From September 22, 2025, the Government of India has announced a 40% GST rate on all motorcycles above 350cc. This major tax hike will make premium motorcycles from brands like Royal Enfield, KTM, Kawasaki, Triumph, Honda BigWing, Harley-Davidson, Suzuki, and BMW Motorrad more expensive.
If you are planning to buy a bike above 350cc, here’s everything you need to know.
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Key Highlights of 40% GST on Bikes
- New GST Rate: 40%
- Effective Date: September 22, 2025
- Applies To: Motorcycles above 350cc Engine Capacity
- Impact: Price hike from ₹25,000 to ₹3,00,000+ depending on the brand & model
Why GST Was Increased on Big Motorcycles?
The GST Council has classified bikes above 350cc as luxury vehicles. This move is aimed at:
- Boosting Tax revenue from premium vehicle buyers
- Promoting affordable and electric mobility
- Controlling Imports of superbikes
Brand-Wise List of Bikes Affected by 40% GST
ROYAL ENFIELD
- HIMALAYAN 450
- GUERRILLA 450
- SCRAM 440
- INTERCEPTOR 650
- CONTINENTAL GT650
- SUPER METEOR 650
- SHOTGUN 650
- CLASSIC 650
TRIUMPH
- SPEED T4
- SPEED 400
- THRUXTON 400
- SCRAMBLER 400
- SCRAMBLER 400XC
BAJAJ
- PULSAR NS400Z
- dominar 400
KTM
- KTM RC 390
- KTM DUKE 390
- 390 ADVENTURE X
- 390 ADVENTURE
- 390 ENDURO R
APRILLA
- APRILLA RS457APRILLA TUNO 457
BENELLI
- TRK 502
- TRK 502X
- 502
- LEONCINO 500
What This Means for Buyers
- If youre planning to buy a 350cc+ motorcycle, purchasing before Sptember 22, 2025 could save you lakhs.
- Entry-level bikes under 350cc (like RE Classic 350, Hunter 350, KTM 250, Yamaha R15, Honda CB350) remain unaffected.
- Expect on-road prices to rise sharply due to ex-showroom + GST + Registration + insurance.
Conclusion
The 40% GST hike on bikes above 350cc is a major change for Indian motorcycle buyers. While premium superbikes will see a big price jump, budget-friendly and under-350cc bikes remain unaffected.
If you’re planning to buy a 350cc+ motorcycle, this is the right time to book one before the new GST rates kick in.
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