Bajaj Auto, one of South Asia's biggest two‑wheeler manufacturers, has set out a long‑term plan to expand its electric range, including its first electric motorcycle targeted for launch by 2028, according to the company's announcement.
Bajaj's upcoming electric motorcycle
Bajaj says development of its first electric motorcycle is underway and moving quickly, with commercial launch planned by around 2028. According to the announcement, initial sales are expected to start in international markets. The product will then be rolled out to other countries over time.
For Nepali buyers, that points to Bajaj joining the brands offering electric bikes here later in the decade, adding an EV option alongside its popular Pulsar and commuter line‑up.
Single EV portfolio across scooters, three‑wheelers and bikes
Bajaj already sells electric scooters and three‑wheelers in select markets. The company now plans to develop electric scooters, electric three‑wheelers, e‑rickshaws and electric motorcycles under a single, unified EV portfolio so it can share technology, batteries and components across different body types.
This strategy is expected to support: - More consistent performance and features across Bajaj EVs - Easier servicing and parts availability once these models reach Nepal - Potentially more competitive pricing due to shared platforms
Policy push: why 2028 matters
Bajaj has tied its electric motorcycle plan to policy changes in India. Under Delhi's Electric Vehicle Policy 2026, registration of new petrol and CNG two‑wheelers is proposed to be banned from 1 April 2028, according to the company. That date gives manufacturers a clear timeline to have credible electric alternatives ready.
For Nepal, local rules are different, but Indian policy often shapes product roadmaps and availability. Bajaj's EV focus is likely to help Nepali buyers over time through a wider choice of electric two‑wheelers.
Production capacity to rise by about 20%
To meet demand for current and future electric scooters and the planned electric motorcycle, Bajaj has announced it will increase EV production capacity by around 20%.
- The first 10% expansion is targeted to be completed within the next 3–4 months.
- The remaining capacity increase is planned by around the first quarter of 2028.
Higher capacity should help Bajaj supply both Indian and export markets more reliably. That matters for countries like Nepal that depend on steady imports.
Pulsar petrol bikes to keep growing
Even as Bajaj speeds up its EV plans, the company is not moving away from petrol motorcycles. It has indicated it will strengthen its conventional bike portfolio, with new Pulsar models between 125cc and 160cc planned for launch in the coming months, according to the announcement.
Bajaj reports that demand for motorcycles above 125cc is growing at nearly double the average market growth rate, making this segment a focus area. For Nepali buyers, that points to more choice in mid‑capacity Pulsar models alongside future electric options.
What it means for Nepali riders
For now, Bajaj's plan is a medium‑term roadmap, not an immediate product launch in Nepal. Key points for local buyers are:
- First Bajaj electric motorcycle: targeted around 2028 (international launch first)
- EV portfolio to cover scooters, three‑wheelers, e‑rickshaws and bikes under one strategy
- EV production capacity to rise by about 20%, supporting exports to markets like Nepal
- New 125–160cc Pulsar petrol models expected soon, as demand for bigger bikes grows
As other brands move into electric two‑wheelers, Bajaj's entry into the e‑motorcycle segment is likely to intensify competition in Nepal's future electric bike market, which could benefit buyers through more choice and better value.
Reported by the Nepal AutoMart news desk. Prices verified against Nepal AutoMart's own distributor-sourced data.
