while Ather Energy registered 17,691 units. Ampere by Greaves Electric Mobility added 6,488 registrations, reflecting the continued expansion of India’s electric mobility ecosystem.
Motorcycles and Scooters Continue to Dominate
Motorcycles remained the preferred choice for customers in rural and semi-urban regions due to their affordability, excellent fuel efficiency, and suitability for daily commuting.
Scooters continued witnessing strong demand in metropolitan cities, with buyers preferring automatic transmission, ease of riding, and low maintenance. Family-oriented scooters remained particularly popular among urban commuters.
Electric Two-Wheelers Continue Expanding
Electric two-wheelers continued strengthening their presence during July 2026. Rising fuel prices over the long term, lower operating costs, improving battery technology, expanding charging infrastructure, and supportive government policies have encouraged more consumers to consider electric mobility.
Although petrol-powered vehicles still account for the majority of sales, the EV segment continues to grow steadily each month.
Key Factors Driving July Sales
Several factors contributed to the industry’s healthy performance during July. Better monsoon conditions supported rural purchasing power, while attractive financing schemes and exchange offers encouraged first-time buyers.
Manufacturers also introduced updated models featuring digital instrument clusters, smartphone connectivity, LED lighting, improved fuel efficiency, and enhanced safety features. These technological improvements have significantly increased consumer interest in new vehicles.
Outlook for the Coming Months
The outlook for India’s two-wheeler industry remains highly positive. The upcoming festive season is expected to generate higher demand, with manufacturers likely to introduce attractive promotional offers and new product launches.
Commuter motorcycles, premium motorcycles, scooters, and electric two-wheelers are all expected to contribute to future growth. Rising incomes, infrastructure development, and increasing consumer confidence should continue supporting the industry’s expansion.
Conclusion
The Two Wheelers Retail Sales Report of July 2026 highlights another strong month for India’s largest automobile segment. According to Vahan data, total two-wheeler retail registrations reached 14,62,497 units during July 2026, reflecting robust demand across motorcycles, scooters, and electric two-wheelers.
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India retained its leadership with 3,83,179 retail registrations, followed by Hero MotoCorp with 3,53,816 units and TVS Motor Company with 3,00,508 units. Bajaj Auto, Suzuki Motorcycle India, and Royal Enfield also recorded healthy performances, while electric vehicle manufacturers such as Ola Electric and Ather Energy continued expanding their market presence.
With improving consumer confidence, stronger rural demand, growing urban mobility needs, and increasing adoption of electric vehicles, India’s two-wheeler market remains on a strong growth path. As the festive season approaches, the industry is well-positioned to achieve even higher retail sales in the coming months.
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