Hercules Bicycles

About Hercules Bicycles

Hercules was established in 1949 by Murugappa Group in partnership with TI - Tube Investments (UK), has evolved from a bicycle manufacturer and designer to an expert in mobility solutions. TI Cycles is best known for its flagship bicycle brands like BSA, Hercules, Montra, and Mach City. The company has practically created and mastered every new cycle category in the country, including the first MTB, geared bike, Shox model, girls bike, kids bike, light roadster, carbon frame bike, and India's first cycling café. The first Hercules bicycle was launched in 1951. Moreover, TI Cycles has plants in Chennai and Rajpura and primary warehouses in Guwahati and Chennai. Additionally, the company has a wide dealership network of over 1,200 outlets.

Historical Key Milestones

In 1951, TI Cycles's first factory was inaugurated by the Maharaja of Bhavnagar who became the Governor of Madras State at that time. Then in 1955, TI Cycles got another brand name as we know it today - Hercules Cycles. 

The company completed its milestone of one millionth bicycle in February 1960. The company was then awarded by the Government of India as the best outsourcing export performance during 1968-69 and completed its Silver Jubilee in 1974.

In 1992, the company launched the first MTB named Hercules MTB and today it is the largest-selling MTB in the market. Then in 2006, TI launched its first flagship store in Ahmedabad named Track & Trail, which was increased to 150 Track and Trails by 2008 across the country. 

In 2012, TI Cycles was awarded the "Emerging Market Retailer of the Year" in the Asia Retail Excellence Awards 2012. Then jumping to 2021, Indian cricketer Rishabh Pant was signed as the brand ambassador which popularised the company's visibility and appeal among younger audiences.

Hercules Cycles Now

Hercules bicycles have been synonymous with quality and endurance in India's cycling market. TI Cycles, the parent company of Hercules, is currently the market leader in the 'Specials' segment, with a national presence supported by a network of around 11,500 primary and secondary dealers, warehouses, and zonal offices.

Types of Hercules Bicycle

Hercules offers a wide range of bicycles for different cyclists, including:

Mountain Bicycles

The Hercules Rodeo is one of the brand’s popular MTB series. These MTB models include the Roadeo NFS, Roadeo Hardliner, Roadeo Warcry, Roadeo STR, and Roadeo A75, which are designed with cutting-edge features such as suspension forks, disc brakes, and multi-speed drivetrains, providing cyclists with ultimate excitement of trailblazing adventures.

City Bicycles

For urban commuters and leisure riders, Hercules provides the Flare City and Hercules Captain series, which are available in both men's and women's variants. These bicycles are designed for city streets and urban cycling with ease and comfort.  

Hybrid Bicycles

Hercules also provides hybrid bicycles such as the Street Rider, a versatile bicycle that is suitable for both men and women. It is ideal for city and leisure riding and offers a smooth and comfortable cycling experience for anyone above 13 years of age. 

BMX Bicycles

Hercules also caters to those who love to feel an adrenaline rush with its BMX lineup. These models include Street Cat Pro DX2 Dual Disc 26T and Streetcat Pro 3.0 20T offering sleek and lightweight design with robust features which makes these models popular among BMX enthusiasts. 

Price of Hercules Bikes 

Hercules bicycles are priced between approximately Rs 5,050 for entry-level models like the Popular DTS DTT 28T, and up to Rs 20,999 for higher-end models like the Hercules Hardstyle. Hercules bicycles are known for their affordability and long-lasting ride capacity. If you are a rider willing to buy a Hercules bicycle in India, we recommend you to scroll below and look for listed models along with their latest prices and other necessary details.