The RX100 from Yamaha Motor India's stable, one of the most iconic bikes of the past, may soon return to the roads in a new avatar. The bike, which was manufactured between 1985 and 1996, has a cult following and is still in demand in the aftermarket, although the company ceased production 26 years ago. Because Yamaha still provides spare parts, many users have kept the strongest 100cc motorcycle of its time intact.
Modified Version of Yamaha RX 100
Eishin Chihana, Chairman, Yamaha Motor India said, “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 is impossible now. But, certainly giving the name to a new model is in our plan. Once we put the RX100 on a brand/some aspiring model ... the reincarnation with modern styling/flavour, is an enormous challenge.”
Modified Version of Yamaha RX 100
When asked about a launch date, Chihana said it could be after 2026 because the company has other models planned until 2025. “We have a plan, but we should not use the 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.”
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Yamaha RX 100 (Old Model) Specs and Price in India
In terms of the current business situation, Chihana stated that the company is conducting test runs and durability tests for its electric scooters, which will be released in the next three years. "Our engineers are working on it, and we will undoubtedly have an electric scooter in India by 2025. Yamaha already sells electric scooters in Taiwan and Europe, so we can start with those, adding that the company wants to launch a reliable electric scooter.”
We expect Yamaha in India to become the second largest export hub in the world, after Indonesia. Indonesia currently exports to 55 to 60 countries, Yamaha plans to expand the number of destinations available from the Indian hub, whether in the United States, Europe, or Japan. Currently, the company exports approximately three lakh two-wheelers from India, while Yamaha's Indonesia plant exports approximately 6.5 to 7 lakh units per year.
Source - The Hindu