Royal Enfield has raised the price of the Classic 350 for the third time in 2026, and this round brings no new features to justify it.
The increase is up to Rs 2,000 and applies to all nine colour options. The cheapest Classic 350, the Redditch Red, now starts at Rs 1.89 lakh (ex-showroom, Chennai). The most expensive colours, Emerald and Signature White, have reached Rs 2.26 lakh.
The New Price List
All prices are ex-showroom, Chennai:
- Redditch Red: Rs 1.89 lakh
- Madras Red: Rs 1.96 lakh
- Medallion Bronze: Rs 2.01 lakh
- Commando Sand: Rs 2.12 lakh
- Gorkha Green: Rs 2.12 lakh
- Gun Grey: Rs 2.21 lakh
- Stealth Black: Rs 2.21 lakh
- Emerald: Rs 2.26 lakh
- Signature White: Rs 2.26 lakh
The Gorkha Edition, launched in August at Rs 2.11 lakh, moved up by only about Rs 1,000. The old prices for the other colours were not available in the reports we reviewed, so we cannot give a variant-by-variant before-and-after figure.
Third Hike in Nine Months
This follows earlier increases in January, reportedly Rs 2,025, and in July, reportedly Rs 2,000. If each hike was at its maximum, the Classic 350 now costs roughly Rs 6,000 more than it did at the start of the year. The company has not given a reason for any of the increases, and no mechanical or feature changes came with this one.
What You Are Paying For
The motorcycle still uses the J-series 349cc single-cylinder engine, which makes 20.2hp and 27Nm and works with a five-speed gearbox. A slipper and assist clutch were added in an earlier update. Detailed specs are on Royal Enfield's website.
What It Means for Buyers
An extra Rs 2,000 on a Rs 2 lakh motorcycle is about 1%, so it will not change many buying decisions. It does, however, narrow the gap to rivals such as the Honda CB350 and the Triumph Bonneville 400, which was launched this week from Rs 2.55 lakh. The Classic still holds a clear price advantage in the 350cc retro space.
If you are planning a purchase, check with your dealer whether festive offers or accessory bundles offset the new price. Prices at your local dealer will differ after taxes and registration.
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