Even with economic pressure, the motorbike market keeps expanding. Despite rising fuel costs and higher living expenses, demand hasn’t dipped. In fact, bikes remain among the most affordable and practical ways to travel.
Month after month, ikman is the country’s largest classifieds platform, mirroring real-time buyer and seller behavior. September 2025 data highlights what riders are searching for, which brands lead, and where listings are most active. Whether you plan to buy or sell, these insights will help you decide faster—and smarter.
📊 Market Snapshot: What’s Driving the Listings?
In September, a total of 19,800 motorbike ads were active on ikman.
Meanwhile, category splits reveal how buyers are browsing:
- 🔵 Used bikes: 12,720 ads
- 🟠 New bikes: 7,000 ads
- 🟡 Reconditioned bikes: 80 ads
🏆 Motorbike Brands: Who’s Leading the Market?
Brand activity shows trusted leaders alongside rising niche players.
Top Brands by Listings
- Bajaj – 5,831 ads
- TVS – 5,661 ads
- Honda – 2,813 ads
- Hero – 1,612 ads
- Yamaha – 1,523 ads
- Suzuki – 329 ads
- Demak – 255 ads
- Ranmoto – 169 ads
Other Brands on the Rise
Moreover, several names continue to gain traction: Mahindra (68), KTM (67), and Yadea (44). In addition, electric and international entries—such as Hero Electric, Super Soco, Ather, Vespa, Ducati, and BMW—appeared in smaller volumes, yet they signal growing interest.
🗺️ City-Wise Listings: Where Are Bikes Being Sold?
Colombo leads with the highest number of listings; however, activity is widespread across many districts.
Top Districts
- Colombo – 6,550 ads
- Gampaha – 3,350 ads
- Kalutara – 1,450 ads
- Kurunegala – 1,330 ads
- Kandy – 860 ads
- Galle – 580 ads
- Anuradhapura – 500 ads
💡 What This Means for Sellers
Competition remains highest in Colombo and Gampaha. Nevertheless, Kurunegala, Jaffna, and Ampara are emerging as promising markets with growing buyer interest and relatively less competition. As a result, well-priced bikes can move faster in these districts.
Pro Tips for Buyers & Sellers
To boost visibility and conversions, consider the following:
- Add 5–7 clear images showing multiple angles.
- Highlight essentials such as mileage, service history, and recent upgrades.
- Use strong keywords—for example, “Japanese,” “scooter,” or “fuel efficient”—in your ad title to increase reach.
The September 2025 motorbike market shows strong, steady demand with 19,800 active ads. Bajaj and TVS continue to dominate brand listings, while Colombo and Gampaha lead by district. For buyers, used bikes still provide the best value. For sellers, opportunities are expanding beyond Colombo, offering quicker sales in growing districts.
Explore thousands of motorbike listings today on ikman Motorbikes.
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