Overview

• Effective September 22, the new regime cuts GST to 18% for two-wheelers up to 350cc and most auto components, while motorcycles above 350cc move to a 40% slab.
• Mainstream OEMs have passed the reduction to buyers with model-wise cuts; Suzuki reports savings up to Rs 18,024 and Kawasaki extends lower prices to spares, apparel and accessories.
• Bajaj is keeping ex-showroom prices unchanged for India-made Triumph 400s and KTM 390 models despite the higher tax, while passing the 18% GST benefit to sub-350cc bikes.
• Piaggio is shielding Aprilia’s 457 range by absorbing the levy and adding benefits worth over Rs 35,000 on the RS 457, even as brands like Royal Enfield raised prices on 450–650cc models.
• The go-live coincided with Navratri, with Maruti Suzuki reporting about 30,000 deliveries and 80,000 inquiries, Hyundai around 11,000 dealer billings, and Tata Motors 10,000 deliveries on Day 1.