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One segment of motorcycles that is gaining popularity in India is the neo-retro motorcycle segment. Today, we have a number of options in this segment. However, bikemakers in India are gearing up for the launch of a number of more neo-retro motorcycles in the country. So, without any delay, here are the details of the upcoming neo-retro motorcycles in India.

Honda has already unveiled the CB500 in India as part of its new motorcycle portfolio. The neo-retro roadster takes its design inspiration from motorcycles such as the CB350 and larger CB750 and is expected to be positioned above the CB350 in Honda’s line-up. The motorcycle gets a conventional retro design with a round LED headlamp, LED turn indicators, a large teardrop-shaped fuel tank, and metal mudguards.

It also gets telescopic front forks, twin rear shock absorbers, and disc brakes at both ends. Power comes from an all-new 501cc single-cylinder, oil-cooled engine. It will be capable of producing 27 PS and 43.3 Nm of torque. The motorcycle will be manufactured in India, and it is expected to launch soon.

The Honda Rebel 300 will be a very different motorcycle when compared to the CB500. It will feature a low-slung bobber-style design with a teardrop-shaped fuel tank, round LED headlamp, circular TFT instrument cluster, two-piece seat, and short exhaust. The motorcycle will come powered by a 286cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine.

This motor will be capable of producing 30 PS and 27.5 Nm of torque. Honda is expected to offer both standard and E-Clutch versions. The latter will allow riders to shift gears without manually operating the clutch lever. The Rebel 300 is expected to be localised for India and could launch soon.

The Honda Rebel 500 is another upcoming motorcycle that will use the same basic bobber formula. However, it will be offered with a larger engine. The motorcycle was previously sold in India as a CBU model and is now expected to return with around 50 per cent localised components. It will come powered by a 471cc parallel-twin engine, which will make 46 PS and 43.3 Nm of torque. It will come paired with a six-speed gearbox. The Rebel 500 is also expected to come available with Honda’s E-Clutch technology.

Triumph is also working on a smaller Bonneville model for the Indian market. The motorcycle has been spotted testing several times. It is expected to compete with motorcycles such as the Honda CB350 and Royal Enfield Classic 350. Unlike the Speed 400, the Bonneville 400 is expected to feature a more traditional design.

This motorcycle will boast a chunky fuel tank, wide handlebars, a large round instrument cluster, a round LED headlamp, and clear-lens LED indicators. We will also see chrome-finished elements. The motorcycle is expected to offer a 349cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected engine. It will be capable of making 29 PS and 32 Nm of torque.

The Chennai-based bikemaker, Royal Enfield, is also getting ready to give a major update to its popular Interceptor. The new motorcycle is expected to be called the Interceptor 750. The overall neo-retro roadster design is expected to remain familiar. However, it will get a number of mechanical and equipment upgrades. These are expected to include dual front disc brakes, an updated instrument cluster, and improved safety features.

The biggest change will be the engine. The Interceptor 750 is expected to feature a new 750cc parallel-twin engine. This engine will be a heavily revised version of the existing 648cc motor. It is expected to produce around 55 bhp and 65 Nm of torque.

Following the launch of the Interceptor, Royal Enfield is also preparing to launch the next-generation Continental GT with the larger 750cc engine. The motorcycle will retain its iconic café racer styling. However, it will receive a number of the same upgrades as the Interceptor 750.

These are expected to include dual front disc brakes, an updated instrument cluster, and additional modern safety features. Power will come from the same 750cc parallel-twin engine. It is expected to produce around 55 bhp and 65 Nm of torque. This should give the Continental GT a performance boost.

Harley-Davidson is also expected to introduce the Sprint in India in 2026. The motorcycle was announced around a year ago and is expected to feature a traditional low-slung cruiser design based on the company’s existing styling language. Harley-Davidson has not officially revealed the technical specifications yet.

However, the Sprint is expected to use the same 440cc single-cylinder engine seen in the Harley-Davidson X440. This engine produces around 27 bhp and 38 Nm of torque. If Harley-Davidson carries over this engine, the Sprint could become a more traditional cruiser, which will be positioned alongside the X440.