A biker will tell you that engine size counts, and for good reason. We cannot disregard the characteristics that make a two-wheeler “good” and presume that a motorbike is a motorcycle. With their enormous power plants, some of the popular motorcycles can reduce a five-hour ride to a thirty-minute thrill rush.
There are many different types of bikes, and choosing one in a world full of incredible alternatives relies on several things. One consideration is the riding you plan to do, such as cruiser, adventure, or sports, and the seat height. One thing will always remain the same, no matter what you decide: displacement. You still need to choose the engine capacity whether you want an adventure, sports, or cruiser bike.
10 Largest Displacement Motorcycles in India
1. Triumph Rocket 3
Engine Capacity – 2458 CC
The Triumph Rocket 3 cruiser is the first motorcycle on the list. The largest displacement motorcycle ever manufactured is Triumph’s Rocket 3. The 2458cc BS6 engine that powers the Triumph Rocket 3 produces 221 Nm of torque and 165 horsepower. Triumph Rocket 3 has anti-locking brakes with disc brakes on both the front and back wheels. The weight of this Rocket 3 bike is 304 kg, and it features an 18-liter gasoline tank.
| DISPLACEMENT | 2458 cc |
| MAX POWER | 165 bhp @6000 rpm |
| MAX TORQUE | 221 Nm @4000 rpm |
| TOP SPEED | 220+ kmph |
| TRANSMISSION | 6 Speed Manual |
| FUEL TANK CAPACITY | 18L |
| PRICE (IN RS.) | 22,70,132/- |
2. Indian Chief Dark Horse
Engine Capacity – 1890 CC
Indian Motorcycles has declared that the new Chief series would be available in our market. The new Chief Dark Horse is included in the range. This is our list of bikes with the second-highest engine capacity. The most recent version of the motorbike is powered by an Indian motorcycle Thunder Stroke engine and is constructed around a steel-tube frame. The 1,890cc twin-cylinder, air-cooled engine that complies with BS6 has a peak torque output of 162 Nm at 3,200 rpm when it is connected to a six-speed gearbox. The new model’s motor also has a rear cylinder deactivation feature.
| DISPLACEMENT | 1890 cc |
| MAX POWER | – |
| MAX TORQUE | 162 Nm @3200 rpm |
| TOP SPEED | 185 kmph |
| TRANSMISSION | 6 Speed Manual |
| FUEL TANK CAPACITY | 15.1L |
| PRICE (IN RS.) | 22,70,132/- |
3. Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special
Engine Capacity – 1868 CC
The touring lineup from Harley-Davidson includes the Road Glide Special. It has every convenience needed to transport the rider around the world in the utmost luxury and with a little fun.
With an output of 158 Nm and 92.5 horsepower, the 1868cc BS6 engine powers the Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special. The Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special has disc brakes on the front and rear and an anti-locking braking system.
| DISPLACEMENT | 1868 cc |
| MAX POWER | 92.5 bhp @5250 rpm |
| MAX TORQUE | 158 Nm @3250 rpm |
| TOP SPEED | 177 kmph |
| TRANSMISSION | 6 Speed Manual |
| FUEL TANK CAPACITY | 22.7L |
| PRICE (IN RS.) | 45,39,563/- |
4. Honda Goldwing Tour
Engine Capacity – 1833 CC
The bike with the third highest engine capacity is the Honda Goldwing Tour. In India, the Goldwing Tour starts at Rs. 43,96,236. The 1833cc BS6 engine, which powers the Honda Goldwing Tour, produces 170 Nm of torque and 124.7 horsepower. The Honda Goldwing Tour features an anti-locking braking system in addition to disc brakes on the front and rear. The weight of this Goldwing Tour cycle is 390 kg, and its fuel tank holds 21.1 liters.
| DISPLACEMENT | 1833 cc |
| MAX POWER | 124.7 bhp @5500 rpm |
| MAX TORQUE | 170 Nm @4500 rpm |
| TOP SPEED | 230 kmph |
| TRANSMISSION | 7 Speed Automatic |
| FUEL TANK CAPACITY | 21.1L |
| PRICE (IN RS.) | 43,96,236/- |
5. BMW R18
Engine Capacity – 1802 CC
Even if the concept of a BMW cruiser is still an aberration, the brand-new, air-cooled, boxer-twin-powered R18 was unveiled in 2020 as BMW’s answer to a Harley-style US cruiser. In terms of capacity, style, and quality, it was undoubtedly a viable option.
The 1802cc BS6 engine that powers the BMW R18 produces 158 Nm of torque and 89.84 horsepower. The BMW R18 has disc brakes on both the front and rear ends and an anti-locking braking system. This R18 bike has a 16-liter gasoline tank and weighs 345 kg.
| DISPLACEMENT | 1802 cc |
| MAX POWER | 89.84 bhp @4750 rpm |
| MAX TORQUE | 158 Nm @3000 rpm |
| TOP SPEED | 180 kmph |
| TRANSMISSION | 6 Speed Manual |
| FUEL TANK CAPACITY | 16L |
| PRICE (IN RS.) | 22,36,801/- |
6. BMW K1600
Engine Capacity – 1649 CC
BMW’s touring motorbike lineup starts with the K1600. Three versions are available: B, GTL, and Grand America. An oil-cooled 1,649 cc six-cylinder engine powers the BMW K1600. It is coupled to a six-speed gearbox and generates 160 horsepower and 180 Nm. The K1600 boasts a number of features, such as a phone charging port, a 10.25-inch TFT dashboard, riding modes, tire pressure management, heated seats, and heated grips.
| DISPLACEMENT | 1649 cc |
| MAX POWER | 158 bhp @6750 rpm |
| MAX TORQUE | 180 Nm @5250 rpm |
| TOP SPEED | 200 kmph |
| TRANSMISSION | 6 Speed Manual |
| FUEL TANK CAPACITY | 26.5L |
| PRICE (IN RS.) | 33,47,864/- |
7. Suzuki Hayabusa
Engine Capacity – 1340 CC
The 1340cc BS6 engine that powers the Suzuki Hayabusa produces 142 Nm of torque and 190 horsepower. Suzuki Hayabusa has an anti-locking braking system with disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels. This Hayabusa bike has a 20-liter gasoline tank and weighs 266 lbs.
| DISPLACEMENT | 1340 cc |
| MAX POWER | 190 bhp @9700 rpm |
| MAX TORQUE | 142 Nm @7000 rpm |
| TOP SPEED | 300 kmph |
| TRANSMISSION | 6 Speed Manual |
| FUEL TANK CAPACITY | 20L |
| PRICE (IN RS.) | 18,88,664/- |
8. BMW R 1250 RT
Engine Capacity – 1254 CC
The 1254cc BS6 engine, which powers the BMW R 1250 RT, produces 143 Nm of torque and 134.1 horsepower. The BMW R 1250 RT has anti-locking brakes with disc brakes on the front and rear. The weight of this R 1250 RT bike is 279 kg, and it features a 25-liter fuel tank.
| DISPLACEMENT | 1254 cc |
| MAX POWER | 134.1 bhp @7750 rpm |
| MAX TORQUE | 143 Nm @6250 rpm |
| TOP SPEED | 200 kmph |
| TRANSMISSION | 6 Speed Manual |
| FUEL TANK CAPACITY | 25L |
| PRICE (IN RS.) | 27,99,971/- |
9. Triumph Tiger 1200
Engine Capacity – 1160 CC
The BMW 1250 GS and the Ducati Multistrada V4 are the rivals of the newly introduced Tiger 1200 in India, which comes in four different versions. The 1160cc BS6 engine that powers the Triumph Tiger 1200 produces 130 Nm of torque and 148 horsepower. Triumph Tiger 1200 has anti-locking brakes with disc brakes on both the front and back wheels. The weight of this Tiger 1200 bike is 245 kg, and its fuel tank holds 20 liters.
| DISPLACEMENT | 1160 cc |
| MAX POWER | 148 bhp @9000 rpm |
| MAX TORQUE | 130 Nm @7000 rpm |
| TOP SPEED | 220 kmph |
| TRANSMISSION | 6 Speed Manual |
| FUEL TANK CAPACITY | 20L |
| PRICE (IN RS.) | 21,80,136/- |
10. Ducati Multistrada V4
Engine Capacity – 1158 CC
With an 1158cc BS6 engine producing 167.62 bhp and 125 Nm of torque, the Ducati Multistrada V4 is capable of powerful performance. With disc brakes on the front and rear, the Ducati Multistrada V4 has an anti-locking braking system. The weight of this Multistrada V4 bike is 240 kg, and it has a 22-liter fuel tank.
| DISPLACEMENT | 1158 cc |
| MAX POWER | 167.62 bhp @10500 rpm |
| MAX TORQUE | 125 Nm @8750 rpm |
| TOP SPEED | 180 kmph |
| TRANSMISSION | 6 Speed Manual |
| FUEL TANK CAPACITY | 22L |
| PRICE (IN RS.) | 24,14,432/- |
