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Yamaha R15Even as sales of Yamaha FZ series dipped both in terms of domestic sales and exports on a YoY basis, it was still the best selling Yamaha model in July 2023Yamaha Motor India has seen a YoY sales growth in domestic markets while in terms of exports, there was a massive fall of 50.46 percent in July 2023. Total sales (domestic + exports) stood at 75,624 units in July 2023 down from 84,400 units sold in July 2022. It was also a de-growth on a MoM basis from 71,385 units sold in June 2023.Yamaha FZ Tops Domestic Sales ChartsDomestic sales stood at 61,884 units in July 2023, up 13.20 percent YoY from 54,666 units sold in July 2022. This was volume growth of 7,218 units. Yamaha FZ was the most sold model with sales in domestic markets at 16,651 units in July 2023, down 12.31 percent from 18,988 units sold in July 2022. The FZ currently commands a 26.91 percent share in the company lineup. On a MoM basis, FZ sales grew by 2.05 percent over 16,316 units sold in June 2023.Yamaha India sales breakup July 2023At No. 2 was the RayZR scooter with 15,828 units sold in the past month relating to a 96.79 percent YoY growth from 8,043 units sold in July 2022. MoM sales also improved by 17.76 percent over 13,441 units sold in June 2023. This caused the share percentage to increase from 22.95 percent held in June 2023 to 25.58 percent in July 2023. The Ray ZR was also the 8th best-selling scooter in India in July 2023 while Yamaha Fascino also commanded a No. 10 position on this list. Fascino sales in July 2023 improved by 24.93 percent YoY and 22.34 percent MoM to 11,710 units. There were 9,373 units sold in July 2022 and 9,572 units sold in June 2023.Another model in the Yamaha lineup to post both YoY and MoM growth in sales was the R15. Sales improved 14.38 percent YoY to 10,705 units in July 2023 up from 9,359 units sold in July 2022. MoM sales grew by 5.87 percent over 10,111 units sold in June 2023. Yamaha has not been seeing good demand for the MT15, sales of which dipped 30.73 percent YoY and 36.40 percent MoM in July 2023. The domestic sales list also included the new Yamaha Aerox 155. Sales stood at 1,185 units.Yamaha India sales breakup July 2023 vs July 2022 – YoY performanceYamaha Exports July 2023Yamaha exports took a severe fall in terms of YoY sales, which fell as much as 50.46 percent to 13,740 units in July 2023, down from 27,734 units shipped in July 2022. This was a volume decline of 13,994 units. MoM exports grew by 7.19 percent from 12,818 units sold in June 2023. In export markets again it was the FZ that commanded the most attention with 5,640 units shipped last month, down 48.69 percent YoY to 10,992 units shipped in July 2022. MoM exports grew by 23.47 percent over 4,568 units shipped in June 2023.Yamaha India sales breakup July 2023 vs June 2023 – MoM performanceYamaha Saluto RX saw a 23.61 percent MoM growth from 2,152 units to 2,660 units in July 2023 while currently commanding a 19.36 percent share on the Yamaha export list. RayZR exports fell YoY and MoM by 28.60 percent and 4.76 percent respectively to 2,322 units while Saluto (1,408 units) and MT15 (620 units) have reported a 170.77 percent and 156.20 percent YoY growth in terms of exports. MT15 exports also improved by 87.88 percent on a MoM basis from 330 units shipped in June 2023.Exports of FZ25 (484 units), SZ (312 units) and R15 (204 units), each posted YoY de-growth in exports while except for the FZ25, the other two bikes have seen a MoM growth. Yamaha also had the Fascino scooter on the export list at No. 9 with 90 units shipped last month, 13.46 percent down when compared to 104 units shipped in July 2022. MoM exports of the Fascino grew a massive 200 percent over just 30 units exported in June 2023. More

Image – Patna BikesYamaha FZ was the most sold bike both in domestic and export markets even as it has posted YoY and MoM de-growthYamaha Motor India reported total sales (domestic + exports) at 71,385 units in June 2023. This was a decline by 6,842 units on a YoY basis as against 78,227 units sold in June 2022. The company posted increased domestic sales to the tune of 12.41 percent YoY and 8.96 percent MoM. However, exports dipped both YoY and MoM by 50.94 percent and 29.54 percent respectively.Total domestic sales in June 2023 stood at 58,567 units, up 12.41 percent compared to 52,099 units sold in June 2022. It was also a MoM growth of 8.96 percent from 53,751 units sold in May 2023. In the Yamaha scooter lineup it was the Fascino and RayZR that made their way onto the list of top 10 scooters sold in June 2023.Yamaha Domestic Sales June 2023Yamaha FZ topped sales charts in domestic markets with 16,316 units sold in June 2023 despite a YoY de-growth of 15.48 percent from 19,305 units sold in June 2022 and down 3.56 percent MoM over 16,919 units sold in May 2023. The FZ currently commands a 27.86 percent share in the company lineup.At No. 2 was the R15 sports bike, sales of which improved by 21.38 percent YoY to 10,111 units from 8,330 units sold in June 2022. MoM sales dipped 10.36 percent from 11,280 units sold in May 2023. This took the share down to 17.26 percent from 20.99 percent MoM. Yamaha RayZR 125 Fi Hybrid scooter has seen increased demand both YoY (66.12 percent) and MoM (37.24 percent) to 13,441 units in June 2023. There were 8,091 units sold in June 2022 and 9,794 units sold in May 2023.Yamaha sales and exports June 2023 vs June 2022 – YoY comparisonFascino sales also improved YoY and MoM to 9,572 units. This was a 20.93 percent YoY and 13.65 percent MoM growth over 7,915 units and 8,422 units sold in the months of June 2022 and May 2023. Domestic sales also improved for the Yamaha MT15 by 17.24 percent YoY to 9,127 units, up from 7,785 units sold in June 2022 to command a 15.58 percent share in the company lineup. MoM sales were higher by 27.54 percent from 7,156 units sold in May 2023.Yamaha Exports June 2023Where exports were concerned, Yamaha has posted both YoY and MoM decline. Exports dipped 50.94 percent YoY to 12,818 units in June 2023 from 26,128 units sold in June 2022. MoM decline was by 29.54 percent from 18,192 units shipped in May 2023. On a YoY basis it was only models like the Saluto and Saluto RX along with the MT15 that saw increase in exports while on a MoM basis, every other model has ended in the red.FZ exports dipped 54.11 percent to 4,568 units from 9,954 units sold in June 2023 while MoM exports fell by 30.91 percent over 6,612 units sold in May 2023. RayZR has also seen lower exports by 26.61 percent YoY and 19.80 percent MoM to 2,438 units.Yamaha sales and exports June 2023 vs May 2023 – MoM comparisonExports of Yamaha RayZR improved 78.84 percent YoY to 2,400 units from 1,342 units sold in June 2022 while MoM exports fell by 31.62 percent from 3,040 units shipped in May 2023. It was also the Saluto RX that has seen YoY exports grow by 581.01 percent to 2,152 units from just 316 units exported in June 2023 while MoM saw a 31.81 percent decline. FZ25 exports dipped 67.35 percent in June 2023 to 508 units from 1,556 units shipped in June 2022 while there had been 0 units exported in May 2023.MT15 saw its exports improve by 2.48 percent YoY to 330 units from 322 units shipped in June 2023 while MoM exports fell by 65.63 percent. Thereafter the Yamaha SZ (216 units), R15 (176 units) and Fascino (30 units) each posted a de-growth on both YoY and MoM basis. More

Yamaha R7 spotted at MMRT for TVCYamaha R7 and R3 TVC shoots seem to have commenced at MMRT, Chennai – Launch is likely to be in the near futureAfter a long absence in multi-cylinder motorcycle space, Team Blue is getting ready to make a grand entry. As of now, the company’s flagship in India is R15M, which is a single-cylinder 150cc motorcycle. Not very befitting of Yamaha’s name, is it? That will change soon and Yamaha’s flagship in India will be either MT-09 or YZF-R7.Along with that, Yamaha is also keen on bringing its R3 back to India. This has by far the most anticipation and is likely to be Yamaha’s best-selling multi-cylinder motorcycle. Both R7 and R3 seem to have finished their respective TVC shoot at MMRT Chennai. This should mean that a launch is imminent.2023 Yamaha R3, R7, MT03, MT07, MT09 India Launch SoonYamaha R7 and R3 TVC shoot at MMRT, ChennaiTeam Blue showcased a multitude of new multi-cylinder motorcycles to dealers at a private event. New colours and finishes for R15, Aerox 155 and MT-15 were present too. Among these, primary interests revolved around Yamaha R7 and R3 fully faired motorcycles and MT-03 street fighter.Other showcases include MT-07 and MT-09 and we wouldn’t break a sweat if both these motorcycles never get launched in India. But MT-03, R3 and R7 seem to be of primary importance. Now, Torque_TV recently posted about Yamaha R7 and R3 undergoing TVC shoot at MMRT, Chennai.Yamaha R7 and R3They managed to click a picture of R7 at MMRT, but not other motorcycles like R3. There is no news about MT-03, though. That said, they could be brought in at a later date. Speaking of bringing in, all these motorcycles are likely to be CBU, so prices associated with them will be higher. We hope at least R3 and MT-03 are brought via CKD route.What do they pack below their fuel tank?Yamaha R7 is the spiritual successor of the renowned R6, minus two cylinders. R7 gets a parallel-twin engine displacing 689cc. This engine makes 73.4 PS of power at 8,750 RPM and 67 Nm of torque at 6500 RPM. A 6-speed transmission is standard. It gets a dual 298mm disc at front and 245mm rear disc, dual-channel ABS, USD front forks, rear mono-shock, 120/70-17M front and 180/55-17M rear tyres, 14L fuel tank, and weighs 188 kg.Both R7 and MT-07 share these features and powertrain. R3 and MT-03 will share powertrains too. They get a 321cc parallel-twin engine making 42 PS of power at 10750 RPM and 29.6 Nm of torque at 9000 RPM. 6-speed transmission is standard too.It gets a diamond frame chassis, 37mm USD front forks with 130mm travel and rear mono-shock with 120mm travel, 298mm single front disc and 220mm rear disc brake setup, dual-channel ABS, 110/70-17M front and 140/70-17M rear tyres and more. With 14L fuel in the tank, R3 will weigh 169 kg, while MT-03 weighs 168 kg. With TVC shoot supposedly done, launch is likely soon.Source More

Image – EIMOR CustomsThe company Chairman Eishin Chihana has revealed that new Yamaha RX bike will have the right design, performance and lightweight character as OG RX100For a long time, Yamaha has distanced itself from budget commuter motorcycles and scooters. In this sense, it has positioned itself as a premium 2W maker. And this has been their strategy for years. In the earlier years, Yamaha made a significant impact on Indian commuter space with the iconic RX100 motorcycle.The 2-stroke engine goodness along with its iconic sound (some might digress) and explosive performance had set it apart and rivalled the likes from Royal Enfield, Hero Honda CD100, Suzuki Samurai, Bajaj Boxer and more. Now, Yamaha intends to bring back its icon into the modern era with a 200cc+ engine. Let’s take a look.New Yamaha RX bike – Not a 100cc anymoreYamaha India Chairman Eishin Chihana has previously confirmed the RX100 moniker will come back, but not planned for until 2026 or beyond. Given the current stringent BS6 P2 emission norms and upcoming future norms, a 2-stroke engine will never cut it and a 100cc 4-stroke engine will never match OG RX100’s explosive performance.Recently, he expressed that the RX100’s charm was its styling, light weight, power and sound. Achieving all four attributes in a 4-stroke engine requires a minimum of 200cc. He further said even the larger 200cc engine can’t produce the RX100’s great sound.Old gen Yamaha RX100Yamaha Chairman further said the company does not intend to ruin the RX100 brand. A new motorcycle bearing RX name will have high-performance, lightweight and right styling. And Yamaha’s 155cc engine is not enough to achieve this.When will it arrive?To answer this question is slightly difficult. Previously, Eishin had revealed that the company is committed to bringing multiple new offerings till 2026 and only then, can they think of launching a new Yamaha RX bike with a 200cc+ engine. Launch timeline can go well beyond that as well.This way Yamaha will do justice for the RX brand and captivate the essence that made RX100 in the past. Launching any motorcycle with RX badge slapped on it would turn disastrous for the OG RX100’s image of a lightweight and high-performance motorcycle. If it is a 200cc+, we hope it is a 250cc or even a 350cc, for that matter.Also, Indian motorcycling enthusiasts would want the re-launch of the RD brand as well. Yamaha India, are you listening? Because this is a successor of a retro motorcycle, it will rival other classic motorcycles from Royal Enfield, Jawa, Yezdi and Honda. We wish Hero MotoCorp was in the line to target Royal Enfield as well. With iconic CD100’s square headlight of course.Source More

2023 Yamaha Neo’s Electric ScooterWith most EV users prioritizing cost per km, it has become challenging for established ICE players to integrate traditional brand values in their electric productsElectric-two-wheeler segment in India has been registering robust growth month after month. However, ICE-based OEMs like Yamaha, Honda, Suzuki and Royal Enfield are yet to foray in this space. Clearly, a sense of urgency seems to be missing, as generally seen with startups in EV segment.Talking about Yamaha specifically, the company was planning to bring its Neo’s electric scooter to India. This was confirmed around a year back by Eishin Chihana, chairman of Yamaha India. However, things have changed since then. Yamaha’s entry into EV space in India has been further delayed by around 2 to 3 years.Yamaha working on new premium EVDiscontinuation of Neo’s India launch plans is quite disheartening for Yamaha enthusiasts who were eagerly waiting to see their favourite brand in electric format. However, Yamaha has assured that they are working on a new premium EV for Indian market. This will be a performance-oriented electric machine, much better and capable than Neo’s. It’s just that users will have to wait patiently for 2-3 years to see this new Yamaha EV in action.There are specific reasons why Neo’s launch plan in India has been shelved. Firstly, the immediate ecosystem has changed dramatically with things like reduction in subsidies and newer regulatory policies. Moreover, Yamaha has realized that the purpose of buying an EV in India is different from that of other markets.2023 Yamaha Neo’s Electric ScooterFor example, people in Europe buy EV scooters, as they feel motivated to do their bit for the environment. In India, most users buy EVs with the goal to reduce running costs. This is due to an increase in petrol prices. In comparison, Yamaha’s existing ICE customer base focuses on other aspects such as style, aspirational value and performance. This is why Yamaha is working on a new premium EV for India. It will be sporty, stylish and exciting, a perfect match with brand Yamaha.Not chasing volumesWith its new premium EV for India, Yamaha will cater to a niche target audience. The new EV will be meant for folks who are looking for something truly unique. Yamaha will not be focusing on volumes with its upcoming premium EV. Instead, the focus is on creating something sporty and outstanding. It will have an electric heart, but style and performance will be just as good as the current range of Yamaha bikes.Yamaha does not want to create something in a rush, as it won’t add value to the brand. So, the company will invest adequate time and effort in development of the new EV. For folks who can’t wait, it will be better to go with Yamaha’s ICE-based machines such as R15 and MT-15. Yamaha is also working on plans to bring R3, R7, MT-03, MT-07 and MT-09 to India.Source More

New Yamaha MT15. Image – Throttle 98Yamaha FZ was the most popular bike in the company lineup that was featured at No. 1 both on domestic and export listsYamaha Motor India has posted increased sales in May 2023. Total sales (domestic + exports) in the past month stood at 71,943 units, up from 68,501 units sold in May 2022.  While the company has experienced higher domestic sales to the tune of 19.69 percent, its performance in global markets were lackluster with a 22.83 percent YoY de-growth.Domestic sales stood at 53,751 units in May 2023, up 19.69 percent YoY from 44,907 units sold in May 2022. This was a YoY volume growth of 8,844 units. It was also a MoM growth of 1.53 percent from 52,939 units sold in April 2023.Yamaha Sales Breakup May 2023Yamaha FZ was the most sold bike both in domestic and global markets. Yamaha FZ topped domestic sales charts with 16,919 units sold in May 2023, up 12.28 percent from 15,068 units sold in May 2022. It commanded a 31.48 percent share in the company lineup. MoM sales however, dipped by 19.17 percent from 20,931 units sold in April 2023.It was R15 that featured at No. 2 with 11,280 units sold last month, up 58.43 percent when compared to 7,120 units sold in May 2022. MoM sales were marginally lower by 0.12 percent from 11,294 units sold in April 2023. It was in April that Yamaha also introduced feature and colour updates on the R15 while the MT15 got a new and more affordably priced variant.Yamaha sales performance May 2023 vs May 2022 – YoY comparisonYamaha Ray ZR posted a YoY growth of 10.73 percent to 9,794 units in May 2023 from 8,845 units sold in May 2022 when it featured at No. 3 on the sales list. It was a MoM growth of 33.68 percent from 6,300 units sold in April 2023. The Ray ZR currently commands an 18.22 percent share.Yamaha Fascino 125cc scooter sales doubled in May 2023 to 8,422 units from 2,838 units sold in May 2022. This was a volume growth of 2,838 units with a 15.67 percent share. MoM sales of the Fascino dipped by 1.52 percent from 9,945 units sold in April 2023. The MT15 sales dipped 5.64 percent YoY but improved by 60.13 percent MoM to 7,156 units while sales of the FZ25, of which the company sold 706 units in May 2022, has since been discontinued.Yamaha Exports May 2023With Yamaha FZ also being a hot favorite in export markets, the company shipped 6,612 units in May 2023. This was a YoY de-growth of 26.87 percent when compared to 9,042 units shipped in May 2022. MoM sales on the other hand improved by 42.62 percent from 4,636 units exported in April 2023.  The FZ currently commands a 36.35 percent share on the export list.Yamaha sales performance May 2023 vs Apr 2023 – MoM comparisonYamaha Saluto has seen outstanding demand. Exports improved by 311.97 percent YoY and 6.17 percent MoM to 3,510 units. The Saluto RX however, has seen exports dip by 6.18 percent MoM to 3,156 units from 3,364 units sold in April 2023.Exports also increased YoY for the Ray ZR (3,040 units) and MT15 (960 units) but fell to just 436 units and 388 units respectively for the Yamaha SZ and R15. All the three – MT15, SZ and R15 also posted MoM de-growth. Fascino exports however increased by 200 percent MoM to 90 units from just 30 units sold in April 2023. More

Image – Patna BikesYamaha sales and exports in April 2023 saw the FZ commanding the highest demand both in domestic and export marketsYamaha Motor India has seen positive YoY growth in domestic markets in April 2023, while their exports were negative. Total sales (domestic + exports) in the past month stood at 69,589 units, down from 70,231 units sold in April 2022. This was due to constraints in terms of exports which fell 38.93 percent to 16,650 units in the past month, from 27,263 units exported in April 2022.Domestic sales on the other hand improved by 23.21 percent to 52,939 units in April 2023 from 42,968 units sold in April 2022. MoM sales showed improvement. Domestic sales were higher by 21.53 percent from 43,561 units sold in March 2023. Exports also went up 22.76 percent from 13,563 units shipped in March 2023.Yamaha India sales April 2023Yamaha Domestic sales April 2023It was the Yamaha FZ that commanded domestic sales in April 2023 with 20,931 units sold, up 26.79 percent YoY from 16,508 units sold in April 2022. MoM sales also ended positively, up 9.63 percent from 19,092 units sold in March 2023. The Yamaha FZ series commands a 39.54 percent share in the company portfolio.Last month the company also expanded the FZ range with the FZ-S V3 Matte Black re-launched. Yamaha FZ-S V3 Matte Black is priced at Rs. 1,21,400 (ex-showroom). At No. 2 was the R15 with YoY and MoM growth to 11,294 units to command a 21.33 percent share. YoY sales improved by 42.10 percent while MoM sales were higher by 48.98 percent.Yamaha India sales April 2023 vs April 2022 – YoY AnalysisYamaha RayZR has seen good demand in domestic markets with 9,945 units sold last month. This was a72.12 percent YoY growth from 5,778 units sold in April 2022 and 25.35 percent MoM growth from 5,026 units sold in March 2023. This was also the case with Fascino which improved 61.70 percent YoY and 75.68 percent MoM to 9,945 units in April 2023. Sales of Yamaha MT15 dipped 51.57 percent YoY and 27.93 percent MoM to 4,469 units.Yamaha India sales April 2023 vs May 2023 – MoM AnalysisYamaha Exports April 2023With exports falling 38.93 percent YoY, the company saw de-growth across most models in its lineup except for the Saluto and MT15. Yamaha FZ was the most exported model with 4,636 units sold last month, down 67.10 percent from 14,092 units exported in April 2022. MoM sales were up 23.76 percent from 3,746 units shipped in March 2023.Saluto RX added 3,364 units to total exports last month, a MoM growth of 85.65 percent from 1,812 units exported in March 2023. Saluto sales also increased by 288.94 percent to 3,306 units in April 2023 from 850 units exported in April 2022 while MoM sales dipped 2.76 percent from 3,400 units sold in March 2023.Yamaha MT15 exports also improved YoY and MoM by 124.67 percent and 8.71 percent respectively to 1,348 units while the export list also included FZ25 (1,042 units), R15 (626 units), SZ (620 units) and Fascino (30 units). More