Here are five of the most affordable litre-class cruisers for the laid-back rider

Here are five of the most affordable litre-class cruiser bikes that you can buy in India today.
Litre-class cruisers bring the visual drama, low-end torque, and relaxed ergonomics that are characteristic of big-bike cruising, but often command a hefty price tag. While there are many premium offerings within this segment, there are a few models that provide the litre-class experience at reasonable prices. These bikes are appealing to riders who want the on-road presence and highway comfort without paying premium prices.
This list focuses on the most accessible litre-class cruiser motorcycles that are available for purchase in India. Whether you're upgrading from a middleweight bike or searching for your first large-displacement machine, these options offer relaxed performance with everyday usability and are worth considering if you're looking for the best bang for your buck.
4 Harley-Davidson Sportster S:
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The Harley-Davidson Sportster S is a brawny cruiser priced at ₹ 16.48 lakh (ex-showroom), and it comes with a distinctive, muscular design with a 1,252 cc liquid-cooled V-twin. Mated to a 6-speed gearbox, the Revolution Max 1250T engine makes 121 bhp at 7,500 rpm and 125 Nm of torque at 6,000 rpm. The motorcycle is underpinned by 43 mm upside-down front forks and a rear monoshock. Braking performance comes from a single disc with a 4-piston calliper at the front and a single rotor with a single piston calliper at the rear.
The Sportster S is equipped with full-LED lighting and a Bluetooth-enabled colour TFT dash that allows for media controls, navigation, and phone alerts. The bike offers a wide range of rider aids, including lean-sensitive traction control, cornering ABS, wheel lift mitigation, and more.
5 BMW R 12:
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The BMW R 12 is a laidback cruiser that comes priced at ₹ 20.10 lakh (ex-showroom), making it the most premium offering on this list. It is powered by a 1,170 cc air/oil-cooled flat-twin boxer engine that makes 93.7 bhp at 6,500 rpm and 110 Nm of max torque at 6,000 rpm. The motor is paired with a 6-speed gearbox and tops out at 203 kmph. The bike features rebound-adjustable 45 mm USD front forks and a paralever swingarm with a preload-adjustable rear monoshock. Riding on a 19-inch front and a 16-inch rear wheel, it is fitted with twin 310 mm discs at the front and a single 265 mm rear disc.
On the feature front, the R 12 cruiser comes equipped with traction control, engine drag torque control, lean-sensitive ABS and TPMS. It has a single-pod analogue instrument cluster and allows for two riding modes.
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First Published Date: 17 Jun 2025, 16:00 PM IST
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