Gravel Bikes

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Gravel bikes from ₹69,990 to ₹5,40,000, covering Cannondale, Kona, Merida, Polygon, Look and Colnago. Drop bars with clearance for wide tyres make these arguably the most practical drop-bar bikes for Indian roads, where the surface changes without warning. Every bike is assembled and safety-checked in our Hyderabad workshop.

Read more: why gravel suits Indian roads, budget, tyres and sizing

Why a gravel bike makes sense here

A gravel bike is a drop-bar bike with room for tyres of 38mm and wider, a longer wheelbase for stability and a taller front end than a race bike. That combination handles broken tarmac, unpaved stretches and the pothole you spot too late, none of which are comfortable on 28mm road tyres. It stays efficient on good roads, which is why many riders here end up using one as their only bike.

How much to spend

₹70,000 to ₹1,50,000 buys an alloy gravel bike with hydraulic disc brakes that covers everything most riders need: the Polygon Bend R2 at ₹69,990 and Merida Silex 200 at ₹89,990 sit here.

₹1,70,000 to ₹2,10,000 steps up to better groupsets and lighter frames, with the Cannondale Topstone 2 GRX at ₹1,70,100 and Kona Libre at ₹2,06,200.

Above ₹3,40,000 you are into race-oriented carbon: the Cannondale SuperX 3 at ₹3,40,000, Colnago G4X at ₹5,29,990 and Look 765 Gravel RS at ₹5,40,000.

Tyres and clearance

38mm to 42mm suits most riding here, giving real comfort on rough surfaces while staying quick on tarmac. Wider than that, up to 45mm or more, is for genuinely loose tracks. Maximum clearance varies by frame, so check the figure on the product page before buying tyres, and remember that mudguards eat into it.

Gravel or road

If most of your riding is on surfaces you trust, a road bike is faster and lighter. If it is not, the gravel bike is the more useful machine, and it will usually take mudguards and racks that a road bike cannot. Many riders keep faster tyres for road days and swap to wider rubber for rough routes.

Sizing

Gravel sizing sits between road and mountain bike conventions and differs between brands. Check the size chart for the specific model, and consider a bike fit at our Kondapur store: the more upright position means saddle height and reach need setting differently from a road bike.

Not sure which size or which gravel bike suits you? Ask TBA Guide, our chat assistant.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a gravel bike and do I need one in India?

A gravel bike is a drop-bar bike with clearance for wide tyres and a more relaxed position than a road bike. In India it makes particular sense: it handles broken tarmac, unpaved village roads and potholes that would be uncomfortable or risky on 28mm road tyres, while still being efficient on good surfaces.

What is the difference between a gravel bike and a road bike?

Gravel bikes have clearance for tyres of 38mm and wider, a longer wheelbase for stability, a taller front end and lower gearing. Road bikes are faster on smooth tarmac and lighter. If most of your riding involves surfaces you do not fully trust, the gravel bike is the more useful bike.

How much should I spend on a gravel bike?

₹70,000 to ₹1,50,000 buys an alloy gravel bike with hydraulic disc brakes that will do everything most riders need. ₹1,70,000 to ₹2,10,000 moves you to better groupsets and lighter frames. Above ₹3,40,000 you are buying race-oriented carbon gravel bikes.

Can I use a gravel bike for commuting and long road rides?

Yes, and many riders here do. Fit faster-rolling tyres and a gravel bike makes an excellent all-round bike: comfortable enough for brevets, stable enough for bad roads, and usually able to take mudguards and racks, which most road bikes cannot.

What tyre width should I run on a gravel bike?

38mm to 42mm suits most Indian riding, giving comfort on broken surfaces without losing much speed on tarmac. Go wider, up to 45mm or more, for genuinely rough tracks. Check the maximum clearance listed on the product page before buying tyres, as it varies by frame.