Top Sport Naked Bikes Launched In 2021: TVS Apache 160 4V, Bajaj Pulsar N250, CFMoto 300 Nk & More!

Here's the definitive list of sport naked bikes that made their debut in 2021

Sport naked bikes are popular for being comfortable and accessible unlike their super sports brethren. And in India, we do have those bikes in abundance. So if you're confused about which bike to consider, let us simplify it for you. 

Entry-level models:

TVS Apache RTR 160 4V - 

TVS recently launched the 2021 iteration of the Apache RTR 160 4V, the price of which starts at Rs 1,15,265 (ex-showroom Delhi). The updates to the RTR 160 4V include a new headlight unit, three riding modes (Urban, Sport, and Rain), SmartXonnect console for the top variant, an adjustable clutch and brake levers, and an exclusive Special Edition variant in matte black with red alloy wheels.

 TVS Apache RTR 165 RP - 

TVS has just expanded its Apache RTR 160 4V portfolio with the launch of the RTR 165 RP that is limited to only 200 units. The RTR 165 RP is priced at Rs 1.45 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi), and it's powered by a 164.9cc single-cylinder air-cooled engine that puts out 19.2PS and 14.2Nm. The limited-edition bike also comes loaded with features like adjustable clutch and brake levers, a slipper clutch, and an exclusive livery with coloured wheels.

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V - 

After updating the RTR 160 4V, TVS also bestowed its elder sibling, the RTR 200 4V, with a new LED headlight. And, yes, that's the only change to the latest iteration of the bike, as otherwise, it remains absolutely the same. The price of the 2022 RTR 200 4V starts at Rs 1,33,840 (ex-showroom Delhi). 

Bajaj Pulsar NS125 - 

In 2021, Bajaj also launched its smallest NS model, the NS125. The design of the NS125 is inspired by its elder sibling, the NS160. However, the bike gets a different colour scheme. The NS125 is powered by a 124.45cc single-cylinder air-cooled 2-valve engine with an electronic carburettor that delivers 11.99PS and 11Nm, which is just 0.19PS and 0.2Nm more than the Pulsar 125. The bike is available in a standard variant and is priced at Rs 99,347 (ex-showroom Delhi). 

Bajaj Pulsar N250 - 

While we just spoke about the smallest Pulsar, Bajaj has also introduced the biggest Pulsar duo this year, the N250 and the F250. The N250 is a street naked version that comes equipped with an LED projector headlight, a semi-digital instrument cluster and a new 250cc single-cylinder air-cooled engine with an oil-cooler that produces 24.5PS and 21.5Nm. The N250 is again available with only a standard variant, and it's priced at Rs 1.38 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). 

CFMoto 300 NK - 

While with the BS6 update most of the bike makers had to up the prices, CFMoto on the other hand has managed to launch the 300NK at the same price as its BS4 model (Rs 2.29 lakh, ex-showroom Delhi). The street naked model features all-LED lights, a TFT instrument cluster, two modes (Rain and Sport), ABS and a tyre hugger. The CFMoto 300 NK is powered by a 292.4cc single-cylinder engine that churns out 27.87PS and 25Nm. 

Mid-displacement models: 

Triumph Trident 660 - 

The Trident 660 is Triumph's most affordable offering, priced at Rs 6.95 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). The Trident 660 is powered by a 660cc inline three-cylinder liquid-cooled engine that makes 81PS and 64Nm. The bike also comes loaded with features such as all-LED lights, a TFT instrument cluster with optional smartphone connectivity, two riding modes (Road and Rain), switchable traction control, a standard dual-channel ABS, assist-and-slipper clutch, bi-directional quick-shifter and Michelin Road 5 tyres. 

Other premium sport naked motorcycles include the Honda CB650R that comes via the CKD route, Tuono 660, the affordable premium offering from Aprilia, Kawasaki Z H2 the supercharged streetfighter the price of which starts at Rs 21.9 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi), the Tuono V4 and the Ducati Streetfighter V4 that are priced quite close to each other, the Ducati Monster that has received both mechanical and cosmetic updates and the Ducati Hypermotard 950 which has now become lighter, faster and feature-loaded.