India Two-Wheeler Registrations Rise 12.9% In April 2026: JATO

India’s two-wheeler market recorded registrations of around 1.92 million units in April 2026, marking a 12.9% year-on-year increase, according to data released by JATO Dynamics India. On a month-on-month basis, however, registrations declined by 2.3% compared to March 2026, reflecting the typical slowdown following the financial year-end rush.

JATO said the April performance indicates continued retail demand across both urban and rural markets despite the moderation in volumes after FY26 closed. The market entered FY27 on what the firm described as a “stable footing”, aided by improving consumer sentiment, steady financing availability and better product supply.

Commenting on the data, Ravi Bhatia, President, JATO Dynamics India – Global Automotive Intelligence, said, “April’s two-wheeler numbers reflect a mature and predictable market. The marginal month-on-month decline is seasonal and expected. The year-on-year growth, on a higher base, is the real story – and it remains firmly intact.”

Hero, Honda Continue To Lead

Hero MotoCorp remained the largest two-wheeler maker by registrations in April with over 5.52 lakh units, while Honda followed with more than 4.72 lakh units. TVS Motor posted year-on-year growth of over 18%, and Yamaha also reported higher registrations during the month. Suzuki, meanwhile, saw a marginal decline.

At the model level, Hero Splendor Plus continued to be the country’s highest-registered two-wheeler. Honda Activa retained its lead in the scooter segment, followed by TVS Jupiter, while Bajaj Pulsar remained the top-selling sporty commuter motorcycle.

Motorcycles Dominate Segment Mix

Motorcycles accounted for close to 59% of total registrations in April, while scooters contributed around 30%. Electric scooters made up nearly 9% of registrations, reflecting continued growth in EV adoption across the segment.

JATO noted that mopeds, big bikes and electric motorcycles continued to remain niche categories with comparatively lower volumes.

Delhi Tops City Registrations

Among cities, Delhi emerged as the largest two-wheeler market in April, followed by Bengaluru and Pune. Chennai and Mumbai also featured among the leading markets despite traffic and cost pressures in urban centres.

At the state level, Uttar Pradesh led registrations, followed by Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu and Bihar, highlighting demand across northern, western and southern regions of the country.