Dublin, Feb. 13, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "India Used Two Wheelers Market Outlook to 2023 - By Unorganized and Organized Sector, By C2C and B2C Distribution Channel, By Stock Piece and Customized Two Wheelers; By Motorcycles and Scooters" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

India is the largest producer and manufacturer of two wheelers in the world followed by the Republic of China. Rising fuel prices is one of the primary growth drivers for two-wheelers due to their higher fuel efficiency. In India, commuters across all age groups use motorized vehicles, especially two wheelers owing to the escalating population and rapid increase in traffic congestion, thereby making two wheelers as the most appropriate and convenient mode of transportation in urban areas.

The market has attained speedy growth over the period of five years from FY'2013 to FY'2018. The demand for used two wheelers has seen a constant rise over the past few years, especially from models like Honda Activa, Aviator, TVS Jupiter, Bajaj Pulsar and Discover. Even in terms of exports, two-wheelers produced in India are the proud products of the Make-in-India initiative where nearly 7 in 10 automobiles delivered out of India are two-wheelers. India Used Two Wheelers Market Segmentation

By Market Structure

In FY'2018 the sales volume through the unorganized sector is generated through individual sellers, local dealers/mechanics and small dealerships which collectively contributed to a majority of the proportion in the overall used two wheelers market. On the other hand organized sector was observed to capture the remaining volume share in the FY'2018. By Distribution Channel

Due to low awareness regarding the existence of organized online and offline players, the majority of transactions conducted in the market are through C2C or offline B2C channel. The C2C channel controlled a major proportion of the total sales volume in the used two-wheeler market during the FY'2018. By Type of Two Wheelers

India used two wheelers market was continuously dominated by motorcycles with a massive volume share during FY'2018. This is because male riders travelling a longer distance still prefer motorbikes instead of a scooter due to larger engine and greater mileage offered by motorcycles. On the other hand, gearless scooters are trending in the country, especially among female population. By Engine Capacity

On the basis of engine capacity of two-wheelers, it has been observed that used bikes with 100-110 cc engine capacity have been mostly purchased by buyers. On the other hand, engine capacities with 125-135 cc, 150-200 cc and others have been gaining traction in India. By Average Ownership Period of Used Two Wheelers

The buying behavior of Indians has witnessed changes over the review period majorly due to a reduction in the ownership period of two wheelers by the owners. It has been observed that presently, Indians mostly use a two-wheeler for at least a period of three to five years before disposing it off. By Manufacturer of Two Wheelers

The Indian used two wheeler market is dominated by Hero which is also the global leader and largest player in the new two-wheeler market. The company caters to a wide consume base and has segmented its market on the basis of income and age group. Other players including Bajaj, Honda, Yamaha, TVS and Suzuki have been able to contribute the remaining sales volume in India used two wheelers markets during the FY'2018. By Body Type of Two Wheelers

The category of commuter bikes such as Hero Splendor, Bajaj Discover, and Honda CB Twister contributed to a dominant volume share of used two-wheelers during the FY'2018. The next popular vehicle category in the used-two wheeler space in India has been scooters. Competitive Landscape in India Used Two Wheelers Market

In the FY'2017, majority of the used two wheelers market in terms of sales volume was observed to be highly unorganized thereby constituting individual sellers, local mechanics and small dealerships. On the other hand, the market constitutes of the organized players like Droom, CredR, BikeDekho.com, BikeWale.com, Mahindra First Choice Wheels Limited (MFCWL), BikersHighway and others.

The online used two wheeler market has been emerging along with the rise in the popularity of E-commerce platforms in the country. Growth of online advertising has fuelled the rise of online classified platforms such as OLX, Quikr, Gaadi.com and others have revolutionized the way in which pre-owned vehicles have been sold in the country. The online used two-wheelers market in India has seen year on year growth during the FY'2018.

Future Outlook and Projections

It is anticipated that the used two wheelers market in India will continue to grow in the coming years as used vehicles are much cheaper to purchase than a new one. Projections for the future suggest that the overall market for used two wheelers in India is likely to showcase a vibrant growth in terms of sales volume in FY'2023E. Individuals mostly in smaller cities and towns who wish to own a vehicle begin with buying a second hand two-wheeler to get hold of it. In addition, local dealers who have been facing tough competition from the online classifieds will be seen associating with the online players to reach out to greater audiences.

Key Segments Covered

Market Structure

  • Unorganized Sector
  • Organized Sector

Distribution Channel

  • C2C
  • B2C

Stock Piece and Customized Two Wheelers

Source of Manufacturing of Two Wheelers

  • Domestically Manufactured
  • Imported Bikes

Type of Two Wheelers

  • Motorcycles
  • Scooters

Engine Capacity of Two Wheelers

  • 100-110cc
  • 125-135cc
  • 150-200cc
  • Others (Above 200cc)

Average Ownership Period of Two Wheelers

  • 3-4 Years
  • 4-5 Years
  • 5-6 Years
  • Others

Manufacturer of Two Wheelers

  • Hero
  • Bajaj
  • Honda
  • Others (TVS and Yamaha)

Body Type of Two Wheelers

  • Commuter
  • Scooter
  • Sports
  • Others (Off-roading bikes, super bikes and cruiser bikes)

Certification of Two Wheelers

  • Non-Certified
  • Certified

Financing of Two Wheelers

  • Non-Financed
  • Financed

Key Target Audience

  • Automobile Companies
  • Two Wheeler Companies
  • Online Classifieds

Time Period Captured in the Report:

  • Historical Period - FY'2013-FY'2018
  • Forecast Period - FY'2018-FY'2023E

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