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Africa Twin On Road Price in Kochi
₹16.02 Lakhex-showroom · last updated 2026
- Engine
- 1,082cc
- Power
- 97.89bhp
- Mileage
- 24kmpl
- Weight
- 249kg
03 / On-Road Price
Honda Africa Twin On-Road Price in Kochi, Kerala - 2026
The on-road price of Honda Africa Twin in Kochi, Kerala, is ₹17,93,880 for the MT variant. This is the total amount you will pay to ride the bike out of the showroom, and it includes several components on top of the ex-showroom price of ₹16,01,500.
Here is how the ₹17,93,880 breaks down:
- Ex-Showroom Price: ₹16,01,500 - this is the base price set by Honda India and is the same across all dealers in Kerala.
- Road Tax (RTO): ₹1,28,120 - calculated at 8% of the ex-showroom price. Kerala applies this rate to bikes above 1000 cc. Road tax is a one-time state government levy and is non-negotiable.
- Insurance: ₹60,760 - this covers both third-party insurance (mandatory by law, calculated based on engine capacity) and own-damage cover for the first year. For a 1082 cc bike like the Africa Twin, insurance premiums are higher than for smaller bikes.
- Other Charges: ₹3,500 - this includes dealer handling charges, temporary registration, and documentation fees.
The DCT variant carries a higher ex-showroom price, which increases the road tax component proportionally - on-road price for the DCT in Kochi will be approximately Rs 1.7-2.0 lakh more than the MT.
The Honda Africa Twin is a premium adventure tourer, and on-road costs reflect that. Budgeting for accessories - panniers, crash guards, auxiliary lights, and proper ADV riding gear - adds another Rs 80,000-1,50,000 to your total outlay. Factor this into your purchase plan before booking.
On-Road Price in Kochi
Kerala — based on base variant (ex-showroom)
| Ex-Showroom Price | ₹16,01,500 |
| Road Tax (8%) | ₹1,28,120 |
| InsuranceThird Party (5yr): ₹15,117 | Own Damage (1yr): ₹45,643 | ₹60,760 |
| Other ChargesHandling, smart card, number plate | ₹3,500 |
| On-Road Price | ₹17,93,880 |
Kerala charges 8% road tax on two-wheelers, applied to the ex-showroom price. The state has a well-developed transportation network and the RTO registration process is straightforward. On-road prices are consistent across Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode, and other cities.
| Variant | Ex-Showroom | On-Road (Kochi) |
|---|---|---|
| Manual | ₹ 16,01,500 | ₹17,93,880 |
| DCT | ₹ 17,55,500 | ₹19,64,589 |
* On-road prices are indicative. Includes road tax at 8%, 5-year third-party insurance, 1-year own-damage insurance, and other charges. Actual prices may vary by dealer.
When buying the Honda Africa Twin in Kochi, a few practical tips: first, compare insurance quotes from at least two providers - Honda's in-house insurer is convenient but not always the cheapest. Second, ask your dealer about the Honda Care extended warranty (available up to 5 years) and service packages - these can be bundled at the time of purchase for better pricing. Third, road tax in Kerala is fixed and paid directly to the RTO - no dealer can legitimately charge you more or less. If the on-road price of ₹17,93,880 quoted by a dealer differs significantly from this breakdown, ask for an itemised invoice. For the 2026 relaunch model, prices are expected to be similar to the last recorded ex-showroom figures; confirm final pricing with your nearest Honda BigWing dealership in Kochi.