Best-selling motorcycles in Brazil in 2026: March reinforces the rise of the national market

Growth in registrations reinforces the dominance of urban motorcycles and intensifies the dispute between manufacturers in the country

The Honda CG 160 has already passed 121 thousand units registered in just 3 months of the year (Photo: Honda | Disclosure)
By Lucas Silvério
Published on 2026-04-16 at 06:00 AM
Updated on 2026-04-16 at 06:10 AM

The ranking of the best-selling motorcycles in Brazil in 2026 gained new contours with the updated numbers for March. After a positive start to the year, the Brazilian motorcycle market continues to expand, with an increase in registrations and maintenance of the prominence of low-engine motorcycles.

According to data from Fenabrave, the sales volume continues to be concentrated in models for urban use, which is customary and reinforces the leadership among the best-selling motorcycles in the country.

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Honda CG 160 2026
The Honda CG 160 has been the best-selling motorcycle in Brazil for decades (Photo: Honda | Disclosure)

In this scenario, Honda maintains an absolute hegemony. The CG 160 continues as the best-selling motorcycle in Brazil, with more than 121 thousand units in the year to date and a share of more than 55% in the City category. The model also extended its advantage in March, reinforcing its position at the top among the best-selling motorcycles in Brazil.

Yamaha MT-03 leads among the best-selling naked motorcycles

Among the naked/roadster motorcycles, the leadership remains with Yamaha’s MT-03. The model has 2,256 units in 2026 and remains ahead in the ranking of the best-selling motorcycles in the category.

Yamaha MT 03 2019 (4)
The Yamaha MT-03 is one of the sporty naked bikes with the best value for money and sportiness in the category (Photo: Yamaha | Disclosure)

Even so, the segment is experiencing one of the most competitive moments in the market. Bajaj stands out by occupying several positions in the top 10, with models such as Dominar D400, NS400Z and NS160. The brand’s strategy has boosted its presence among the best-selling motorcycles in Brazil.

Royal Enfield grows with the Bear 650 and maintains strength in the categories

Another highlight among the best-selling motorcycles in Brazil is the performance of Royal Enfield, which remains strong in the custom and maxtrail categories, but is also starting to attract attention with new products.

One of the relevant points is the advance of the Bear 650, which showed significant sales in its first month after launch and already appears among the best-selling models in the custom category.

In addition, the Hunter 350 continues to lead among customs, while Himalayan remains well positioned in maxtrail, keeping the brand in evidence in the ranking of best-selling motorcycles.

Royal Enfield Bear 650 (32)
The Royal Enfield Bear 650 hit the market in February 2026 (Photo: Royal Enfield | Disclosure)

Urban motorcycles continue to drive sales in Brazil

The data reinforces that urban motorcycles continue to be the main driver of the market. Among the best-selling motorcycles, categories such as City and Scooter/Cub concentrate most of the registrations.

In the scooter line, Honda remains dominant with Biz and Pop 110i, which increased their volumes in March and remain among the best-selling motorcycles in Brazil with a wide advantage.

This behavior reflects the profile of the Brazilian consumer, who prioritizes economy, low maintenance cost and practicality in everyday life, whether for personal or professional use.

Ranking of the best-selling motorcycles in Brazil becomes more competitive

Even with Honda’s consolidated leadership, the ranking of the best-selling motorcycles in Brazil shows an increasingly competitive market in 2026.

Brands such as Bajaj, Royal Enfield, Haojue, Triumph and especially Shineray – which today is the third brand in the country and continues to grow exponentially – gradually expand their participation and gain space in different categories, increasing the dispute between manufacturers. The classic and well-liked BMW, Kawasaki, Suzuki and Harley Davidson continue with their slice of the pie, but focused on more luxurious and smaller niches.

With the advance in sales throughout the first quarter and the expectation of new launches, the trend is that the ranking of the best-selling motorcycles will continue to move in the coming months, following the growth of the sector in the country.

  • Check out the ranking of the best-selling motorcycles in Brazil, in the March 2026 balance:

City | Best Selling Motorcycles in Brazil in 2026

Placement Model February/2026 March/2026 Accumulated/2026 Participation
1st Honda CG 160 36.155 47.965 121.791 55,36%
2nd Mottu Sport 110i 9.880 10.185 26.132 11,88%
3rd Yamaha YBR 150 5.901 7.092 19.731 8,97%
4th Honda CB 300F 5.082 6.498 17.365 7,89%
5th Yamaha Fazer 250 2.940 4.232 10.623 4,83%
6th Yamaha Fazer 150 2.798 3.850 10.110 4,60%
7th Shineray Shi 150 1.311 1.643 4.233 1,92%
8th Haojue DK160 908 1.117 2.940 1,34%
9th Bajaj Pulsar N150 609 774 1.947 0,89%
10th Haojue DR160 549 647 1.709 0,78%

Custom | Best Selling Motorcycles in Brazil in 2026

Placement Model February/2026 March/2026 Accumulated/2026 Participation
1st Royal Enfield Hunter 350 634 728 2.038 26,33%
2nd Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 416 455 1.369 17,69%
3rd Royal Enfield Meteor 357 458 1.229 15,88%
4th Triumph Scrambler 400 211 329 866 11,19%
5th Royal Enfield Classic 350 136 164 453 5,85%
6th Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 118 161 435 5,62%
7th Kawasaki Eliminator 500 68 77 229 2,96%
8th Royal Enfield Bear 650 49 146 196 2,53%
9th Zontes S350 43 52 134 1,73%
10th Kawasaki Vulcan S 31 46 120 1,55%

Trail | Best Selling Motorcycles in Brazil in 2026

Placement Model February/2026 March/2026 Accumulated/2026 Participation
1st Honda NXR 160 13.453 17.611 46.165 41,90%
2nd Honda XRE 190 4.082 5.457 13.652 12,39%
3rd Honda XRE 300 3.117 4.013 10.127 9,19%
4th Yamaha XTZ 250 2.842 3.918 10.015 9,09%
5th Shineray Shi 175 2.617 2.899 8.428 7,65%
6th Yamaha Crosser 150 1.913 2.726 6.809 6,18%
7th Honda XR 300L 1.211 1.552 4.081 3,70%
8th Avelloz AZ160 957 1.223 3.188 2,89%
9th Shineray Shi 250 565 654 1.890 1,72%
10th Haojue DL160 266 330 928 0,84%

Maxtrail | Best Selling Motorcycles in Brazil in 2026

Placement Model February/2026 March/2026 Accumulated/2026 Participation
1st Royal Enfield Himalayan 487 648 1.759 19,49%
2nd Honda NX 500 387 631 1.336 14,80%
3rd BMW R1300GSA 222 290 742 8,22%
4th Honda NC 750X 203 342 713 7,90%
5th Triumph Tiger 900 193 307 684 7,58%
6th BMW R1300GS 144 190 513 5,68%
7th Yamaha XTZ 690 133 154 428 4,74%
8th BMW F900 GS 90 131 342 3,79%
9th Triumph Tiger 1200 92 134 332 3,68%
10th Honda CRF 1100L 124 147 326 3,61%

Naked / Roadster | Best Selling Motorcycles in Brazil in 2026

Placement Model February/2026 March/2026 Accumulated/2026 Participation
1st Yamaha MT-03 699 876 2.256 14,66%
2nd Bajaj Dominate D400 557 777 1.984 12,89%
3rd Bajaj NS400Z 385 553 1.466 9,52%
4th Bajaj Master NS160 413 466 1.415 9,19%
5th Bajaj Master NS200 331 409 1.102 7,16%
6th Bajaj Dominate D250 261 367 990 6,43%
7th Honda CB 500 243 370 892 5,79%
8th Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 203 243 705 4,58%
9th Kawasaki Z900 215 244 667 4,33%
10th Shineray XY 250 147 113 441 2,86%

Scooter / Cub | Best Selling Motorcycles in Brazil in 2026

Placement Model February/2026 March/2026 Accumulated/2026 Participation
1st Honda Biz 20.491 25.946 67.461 33,19%
2nd Honda Pop 110i 18.620 24.639 61.358 30,19%
3rd Honda PCX 160 4.060 4.970 13.783 6,78%
4th Shineray Shi 125 2.909 3.958 9.490 4,67%
5th Honda Elite 125 2.714 3.166 8.567 4,21%
6th Yamaha NMax 1.458 1.949 5.337 2,63%
7th Honda ADV 160 1.543 1.918 5.158 2,54%
8th Avelloz AZ1 1.262 1.370 4.196 2,06%
9th Shineray XY 125 1.285 1.170 3.990 1,96%
10th Yamaha Aerox 160 941 2.284 3.254 1,60%

Sport | Best Selling Motorcycles in Brazil in 2026

Placement Model February/2026 March/2026 Accumulated/2026 Participation
1st Yamaha YZF R15 941 1.265 3.296 62,97%
2nd Yamaha YZF R3 142 134 411 7,85%
3rd Kawasaki Ninja 500 112 112 336 6,42%
4th Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 101 123 314 6,00%
5th BMW S1000 RR 65 118 262 5,01%
6th Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R 57 55 166 3,17%
7th Kawasaki Ninja 300 17 96 160 3,06%
8th Triumph Daytona 660 16 52 81 1,55%
9th Suzuki GSX-8R 18 31 62 1,18%
10th Kawasaki Ninja 650 21 13 44 0,84%

Touring | Best Selling Motorcycles in Brazil in 2026

Placement Model February/2026 March/2026 Accumulated/2026 Participation
1st Harley-Davidson Road Glide 28 81 136 47,89%
2nd Harley-Davidson Street Glide 19 32 74 26,06%
3rd BMW R 1300 RT 13 25 68 23,94%
4th BMW K 1600 2 2 4 1,41%
5th Honda Goldwing 0 1 2 0,70%
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