Consumer appetite across India's two-wheeler market expanded significantly through September 2026, driven by aggressive retail demand for automatic scooters. The monthly tally revealed robust momentum across both internal combustion commuters and newer battery-powered options. A single household name commanded more than three and a half lakh dispatches on its own, setting the pace for an exceptionally busy festive prelude across dealerships nationwide.
Honda Activa Dominates the Top of the Charts
Honda Activa secured the undisputed leadership position for the month by dispatching 3,52,271 units, representing an annual expansion of 48.19% compared to the identical period a year earlier. Built around a durable metal structure, the commuter relies on a 109.51 cc PGM-FI engine configured to output 7.99 PS of power alongside 9.05 Nm of peak torque. Convenience equipment includes keyless ignition via the Smart Key system, a silent starter utilizing ACG technology, and an LED headlight setup. Rider safety is anchored by an integrated combi-braking arrangement and an automatic ignition cutoff tied to the deployment of the side stand.
Family Commuters Hold Steady Behind the Leader
TVS Jupiter retained the second spot on the podium after recording deliveries of 1,54,725 units, which translates into an 8.87% year-on-year increase. Tailored specifically for household utility, the vehicle provides an elongated seating bench complemented by 33 liters of dedicated under-seat cargo volume. Propulsion originates from a 113.3 cc air-cooled powerplant producing 8.02 PS and 9.8 Nm of torque. Technological highlights comprise the proprietary iGO Assist function, paired with a fully digital screen capable of showing turn-by-turn routing instructions, hazard notification lamps, and a synchronized braking mechanism.
Occupying third place, Suzuki Access 125 reached 71,928 buyers during the month. Combining classic retro lines with bright chrome highlights, it packages 24.4 liters of storage volume beneath the saddle. At its core is a 124 cc SEP engine that generates 8.42 PS and 10.2 Nm of pulling force. The equipment list features a Bluetooth-compatible digital dashboard, an external fuel intake portal, a charging socket for handheld electronics, front disc braking hardware, and combined brake balance.
Electric Mobility Gains Pace with iQube and Chetak
Within the zero-emission category, TVS iQube clinched fourth place overall with 45,320 unit deliveries, demonstrating an impressive year-on-year rise of 47.05%. Retaining an understated and conventional silhouette, the vehicle employs a 4.4 kW brushless DC hub assembly coupled with an energy storage pack reaching up to 3.5 kWh, enabling a travel radius of up to 145 km per charging cycle. Cockpit functions include a 5-inch color display, reversing assistance, perimeter tracking, and regenerative deceleration backed by thermal battery monitoring.
Bajaj Chetak followed closely in the electric race, achieving 42,394 dispatches to register a 38.73% annualized gain. The retro-styled sheet metal body houses a 4 kW electric motor and a 3.2 kWh battery cluster capable of exceeding 125 km on a complete recharge. Keyless starting, a digital instrumentation dial, combined stopping mechanics, and automatic hill-hold functionality form the primary feature package for urban commutes.
Hero Destini 125 Posts the Highest Growth Surge
Hero Destini 125 generated the sharpest yearly turnaround among established offerings, soaring 92.33% to record 41,839 units. The revised iteration incorporates streamlined body panels with subtle copper decorative elements. Output from its 124.6 cc motor is rated at 9.1 bhp along with 10.4 Nm of torque. Fuel conservation is assisted through the patented i3S stop-start mechanism, working alongside an integrated braking layout and a dedicated mobile power connection.
Sporty Styling Finds Traction in Ntorq 125 and Dio
The youth-focused TVS Ntorq 125 posted 37,955 customer deliveries, capturing a 14.16% annual uptick. Drawing inspiration from stealth aircraft geometry, its mechanical package is built around a 124.8 cc three-valve race-tuned fuel-injected engine producing 9.38 PS, which escalates to 10.2 PS in the specialized Race XP trim, both delivering 10.5 Nm of torque. Riders access a lap timer, distinct engine maps, voice navigation prompts, and a petal front brake disc.
Concluding the elite tally, Honda Dio accounted for 29,160 units, advancing by 22.37% over the prior year. Known for sharp body panels and aggressive stance, it runs on the familiar 109.51 cc fuel-injected motor that outputs 7.85 PS and 9.03 Nm. The scooter carries tubeless tires, fully digital readouts, a remote fuel lid, and the Smart Key ecosystem.
