TL;DR
Indian motorcycle exports reached a record 4.3 million units in 2025, a 27% increase from 2024, driven by global demand and strong manufacturing capabilities.
Calendar year 2025 proved to be a robust period for India-built motorcycles, with exports reaching their highest-ever annual volume. Shipments increased by 27% compared to 2024, hitting a new post-pandemic peak of 4.3 million units.
This significant growth is attributed to India's competitive manufacturing capabilities, a well-established global distribution network, and healthy demand from various emerging markets. Leading players like Bajaj Auto and TVS Motor contributed to this surge through stronger penetration into overseas markets and an expanding export portfolio. Latin America, particularly Colombia and Brazil, and Africa, with Nigeria as a key destination, were significant contributors to the export performance.