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West Asia war cools entry bike demand as Bajaj Auto growth plunges to single digits
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Published on 8 May 2026
A war thousands of miles away shifts Indian buyers toward e scooters
The West Asia conflict is denting demand for entry-level motorcycles in India, with Bajaj Auto expecting growth to fall sharply from over 20% to about 7-9%. At the same time, electric scooters are accelerating as fuel prices and rising commodity costs push consumers toward EVs. Bajaj Auto’s Chetak sales are surging, signaling a tougher road ahead for petrol bikes.
- West Asia war pressures entry-level motorcycle demand in India
- Bajaj Auto growth outlook drops from 20% plus to 7-9%
- Electric scooters gain ground as buyers react to fuel and costs
- Chetak sales strength points to faster EV adoption
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