Royal Enfield Himalayan
One of the most affordable touring motorcycles in India, Royal Enfield The Himalayan is equipped with a luggage carrier at the rear as well as multiple mounts. Priced at Rs 2,14,501 to Rs 2,22,141 (both prices ex-showroom), the bike gets telescopic suspension up front, monoshock at the rear and half-duplex split cradle frame. In terms of features, the Royal Enfield Himalayan uses an analog instrument console and a digital tripper display pod. The Royal Enfield app built with Google Maps provides real-time directions. The motorcycle is powered by a 411cc air-cooled engine that generates power of 24.3 PS @ 6,500 rpm and torque of 32 Nm @ 4,000-4,500 rpm.
Bajaj avenger 220 cruise
The Bajaj Avenger 220 Cruise is an entry-level cruising bike with a starting price of Rs 1,37,805 (ex-showroom, Delhi). With a cruiser design and low-slung seats, the Bajaj Avenger 220 Cruise uses a 220cc oil-cooled DTS-i fuel-injected engine that churns out a power output of 19 PS. Bajaj claims that the Avenger 220 Cruise gives a mileage of 40 kmpl. Single channel ABS with front disc brake provides protection for long journeys. Some of the highlights of the bike include a tall windshield, low seat, wide handlebars and further set footpegs.
KTM 390 Adventure
Available at a starting price of Rs 3,31,671 (ex-showroom), the KTM 390 Adventure is ideal for those who love to go on long journeys. The adventure bike gets a lightweight trellis frame as well as a detachable trellis subframe for the luggage or pillar rider. Using a 373cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke engine, the touring bike produces 43 hp of peak power and 37 Nm of peak torque. Electronic components include riding mode, traction control, cornering ABS and quickshifter+.
Royal Enfield Interceptor 650
With a vintage design, the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 is a retro roadster with flat bench seats, pinstripes, minimal side panels and a classic fuel tank. The Interceptor 650 is powered by a 648cc oil-cooled SOHC 4-stroke parallel-twin engine that churns out 47 hp @ 7,150 rpm and 52 Nm @ 5,250 rpm. The RE Interceptor 650 gets dual-channel ABS for the safety of the rider. Also, the motorcycle can be customized using Royal Enfield’s app. Interceptor 650 price ranges from Rs 2.86 Lakh to Rs 3.15 Lakh (both prices ex-showroom, Delhi). The Interceptor might be the weirdest on this list as it is not technically an adventure touring motorcycle, however, considering its performance and comfort, it can very well cover long distances.
Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT
The Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT is a mid-weight adventure touring motorcycle that is powered by a 645cc engine that produces 71 hp of peak power and 62 Nm of peak torque. Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT gives mileage of 26.46 kmpl and is available at a price of Rs 7.46 Lakh (ex-showroom).