Now that the GST 2.0 amendments set by the Government of India have come into effect, motorcycles above the 350 cc displacement mark now fall in the higher tax bracket. This higher GST bracket of 40% is usually reserved for things that the government considers “sin goods”. With this move, 350cc+ motorcycles now become more expensive than before.
OEMs are taking steps to navigate these revised GST structures for motorcycles. Veteran Indian 2W and 3W manufacturer, Bajaj Auto, is making more progress and bringing some of its 350cc+ Triumph, Bajaj and KTM motorcycles up to 350cc. The first of these updated 350cc offerings will be launched on April 6, 2026. Here’s a closer look.
Triumph 350 bike launch
Currently, Triumph Motorcycles India in partnership with Bajaj offers the Speed 400, Speed T4, Scrambler 400X and Thruxton 400. All these four motorcycles are expected to undergo this engine modification exercise under the 350 cc displacement limit to fall into the lower GST tax bracket.
Their names are likely to be changed to Speed 350, Scrambler 350X and Thruxton 350. This new and revised lineup will use a smaller version of the 398cc engine that is currently offered. To comply with the 350cc limit, the bore could be reduced while the stroke could be retained to displace around 348cc or 349cc.
With the stroke intact (presumed), there could be more low-end and mid-range performance with the upcoming Triumph 350 bike. As far as performance is concerned, there will be a drop from the current 39 bhp and 37.5 Nm. This upcoming 350cc engine from Triumph is speculated to produce around 35 bhp and 34 Nm.
It will still be a liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine with a 4V/cylinder DOHC head and will still be mated to a slipper clutch and 6-speed gearbox. Along with the revised engine, there will be changes in the performance characteristics as well.
Will there be updated devices?
Since Bajaj and Triumph are working on a major update for the Speed 400, Speed T4, Scrambler 400X and Thruxton 400, one can expect an updated equipment list. Features like turn-by-turn navigation, bi-directional quick-shifter, TFT instrument cluster with cruise control and others could improve the overall package, but the chances are slim.
There will be revision in the price also. Currently, the Triumph range starts at Rs 1.95 lakh for the Speed T4, followed by Rs 2.39 lakh for the Speed 400, Rs 2.7 lakh for the Scrambler 400X and Rs 2.76 lakh for the Thruxton 400 (all prices ex-sh). The prices of the Triumph 350 bike will be announced on April 6, 2026.
