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Yamaha Showcases Electric Motocross Concept and Updated R7 at EICMA 2025
Yamaha showed off two new motorcycles at a big event called EICMA.
One is a new electric dirt bike concept called the YE-01.
It's Yamaha's first step into electric motocross racing and they are working with another company to make it.
They have experience with electric bikes from other races.
The other motorcycle is an updated version of their R7 sports bike for the year 2026.
This R7 is getting better handling, a new screen, and advanced safety features like traction control, using technology from Yamaha's bigger R1 bike.
Both bikes show that Yamaha is looking to both new electric technology and improving its popular gasoline-powered models.
Yamaha debuted the YE-01 Electric Motocross Concept and the 2026 Yamaha R7 at EICMA 2025.
The YE-01 is Yamaha's first foray into electric motocross, developed with Electric Motion SAS for the upcoming MXEP series.
Yamaha has prior electric racing experience with its TY-E trials bike and supplying Formula E components.
The 2026 Yamaha R7 receives a revised chassis, updated electronics, a 5-inch TFT display, and a 6-axis IMU for advanced rider aids.
The 2026 R7 is powered by a 698cc twin-cylinder engine producing 73.4 bhp and 68 Nm of torque.
- Who
- Yamaha
- What
- Unveiled the YE-01 Electric Motocross Concept and the updated 2026 Yamaha R7 motorcycle.
- Where
- Milan
- When
- EICMA 2025
- Why
- To showcase future directions in both electric off-road racing and advancements in their performance petrol-powered motorcycles.
Yamaha's Dual Focus
Market Interpretation
Future of Motorsports
Yamaha's Dual Focus
Yamaha is embracing the future of off-road racing with the YE-01 Electric Motocross Concept, demonstrating its commitment to electric performance and innovation.
Market Interpretation
The YE-01 is seen as Yamaha's bold entry into electric motocross, leveraging their experience in electric trials and Formula E to develop a competitive off-road electric bike.
Performance Evolution
Yamaha's Dual Focus
The 2026 R7 represents an evolution of a successful petrol-powered sports bike, enhancing its performance, handling, and rider technology.
Market Interpretation
The updated R7 is an upgrade to an existing sporty model, incorporating advanced electronics and chassis improvements to further solidify its position in the market.
Key facts
- New Concept Motorcycle
- YE-01 Electric Motocross Concept
- Electric Concept Partner
- Electric Motion SAS
- Electric Motocross Series
- MXEP (starting 2026)
- Updated Production Motorcycle
- 2026 Yamaha R7
- R7 Engine
- 698cc twin-cylinder
- R7 Power Output
- 73.4 bhp
- R7 Torque Output
- 68 Nm
- R7 New Features
- 6-axis IMU, 5-inch TFT display, advanced rider aids (traction, slide, wheelie, launch control)
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