September 2026 Sees 10.77% Growth in 350-500cc Motorcycle Sales
Sales in the 350-500cc motorcycle segment reached 139,262 units in September 2026, with Royal Enfield leading the market.
Royal Enfield accounted for 84.14% of total sales in the segment.
Honda CB350 showed the highest growth rate at 55.85%.
Overall sales increased by 10.77% compared to September 2025.
In September 2026, sales of motorcycles in the 350-500cc category surged to 139,262 units, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 10.77%. Royal Enfield maintained its dominance in this segment, securing the top four positions in sales. This increase of 13,535 units from 125,727 units sold in September 2025 was largely driven by popular models such as the Classic 350 and Hunter 350.
Royal Enfield's impressive performance saw it sell 117,179 units, which is an 8.16% increase compared to the previous year, giving it an 84.14% share of the segment. The combined sales of competitors like Bajaj, KTM, Husqvarna, and Triumph totaled 9,761 units, marking a significant 23.56% increase, while Honda closely followed with 9,552 units, achieving the most substantial growth in this group at 55.85%. In contrast, Hero and Harley-Davidson reported a decline, with total sales of 2,357 units, down 17.50%.
The Royal Enfield Classic 350 led the sales chart with 47,286 units sold, up 16.90% from the previous year. The Bullet 350 and Hunter 350 followed with 28,529 and 25,692 units sold, respectively. However, the Meteor 350 experienced a decline of 25.38%, with sales dropping to 10,772 units. The Honda CB350 completed the top five with a notable growth of 55.85%, selling 9,552 units.
The overall market dynamics indicate a mixed performance among various models. While Royal Enfield's Himalayan saw a decline of 23.10%, the Bajaj Pulsar 350/400 recorded an impressive growth of 88.96%. Month-on-month, the segment's sales rose by 5.56%, with the Classic 350 contributing significantly to this increase.
Looking ahead, the motorcycle market is expected to continue evolving, with manufacturers likely to introduce new models and enhancements to capture consumer interest. The upcoming months will be crucial for assessing how these trends impact sales as competition intensifies in the 350-500cc segment.
