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New GST rate at a glance
- Two-wheelers with engine capacity ≤350cc: GST reduced from 28% to 18% effective 22 September 2025, per the latest GST Council decisions reported by multiple outlets.
- Two-wheelers above 350cc: GST set at 40% under the revised structure; the earlier effective incidence was 31% (28% GST + 3% cess).
- Several sources note the 22 September effective date, with one update noting formal CBIC notification status; monitor official notices for final confirmation.
Royal Enfield Classic 350 price after GST
- The Classic 350 sits in the ≤350cc bracket, so the new 18% GST applies from 22 September 2025 if base pricing is unchanged by the OEM.
- Current ex-showroom pricing references: base Redditch variant at ₹1,97,253 in Ambala, and a national range of ~₹1.97–2.35 lakh across variants before the GST revision.
Variant-wise estimates (ex-showroom)
How the GST change works
- Simple thumb rule for ≤350cc bikes: New ex-showroom ≈ Old ex-showroom × 1.181.281.281.18 = × 0.921875, implying ~7.8125%7.8125% reduction if pre-tax base is unchanged.
- Example: ₹1,97,253 × 0.921875 ≈ ₹1,81,843 (rounded), which aligns with the table above for the Classic 350 Redditch.
Why Classic 350 qualifies
- The Royal Enfield Classic 350 uses a 349.34 cc single-cylinder J-platform engine, placing it within the ≤350cc GST slab eligible for the 18% rate after the change.
- Key specs include 20.21 PS @ 6100 rpm, 27 Nm @ 4000 rpm, and 13 L fuel tank, which do not impact GST but confirm model identification for slab classification.
On-road vs ex-showroom notes
- Ex-showroom includes GST but excludes state RTO charges and insurance, so on-road totals will still vary by city and insurer even after the GST revision.
- For context, Ambala on-road examples show how RTO and insurance add to ex-showroom; expect similar components after the rate change.
One-line summary
The new 18% GST rate for ≤350cc makes the Classic 350’s ex-showroom roughly 7.81% cheaper, delivering a tangible cut to the bike’s effective price after GST if base pricing holds steady for the Classic 350.
FAQ’s
Is the Classic 350 getting cheaper with the new GST?
Yes—being 349.34 cc, it moves to 18% GST from 28%, which lowers ex-showroom if base pricing is unchanged.
When do the new rates apply?
Multiple reports indicate 22 September 2025; watch for CBIC notifications for final statutory confirmation.
