Motorcycles are the most used vehicle in Nepal. They are not only used as commuter essentials but also for travelling a long distance and nowadays as a medium for earning as well.
There are big companies like Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki and Bajaj competing in the two-wheeler market in Nepal. We have already provided the list of most fuel-efficient bikes in Nepal, which can be very handy for the commuter segment. But, those bikes may not look so stylish and have enough power if you want to travel a long way. So, if you want some style and power, we bring you the list of best motorbikes you can purchase for less than Rs 300,000 in Nepal.
8. Hero Splendor iSmart 110
Starting our list is Hero Splendor iSmart 110 that comes with a 109.15 cc refined engine, generating the maximum power of 8.98bhp @ 7500 rpm. The bike is lightweight and has an elegant design that is perfect for the heavy traffics and narrow roads of Nepal. This is Hero’s first bike with i3S technology, which helps the bike to be more fuel-efficient and smart than its competitors. Other features in this bike include sports graphics, an always-on headlamp and tubeless tyres. Upon purchase, the company provides 30% off on engine oil, 7% on spare parts and five years’ warranty.
Specifications
| Engine type | Air-cooled, four-stroke two-valve single-cylinder OHC |
| Dimensions | Length: 2,015mm Width: 770mm Height: 1,055mm Ground clearance: 165mm |
| Displacement | 109.15cc |
| Gearbox | Four-speed |
| Max power | 8.98 BHP @ 7500 rpm |
| Max torque | 9 Nm @ 5500 rpm |
| Top speed | 92 kmph |
| Mileage | 61 kmpl |
| Fuel tank capacity | 8.5 litres |
| Tyre size | Front tyre: 80/100-18 – Drum Rear tyre: 80/100-18 – Drum |
| Braking system | Integrated brake system (IBS) |
| Kerb weight | 115 kg |
| Available colours | Red, black-silver, black-red, black-blue |
The price of Hero Splendor iSmart 110 is Rs 183,500.
7. Honda CB Shine
Honda CB Shine is one of the bestselling bikes in Nepal. It is also one of the most popular fuel-efficient bikes in Nepal. This is the best fuel-efficient bike in this category. Compared to competitors, Honda Shine is an excellent commuter, packing in good styling and decent performance. This vehicle packs an automatic headlamp, trendy front visor, modern and stylish graphics, tubeless tyres and a chrome finish muffler. It also has a five-step adjustable suspension making it a comfortable ride in all the pitch conditions.
Specifications
| Engine type | Air-cooled, Single-cylinder, four-stroke, SI engine |
| Dimensions | Length: 2,012mm Width: 762mm Height: 1,090mm Ground clearance: 157mm |
| Displacement | 124.7 cc |
| Gearbox | Four-speed |
| Max power | 10.57 bhp @ 7500 rpm |
| Max torque | 10.30 Nm @ 5500 rpm |
| Top speed | 93 kmph |
| Mileage | 65 kmpl |
| Fuel tank capacity | 10.5 litres |
| Tyre size | Front tyre: 80/100-18 – Drum (Disc optional) Rear tyre: 80/100-18 – Drum |
| Braking system | Standard braking |
| Kerb weight | 123 kg |
| Available colours | Black, brown, grey, blue, red, rebel red, white |
The price of Honda CB Shine is Rs 225,900.
6. Hero Xtreme 200R
The only 200cc bike in this category, Hero Xtreme is also the most powerful bike with a max torque up to 17.1Nm@ 6500 rpm. The Xtreme 200R features all-new chassis and a new rear sub-frame for balanced and smoother power delivery. It also includes a seven-step adjustable rear Mono-shock suspension. The bike gets disc brakes at both ends and also a single-channel ABS unit as standard fit, becoming the only bike in this segment to have ABS as a standard safety feature. At this price point, Hero Xtreme 200R is the most affordable bike in the 200 cc segment.
Specifications
| Engine type | Air-cooled, single-cylinder, four-stroke, two-valve, OHC |
| Dimensions | Length: 2,062mm Width: 778mm Height: 1,072mm Ground clearance: 165mm |
| Displacement | 199.6cc |
| Gearbox | Five-speed |
| Max power | 18.4 PS @ 8000 rpm |
| Max torque | 17.1 Nm @ 6500 rpm |
| Top speed | 115 kmph |
| Mileage | 42.75 kmpl |
| Fuel tank capacity | 12.5 litres |
| Tyre size | Front tyre: 100/80-17 – Disc Rear tyre: 130/70-R17 – Disc |
| Braking system | Single-channel ABS |
| Kerb weight | 148 kg |
| Available colours | Red, silver, blue |
The price for Hero Xtreme 200R in Nepal is Rs 295,500.
5. TVS Apache RTR 160 4V
One of the best bikes in the category, TVS Apache RTR 160 4V generates a max power of 16.62PS at 8000 rpm and a max torque of 14.8 Nm at 6500 rpm. It uses a combination of oil-cooling and air-assist cooling. Apache RTR 160 features a race-theme refined engine, excellent comfort, and best-in-segment performance. The bike gets its outlook and most of its features from its older sibling, Apache RTR 200. The bike is pretty fast and can go from 0-60 km in just 4.2 seconds. Along with the speed, the handling of the bike is also pretty comfortable and the bike has very good suspensions that make riding comfortable in every pitch condition.
Specifications
| Engine type | Oil-cooled with air assist,SI, four-stroke, four-valve |
| Dimensions | Length: 2,035mm Width: 790mm Height: 1,050mm Ground clearance: 180mm |
| Displacement | 159.7 cc |
| Gearbox | Five-speed |
| Max torque | 16.62 PS @ 8000 rpm |
| Max power | 14.8 Nm @ 6500 rpm |
| Top speed | 114 kmph |
| Mileage | 40 kmpl |
| Fuel tank capacity | 12 litres |
| Tyre size | Front tyre: 90/90-17 – Disc Rear tyre: 130/70-R17 – Disc |
| Braking system | Standard |
| Kerb weight | 147 kg |
| Available colours | Racing red, racing blue and racing Black |
The price for TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is Rs 294,900.
4. Honda CB Unicorn 160
Honda CB Unicorn is one of the most loved bikes in Nepal. Honda CB Unicorn 160 comes with simplicity but gives an adequate performance to match up with the competitors. It has comfortable riding dynamics and the riding posture is upright. It has a classic always on the headlamp, an aerodynamic AHO front visor and an elegant muffler. Other features include a maintenance-free battery, Honda eco-technology and tubeless tyres.
Specifications
| Engine type | Air-cooled, single-cylinder, four-stroke, SI engine (Carburetor) |
| Dimensions | Length: 2,045mm Width: 757mm Height: 1,062mm Ground clearance: 150mm |
| Displacement | 162.71 cc |
| Gearbox | Four-speed |
| Max power | 14.01 PS @ 8000 rpm |
| Max torque | 13.95 Nm @ 6000 rpm |
| Top speed | 106 kmph |
| Mileage | 62 kmpl |
| Fuel tank capacity | 12 litres |
| Tyre size | Front tyre: 80/100-17 – Disc Rear tyre: 110/80-17 – Drum |
| Braking system | Standard |
| Kerb weight | 134 kg |
| Available colours | Metallic, red, grey, black, blue, white |
The price for Honda CB Unicorn 160 is Rs 274,900.
3. Bajaj Pulsar NS 160 ABS
Bajaj Pulsar is the most popular bike in Nepal. It is a naked sports bike as the NS here represents the same. It has got an aggressive muscular styling which made the bike popular in both the Indian and Nepali markets. It has got its looks from the popular NS 200. Not only the appearance, but the bike also has a powerful twin-spark DTS-i Fi engine. To match up that power, the bike is safeguarded by the best in class ABS braking, making the braking possible over any surface. The bike also has wider tubeless tyres and alloy wheels along with Nitrox mono suspension, making the handling very comfortable on any surface. Not only stylish, but the new Pulsar is also powerful and ultra-safe as well.
Specifications
| Engine type | Oil-cooled, four-stroke, SOHC four-valve, twin spark DTS-i engine |
| Dimension | Length: 2,012mm Width: 803.5mm Height: 1,060mm Ground clearance: 168 mm |
| Displacement | 160.3 cc |
| Gearbox | Five-speed |
| Max power | 15.5 PS @ 8500 rpm |
| Max torque | 14.6 Nm @ 6500 rpm |
| Top speed | 118 kmph |
| Mileage | 40 kmpl |
| Fuel tank capacity | 12 litre |
| Tyre sizes | Front tyre: 90/90-17 – Disc Rear tyre: 120/80-17 – Disc |
| Braking system | Single-channel ABS |
| Kerb weight | 156 kg |
| Available colours | Grey, mirage white, and wild red |
The price for Bajaj Pulsar NS 160 ABS is Rs 303,900.
2. Suzuki Gixxer
One of the best selling bikes in India as well as in Nepal, Suzuki Gixxer’s design has been derived from its older sibling GSXR. This naked bike is one of the best in its class, both in performance and in looks. Powered by a 154.9cc single-cylinder engine, it has a max power of 14.6 PS and a peak torque of 14Nm. Along with good mileage, this bike also gives the rider the needed power and comfort for long rides. The acceleration of the bike is pretty amazing for a 150cc. Other features include a maintenance-free battery, trip metre, engine kill switch, tubeless tyres, and gear indicators.
Specifications
| Engine type | Single-cylinder, air-cooled, carburetor engine |
| Dimension | Length: 2,050mm Width: 785mm Height: 1,030mm Ground clearance: 160mm |
| Displacement | 154.9cc |
| Gearbox | Five-peed |
| Max power | 14.6 PS @ 8000 rpm |
| Max torque | 14 Nm @ 6000 rpm |
| Top speed | 115 Kmph |
| Mileage | 40-45 kmpl |
| Fuel tank capacity | 12 litres |
| Tyre size | Front tyre: 100/80-17 – Disc Rear tyre: 140/60-17 – Disc |
| Braking system | Single-channel ABS |
| Kerb weight | 135 kg |
| Available colours | Black, red, and blue |
The price for Suzuki Gixxer 2018 is Rs 283,900.
1. Yamaha FZ-FI V2.0
Yamaha has always been one of the most trusted motorcycle brands in the country. The FZ version 2.0 is the second generation of the FZ series. Powered by a single-cylinder 149cc FI engine, it can generate a max power of 13.2 BHP at 8000 rpm and a max torque of 12.8Nm at 6000 rpm. It is also one of the most fuel-efficient bikes in this category and is a perfect one for the cities of Nepal. Not only it is a good commuter bike, but it also provides good performance for long trips. Yamaha FZ FI v2.0 is a good choice for anybody looking to transition over to the FI engine without going over the budget. Other features in this bike include its sporty graphics, fuel-injection engine, split seats, radial tyres and digital instrument metre.
Specifications
| Engine type | Air-cooled, single-cylinder, four-stroke, Two-valve SOH |
| Dimension | Length: 1,990mm Width: 770mm Height: 1,050mm Ground clearance: 160mm |
| Displacement | 149 cc |
| Gearbox | Five-Speed |
| Max power | 13.2 bhp @ 8000 rpm |
| Max torque | 12.8 Nm @ 6000 rpm |
| Top speed | 110 kmph |
| Mileage | 50 kmpl |
| Fuel tank capacity | 12.8 liters |
| Tyre sizes | Front tyre: 100/80-17 – Disc Rear tyre: 140/60-17 – Drum |
| Braking system | Normal |
| Kerb weight | 133 kg |
| Available colours | Blue and black |
The price for Yamaha FZ-FI V2.0 is Rs 284,900.
