Kawasaki KLX230 & KLX230R S Prices Slashed After GST Cut – Big Savings for Riders

GST Revision Brings Major Savings for KLX230 and KLX230R. Now costs Rs. 16,000 and Rs. 15,000 less, with a final price of Rs. 1.84 lakh and Rs. 1.79 lakh in India, respectively.

Kawasaki KLX230 and KLX230R S Price Drop in India: The KLX230 and KLX230R S have been reduced in price by Rs 16,000 and Rs 15,000, respectively, by Kawasaki India. Both bikes are now subject to 18 per cent GST instead of the previous 28 percent. With the implementation of the 2025 GST amendments on September 22, all motorbikes with engines up to 350cc were placed in the 18 percent tax category, making them more affordable for consumers. For those who are curious, the Kawasaki KLX230R S is designed only for track riding, whilst the KLX230 is an adventure bike that is legal to ride on the road.

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KLX230 Pricing

Kawasaki had started localising the KLX230’s production earlier this year in August, which led to its exorbitant pricing of Rs 1.30. The new model was priced at Rs 1.99 lakh post the beginning of local manufacturing in India. However, because of the GST amendment, the price has further decreased to about Rs 1.84 lakh, making it a very cost-effective purchase.

From CBU to Local Manufacturing

Kawasaki KLW230 was sold through the CBU method for a significantly higher price of Rs 3.30 lakh prior to the start of local production. Following several price cuts, it now costs between Rs 1.62-1.71 lakh, which is the same as its fiercest competitor, the Hero Xpulse 210. Battle Grey/Bright White/Ebony, and Lime Green are the two colour options for the KLX230.

Key Features and Mechanical Highlights of KLX230

Supported by a perimeter chassis made of high-tensile steel, the Kawasaki KLX230 boasts a number of high-end amenities, including a 21-inch front wheel, switchable ABS, an all-digital LCD instrument panel, and dual LED headlamps. Its core is a 233cc air-cooled single-cylinder engine that produces a maximum power output of 18.4 bhp and a maximum torque of 19 Nm when mated to a 6-speed gearbox.

KLX230R S Sees Massive Price Drop

The previous pricing of the track-only KLX230R S was Rs 5.21 lakh. But after local manufacture, the price dropped sharply to Rs 1.94 lakh in August 2025, a huge saving of Rs 3.27 lakh. Due to the 2025 GST revisions, it has now been further reduced by Rs 15,000, bringing the total price down to Rs 1.79 lakh. Over 95% of the KLX230R S is locally made at Kawasaki’s Chakan, Pune, facility.

Track-Only Variant

Several standard features, including ORVMs, headlights, turn indicators, and grab rails, are absent from the non-road legal KLX230R S. One fully-loaded model with the Lime Green colour option is available for purchase. It has the same mechanical setup as the normal KLX230, including the same engine and transmission.

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PPX Saying

Kawasaki’s KLX230 and KLX230R S are now much more reasonably priced thanks to the most recent GST 2025 amendments, which have improved their value proposition in the sub-350cc motorcycle market. In addition to cutting expenses, Kawasaki has improved its competitiveness against competitors like Hero Xpulse 210 by implementing aggressive price reductions and over 95% localised production.

The KLX230R S appeals to track enthusiasts with its performance-focused, minimalist setup, while the KLX230 provides an affordable introduction to road-legal adventure bicycling. When taken as a whole, these changes demonstrate how local production and modifications to the GST law are changing the luxury two-wheeler market in India and making speciality bikes much more affordable for fans.