Brixton Slashes Crossfire 500XC Scrambler Motorcycle's Price By Rs. 27,500

Brixton Motorcycles has reduced the price of its Crossfire 500XC scrambler by Rs 27,499, bringing the ex-showroom price to Rs 4.92 lakh from the earlier Rs 5.19 lakh. The decision comes ahead of the festive season, a time when motorcycle sales typically increase.

The move positions the off-road-oriented 500XC closer to its road-focused sibling, the Crossfire 500X, which is priced at Rs 4.74 lakh. While the XC’s scrambler styling and off-road features have always carried a higher price tag, this cut indicates Brixton’s effort to widen its appeal and compete more aggressively in the 500-650cc parallel-twin segment.

Competition Forces The Price Cut

The reduction highlights the growing competition in this category. Royal Enfield’s Bear 650 is the most affordable twin-cylinder scrambler and exerts pricing pressure on newer brands like Brixton. Despite the cut, the 500XC remains on the higher side of the price scale.

Brixton’s challenges are compounded by its status as a newer player assembling bikes from completely knocked down kits, which keeps costs higher compared to locally manufactured models. The timing of the price cut also aligns with Ganesh Chaturthi and broader seasonal buying trends, suggesting Brixton wants to boost volumes while the market is active.

Equipment and Performance

The Crossfire 500XC keeps its distinctive design and mechanical package intact. Key elements include a muscular tank with Brixton’s X-shaped design, wide handlebars, a flat seat, and limited colour choices - Desert Gold and Backstage Black - aimed at those who value style and exclusivity. Underneath, a 486cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine produces 47.6 PS at 8,500 rpm and 43 Nm of torque at 6,750 rpm, paired with a six-speed gearbox.

Suspension duties are handled by KYB with fully adjustable inverted forks at the front and a preload-adjustable monoshock at the rear. Stopping power comes from J.Juan disc brakes, 320mm front and 240mm rear.

The motorcycle rides on cross-spoke wheels, 19-inch front and 17-inch rear, shod with Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR tyres for on- and off-road use. A seat height of 839mm, ground clearance of 220mm, kerb weight of 195kg, and a 13.5-litre tank complete the specification.

Mixed Reception

Feedback for Brixton Crossfire 500XC in India has been mixed. While some praise the design, premium suspension, and off-road ability of the 500XC others have noted areas for improvement, including throttle response at low speeds and perceived value when compared to established brands. More so, because Brixton is a new, nearly unknown brand.

So, the decision to cut prices is an attempt to improve sales numbers and reinforce its presence in a segment where buyers have more choices is actually a good one. With Honda’s updated CB500X and Royal Enfield’s Bear 650 offering alternatives, Brixton’s move may help boost sales.