Yamaha YZF R2
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₹ 2,30,500
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Mileage: 38 km/l (ARAI) | 34 km/l Real-World
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Estimated On-Road Price in Delhi
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₹ 2,30,500
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Key Specifications & Highlights
204 cc
Displacement
26.5 PS @ 10,000 rpm
Max Power
19.1 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Max Torque
Liquid Cooled
Cooling System
13 litres
Fuel Tank Capacity
1 (Single Cylinder DOHC)
Cylinders
149 kg
Kerb Weight
Dual Channel ABS
Brakes
Yamaha YZF R2 Overview & Review
The Yamaha YZF-R2 is Yamaha's all-new quarter-litre contender that made its historic Global Debut in India on August 27, 2026. Perfectly engineered to bridge the performance gap between the 155cc YZF-R15 and the 321cc twin-cylinder YZF-R3, the R2 packs a high-revving 204cc liquid-cooled 4-valve DOHC single-cylinder engine churning out 26.5 PS at 10,000 RPM and 19.1 Nm of torque at 8,000 RPM. Built around a lightweight high-tensile diamond chassis weighing just 149 kg, the YZF-R2 brings flagship technologies like a 5-inch color TFT display with Y-Connect turn-by-turn navigation, Traction Control System (TCS), 37mm champagne gold USD front forks, and a bi-directional quickshifter on the flagship R2M trim. Priced aggressively between ₹2,30,500 and ₹2,53,000 ex-showroom Delhi, it delivers pure supersport thrills with everyday urban usability.
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BikersDunia Expert Verdict: Pros & Cons
Things You Will Love (Pros)
Eager 204cc DOHC engine delivering punchy 26.5 PS with exhilarating top-end pull up to 10,000 RPM
Lightweight 149 kg kerb weight provides razor-sharp flickability and effortless low-speed maneuvering
Gold 37mm USD front forks and linked rear Monocross deliver exceptional front-end feedback and corner stability
Bi-directional quickshifter on R2M allows seamless, clutchless full-throttle upshifts and autoblip downshifts
Advanced electronics suite including Traction Control System (TCS) and Track/Street TFT screen layouts
Full-color 5-inch TFT console with Yamaha Y-Connect smartphone Bluetooth integration and turn-by-turn navigation
Aggressive M1-derived aerodynamic fairing with twin LED DRLs, bi-functional projector, and premium M-livery
Realistic fuel efficiency returning 38–42 kmpl, offering significantly lower running costs than twin-cylinder 300cc bikes
Things to Keep in Mind (Cons)
Aggressive supersport ergonomics with committed clip-on handlebars demand good core strength during heavy traffic commuting
Pillion accommodations are purely nominal, with a compact stepped perch and no dedicated grab handles
Firm track-oriented suspension damping transmits sharp expansion joints and broken road surfaces directly to the rider
Premium ₹2.30L–₹2.53L pricing places it in direct price competition with higher-displacement naked roadsters
Single-cylinder engine sound lacks the acoustic bass and twin-cylinder melody of the Yamaha R3
Yamaha YZF R2 FAQs & Answers
The Yamaha YZF-R2 made its Global Debut in India on August 27, 2026. It is manufactured domestically in India and is available for booking and retail delivery across India Yamaha Motor's premium Blue Square dealership network nationwide.
The Yamaha YZF-R2 starts at ₹2,30,500 ex-showroom Delhi for the Standard variant, while the flagship Yamaha YZF-R2M with the bi-directional quickshifter and M-inspired silver/blue livery is priced at ₹2,53,000.
The YZF-R2 is powered by a 204cc single-cylinder, 4-stroke, 4-valve, liquid-cooled DOHC fuel-injected engine. It generates 26.5 PS of maximum power at 10,000 RPM and 19.1 Nm of peak torque at 8,000 RPM.
The Yamaha YZF-R2 is a domestically manufactured 204cc single-cylinder supersport producing 26.5 PS, weighing 149 kg, equipped with a 5-inch TFT screen, traction control, and priced at ₹2.30L–₹2.53L. The Yamaha YZF-R3 is an imported CBU 321cc parallel-twin producing 42 PS, weighing 169 kg, featuring an LCD console, and priced at ₹3,39,028.
Yes. Traction Control System (TCS) is standard across all variants of the YZF-R2. A factory bi-directional quickshifter (enabling clutchless upshifts and downshifts) is standard equipment on the flagship YZF-R2M variant and available as an official Yamaha genuine accessory on the Standard variant.
In mixed Indian riding conditions, the Yamaha YZF-R2 delivers an observed fuel efficiency of approximately 34–37 kmpl in stop-and-go city traffic and 40–44 kmpl on open highway cruising, yielding an overall average of around 38–42 kmpl. With its 13-litre fuel tank, safe touring range exceeds 480 km per tank.
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Yamaha YZF R2 Variants & Prices
| Variant | Ex-Showroom Price | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
Yamaha YZF R2 Standard Selected | ₹ 2,30,500 | Standard |
Yamaha YZF R2M | ₹ 2,53,000 | Standard |
Yamaha YZF R2 Standard
Standard
Yamaha YZF R2M
Standard
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