Overview
- Yamaha launched the YZF‑R2 on Thursday, August 27, with ex‑showroom prices set at Rs 2,30,500 for the base R2, Rs 2,39,500 for the Quick Shifter variant, and Rs 2,53,000 for the range‑topping R2M.
- Power comes from a newly developed 204cc, liquid‑cooled DOHC single‑cylinder engine that produces about 26.5 PS and 19.1 Nm and is paired to a six‑speed gearbox with an assist-and‑slipper clutch.
- The bike rides on a new high‑tensile steel diamond frame and weighs 149 kg kerb, with USD front forks, a MotoGP‑inspired swingarm and a 14 kg frame claimed to aid agility.
- Electronics include a five‑inch TFT screen, dual‑channel ABS, traction control, three Yamaha Ride Control modes and a bi‑directional quickshifter on the mid and top trims, while the R2M adds adjustable suspension and a smart key.
- Bookings opened earlier this month with a refundable Rs 10,000 token and Yamaha says deliveries will begin from mid‑September through its Blue Square dealer network, creating a new rival to the KTM RC 200 and Hero Karizma XMR in India.