Honda Reaffirms Commitment to Customers, Passes on Full GST Benefits
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) has announced that it will pass on the full benefits of the recent GST rate reduction to its customers across its entire product portfolio. The new GST reforms, effective September 22, 2025, have reduced the tax on two-wheelers under 350cc from 28% to 18%. This makes Honda’s popular motorcycles and scooters, which fall into this category, significantly more affordable.
With this move, HMSI reaffirms its commitment to providing accessible mobility solutions for a wider range of customers. The price benefits come at an opportune time, ahead of the festive season, and are expected to boost sales and consumer sentiment.
The GST rate reduction impacts nearly all of Honda’s models, including both scooters and motorcycles. The company has announced model-wise benefits (ex-showroom Delhi).
Prices on Honda Motorcycles Reduced After GST Cut
The GST Council’s decision to reduce the tax on two-wheelers below 350cc from 28% to 18% has resulted in significant price reductions across Honda’s motorcycle lineup. Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) has announced that it will pass on the full benefits to customers, effective from September 22, 2025.
- The 2025 Honda Shine 100 price after GST cut is now more accessible with a benefit of up to ₹5,672.
- The 2025 Honda Shine 125 price after new GST cut is now more affordable with a reduction of up to ₹7,443.
- The 2025 Honda Livo 110 will see a price cut of up to ₹7,165.
- The 2025 Honda SP125 price after GST cut is now cheaper by up to ₹8,447.
- The 2025 Honda Unicorn receives a price cut of up to ₹9,948.
- The 2025 Honda SP160 has a price reduction of up to ₹10,635.
- The 2025 Honda Hornet 2.0 price after GST cut is now cheaper by up to ₹13,026.
- The 2025 Honda NX200 price after new GST cut is more affordable by up to ₹13,978.
- The 2025 Honda CB350 price after new GST cut is now cheaper by up to ₹18,887, and the 2025 Honda CB350 RS price after new GST cut sees a benefit of up to ₹18,857. The 2025 Honda H’ness CB350 also receives a price cut of up to ₹18,598.
Prices on Honda Scooters Reduced After GST Cut
The GST price cut also makes Honda’s popular scooter lineup more affordable, ensuring that a wide range of customers can benefit from the reforms.
- The 2025 Honda Activa 110 price after GST cut is more accessible with a benefit of up to ₹7,874.
- The 2025 Honda Activa 125 price after new GST cut is now cheaper by up to ₹8,259.
- The 2025 Honda Dio price new GST cut makes the scooter more affordable by up to ₹7,157 for the 110cc model and up to ₹8,042 for the 125cc model.
The 2025 Honda Activa 110 price after GST cut is more accessible with a benefit of up to ₹7,874. The price of Activa 6G, Activa 7G which is synonymous with Activa 110, is also reduced. The new price after GST cut for the Activa 6G (also known as Activa 5G or Activa 110) will be around ₹72,940, a drop from ₹81,045.
Model-wise GST benefits on all Honda bike models (ex-showroom Delhi)
| Model | Maximum GST Benefit (ex-showroom Delhi) |
| Activa 110 | Up to Rs 7,874 |
| Dio 110 | Up to Rs 7,157 |
| Activa 125 | Up to Rs 8,259 |
| Dio 125 | Up to Rs 8,042 |
| Shine 100 | Up to Rs 5,672 |
| Shine 100 DX | Up to Rs 6,256 |
| Livo 110 | Up to Rs 7,165 |
| Shine 125 | Up to Rs 7,443 |
| SP125 | Up to Rs 8,447 |
| CB125 Hornet | Up to Rs 9,229 |
| Unicorn | Up to Rs 9,948 |
| SP160 | Up to Rs 10,635 |
| Hornet 2.0 | Up to Rs 13,026 |
| NX200 | Up to Rs 13,978 |
| CB350 H’ness | Up to Rs 18,598 |
| CB350RS | Up to Rs 18,857 |
| CB350 | Up to Rs 18,887 |
On-Road Prices to Reduce After GST Cut
The new GST cut means that the on-road prices for both Honda scooters and Honda motorcycles will be reduced. The lower ex-showroom price directly impacts the cost of registration and insurance premiums, which are calculated as a percentage of the vehicle’s value. This makes the dream of owning a new Honda scooter or a new Honda motorcycle a reality for many more riders.
Price Table: New Prices After GST Cut to 18%
| Model | Old Price | New Price After GST Cut (18%) |
| Activa 110 | ₹92,565 | Est. ₹84,691 |
| Activa 125 | ₹99,670 | Est. ₹91,411 |
| Dio 110 | ₹86,312 | Est. ₹79,155 |
| Dio 125 | ₹92,217 | Est. ₹84,175 |
| Shine 100 | ₹75,950 | Est. ₹69,694 |
| Shine 125 | ₹89,245 | Est. ₹81,802 |
| SP125 | ₹93,468 | Est. ₹85,021 |
| Unicorn | ₹1,09,800 | Est. ₹99,852 |
| SP160 | ₹1,29,000 | Est. ₹1,18,365 |
| Hornet 2.0 | ₹1,58,049 | Est. ₹1,45,023 |
| CB350 H’ness | ₹2,16,356 | Est. ₹1,97,758 |
| CB350RS | ₹2,18,000 | Est. ₹1,99,143 |
| CB350 | ₹2,18,951 | Est. ₹2,00,064 |
Note: The new prices are estimated based on the maximum price benefit and the old ex-showroom prices mentioned in the provided sources.
FAQs on Honda Bikes GST Price Reduction
1. Why are Honda two-wheelers getting a price cut? The GST Council has reduced the GST rate on two-wheelers up to 350cc from 28% to 18%. Honda is passing on the full benefit to its customers.
2. When will the new prices be effective? The new prices are effective from September 22, 2025.
3. Which Honda models are affected by the GST price cut? The price cut applies to most Honda motorcycles and scooters with an engine capacity below 350cc, including the Activa, Dio, Shine, SP125, Unicorn, Hornet 2.0, NX200, and the CB350 series.
4. What is the maximum GST benefit on a Honda two-wheeler? The maximum benefit is up to ₹18,887 on the Honda CB350.
5. How much is the price cut on the 2025 Honda Activa 110? The 2025 Honda Activa 110 is now more affordable with a benefit of up to ₹7,874.
6. What is the 2025 Honda Activa 125 Price after new GST cut? The 2025 Honda Activa 125 is now cheaper by up to ₹8,259.
7. What is the 2025 Honda Dio Price new GST cut? The 2025 Honda Dio (110cc) has a price benefit of up to ₹7,157, while the 2025 Honda Dio 125 receives a benefit of up to ₹8,042.
8. What is the new price of the Honda Shine 100 after the GST cut? With a price cut of up to ₹5,672, the new estimated price for the 2025 Honda Shine 100 is around ₹69,694.
9. How much cheaper is the 2025 Honda Shine 125 price after new GST? The 2025 Honda Shine 125 is now more affordable by up to ₹7,443.
10. What is the 2025 Honda SP125 Price after GST cut? The 2025 Honda SP125 has a price benefit of up to ₹8,447.
11. Is the price cut on the Honda Unicorn significant? Yes, the price cut for the 2025 Honda Unicorn is up to ₹9,948.
12. What is the 2025 Honda Hornet 2.0 price after GST cut? The 2025 Honda Hornet 2.0 is now cheaper by up to ₹13,026.
13. What is the benefit on the 2025 Honda CB350 series? The 2025 Honda CB350 H’ness gets a benefit of up to ₹18,598, the 2025 Honda CB350RS up to ₹18,857, and the 2025 Honda CB350 up to ₹18,887.
14. Does the GST reduction apply to all two-wheelers in India? No, it applies only to two-wheelers with an engine capacity up to 350cc. Bikes over 350cc will now face a higher 40% GST.
15. What about the Honda CB300F price cut after new GST cut? The Honda CB300F has an engine capacity of 293cc, which falls under the new 18% GST slab, so it is also expected to receive a price cut.
16. What is the new GST rate on two-wheelers under 350cc? The new GST rate is 18%, down from 28%.
17. Is this a permanent price reduction? Yes, this is a permanent change resulting from a government GST reform.
18. Will the on-road prices of Honda scooters and motorcycles also reduce? Yes, the on-road prices for both Honda scooters and motorcycles will be lower due to the reduction in ex-showroom price, which also leads to a decrease in road tax and insurance costs.
19. What is the new estimated price of the 2025 Honda Activa 110? The new estimated price is around ₹84,691, down from the old price of ₹92,565.
20. What is the new estimated price of the 2025 Honda SP160? The new estimated price is around ₹1,18,365, down from the old price of ₹1,29,000.
21. What about Honda’s high-end bikes like the CB650R? Bikes over 350cc, like the CB650R, will face a higher 40% GST, which is expected to increase their prices.
22. How will this benefit first-time buyers? The price reduction makes popular models more accessible for first-time buyers, especially in rural and semi-urban markets.
23. What is the GST benefit for the 2025 Honda NX200? The 2025 Honda NX200 has a price benefit of up to ₹13,978.
24. Will the price of spare parts also go down? The GST on all auto components has been rationalized to a single 18% rate, which can bring down production costs.
25. How will the 2025 Honda Dio 125 price after new GST cut affect its competition? The price cut makes the 2025 Honda Dio 125 more competitive against rivals in the 125cc scooter segment.
26. What is the on-road price of the 2025 Honda SP125 after the GST cut? While the exact on-road price will vary by city, the reduction in ex-showroom price and associated taxes will make the final cost lower.
27. Did Honda’s press release mention any impact on electric scooters? The press release does not mention electric scooters, as their GST rate of 5% remains unchanged.
28. How does this compare to other brands? Other major two-wheeler manufacturers like Hero MotoCorp and Royal Enfield have also announced similar price cuts, making the entire sub-350cc segment more affordable.
29. What is the price cut on the 2025 Honda Shine 100 DX? The 2025 Honda Shine 100 DX has a price benefit of up to ₹6,256.
30. What is the price cut on the 2025 Honda Livo 110? The 2025 Honda Livo 110 will see a price cut of up to ₹7,165.
31. How much is the price cut on the 2025 Honda CB125 Hornet? The 2025 Honda CB125 Hornet will have a price benefit of up to ₹9,229.
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