Google’s Top 10 Trending Bikes Of 2018 In India

These are the top trending bikes of 2018 according to Google and there are some popular names missing!

2018 has been another great year for Indian bikers and manufacturers. India is now the largest two-wheeler market in the world and it’s no wonder that manufacturers have been setting new sales record regularly. This has also led two-wheeler brands to concentrate on introducing new products in a bid to increase their profits. Adding to the euphoria around two-wheelers was the fact that the Auto Expo was also held earlier this year. With new products flooding the market and internet reach spreading to the hinterlands, more Indians are searching for automotive content online. Google has released a list of the top trending bikes of 2018 and as was the case last year, there are some surprises and interesting takeaways.

1. Jawa

Going by the hits registered on Zigwheels, it’s no surprise that the Jawa was the most trending motorcycle of 2018. The iconic brand was resurrected from the dead by Mahindra-owned Classic Legends earlier this year. Given the nostalgia associated with the Jawa name, Indian two-wheeler enthusiasts can’t seem to get enough of the brand. So far, the company has only been accepting bookings through its online store, and this could be part of the reason why it’s been trending on Google.

We will be riding the new Jawa range this week and will be posting our first impressions on Friday. So make sure you follow our social media accounts for the latest news, updates and more on Jawa.

2. TVS Apache

Although Google hasn’t specified which of the models from TVS’ Apache range was the most trending bikes if 2018, we think it could be the new Apache RTR 160 4V and the Apache RTR 200 4V Race Edition. The latter is on of the most well-rounded affordable motorcycle we’ve tested in a long time. In our opinion, it’s the best 160cc motorcycle that you can buy currently.

TVS also updated the RTR 200 4V with an optional dual-channel ABS. Called the Race Edition 2.0, this bike is currently the second most affordable bike that’s equipped with a dual-channel ABS. Starting 1 April, 2019, all two-wheelers that sport engines above 125cc will be required to be equipped with ABS as standard.

3. Suzuki Intruder

We would be lying if we said that we were expecting the Suzuki Intruder to make it on this list. Yes, it was the top trending two-wheeler of 2017. But given the average sales, we thought the curiosity around the cruiser might have waned over time. However, it seems that Indian two-wheeler buyers are still googling the bike. This strengthens the fact that Indians love their cruisers more than any other type of bike in the market. The Suzuki Intruder and the Hero XPulse 200 are the only motorcycles from the last year’s list to make it to the list of top trending bikes of 2018.

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