Honda Bikes and Scooter Now Price Cheaper by up to ₹18,800 After the New GST Rates
Indian two-wheeler are enjoying a great time. Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI), the second largest two-wheeler player in the country, has passed a significant price cut to the consumers on its popular bikes and scooters after the new GST 2.0 tax regime was implemented. The reduction in prices range between ₹5,500 to as high as ₹18,800 to make Honda models more appealing for customers and buyers in the run-up to the festive season.
GST 2.0 Two-Wheeler Buyers to Get Some Relief
Under GST 2.0, the GST Council has recommenced its 56th meeting on September 3, 2025, deep-dive into cutting tax rates for the auto sector. These are the new prices from September, 22. For two-wheelers, the road tax exemption results in a direct price reduction. Honda's quick transfer of this advantage to customers has provided the company a fillip in the fiercely competitive Indian market.
Industry experts said the move would enhance affordability, particularly in the commuter and scooter segments where the price sensitivity is very high.
How Much Are Honda Prices Down?
Honda’s reductions amount to different price cuts depending on the model. Scooters, commuter motorcycles, and even mid-segment motorcycles are now cheaper.
Activa 6G and Activa 125 – up to ₹7,500 off
Dio – around ₹6,000 cheaper
Honda Shine 125 – with a cut of almost ₹9,500
Honda Unicorn 160 – about ₹11,000 reduction
Honda Hornet 2.0 – down by approximately ₹13,500
CB350 and CB300F – Top cut Get up to ₹18,800
This new pricing gives Honda a better lead against its competitors like Hero, Bajaj and TVS, and also makes premium models more affordable.
Why This Matters for Buyers
Festive season edge: The announcement came ahead of Navratri and Diwali, which will be helpful for showroom sales.
Accessible Mobility: For middle-class and rural consumers, a ₹7,000–₹18,000 reduction becomes a significant figure in financing and EMI planning.
Market Competition: Hero, Bajaj and TVS might have to rework their pricing strategies now.
EV Slowdown: With petrol bikes getting cheaper, the rising craze for electric scooters might see a slowdown for a while.
Customer and Dealer Response
Pan India showrooms in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Patna have already witnessed uptick in inquiries. Many buyers who were holding out for festive discounts are now sealing bookings, dealers said.
In Delhi, a customer said, “the Activa was already reliable, and now, with the price cut of almost ₹7,500, it is the best time to buy.”
Expert View
Analysts at the market said Honda’s decision is likely to see a demand surge coming in the next two quarters. Reduced initial expenses imply more sales, especially in the commuter segment, which is central to India’s two-wheeler industry.
But experts also note that this could squeeze margins. In the months ahead, companies will have to weigh profitability against sales growth.
Honda Bike and Scooter Price Cut: FAQs
Q1. Why has Honda cut bike and scooter prices?
Due to the new GST 2.0 tax rates that benefited two-wheelers.
Q2. What is a maximum discount?
The biggest price cut is ₹18,800 on models including the CB350 and CB300F.
Q3. Is this cut also applicable for scooters like Activa?
Yes, and the Activa series is now available upto ₹7,500 less.
Q4. Is this a limited-time offer?
No, they are permanent price adjustments due to GST adjustments.
Q5. Will there be a price cut at other companies as well?
Market analysts anticipate Hero, Bajaj, and TVS to make similar decisions soon, but nothing official has been announced as of now.
Conclusion
Honda’s move to slash prices by as much as ₹18,800 has changed the dynamics of India’s two-wheeler space. The Activa in the scooters to the CB350 in the bikes, across all buyer segments, the consumer got more value now.
With the holiday looming, demand is likely to soar. It’s the time for Indian two-wheeler buyers to choose a new Honda and this is the best time Indian two-wheeler buyers get to choose a new Honda.
