Honda Slashes Motorcycle and Scooter Prices by Up to ₹18,887 Following GST 2.0 Reform

Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India Prices Slashes by Up to ₹18,887 Following GST 2.0 Reform. Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI), the nation’s largest two-wheeler maker, has transferred the gains of the GST 2.0 reform to the end customers directly. The new tax regime reduced GST on motorcycles and scooters below 350cc from 28% to 18%. Honda’s best-selling commuter bikes and scooters are now much more affordable

Honda motorcycles and scooters now up to ₹18,887 cheaper after GST 2.0

For daily commuters, students, and families, this is a welcome relief during a time when value for money is a major determining factor in the purchase of a new two-wheeler.

Two-wheelers are the backbone of India’s transport system, particularly in urban and semi-urban pockets, where they are ridden daily for work, family, and small businesses. Honda, with its reputation for reliability and fuel efficiency, leads this sector with products like the Activa scooter and Shine commuter motorcycle.

With GST 2.0 bringing down taxes by a whole 10 percentage points, buyers can now save between ₹5,000 to ₹18,800 across various Honda models. Entry-level mobility is thus more affordable than ever, especially for first-time buyers and customers from rural areas.

Honda has announced that these new rates are applicable with immediate effect across all its dealerships in India.

Model-Wise Price Cuts on Honda Two-Wheelers

The below are the revised prices that can be availed by customers under GST 2.0 (Ex-Showroom Delhi):

Honda Activa 110 – Cost savings up to ₹7,874
Honda Dio 110 – Cost savings up to ₹7,157
Honda Activa 125 – Cost savings up to ₹8,259
Honda Dio 125 – Cost savings up to ₹8,042
Honda Shine 100 – Cost savings up to ₹5,672
Honda Shine 100 DX – Cost savings up to ₹6,256
Honda Livo 110 – Cost savings up to ₹7,165
Honda Shine 125 – Max ₹7,443 lower
Honda SP125 – Max ₹8,447 lower
Honda CB125 Hornet – Max ₹9,229 lower
Honda Unicorn – Max ₹9,948 lower
Honda SP160 – Max ₹10,635 lower
Honda Hornet 2.0 – Max ₹13,026 lower
Honda NX200 – Max ₹13,978 lower
Honda CB350 H’ness – Max ₹18,598 lower
Honda CB350RS – Max ₹18,857 lower
Honda CB350 – Max ₹18,887 lower

From scooters such as the Activa and Dio to commuter bikes such as the Shine and Unicorn, and even the successful CB350 lineup, nearly all of Honda’s sub-350cc models have been made more affordable.

Honda has traditionally been the market leader in India’s two-wheeler market, with the Activa always being the top-selling scooter in the country and the Shine being the market leader in the commuter bike segment.

By transferring the GST gains in totality, Honda not only reinforces its brand reputation but also keeps itself as the first choice for value buyers. When customers are very price-sensitive at a time when fuel and living expenses keep increasing, a price cut of even ₹7,000 to ₹18,000 can considerably impact purchase decisions.

Experts feel that Honda’s pre-emptive action will support it in increasing volumes, particularly during the coming festive period when auto sales normally see a spike.

Effect of GST 2.0 on the Two-Wheeler Segment

The GST 2.0 overhaul has rearranged the method vehicles are taxed in India. Following is what it does to the overall market:

Two-wheelers with 350cc or less: Tax rate slashed from 28% to 18%, resulting in direct price cuts.
Luxury cycles over 350cc: Tax hiked from 31% to 40%, making them pricier.
Farm implements and necessities: GST cut further to favor rural society.

Not only does this reform ease tax schemes, but it also aligns with India’s long-term mobility objectives—making public transport affordable yet retaining luxury buys in the top-tax bracket.

For Honda, which dominates the commuter and scooter space, GST 2.0 is a huge boon. Others like Hero, TVS, and Bajaj will also try to pass on the benefits, but Honda’s high brand recall could stand in its favor.

What It Means for Customers

For customers in India, the effect of GST 2.0 is simple: Honda’s most popular two-wheelers are now more affordable than ever. Here’s an example:

A student commuter or office-goer choosing an Activa 110 saves close to ₹8,000 today.
A family who chooses to upgrade to a Unicorn saves almost ₹10,000.
A touring enthusiast who picks the CB350RS saves close to ₹19,000 in terms of price drop.

For Tier-2 and Tier-3 customers, these savings would be significant and could be the tipping point for a consumer to make a purchase now and not down the line.

Festive Season Boost Expected

The timing for GST 2.0 couldn’t be more opportune. With the festival season approaching, auto companies generally open their taps on festive offers and discounts to lure customers. Now that official tax cuts have been implemented, buyers can club GST savings with festive discounts, making offers even more enticing.

Industry insiders forecast two-wheeler sales to see a steep rise in October and November, when families opt to purchase new cars during favorable times. Honda, with its revamped pricing, is best placed to capitalize on the demand upswing.

Honda’s move to completely pass on GST 2.0 advantages to customers is a two-wheeler market game-changer for India. Saving customers up to ₹18,887 across its top-selling range, Honda has cemented itself as a customer-centric brand.

While the higher-end bikes over 350cc will be costlier, India’s middle-class parents, working professionals and students who commute daily, and young people who can now afford a Honda two-wheeler scooter or motorcycle at a reduced price are the real gainers.

With the festive season just around the corner, this step is likely to give Honda’s sales a huge fillip and consolidate its already leadership position in the market. Most importantly, it is part of a broader trend within India’s automobile sector—where affordability, clarity, and value to the customer are fueling the next wave of growth.

For those in the market for a new two-wheeler, there may not be a more opportune moment to take a Honda home.

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