In short, air/oil cooling eliminates the need for coolant changes and leaks/problems. Still, it also results in lower top-end power and more regular valve maintenance. Nonetheless, despite the advantages and disadvantages, certainly, the number of motorcycles that are air-cooled (or air/oil-cooled) will decrease with time. The list below includes “large” or “decent-sized” air-cooled motorcycles you may purchase brand-new.
Best Air-Cooled Engine Bikes In India
1. Moto Guzzi V85 TT
The Moto Guzzi V85 TT, which complies with BS6, has entered the Indian market. The revised model is powered by an 853cc, 90-degree V-twin engine that complies with BS6 standards and produces 82Nm of maximum torque at 5,000 rpm and 75bhp of maximum power at 7,500 rpm. The manufacturer of two-wheelers asserts that the motor produces more torque at low and medium speeds. In India, the Moto Guzzi V85 TT street bike has a starting price of Rs. 15,40,000. There is only 1 variant and 4 colors offered.
SPECIFICATIONS
| ENGINE | 853cc |
| POWER | 75.08 bhp @7,500 rpm |
| TORQUE | 82 Nm @5,000 rpm |
| TRANSMISSION | 6 Speed Manual |
| TOP SPEED | 165 Kmph |
| COOLING SYSTEM | Air-cooled |
| FUEL TANK CAPACITY | 23L |
2. Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled
The starting price of the bike, the Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled, is Rs. 12,59,000 in India. There is only 1 variation and 2 colors offered. The 803cc BS6 engine that powers the Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled produces 71.87 horsepower and 66.2 Nm of torque. The Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled has anti-locking brakes with both front and rear disc brakes.
SPECIFICATIONS
| ENGINE | 803cc |
| POWER | 71.87 bhp @8,250 rpm |
| TORQUE | 66.2 Nm @5,750 rpm |
| TRANSMISSION | 6 Speed Manual |
| TOP SPEED | 299 Kmph |
| COOLING SYSTEM | Air-cooled |
| FUEL TANK CAPACITY | 13.5L |
3. Ducati Scrambler Nightshift
The introduction of the Nightshift model of the Scrambler by Ducati India has expanded its product line. The revised Scrambler model has a stealthy appearance thanks to “Aviator Grey” paint. The starting price of the Ducati Scrambler Nightshift in India is Rs. 11,69,000 for a motorcycle.
There is only 1 variant and 1color offered.
SPECIFICATIONS
| ENGINE | 803cc |
| POWER | 71.87 bhp @8,250 rpm |
| TORQUE | 66.2 Nm @5,750 rpm |
| TRANSMISSION | 6 Speed Manual |
| TOP SPEED | 299 Kmph |
| COOLING SYSTEM | Air-cooled |
| FUEL TANK CAPACITY | 13.5L |
4. Royal Enfield Himalayan
The Royal Enfield Himalayan adventure bike has a starting price of Rs. 2,15,869 in India. It comes in 6 variations and 8 colors.
A 411cc air/oil-cooled, BS6 engine that produces 24.3bhp at 6,500 rpm and 32Nm at 4,500 rpm powers the Royal Enfield Himalayan. A five-speed gearbox is linked to the engine. You may store fifteen liters of fuel in the ADV’s fuel tank with a 199 kg weight limit. Both ends of the Himalayan have disc brakes, and dual-channel ABS is a standard safety net component.
SPECIFICATIONS
| ENGINE | 411cc |
| POWER | 24.3 bhp @6,500 rpm |
| TORQUE | 32 Nm @4,500 rpm |
| TRANSMISSION | 5 Speed Manual |
| TOP SPEED | 120 Kmph |
| COOLING SYSTEM | Air-cooled |
| FUEL TANK CAPACITY | 15L |
5. Harley Davidson Iron 883
A Harley Davidson Iron 883 cruiser bike may be purchased in India for as little as Rs. 11,97,109. There is only one variant and three colors offered. The Iron 883 maintains the Sportster ethos and features a clean, uncluttered look. The manufacturer’s name is boldly displayed on the designed peanut-shaped tank. Chrome is used sparingly, with the exhaust, frame, and wheels all blacked out. The front-biased riding position enhances the Iron 883’s athletic demeanor. The instrument cluster has an LCD that indicates the gear position, revs, and other information. Scrolling through the menu on display is made easier by a switch.
SPECIFICATIONS
| ENGINE | 883cc |
| POWER | 50.9 bhp @6,000 rpm |
| TORQUE | 68 Nm @4,750 rpm |
| TRANSMISSION | 5 Speed Manual |
| TOP SPEED | 170 Kmph |
| COOLING SYSTEM | Air cooled |
| FUEL TANK CAPACITY | 12.5L |
6. Indian Chief Dark Horse
A cruiser bike called the Indian Chief Dark Horse has a starting price of Rs. 20,20,000 in India. There is only one variant and three colors offered. The motorcycle’s most recent design features a steel-tube frame and an Indian Motorcycle Thunderstroke engine. The 1,890cc twin-cylinder, air-cooled engine, which complies with BS6, is mated to a six-speed transmission and has a maximum torque output of 162Nm at 3,200 rpm. The new model’s motor also has a rear cylinder deactivation feature.
SPECIFICATIONS
| ENGINE | 1890cc |
| POWER | – |
| TORQUE | 162 Nm @3,200rpm |
| TRANSMISSION | 6 Speed Manual |
| TOP SPEED | 185 Kmph |
| COOLING SYSTEM | Air cooled |
| FUEL TANK CAPACITY | 15.1L |
7. Harley Davidson Forty-Eight
The starting price for a Harley Davidson Forty-Eight cruiser bike in India is Rs. 13,51,149. There is only one variant and three colors offered. The circular headlamp at the front, the 7.9-liter fuel tank, the rider-only saddle, the twin exhaust, and the twin exhaust canisters all remain stylistic.
The motorcycle’s braking system consists of single discs with dual-piston calipers on each wheel, while the safety net comprises dual-channel ABS. 49mm forks at the front and an Emulsion shock with a screw pre-load adjuster at the back handle the suspension duties.
SPECIFICATIONS
| ENGINE | 1202cc |
| POWER | 65.7 bhp @6,000 rpm |
| TORQUE | 96 Nm @3,500rpm |
| TRANSMISSION | 5 Speed Manual |
| TOP SPEED | 177 Kmph |
| COOLING SYSTEM | Air cooled |
| FUEL TANK CAPACITY | 7.9L |
8. Benelli Imperiale 400
The starting price for the cruiser bike Benelli Imperiale 400 in India is Rs. 2,34,886.
There is only one variant and three colors offered. The Benelli Imperiale 400 has undergone mechanical improvements to conform with the most recent pollution regulations.
SPECIFICATIONS
| ENGINE | 374cc |
| POWER | 20.7 bhp @6,000 rpm |
| TORQUE | 29 Nm @3,500rpm |
| TRANSMISSION | 5 Speed Manual |
| TOP SPEED | 115 Kmph |
| COOLING SYSTEM | Air cooled |
| FUEL TANK CAPACITY | 12L |
9. Indian Super Chief Limited
The starting price of the cruiser bike Indian Super Chief Limited in India is Rs. 22,82,155. There is only one variant and three colors offered. Among the motorcycle’s features are a 15.1-liter petrol tank, a bobbed rear fender, twin exhausts, LED lighting, keyless ignition, and Pirelli Night Dragon tyres. The electronic package includes three riding modes, ABS and cruise control (sport, standard, and tour). The motorcycle’s suspension system consists of 46mm forks up front and two outboard preload-adjustable rear shocks in the back.
SPECIFICATIONS
| ENGINE | 1890cc |
| POWER | – |
| TORQUE | 162 Nm @3,200rpm |
| TRANSMISSION | 6 Speed Manual |
| TOP SPEED | 185 Kmph |
| COOLING SYSTEM | Air cooled |
| FUEL TANK CAPACITY | 15.1L |
10. Royal Enfield Bullet 350
The Royal Enfield Bullet 350 cruiser bike starts at Rs. 1,50,893 in India. The top variant has 3 configurations and 6 colors, with a starting price of Rs. 1,66,044. The gas tank is the only colorful component of the Bullet 350 X trims’ all-black appearance. The side panels, fenders, rims, motors, turn indicators, and battery covers have all been blacked out in the most current iterations. The renowned Bullet has evolved over the years but has never forgotten its origins as an antique cruiser.
SPECIFICATIONS
| ENGINE | 346cc |
| POWER | 19.1 bhp @5,250 rpm |
| TORQUE | 28 Nm @4,000rpm |
| TRANSMISSION | 5 Speed Manual |
| TOP SPEED | 110 Kmph |
| COOLING SYSTEM | Air Cooled |
| FUEL TANK CAPACITY | 13.5L |
