There’s no shortage of new motorcycles coming out of India these days, and not just from Indian manufacturers. Global players are also flooding the market, hoping to cash in on the world’s biggest two-wheeler scene. From budget commuters to capable ADVs, it feels like there’s a new launch or update almost every week.
And for good reason. India’s not only a massive market in terms of volume, it’s also increasingly becoming the launchpad for global success. I mean, just look at how many bikes are now developed with both Indian and international buyers in mind.
Which brings us to Classic Legends. If you’re not familiar, they’re the folks responsible for reviving iconic names like Jawa and Yezdi under Mahindra’s umbrella. They’re not exactly a heavyweight like Royal Enfield, but they’ve carved out a nice little space in the retro and neo-retro segment by leaning hard into nostalgia, albeit with mixed results.
The Yezdi Adventure is one of their more ambitious offerings: a budget-friendly ADV that aimed to take on the likes of the Himalayan without straying too far from its old-school charm.
But the ADV scene is evolving fast, and what worked two years ago might not cut it anymore. Adventure bikes are hotter than ever, especially in the middleweight segment where riders want just enough power to tour or tackle light trails without needing to manhandle a 250-kilo behemoth. And increasingly, that sweet spot seems to be right around the 450cc mark.
Royal Enfield clearly got the memo with the new Himalayan 450, which is already making waves not just in India but overseas, as well. BMW is jumping in too with the F 450 GS. And let’s not forget the CFMoto 450MT—sold as the Ibex 450 in the US—offering serious spec at a surprisingly reasonable price. These bikes all share a similar formula: modern engines, capable suspension, and tech features that make them viable adventure-touring machines, not just rugged-looking commuters.
So what’s Yezdi cooking up? The brand is teasing a new “Adventure” reveal for June 4, and while it could just be an update to the current 334cc model, there’s also a chance it could be something much more exciting. Could Yezdi be working on a new 450 to match the competition? It would make sense, especially if Classic Legends wants to take the fight beyond India and into markets like Southeast Asia, Europe, and even the US.
Sure, nothing’s confirmed just yet—but the timing and the context feel just right for a new middleweight ADV from Yezdi. And if they manage to pack it with the right features, nail the price, and get distribution sorted, this could be the company’s ticket to truly going global. Here’s hoping the June 4 launch gives us more than just a facelifted model and instead marks the beginning of Yezdi’s next big chapter. Fingers crossed.
