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PICS: India's MOST STYLISH bikes over Rs 1 lakh

Last updated on: April 30, 2012 15:26 IST

Check out these mean machines that will make heads turn each time you take 'em for a spin!

Indian motorcycling industry has taken a very positive step in recent times, with new machines coming to showrooms. These new motorcycles are not only affordable but quite fast and stylish too. But which among them is the best one?

Let us find out.

PICS: India's MOST STYLISH bikes over Rs 1 lakh

Last updated on: April 30, 2012 15:26 IST
KTM Duke 200

1. The KTM Duke 200

The KTM Duke is undoubtedly the best performance bike on sale in India today.

The big bike butch looks and the attention to detail make it simply outstanding to look at.

PICS: India's MOST STYLISH bikes over Rs 1 lakh

Last updated on: April 30, 2012 15:26 IST
KTM Duke 200

Factor in the 200cc engine which produce 25 BHP and you known instantly the Duke matches its show with the high levels of performance.

Price: Rs. 1.31 lakh (Mumbai).

PICS: India's MOST STYLISH bikes over Rs 1 lakh

Last updated on: April 30, 2012 15:26 IST
Honda CBR250R

2. Honda CBR250R

There is no denying the fact that Honda motorcycles are well known the world over for quality and power.

The CBR250R is no different and offers a good 25 BHP from its 250cc motor.

PICS: India's MOST STYLISH bikes over Rs 1 lakh

Last updated on: April 30, 2012 15:26 IST
Honda CBR250R

But what makes this Honda truly the bike to have is its optional C-ABS system, which takes braking performance to an all new level.

Factor in the mini-VFR looks and the Rs 1.64 lakh (Mumbai) starting price and you instantly have a winner.

PICS: India's MOST STYLISH bikes over Rs 1 lakh

Last updated on: April 30, 2012 15:26 IST
Yamaha R15 Version 2.0

3. Yamaha R15 Version 2.0

Yamaha's R15 Version 2.0 is a stunner and that makes every college goer want one.

The simply outstanding design and razor sharp handling ensure that the R15 is a complete riders delight.

PICS: India's MOST STYLISH bikes over Rs 1 lakh

Last updated on: April 30, 2012 15:26 IST
Yamaha R15 Version 2.0

The 150cc motor produces 17 PS of peak power and 15 Nm of torque, but what is truly astonishing is the brakes and high speed stability.

All this at a price of Rs 1.21 lakh (Mumbai).

PICS: India's MOST STYLISH bikes over Rs 1 lakh

Last updated on: April 30, 2012 15:26 IST
Royal Enfield Classic 500

4. Royal Enfield Classic

Royal Enfield has been making motorcycles since years now but its only until recently that one can say their motorcycles are performance oriented.

Case in point is the Classic 500, which produces an insane 27.2 BHP of power and a crazy 41.3 Nm of torque.

PICS: India's MOST STYLISH bikes over Rs 1 lakh

Last updated on: April 30, 2012 15:26 IST
Royal Enfield Classic

The retro styling and good stability at speed are just added bonus.

The Classic can be yours to keep for Rs 1.50 lakh (Mumbai).

PICS: India's MOST STYLISH bikes over Rs 1 lakh

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Bajaj Pulsar 220

5. Bajaj Pulsar 220

Bajaj's Pulsar 220 might be on its way out but is still on the top 5 of our performance motorcycles list. The reason is quite simple. The Pulsar 220 offers sheer horsepower and value at the same time.

Powered by a 220cc engine which produces close to 21 BHP of power, the Pulsar 220 is fast and loud.

PICS: India's MOST STYLISH bikes over Rs 1 lakh

Last updated on: April 30, 2012 15:26 IST
Bajaj Pulsar 220

It offers back-lit switches, projector headlights and self canceling indicators, something which the rest lack. We only wonder what the Pulsar 200 NS will do, once it goes on sale.a