Keeway India refreshes its unique V302C cruiser with a striking new yellow colour option for 2026, priced at Rs 4.22 lakh ex-showroom. The 298cc V-twin remains the star attraction – one of India’s most affordable parallel-twin cruisers – now benefiting from recent GST rationalization that brings pricing closer to pre-tax-era levels.

Vibrant New Colour Joins Lineup
2026 colour palette:

Colour Availability Notes
Yellow NEW 2026 Fresh, eye-catching contrast
Red Carryover Sporty classic
Black Carryover Timeless cruiser black
No mechanical changes – retains proven formula that stands out against single-cylinder rivals.

V-Twin Powertrain & Chassis
298cc liquid-cooled V-twin (parallel-twin configuration):

29.5hp @ 8,500rpm

26.5Nm @ 6,500rpm

Belt drive transmission (low maintenance)

6-speed gearbox

Suspension & Braking:

Component Specification
Front Telescopic forks
Rear Twin shocks (preload adjustable)
Front Brake 300mm disc
Rear Brake 240mm disc
Safety Dual-channel ABS
Ergonomics:

Single-piece seat (cruiser posture)

15L fuel tank

Cast alloy wheels (17-inch front/rear)

Height: 1,050mm

Claimed mileage: 36 kmpl

Feature-Packed Digital Package
Modern cruiser tech:

Fully digital instrument cluster

All-LED lighting (headlight, tail lamp, indicators)

USB charging port

Low weight: ~177kg (kerb)

Strategic Price Repositioning
Recent pricing evolution:

Period Ex-Showroom Price Change Driver
Pre-GST ~Rs 4.29 lakh Original launch
Post-GST Rationalization Rs 3.99 lakh AARI tax benefits
2026 Update Rs 4.22 lakh New colour premium
Competitive positioning:

Bike Engine Price (ex-Delhi) Key Differentiator
Keeway V302C 298cc V-Twin Rs 4.22L V-Twin rumble
Royal Enfield Classic 350 349cc Single Rs 1.95-2.30L Heritage styling
Honda CB350 H’ness 348cc Single Rs 2.10L Refined retro
Triumph Speed Twin 900 900cc Parallel Twin Rs 8.84L Premium twin
Keeway India Portfolio Context
Current lineup (Adishwar Auto Ride India):

V302C – V-twin cruiser (Rs 4.22L)

SR 125 – Retro scooter

SR 250 – Quarter-litre retro

V302C positioning: Unique V-twin experience at half the price of premium twins like Triumph Bonneville T100.

Market Strategy & Appeal
Target buyer:

Cruiser enthusiasts bored of single-cylinder RE/Honda

V-twin sound seekers avoiding litre-class premiums

Modern features + belt drive = low ownership costs

Rs 4.22 lakh strikes perfect balance – Rs 23k GST savings passed to consumers + new yellow hue refreshes appeal without mechanical reinvestment.

V-Twin revolution: Keeway V302C delivers parallel-twin character at commuter prices. Yellow shade steals spotlight in sea of black RE Classics.