Indian Government has mandated the use of ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) in all 2 wheelers and 2 BIS certified helmets to be include with every 2 wheeler purchase starting 1st of Jan 2026. The move aims to make riding a 2 wheeler more safe in India. In this article, we will understand who stands to benefit from this move by the government.
Beneficiary of ABS and Helmet Mandate:
The ABS and Helmets manufacturers, distributors and suppliers to the Indian 2 wheelers manufacturers and dealers clearly stand to benefit from this move. Let’s start by looking at the top manufacturers and suppliers in India:
🛠️ Top ABS System Suppliers in India
- Bosch India
- Leading provider of motorcycle ABS solutions, including single-channel (front-wheel) and dual-channel systems.
- Powers mass-market models like Bajaj Pulsar RS 200 and high-end bikes via ABS 10 light/base and ABSi units.
- Also introduced dual-channel ABS on the Ultraviolette F77 e-bike.
- Continental India
- Offers MiniMAB (single-channel) ABS for scooters, dual-channel for larger motorcycles.
- Working on next-gen single-channel ABS tailored for <125 cc bikes, targeting 2023–24 rollout.
- Pricol, Rockman & Tier‑1 OEMs
- Pricol (Coimbatore) and Rockman (Hero Group) supply general braking modules and ABS systems to OEMs like TVS, Honda, Hero, Suzuki, and Bajaj.
🪖 Top Helmet Brands in India (BIS/ISI Certified)
🇮🇳 Indian Brands
- Studds: India’s largest helmet maker (14 million/year), offering a wide range with ISI & DOT/ECE certifications.
- Vega: Belgaum-based, popular for stylish, affordable, and certified helmets (ISI, DOT, ECE) .
- Steelbird: Operating since 1964 with 22,000+ units/day, offering a full range including DOT/ECE/ISI models .
- Axor: Premium “sibling” to Vega-safe, ISI/DOT/ECE-certified, mid-range pricing .
🌍 International Brands (Available in India)
- LS2, SHOEI, Arai, Bell, HJC, THH, SMK: Cater to premium riders, meeting global standards (DOT, ECE 22.06), ideal for high-performance use.
🔍 Quick Comparison Table
| Category | Options in India | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| ABS suppliers | Bosch, Continental, Tier‑1 OEMs (Pricol, Rockman) | Bosch leads dual-channel in mid/high segments; Continental pushing into <125 cc |
| Helmet brands | Studds, Vega, Steelbird, Axor + LS2, SHOEI, HJC… | ISI mandatory; DOT/ECE for premium |
👤 Two-Wheeler Riders
Although this mandate is going to benefit the ABS and Helmet manufacturers and suppliers but most important group of beneficiary in this move is – “Two-Wheeler Riders in India”. Making the 2 wheelers (bike, scooter, etc) ride more safe is the prime goal of this move. Some important stats:
- 🚑 Over 1.5 lakh deaths occur on Indian roads annually – 45% involve two-wheelers.
- 🛡️ ABS reduces the risk of fatal crashes by up to 37%, according to WHO and insurance data.
- 🪖 High-quality helmets reduce the risk of head injury by up to 69%.
✅ Practical Takeaways
- All new two-wheelers now require dual-channel ABS and two BIS-certified helmets starting Jan 1, 2026.
- Bosch and Continental lead ABS adoption; look for bikes featuring their systems for best safety.
- Helmet picks range from cost-effective ISI-certified models (Studds, Vega, Steelbird) to premium DOT/ECE options (LS2, SHOEI, etc).
- The most important dimension of this move is to make riding safer and secure in India and it’s a step in the right direction – “Safety First”.
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Who will benefit from ABS and Helmet mandate?
In general, this move of making the ABS mandatory for all 2 wheelers and provision of 2 helmets with every purchase of 2 wheelers is aimed at benefiting everyone. However, specifically, it will benefit the ABS and Helmets (BIS certified) manufacturers and suppliers in India. Some of the common names are: ABS suppliers in India – Bosch, Continental India, Pricol, Rockman and others. The Helmet suppliers that stand to benefit are – Studds, Vega, SteelBird and Axor. Other than these 2 most important group that stand to benefit is no one else but “The Riders” as this move will reduce the death and damage caused due to road accidents.
Who are the major ABS suppliers in India?
The major ABS manufacturers and suppliers in India are – Bosch, Continental India, Pricol, Rockman and others. Bosch is a leading supplier of single and dual-channel ABS system. Continental India supplies ABS to scooter manufacturers in India. Pricol (Coimbatore) and Rockman (Hero Group) supply general braking modules and ABS systems to OEMs like TVS, Honda, Hero, Suzuki, and Bajaj.
Who are the major Helmet manufaturers and suppliers in India?
Indian brand – Studds: India’s largest helmet maker (14 million/year), offering a wide range with ISI & DOT/ECE certifications. Vega: Belgaum-based, popular for stylish, affordable, and certified helmets (ISI, DOT, ECE) . Steelbird: Operating since 1964 with 22,000+ units/day, offering a full range including DOT/ECE/ISI models. Axor: Premium “sibling” to Vega—safe, ISI/DOT/ECE-certified, mid-range pricing. Some international brands in India: LS2, SHOEI, Arai, Bell, HJC, THH, SMK: Cater to premium riders, meeting global standards (DOT, ECE 22.06), ideal for high-performance use.
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