The strategic alliance between Bajaj and Triumph has brought forth a 400cc motorcycle range, including the Speed 400, Scrambler 400X, and other models. This line aims to provide access to Triumph’s motorcycling history.
The recent GST reforms have led to higher prices for these bikes, placing them in a 40% tax bracket. Bajaj has announced it will adjust its portfolio to include more models under 350cc to mitigate the impact of increased prices.
There is a possibility that Bajaj is planning to release a new 350cc bike lineup. This new range could be launched within the year, with existing 400cc models potentially being transitioned. The following provides insight into the prospective changes for the new 350cc bikes.
New Bajaj Triumph 350cc Bikes
Bajaj has KTM and Triumph under its umbrella, and Triumph may feel the greatest impact of the higher GST. This is because Bajaj and KTM have smaller displacement bikes. This may be a catalyst for Bajaj and Triumph to devise a new 350cc portfolio and then replace the 400cc with this new engine in India.
It has been reported that Triumph might maintain the high-displacement models for export, while the 350cc portfolio is retained for India.
The Bajaj Triumph 350cc engine is likely based on the same 399cc block used in the Speed 400 and other bikes. The company may employ a shorter stroke to reduce the total displacement to about 350cc. Bajaj is known for altering mechanical parts to create varied versions, as seen with the Speed T4.