Best 200cc Bikes: TVS Apache RTR 200, Bajaj Pulsar NS200, Hero XPulse 200 And More

Here’s a list of the best 200cc motorcycles you can buy in India right now

The 200cc two-wheeler segment is a unique one. It caters to those looking for more performance than the sporty 160cc segment without compromising on daily usability or value for money. These are the best 200cc motorcycles you can buy right now: 

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V (Rs 1.24 lakh):

TVS has given the Apache RTR 200 4V a generational update along with a BS6 update. It gets a new LED headlamp and Bluetooth connectivity. Besides fuel injection, its BS6-compliant 197.5cc oil-cooled motor gets Glide Through Tech that prevents the bike from stalling at idling speeds. The updated motor now delivers 20.5PS and 16.8Nm. The Apache RTR 200 4V is a feature-packed motorcycle that offers exceptional value for money. 

Bajaj Pulsar NS 200 (Rs 1.28 lakh):

The Bajaj Pulsar NS200 is a sportier alternative to the Apache RTR 200 4V. While it does not get features like an LED headlamp or a full-digital instrument console, it has a sportier perimeter frame, a 199.5cc liquid-cooled motor that delivers 24.5PS and 18.5Nm, and a six-speed gearbox. It also has a sportier riding position and is a good bet if you are looking for a sporty 200cc motorcycle. 

Bajaj Pulsar RS200 (Rs 1.48 lakh):

If you are on the lookout for a faired 200cc motorcycle, the Pulsar RS200 is a worthy option. It gets twin projector headlamps and clip-on handlebars for a sporty riding position. The RS200 shares its liquid-cooled motor with the Pulsar NS200 and delivers around the same 24.5PS and 18.7Nm. While the underpinnings are the same as the NS200, the RS200 gets a dual-channel gearbox. 

Hero XPulse 200 (Rs 1.15 lakh):

The Hero XPulse 200 is the smallest and most affordable adventure tourer you can buy in India. That does not make it any less capable though. It gets 21-inch front and 18-inch rear wheels with dual-purpose tyres and long-travel suspension. Power comes from a BS6-compliant 199.6cc oil-cooled motor that delivers 18.08PS and 16.45Nm. The XPulse 200 is a good option if you love riding on off-road trails. 

KTM 200 Duke (Rs 1.72 lakh):

KTM recently gave the 200 Duke BS6 a generational update with new bodywork and split trellis frame from the larger 250 Duke. Apart from the new look, the bike has gotten safer thanks to the introduction of dual-channel ABS. It comes with a BS6-compliant 199.5cc motor, which delivers 25PS and 19.3Nm, and a six-speed gearbox. The 250 Duke is the most powerful 200cc motorcycle you can buy and is the one to go for if you crave performance and premiumness and don’t mind the hefty asking price. 

KTM RC 200 (Rs 1.96 lakh):

The KTM RC 200 remains mostly unchanged since its launch mainly because it serves its purpose as an entry-level track day tool exceptionally well. The motorcycle gets sharp bodywork, a committed riding position thanks to the low clip-on handlebars, and rear-set footpegs. It has sharper steering compared to its 200 Duke cousin. It allows the bike to be agile on the racetrack while the 199.5cc liquid-cooled motor helps build up speed quickly. The RC 200 is your best bet if you’re looking for a track bike to hone your riding skills on the racetrack. 

Note: all prices, ex-showroom Delhi.