Bajaj Two-Wheeler Sales May 2026: Chetak, Pulsar 160/200 NS & Premium Bikes Drive Growth

Bajaj Auto registered 2,09,528 units in May 2026, compared to 1,91,412 units in May 2025, recording a 9% year-on-year growth. On a month-on-month basis, volumes were almost flat as Bajaj sold 2,10,063 units in April 2026, translating into a marginal decline of around 0.3%.

The May 2026 performance highlights Bajaj’s evolving product mix. While the commuter motorcycle segment remained under pressure, the company saw strong momentum in electric mobility through Chetak, along with healthy growth in the Pulsar 160/200 NS, Pulsar 220, KTM 200/250, Avenger 220, and Triumph-linked premium models.

Bajaj Model-Wise Sales May 2026

Model	May 2026	May 2025	YoY Growth	April 2026	MoM Growth
Pulsar 125 cc	62,280	78,988	-21%	71,350	-13%
Chetak Electric	38,376	25,540	50%	34,304	12%
Pulsar 160 + 200 NS	36,658	22,372	64%	36,198	1%
Platina	26,467	27,919	-5%	24,737	7%
Pulsar 150 cc	13,336	15,937	-16%	11,992	11%
Triumph 350	4,348	0	-	3,965	10%
KTM Duke 250 cc	3,598	2,236	61%	3,958	-9%
KTM Duke 200 cc	3,305	2,071	60%	2,775	19%
CT 100 cc	3,074	3,608	-15%	3,711	-17%
Duke 350	1,653	0	-	696	138%
Avenger 220 cc	1,572	395	298%	1,756	-10%
Pulsar 350	1,523	0	-	997	53%
Yulu Ver 3.0x	850	250	240%	500	70%
Dominar 350	703	0	-	818	-14%
Freedom	550	1,037	-47%	644	-15%
Dominar 250	386	402	-4%	416	-7%
KTM Duke 390 cc	247	1,039	-76%	633	-61%
Triumph 400	129	3,030	-96%	110	17%
Husqvarna	0	40	-100%	9	-100%
Total	2,09,528	1,91,412	9%	2,10,063	0%

Bajaj’s total domestic dispatches stood at 2.10 lakh units in May 2026. The overall growth was led primarily by the electric scooter portfolio and select performance motorcycles.

• The Bajaj Chetak Electric continued to be one of the biggest volume drivers for the brand. It registered 38,376 units in May 2026, up from 25,540 units in May 2025, marking a strong 50% YoY growth. Compared to April 2026, Chetak volumes increased by 12%, indicating sustained demand in the electric scooter space.

• The Pulsar 125 remained Bajaj’s highest-selling motorcycle with 62,280 units, though it declined 21% YoY from 78,988 units in May 2025. It also fell 13% MoM, suggesting some softness in the entry-performance motorcycle category.

• The Pulsar 160 + 200 NS range delivered an impressive performance with 36,658 units, growing 64% YoYfrom 22,372 units. This shows rising preference for sportier and more premium commuter motorcycles in Bajaj’s portfolio.

• Chetak’s 50% YoY growth underlines Bajaj’s strong positioning in the electric two-wheeler market. With 38,376 units, it emerged as Bajaj’s second-largest contributor after Pulsar 125.The model also grew 12% over April 2026, showing that demand remained healthy despite rising competition from TVS iQube, Ather Rizta, Ola, and other EV players.

• Bajaj also reported 850 units of the Yulu Ver 3.0x, up sharply from 250 units last year. While volumes remain small, the model registered a 240% YoY growth and 70% MoM growth, indicating increased traction in the shared mobility and fleet-oriented EV space.

• The Pulsar 125 cc sold 62,280 units, down 21% YoY and 13% MoM. Despite the decline, it remained Bajaj’s largest-volume model.

• The Pulsar 150 cc posted 13,336 units, declining 16% YoY, but improving 11% MoM over April 2026.

• The Pulsar 160 + 200 NS registered 36,658 units, up 64% YoY, while the Pulsar 220 cc saw a massive 140% YoY growth with 10,473 units sold in May 2026.

• The newer Pulsar 350 contributed 1,523 units, growing 53% MoM from April 2026.

• The Pulsar NS400zreported zero dispatches in May 2026 compared to 499 units in May 2025.

• The Platina sold 26,467 units, down 5% YoY, although it improved 7% MoM over April 2026.

• The CT 100 ccregistered 3,074 units, declining 15% YoY and 17% MoM.

• The Freedom motorcycle also declined sharply, with sales of just 550 units in May 2026 compared to 1,037 units last year. This translated into a 47% YoY decline and 15% MoM decline.

• The KTM Duke 200 cc sold 3,305 units, growing 60% YoY and 19% MoM.

• The KTM Duke 250 cc recorded 3,598 units, up 61% YoY, though it declined 9% MoM.

• The Duke 350 contributed 1,653 units, showing a strong 138% MoM growth from April 2026. The Triumph 350registered 4,348 units, while the Triumph 400 fell sharply to just 129 units, down 96% YoY.

• The Avenger 220 cc was another strong performer with 1,572 units, up 298% YoY, though it declined 10% MoM.

Bajaj Auto posted 2,09,528 units in May 2026, growing 9% YoY, led by Chetak Electric and higher-capacity Pulsar models.

Conclusion

Bajaj Auto’s May 2026 performance was steady, with 9% YoY growth and flat MoM movement. The biggest positive was the continued rise of Chetak Electric, which has now become one of Bajaj’s most important volume pillars.

The Pulsar 160/200 NS, Pulsar 220, KTM Duke 200/250, and Triumph 350 added strength to the premium motorcycle side of the portfolio. However, weakness in Pulsar 125, CT 100, Freedom, and some 390/400 cc models restricted overall growth.

Overall, Bajaj’s May 2026 sales indicate a clear shift: the brand’s growth is increasingly being powered by EVs and premium motorcycles, while the entry-level commuter segment remains under pressure.