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New Yamaha RX 100 India Launch - Here’s What We Know So Far

New Yamaha RX 100 India Launch - Here’s What We Know So Far

Yamaha RX100 had a huge fan following in the Indian two-wheeler market. Powerful performance and the stylish design of the bike made it popular among Indian speed enthusiasts in a short span of time. It still has the same demand in the Indian market even after the discontinuation of the bike 26 years ago. Some users are still riding the bike with some alterations since the bikemaker is offering spare parts of it. 

Now, it is great news for the Yamaha RX100 lovers in the country since Mr Eishin Chihana, Chairman of Yamaha Motor India has stated that the bike could come back to the country. “We want to bring back the RX100 brand but there are two points — RX100 is a two-stroke engine and complying with the BS6 engine in it is impossible now. But, certainly giving the name to a new model is in our plan. Having said that, once we put the RX100 on a brand/some aspiring model ... the reincarnation with modern styling/ flavour is a big challenge”, he told. 

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Quick Details About The Original Model of The Yamaha RX100

As per the statement by the chairman, it is clear that the bike will come to our shores in a new avatar and with new technology. Since the old bike was offered with a two-stroke engine and also there was a carburettor system, it will not be possible for the maker to compliant it with BS6 norms. Therefore, they need to bring it with new fuel-injection technology. Also, it will most probably be an absolutely new bike with an RX100 name tag. 

Moreover, when the expected launch time was asked to Mr Eishin Chihana, they added that it could only be feasible around 2026 because till then the brand has already a slew of bikes in the pipeline. They stated, “We have a plan, but we should not use RX100 name so easily ... it will ruin the image. RX100 cannot be a quick plan/decision ... it should be an impactful package with a powerful engine and design.”

Further speaking of the current trends in the two-wheeler segment, the Chairman said that they are working on the upcoming electric scooters in the country which are under testing process now. “Our engineers are working on it and by 2025, we will definitely have an electric scooter in India. Yamaha already has electric scooters in Taiwan and Europe, so we can import those here, to begin with. We are looking at all options right now — to import it as a completely built unit (CBU), completely knocked down unit (CKD) or assemble here with more localisation.”

Quick Facts about the Yamaha RX100 (Old Model)

  • 98cc, 2-stroke, air-cooled engine
  • Maximum power of 11 BHP @ 7500 RPM
  • Maximum torque of 10.39 Nm @ 6500 rpm
  • 4-speed transmission
  • Top speed of 100 KMPH
  • 0-60 KMPH in 7.5 seconds
  • Dry weight of the bike is 95 Kg
  • Front suspension - Japanese Kayaba telescopic fork, oil damped
  • Rear suspension - Swing arm, coil spring, oil damped
  • Front and rear brakes - 130mm internal expanding drum brakes

 

Related Questions and Answers

Most Popular Answers for Yamaha RX100
Is Yamaha RX100 road legal?
2023-09-14 09:13:07 AM

This bike is perfectly street legal to sell and any Yamaha dealer can buy this bike. They actually have a new model called RX Saluto. Dimensions are small like the original. However it features a four stroke 100cc engine instead of the torque induced two stroke engine of the original.

How to increase Yamaha RX100 mileage?
2023-09-11 10:36:47 AM

First and most importantly get a well calibrated expansion chamber for your exhaust system to maintain good back pressure in the combustion chamber. Clean your carbs regularly and use a good air filter. Lube your bike chain and all the moving parts.

Why is Yamaha RX100 the best?
2023-09-11 10:35:11 AM

With its lightweight body and high power output, the resulting power to weight ratio of the bike made it the best 100 cc bike ever built for mass production, and as a result there is still a high demand for it many years after it ceased production.

What is special in Yamaha RX100?
2023-09-11 10:34:20 AM

The RX 100 had a nimble body and accelerated like a rocket, hence the name pocket rocket. It had a 98-cc, single cylinder two-stroke air cooled engine which produced 11 bhp of power and 10.39 Nm of torque.

Can I buy a brand new Yamaha RX100 from company showroom?
2022-12-29 06:10:22 AM
Yamaha RX-100 has been discontinued since a long time and it is not available in any of the Yamaha showroom. It could only be bought from the used motorcycle market or you can consider the new Yamaha Saluto RX 110 with the same moniker. It is not as fast as the RX100 but carries the same moniker from the classic bike. RX100 was powered by a 2-stroke engine that was good for 11 BHP and 10.39 Nm of torque. It claimed a top speed of 100 kmph and was extremely lightweight at just 103 kg. You can find one on OLX or Quickr. Know more about RX 100 here - https://autos.maxabout.com/bikes/yamaha/rx/rx-100

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