Bajaj Auto pips Hero MotoCorp to become No 1 motorcycle maker in November

The Pune-based firm sold a total of 337,962 units in November in the domestic and exports market against the 329,185 units sold by Hero MotoCorp

A structural slowdown facing the world’s largest two-wheeler market has changed equations in the segment, with Bajaj Auto emerging the largest motorcycle maker in November, zipping past market leader Hero MotoCorp.

The Pune-based two- and three-wheeler major sold a total of 337,962 units in November in the domestic and export market, against the 329,185 units sold by Hero MotoCorp, reveals the monthly sales data released by the companies on Wednesday.

Although Hero MotoCorp continues to maintain a clear lead in the domestic market, it’s the first time the Rajiv Bajaj-led automaker has managed to secure pole position in terms of