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Shine On Road Price in Chennai
₹ 82,449ex-showroom · last updated 2026
- Engine
- 123.94cc
- Power
- 10.59bhp
- Weight
- 113kg
03 / On-Road Price
Honda Shine On-Road Price in Chennai (2026)
The on-road price of Honda Shine in Chennai, Tamil Nadu is ₹98,746. This is the total amount you pay at the showroom before you ride the bike home - and it is always higher than the ex-showroom price you see advertised online.
Here is how the on-road price in Chennai breaks down:
- Ex-showroom price: ₹82,449 - the manufacturer's listed price before state taxes
- Road tax (RTO): ₹6,596 - calculated at 8% of the ex-showroom price in Tamil Nadu
- Insurance charges: ₹6,201 - covers mandatory third-party cover plus own-damage insurance for the first year
- Dealer/handling charges: ₹3,500 - covers pre-delivery inspection, number plate, and documentation
Road tax in Tamil Nadu is the biggest variable when comparing on-road prices across cities. Buyers in states with higher road tax slabs pay more even when the ex-showroom price is identical. Chennai falls under Tamil Nadu's registration framework, so the 8% rate applies directly to your ₹82,449 ex-showroom price.
Insurance breakdown The mandatory third-party (TP) insurance premium for a 125cc motorcycle is fixed by IRDAI and applies uniformly across India. Own-damage (OD) insurance is optional but strongly recommended for the first 2-3 years - it covers theft, accidents, and natural calamities. Together, TP and OD insurance add ₹6,201 to your first-year cost. Renewals from Year 2 onwards are typically 30-40% lower since you pay only TP (mandatory) or choose a standalone OD plan.
Dealer charges The ₹3,500 in dealer fees covers pre-delivery inspection, temporary registration, number plate fabrication, and documentation. This is largely non-negotiable, but some dealers bundle accessories or a free first service - always worth asking.
The total on-road price of Honda Shine in Chennai works out to ₹98,746 as of 2026.
On-Road Price in Chennai
Tamil Nadu — based on base variant (ex-showroom)
| Ex-Showroom Price | ₹82,449 |
| Road Tax (8%) | ₹6,596 |
| InsuranceThird Party (5yr): ₹3,851 | Own Damage (1yr): ₹2,350 | ₹6,201 |
| Other ChargesHandling, smart card, number plate | ₹3,500 |
| On-Road Price | ₹98,746 |
Tamil Nadu levies 8% road tax on two-wheelers, applied to the ex-showroom price. The state has one of the more competitive road tax rates in South India. Registration is handled at the local RTO, and prices are consistent across Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai, and other cities.
| Variant | Ex-Showroom | On-Road (Chennai) |
|---|---|---|
| Shine Drum | ₹ 82,449 | ₹98,746 |
| Shine Disc | ₹ 86,809 | ₹1,03,579 |
| Shine Limited Edition | ₹ 87,838 | ₹1,04,719 |
* 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.
Before finalising your purchase in Chennai, spend a few minutes on two checks: first, visit 2-3 Honda authorised dealerships to compare their service packages and delivery timelines - prices are fixed but after-sales commitments vary. Second, get an insurance quote from at least one independent insurer alongside the dealer's in-house offer - independent quotes are often 10-15% cheaper on the own-damage component.
The ₹98,746 total assumes standard insurance and registration. If you opt for a zero-depreciation add-on or a longer-term insurance plan, the first-year cost will be slightly higher but claims become significantly easier.
Honda Shine in Tamil Nadu qualifies for Honda's standard 3-year/42,000 km warranty from the date of registration in Chennai. Keep your registration and purchase documents handy for any warranty claims at your nearest authorised Honda service centre.