Yamaha R2 launched in India: New 204cc bike focusing on lightweight sits above R15; check price, engine, variants, riding modes and key specifications

Yamaha Motor India has officially launched the new YZF-R2 in the country, positioning the 204cc supersport above the popular R15 in its R-series line-up. The motorcycle comes in three variants and gets a 204cc liquid-cooled engine producing 26.5hp and 19.1Nm.

The new Yamaha R2 also brings features such as traction control, a slipper clutch, three riding modes and dual-channel ABS across the range. Prices start at Rs 2.30 lakh and go up to Rs 2.53 lakh, ex-showroom Delhi.

Yamaha R2 engine and performance

The Yamaha YZF-R2 uses a new 204cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine. It produces 26.5hp and 19.1Nm of peak torque. Yamaha has built the motorcycle around a lightweight diamond frame that weighs 14kg.

The R2 has a kerb weight of 149kg, giving it a power-to-weight ratio of 177.85hp per tonne. The motorcycle therefore offers a clear step up in performance over the R15 while retaining a relatively light construction.

Yamaha R2 variants and features

Yamaha will offer the R2 in three variants. All versions get traction control, a slipper clutch, dual-channel ABS and a 5-inch TFT display.

The motorcycle also gets three riding modes: Street, Sport and Rain. These modes allow riders to adjust the bike's riding characteristics according to road and weather conditions.

The mid-spec variant adds a bidirectional quickshifter and body-coloured alloy wheels. The range-topping R2M gets an adjustable front fork, adjustable levers and a faux-suede seat, along with cosmetic changes such as embossed badging.

Yamaha R2 price in India

Yamaha has priced the new R2 between Rs 2.30 lakh and Rs 2.53 lakh, ex-showroom Delhi. The base version therefore sits close to the KTM RC 200, which currently carries a starting price of Rs 2.32 lakh.

Yamaha will make the R2 available through its Blue Square dealerships from mid-September. Bookings for the motorcycle have already opened with a refundable token amount of Rs 10,000.

Yamaha R2 vs R15

The R2 will sit above the R15 in Yamaha's Indian line-up, while the R15 will continue to be sold alongside the new motorcycle. The R15 has remained an important model for Yamaha in India since its launch in 2008.

With the R2, Yamaha is targeting riders looking for more performance without moving into the larger and more expensive supersport segment.

Yamaha R2: Key specifications

Specification	Yamaha R2
Engine	204cc, liquid-cooled single-cylinder
Power	26.5hp
Torque	19.1Nm
Kerb weight	149kg
Variants	3
Riding modes	Street, Sport, Rain
ABS	Dual-channel
Display	5-inch TFT
Starting price	Rs 2.30 lakh
Top price	Rs 2.53 lakh