KARACHI: Bike ownership continues to be a requirement for transport to college, to work, and for delivery services speeding through city streets. Yet, the daily need is likely to become slightly more costly, with a hike in Climate Support Levy expected within the new Budget 2026-27.
Combustion engine bikes from all manufacturers, from Honda and Suzuki to others, will also see an increase from 1 to 3 % of the invoice price.
If confirmed, the changes will be applied from July 2026, when the federal budget will be in effect, and will be translated to revised prices for all the major two-wheeler manufacturers in Pakistan.
Expected prices of Honda CD 70 and CG 125 are to range from Rs 163,000–164,000 and from Rs 238,500 to Rs 243,000, respectively. Likewise, Honda CB 150. Suzuki GS 150 and Suzuki GR 150, which are priced now from Rs 266,000 to Rs 309,000 and Rs 295,000 to Rs 335,000, respectively.
Higher- and mid-range bikes are expected to be proportionately affected, while even entry-level vehicles like the United US70 and Road Prince RP70 are to see modest price increases, amounting to over Rs 8,000 and Rs 11,000, respectively.
The possible price hike comes at a time when motorcycles are a key pillar of daily commute across Pakistan-millions of bikes are sold each year, and many working-class households, students, and lower-income individuals depend on their two-wheeled vehicles for their livelihood and travel.
The already inflation-stricken Pakistan already bears many taxes that include petroleum levy, carbon charges, sales tax on fuel, along with registration fee, excise duty, withholding tax, and other additional charges that are levied on the purchase of a vehicle. Climate Support Levy will add to the existing pressure for the future buyers of a CD 70, among others.
It is only a proposed measure so far, and the final decision will only be known after the federal Budget 2026-27 is presented on Friday.