Archive · 27 Aug 2026
Yamaha YZF-R2 Launches In India From ₹2.30 Lakh
Yamaha has introduced a new motorcycle called the YZF-R2 in India.
Its starting price is ₹230,500 before other showroom charges.
The most expensive version, called the R2 M, costs ₹253,000.
The bike is expected to begin shipping or reach dealerships in September 2026.
It has a 204cc engine and weighs 149kg.
Reports differ slightly on whether the engine makes 26.1 bhp or 26.5 bhp, but both list 19.1 Nm of torque.
Riders can choose from several riding modes and all models have traction control.
Higher versions add equipment such as a quick shifter, TFT screen, adjustable controls and a Smart Key.
Yamaha says the bike is the lightest in its class.
Yamaha Motor India has launched the YZF-R2 in India at ₹230,500 ex-showroom, while the R2 M costs ₹253,000.
The motorcycle is offered in three variants and five colours, with deliveries or shipping scheduled for September 2026.
Its new 204cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine is reported to produce either 26.1 bhp or 26.5 bhp and 19.1 Nm.
The 149kg motorcycle gets a six-speed gearbox, assist-and-slip clutch, inverted forks, rear monoshock, disc brakes and dual-channel ABS.
Features include traction control, riding modes, a TFT display, smartphone connectivity and variant-specific equipment such as a quick shifter and Smart Key System.
- Who
- Yamaha Motor India launched the Yamaha YZF-R2.
- What
- The company introduced the YZF-R2 motorcycle in India, with prices starting at ₹230,500 ex-showroom.
- When
- The launch was reported with deliveries or shipping scheduled for September 2026.
- Where
- India, including Yamaha Blue Square dealerships.
- Why
- The YZF-R2 expands Yamaha’s R-series lineup and marks the brand’s entry into the 200cc motorcycle segment, according to one report.
First report
Second report
Engine power
First report
Reports the 204cc engine produces 26.5 bhp and 19.1 Nm.
Second report
Reports the engine produces 26.1 bhp and 19.1 Nm.
Display and riding modes
First report
Says the motorcycle has a 5-inch TFT display and Yamaha Ride Control with Street, Sport and Rain modes; the R2 M adds further equipment.
Second report
Lists four riding modes—Street, Rain, Sport and Custom—and says the R2 M additionally gets a TFT screen.
Availability wording
First report
Says shipping to Yamaha Blue Square dealerships is scheduled for mid-September 2026.
Second report
States that deliveries begin in September 2026 without specifying mid-month timing.
- Starting price
- ₹230,500 ex-showroom for the base YZF-R2
- Top variant
- R2 M priced at ₹253,000 ex-showroom
- Variants and colours
- Three variants and five colours
- Engine
- 204cc liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine
- Reported output
- 26.1 bhp in one report and 26.5 bhp in another; peak torque is 19.1 Nm
- Weight
- 149kg
- Scheduled availability
- Shipping or deliveries are scheduled for September 2026
