HPCL Presents Times Drive Auto Summit & Awards 2026: Motorcycle of the Year Nominations

Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) presents the Times Drive Auto Summit & Awards 2026, a Times Network initiative, scheduled to take place on May 5, 2026, in New Delhi. The event will bring together industry stakeholders, policymakers and experts to discuss developments shaping mobility in India. The theme for this year’s edition is ‘India’s Mobility Mission 2030: Clean Tech, Smart Manufacturing, Global Vision.’ Alongside the summit discussions, the awards will recognize contributions across multiple segments of the automotive industry.

For the Motorcycle of the Year category, six models have been shortlisted, covering a wide range of segments including commuter, retro, adventure and performance motorcycles. Here is an overview of the nominees:

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The Honda CB125 Hornet is powered by a 123.94cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine compliant with OBD2B norms. It produces 11bhp and 11.2Nm of torque, paired with a 5-speed gearbox. The manufacturer claims a 0–60 kmph acceleration time of 5.4 seconds. In terms of design, it features an all-LED lighting setup, including a twin LED headlamp with DRLs, high-mounted indicators and a split seat layout. Additional features include multi-spoke alloy wheels and a USB Type-C charging port. The motorcycle was launched at an ex-showroom priced tag of Rs 1.12 lakh.

The KTM 390 Adventure is powered by a 399cc, single-cylinder engine producing 46bhp and 39Nm of torque. The engine is paired with a 6-speed gearbox and features a bidirectional quickshifter. The motorcycle was launched at an ex-showroom price tag of Rs 3.67 lakh (ex-showroom).

The Hero Glamour X 125 is powered by a 124.7cc air-cooled engine producing 11.4bhp and 10.5Nm of torque, paired with a 5-speed transmission. It is offered in two variants: drum brake (Rs 89,999) and disc brake (Rs 99,999), both ex-showroom.

The Yamaha XSR 155 is powered by a 155cc liquid-cooled engine producing 18.1bhp and 14.2Nm of torque. It is paired with a 6-speed gearbox and features an assist and slipper clutch. The motorcycle is also compatible with E20 fuel. It was launched at an ex-showroom price tag of Rs 1.50 lakh (ex-showroom).

The TVS Apache RTX is powered by a 299cc liquid-cooled engine producing 34.5bhp and 28.5Nm of torque. It is paired with a 6-speed gearbox with a quickshifter. The motorcycle features upside-down front forks, a rear monoshock, dual disc brakes with dual-channel ABS and switchable rear ABS. It also offers multiple ride modes and a TFT display for rider information. The motorcycle was launched at ex-showroom price tag of Rs 1.99 lakh (ex-showroom).

The Harley-Davidson X 440 T continues with a 440cc single-cylinder, air/oil-cooled engine producing 26.3bhp and 38Nm of torque, paired with a 6-speed gearbox. The updated version introduces ride-by-wire technology and offers two riding modes: Road and Rain. It also features switchable traction control, switchable rear ABS and a Panic Braking Alert system that activates rapid indicator flashing during sudden deceleration. The motorcycle was launched at ex-showroom price tag of Rs 2.79 lakh (ex-showroom).