New Delhi, Aug. 5 -- Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India has overtaken Hero MotoCorp to claim the top spot in the Indian two-wheeler market, ending Hero's long-standing run as market leader. Hero, which sold 4,99,693 units as recently as May 2025, lost over 1.6 lakh units in just two months. This shift reflects how fast the competition in the two-wheeler market can change.

Honda's rise in the Indian motorcycle and scooter market has been steady over the past few months. In July 2025, the brand posted a 19.94% jump in sales compared to June 2025, when it sold 3,88,812 units. On a year-on-year basis, Honda's July 2025 sales were up by 6.20% compared to July 2024, when it dispatched 4,39,118 units. This growth shows how Honda is steadily stren...