If you love cycling and crave a regular adrenaline rush, biking on mountains is tailor-made for you. Mountain biking is an unparalleled adventure. The joy of riding through untouched nature with rough terrains and rocky roads can’t be replicated elsewhere.
If you are a beginner at mountain biking, you would be better off cycling with a group. Cycling communities like Spoke Herd are ideal places to learn the nuances as a beginner.
Now, before anything, having a bicycle suited for these off-road trails is important. The bicycle market is flooded with MTB (mountain biking) cycles and the options can leave you perplexed.
Don’t worry, Spoke Herd brings you the top ten MTB cycles in India under ₹15,000.
Hercules Roadeo Rampage 26T 21 Speed Cycle — ₹12500
India’s leading bicycle brand – Hercules and it’s fleet of MTB cycles are some of the best in the cycling world. The Rodeo Rampage is a perfect all-rounder for cyclists. The V brakes on this are extremely effective while riding trails.
For us at SpokeHerd, this cycle is an easy recommendation for serious riders in India.
Key features:
Brake: V Brakes
Frame Material: Steel
Suspension: Front only
Tire Size: 26 inches
Frame Size: 17 inches
Viva SX 1.0 21 Speed Mountain Bike — ₹13999
No MTB marketplace is complete without mentioning a Viva cycle. Their SX 1.0 MTB is amongst the best bikes to buy. Quality-wise, they belong to the group of high-end bikes in India.
At this price, this cycle is an easy recommendation for us.
Key features:
Brake: Mechanical dual disc
Frame Material: TIG welding alloy
Suspension: Front only
Tire Size: 27.5 and 29 inches
Frame Size: 17.5 inches
Firefox Tempest 26T 6 Speed Mountain bike — ₹13899
With zero doubt, MTBs produced by Firefox are of the finest quality. The versatility of Firefox MTBs is unparalleled in the Indian cycling market.
The Tempest 26T is a good buy for cyclists, irrespective of riding experience.
Key features:
Brake: Disc
Frame Material: Aluminium
Suspension: Front only
Tire Size: 26 inches
Frame Size: 18 inches
Hero Sprint Pro Ceralo 26 T — ₹13911
Reliability and Hero cycles go hand-in-hand. Quality engineering, stylish, supreme performance – Hero cycles are nearly flawless. Their Sprint Pro Ceralo is an MTB of exemplary utility.
Its stability and seamless ride make for a perfect investment. Given Hero cycles have a long life, it is ideal for anyone looking for a suitable MTB.
Key features:
Brake: Mechanical disc brakes
Frame Material: Mild Steel
Suspension: Front only
Tire Size: 26 inches
Frame Size: 17 inches
Endless 27.5T 21-Speed Carbon Mountain Bike — ₹10990
The entire brand of Endless Biking revolves around sturdy MTBs. The Carbon MTB is a pure MTB with a strong unit and seamless transmission.
It is perfect for intermediates looking to upgrade into a more professional MTB.
Key features:
Brake: Disc
Frame Material: Carbon-Steel
Suspension: Front only
Tire Size: 27.5 inches
Frame Size: 18 inches
Urban Terrain UT1000 Mountain Bike — ₹12999
Urban Terrain has carved its niche in building high-quality mountain bikes at various price points.
The UT1000 is a classic MTB for beginners and experienced riders alike. Its sturdiness allows for a great ride with the least discomfort. With double disc brakes, the UT 1000 makes for an ideal and reliable MTB.
Key features:
Brakes: Hydraulic double disk brakes
Frame Material: Steel
Suspension: Front only
Tire Size: 27.5 inches
Frame Size: 16 inches
Hercules Roadeo A50 — ₹12500
Another MTB by Hercules and another easy cycle for us to recommend. The Roadeo A50 is a popular MTB for all the right reasons. The suspension on this cycle is impeccable and provides for a smooth riding experience.
As we at SHC Community observe, this cycle is absolutely bang-for-buck.
Key features:
Brake: Front – Disc | Rear – Wire
Frame Material: Aluminium alloy
Suspension: Front only
Tire Size: 26 inches
Frame Size: 18.5 inches
Avon Element Single speed 29 T — ₹14319
India’s premier cycling brand – Avon has built a true MTB in the Element 29T. The simplicity of this cycle might mislead you. But, the performance of this cycle is staggering.
For a professional trek, don’t look beyond this MTB.
Key features:
Brake: Mechanical disc brakes
Frame Material: Steel
Suspension: Front only
Tire Size: 29 inches
Frame Size: 18.5 inches
Firefox Axxis 29 D — ₹14900
Arguably, the best entry-level MTB cycle in India. The Axiss 29 D by Firefox is ideal for beginners at mountain biking. With a steel hardtail frame, this cycle is stable for mud paths and slightly off-road conditions.
Along with mechanical disk brakes, the Axxis 29 D is a proper all-rounder for amateur cyclists.
Key features:
Brake: Mechanical disc brakes
Frame Material: Steel hardtail
Suspension: Front – Zoom suspension fork
Tire Size: 29 inches
Frame Size: 18 and 19 inches
Hero Octane 26T Dude 21 Speed — ₹13000
Cycling communities’ favorite – the Hero Octane is a genuine MTB with the right built. The aluminum frame hits the right balance between being sturdy and being flexible.
Likewise, the caliper brakes set the cycle up for a smooth and safe ride. Hero Cycles’ quality is unrivaled. Similarly, this cycle is a no-brainer if you are looking for a high-quality MTB.
Key features:
Brake: Caliper brakes
Frame Material: Aluminium
Suspension: Rigid
Tire Size: 26 inches
Frame Size: 18 inches
These cycles should provide you a fair idea of how a proper mountain biking cycle looks. The key features mentioned are those you should ideally be considering. Also, reach out to cycling communities like SpokeHerd for advice from experienced cyclists. They can touch upon different intricacies and important minute details of MTBs.
Undeniably, these are not the only options available in the cycle market. However, Spoke Herd believes that this list shall be of help when you buy your bicycle for mountain biking. You can contact us for personalized suggestions.
