The 56th GST Council meeting has introduced India’s revised GST structure giving huge relief for individuals buying mid-size motorcycles. From 22 September 2025, motorcycles with engine displacement below and up to 350cc now will have 18% GST, before it was 28% GST plus additional cess. This huge tax reduction will lower the ex-showroom and on-road prices of the bikes, including Royal Enfield’s best-selling 350cc motorcycles in India.
This change couldn’t come at a better time, with the festival season approaching, and individuals wanting more mid-size motorcycles. Now let’s take a look at Royal Enfield’s 350cc models’ new price after GST 2.0 and what they are going to mean for the buyers.
The New GST Structure Explained
Prior to the change, motorbikes with engine displacements over and equal to 350cc had a tax of 28% GST plus an amount of cess, they made them more expensive even though they were considered as everyday rides. With GST 2.0, these bikes will fall under the 18% tax bracket, making it more affordable for different Indian Societies.
If you look at the comparison, motorbikes above 350cc now have to face a 40% GST, which were earlier 28% plus cess. This price hike will make the “high-capacity” bikes more luxury oriented.
Royal Enfield 350cc Bikes Price List after GST 2.0
Royal Enfield has a dominating position in the 350cc market segment with their 4 popular models – Classic 350, Hunter 350, Meteor 350 and Bullet 350. All these will now be benefited with the revised GST structure.
| Models | Ex-Showroom Price (Before) | Ex-showroom Price (New) | Price Reduction |
| Royal Enfield Classic 350 | ₹1.93 – ₹2.25 lakh | ₹1.75 – ₹2.05 lakh | Up to Rs.20,000 |
| Royal Enfield Hunter 350 | ₹1.49 – ₹1.73 lakh | ₹1.35 – ₹1.58 lakh | Up to Rs.15,000 |
| Royal Enfield Meteor 350 | ₹2.05 – ₹2.30 lakh | ₹1.85 – ₹2.10 lakh | Up to Rs.20,000 |
| Royal Enfield Bullet 350 | ₹1.73 – ₹2.03 lakh | ₹1.55 – ₹1.83 lakh | Up to Rs.18,000 |
Approximate prices may vary by city and variant.
Lower the ex-showroom price means reduction in the insurance and registration cost as well because these are calculated as a percentage of ex-showroom price.
- On-road Price of Royal Enfield Hunter 350 after GST 2.0 is expected to be below ₹1.6 lakh in most cities.
- On-road price of Royal Enfield Classic 350 after GST 2.0 could be somewhere close to ₹2 lakh for mid-variants.
- On-road price of Royal Enfield Meteor 350 after GST 2.0 will likely to be priced between ₹2.1 lakh to ₹2.3 lakh
- On-road price of Royal Enfield Bullet 350 after GST 2.0 may fall to around ₹1.9 lakh, making this legendary choice of Indian Men’s more accessible.
Note: The company hasn’t revealed the new prices, though, but did mention that it will be out on 22 September, when these new GST rates come into effect.
Royal Enfield’s View on Passing this Benefit.
B. Govindarajan, MD and CEO, confirmed they would pass on the full GST benefit to customers. He said that it would “make motorcycles under 350cc more accessible, especially for first-time buyers, and positively impact India’s mid-size motorcycle market.”
This decision aligns with Royal Enfield’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its position in the 350cc segment while ensuring affordability as a key proposition.
What This Means for the Market and You
For buyers, it is actually a perfect time to invest. With the new rates of GST 2.0, models will be much more affordable which will result in reduced EMI and easier ownership.
For the company, it is a strategic timing as the festive season is approaching, the reduced on-road price will create demand eventually increasing volumes and tighten Royal Enfield’s hold on the 350 segment.
By taxing bikes 40% above 350cc engine, the government has tried to draw a clear line between the commuter and luxury motorcycles. This change could work as an advantage for the Royal Enfield 350cc models which will now be more cost effective.
Conclusion
The Indian government has given its special GST 2.0 gift to the nation. With the new rates of Royal Enfield’s 350 cc models after GST 2.0, bikes like Hunter 350, Classic 350, Meteor 350 and Bullet 350 will now be cheaper up to Rs 20,000 So, if you are planning to buy a Royal Enfield, you have got the right time standing in front of you. Go to your nearest dealership and take advantage of these new, more budget-friendly bikes.