Suzuki's Indian motorcycle subsidiary reaches 10 million cumulative production units
Suzuki Motorcycle India Private Limited (SMIPL) achieved accumulated production of 10 million motorcycles on January 8, 2026, 20 years after starting production in February 2006.
10 million units
20 years
ACCESS: 6.82 million units
What Happened
SMIPL began production in February 2006 and reached the 10 million mark in 20 years. The company currently produces 13 models including the ACCESS and GIXXER series. The 10 millionth unit was an ACCESS scooter, which combines everyday riding performance with convenience. Amid rising demand in the Indian market, SMIPL is constructing a new plant in Kharkhoda to expand production capacity.
Start of production
1 million units (6 years)
2 million units (8 years 7 months)
3 million units (11 years 3 months)
4 million units (12 years 11 months)
“Reaching the 10 million production mark reflects the trust of our customers, partners, employees, and all stakeholders. SMIPL has continued to grow along with the expansion of India’s motorcycle market. Going forward, we will put ‘By Your Side’ into practice, not only by strengthening our production capacity and expanding our sales and service network, but also by staying close to our customers th”
Why this matters
The milestone highlights Suzuki's growth in India's expanding motorcycle market and its role as a global manufacturing hub, with plans to further increase capacity via a new plant in Kharkhoda.
Terms in This Story
- SMIPL
- Suzuki Motorcycle India Private Limited, a subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation in India.
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