Just when you thought the festive fireworks had faded, India’s two-wheeler market lit up again in November 2025, with dispatches roaring past expectations and exports hitting record highs. Hero MotoCorp stormed back to the top spot after a one-month dip, underscoring a resilient industry that’s shrugging off economic headwinds with double-digit growth across the board.
The two-wheeler sales November 2025, Hero MotoCorp sales, and Honda two-wheeler sales have dominated auto headlines, as manufacturers like TVS and Suzuki posted blockbuster gains while Bajaj played it steady. Overall, the sector clocked robust year-on-year (YoY) increases, fueled by post-festive demand, rural recovery, and a global appetite for affordable Indian iron horses. Total dispatches from the top players topped 23 lakh units, a healthy uptick from last year, with exports alone surging over 30% in many cases. This momentum comes hot on the heels of October’s festive frenzy, where volumes had already climbed 4-5% month-on-month (MoM), per industry trackers.
Hero MotoCorp, the undisputed volume king, reclaimed its throne with a blistering 31% YoY jump to 6,04,490 units—up from 4,59,805 in November 2024. Domestic sales powered 94% of that total at 5,70,520 units, while exports exploded 70% to 33,970 units, driven by hits like the Hunk in Latin America and Hunter in Africa. Scooters chipped in 65,362 units (think Splendor and Passion siblings), but motorcycles dominated at 5,39,128—proving commuters still rule the roost.
Hot on Hero’s tail, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) held a close second with 5,91,136 units, a solid 25% YoY rise. The Activa scooter’s stranglehold on urban fleets shone through, with domestic volumes at 5,33,645 units and exports leaping to 57,491—a 15%+ gain that signals growing overseas love for Honda’s reliable 110-125cc lineup. For the April-November FY26 stretch, HMSI’s cumulative sales hit 42,32,748 units, blending 38,12,096 domestic and 4,20,652 exports—cementing its scooter supremacy amid whispers of an electric Activa refresh.
TVS Motor Company stole the show with a 30% YoY surge to 5,19,508 total units, including a 27% two-wheeler-specific bump to 4,97,841. Motorcycles roared 34% higher to 2,42,222 units (Apache and Raider leading), while scooters like Jupiter and Ntorq grew 27% to 2,10,222. Domestic dispatches climbed 20% to 3,65,608, but the real fireworks were in exports: a record 1,32,233 units, up 52% and fueled by EV traction in Africa and Southeast Asia. TVS’s iQube electric scooter even nipped at Ola’s heels in urban sales.
Bajaj Auto bucked the blockbuster trend with a modest 3% YoY gain to 3,79,714 two-wheeler units, leaning hard on its export muscle. Domestic sales dipped slightly to 2,02,510 (down 1% YoY, 24% MoM), hit by softer commuter demand for Pulsar and Platina. But exports saved the day at 1,77,204 units (up 8%), with strong showings in Latin America and the Middle East. Bajaj’s Chetak EV topped October charts and carried momentum into November, hinting at greener horizons.
Suzuki Motorcycle India punched above its weight with 1,22,300 units—a whopping 30% YoY leap. Domestic sales rose 23% to 96,360 (Access 125 and Burgman Street shining), while exports rocketed 62% to 25,940, thanks to the Gixxer and Hayabusa’s global pull. This marked Suzuki’s best November yet, blending scooter volume with sportbike flair.
Rounding out the pack, Royal Enfield kept its premium groove alive with 1,00,670 units, up 22% YoY from 82,257. Domestic demand for the 350cc duo (Classic and Meteor) swelled 25% to 90,405, while exports ticked up to 10,265. At EICMA 2025, RE unveiled teasers like the Bullet 650 and Himalayan Mana Black Edition, whetting appetites for 2026’s big reveals.
To visualize the rankings at a glance:
| Manufacturer | Total Sales (Units) | YoY Growth (%) | Domestic Sales (Units) | Exports (Units) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hero MotoCorp | 6,04,490 | +31 | 5,70,520 | 33,970 |
| Honda (HMSI) | 5,91,136 | +25 | 5,33,645 | 57,491 |
| TVS Motor | 5,19,508 | +30 | 3,65,608 | 1,32,233 |
| Bajaj Auto | 3,79,714 | +3 | 2,02,510 | 1,77,204 |
| Suzuki | 1,22,300 | +30 | 96,360 | 25,940 |
| Royal Enfield | 1,00,670 | +22 | 90,405 | 10,265 |
Industry watchers like SIAM (Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers) hail this as a “post-festive phoenix,” with rural sentiment and wedding-season buys offsetting urban slowdowns. Exports, now 20-25% of totals for most, are the unsung hero—Latin America and Africa gobbling up entry-level commuters amid global supply crunches. EVs added sparkle: TVS’s iQube and Bajaj’s Chetak posted 40%+ gains, per VAHAN data, as subsidies and infra upgrades kick in.
For U.S. enthusiasts eyeing imports or Indian diaspora riders, this signals affordability on the horizon—Hero and Bajaj’s export focus could mean cheaper Splendors stateside via grey markets. Economically, it’s a GDP booster: Two-wheelers employ 20 million and contribute 7% to manufacturing, with November’s surge easing inflation pressures on steel and rubber. Lifestyle nod? Commuter kings like Hero’s Xtreme keep city traffic humming, while RE’s retro charm fuels weekend escapes from Mumbai to the Ghats.
As December dawns with wedding peaks ahead, expect another volume vault—perhaps EVs stealing more share. Hero’s back on top, but the race stays wide open.
In summing up, November 2025’s two-wheeler sales painted a picture of broad-based strength, with Hero’s 6-lakh milestone leading a pack where exports outpaced domestics for several brands. Looking ahead, festive hangovers could mellow into steady 5-7% MoM growth through Q4, but EV mandates and global trade winds will shape the FY26 finish line—watch for Honda’s scooter salvo and TVS’s export edge to shake things up.
Sam Michael
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