New Yamaha Bikes in India (2026): What's New, What's Coming and What to Buy

If you search for new Yamaha bikes, you get two very different things mixed together: bikes you can actually buy from a showroom today, and a long list of rumoured launches with “expected” prices that keep slipping. This guide splits the two clearly. You get the real ex-showroom prices for the Yamaha bikes on sale now, an honest list of what is genuinely coming in 2026 to 2027, the truth about the much-hyped RX 100 comeback, and a straight call on whether to buy now or wait.

Prices here are ex-showroom and change often, so treat them as a guide and confirm the on-road figure at a Yamaha dealer before you book. You can get a rough on-road estimate with our Road Tax Calculator.

The short answer

• Want it now? The Yamaha range you can actually buy runs from the Fascino 125 scooter at about ₹76,000 to the R15 M at nearly ₹2 lakh ex-showroom. There is no all-new mass-market Yamaha launched this minute, the current bikes are the proven ones.
• The best buys today: R15 V4 for a sporty rider, MT-15 V2 for a naked-streetfighter look, FZ-S Fi for an easy daily commuter, and the Fascino or RayZR 125 hybrid scooters for the lowest running cost.
• Genuinely coming (2026 to 2027): the XSR 155 retro roadster, the Nmax 155 maxi-scooter, the electric Aerox E, and the big bikes (MT-09, MT-07, R7, R9). Dates here slip often.
• The RX 100 “₹40,000 comeback”: ignore it. Those stories are clickbait. Nothing is officially confirmed, and any real revival would be a modern, emission-legal bike priced well above ₹1 lakh.
• Buy now or wait? If you want a 150 to 160cc bike or a scooter, buy now, nothing better is coming soon. Only wait if you specifically want a big bike or the XSR 155.

New Yamaha bikes on sale now (with real prices)

These are the models you can walk into a showroom and buy. Prices are approximate ex-showroom and vary by variant and city.

A few honest notes most listing sites skip:

• The FZ-S is the value pick. It is smooth, easy and cheap to run, and it does everything a daily rider needs without the firm ride of a sportbike.
• The Aerox 155 is a niche joy, not a family scooter. It is quick and fun, but it is heavier, pricier and thirstier than a 125 scooter, so buy it because you want performance, not for errands.
• The R15M is mostly cosmetics over the V4. You pay extra for colours, a quickshifter on some variants and the badge. The standard R15 V4 gives you the same core bike for noticeably less.

The best new Yamaha bike for each type of rider

Rather than ranking them one to seven, here is the honest “buy this one” call by what you actually need.

• First proper sporty bike: the R15 V4. It looks the part, teaches good riding, and holds its resale value well. If the budget is tight, the older R15S gives you most of it for less.
• Naked streetfighter look without the clip-on aches: the MT-15 V2. Same engine family as the R15 but an upright, comfier riding position for daily use.
• Everyday commuter that just works: the FZ-S Fi. Comfortable, frugal, well-built, and the cheapest to live with of the lot.
• Maximum style and mileage on a scooter: the Fascino 125 hybrid for a clean look, or the RayZR 125 for a sportier one. Both sip fuel.
• A scooter that is genuinely quick: the Aerox 155, as long as you understand the higher price and running cost.

If you are cross-shopping a sporty 160cc bike from another brand, our TVS Apache models guide and the KTM 160 Duke buyer’s guide cover the main rivals to the MT-15 and FZ. For the scooter shortlist beyond Yamaha, see our best scooters under ₹1 lakh.

Genuinely upcoming Yamaha bikes (2026 to 2027)

These are real plans, but Yamaha has a habit of pushing dates back, so treat every date and price below as “expected”, not confirmed. Do not pay a booking amount on the strength of a rumoured launch.

For most buyers, only two of these matter: the XSR 155, if you love retro looks and want the proven R15 engine under it, and the Aerox E, if you specifically want an electric Yamaha scooter. The big bikes are exciting but they are low-volume, premium-priced machines for a small set of buyers.

The Yamaha RX 100 comeback: what is real and what is clickbait

No Yamaha topic gets more fake headlines than the RX 100. You have probably seen stories shouting “RX 100 returns at ₹40,000 with 90 kmpl”. Here is the honest position.

• There is genuine interest and repeated talk of Yamaha reviving the iconic RX 100 name. The brand has hinted at a retro bike that plays on this nostalgia.
• But nothing is officially confirmed for sale, and the ₹40,000 price is not real. A new bike cannot meet today’s emission and safety rules at that price.
• The original two-stroke is not coming back. Two-stroke engines are illegal for new bikes in India now. Any real RX 100 would be a modern four-stroke, roughly 125cc, likely priced around ₹1.2 lakh or more if it launches.
• Realistic timing, if it happens, is late 2026 into 2027. Until Yamaha shows a production bike and an official price, treat every RX 100 article as a rumour, including this one.

The honest takeaway: do not hold off buying a bike you need today while waiting for an RX 100 that may not arrive, and will certainly not cost ₹40,000.

Should you buy now or wait?

This is the question that actually matters, so here is a clear call.

• Buy now if you want a 150 to 160cc bike or a scooter. The R15, MT-15, FZ-S, Aerox and the 125 scooters are mature, sorted products. Nothing meaningfully better is coming in this space soon, so waiting only costs you riding time.
• Wait only if you specifically want the XSR 155 retro roadster, an electric Aerox E, or one of the big bikes. Those are the genuine reasons to hold.
• Do not wait for the RX 100. It is unconfirmed, and the cheap-price headlines are false.

Remember that the sticker price is not the full story. On-road price adds road tax, insurance and registration, which can add ₹15,000 to ₹30,000 on a 150 to 160cc bike depending on your state. Get a quick estimate with our Road Tax Calculator before you set your budget.

Frequently asked questions

What is the newest Yamaha bike in India right now? The current range, R15 V4, MT-15 V2, FZ-S, FZ-X, Aerox 155 and the Fascino and RayZR 125 scooters, are the latest models on sale. There is no brand-new mass-market Yamaha just launched at this moment; the next genuinely new model is expected to be the XSR 155.

Which new Yamaha bike gives the best mileage? Among the bikes, the FZ-S returns the best real-world figures, roughly 45 to 50 kmpl. Among scooters, the Fascino and RayZR 125 hybrids are the mileage champions. The R15, MT-15 and Aerox prioritise performance, so expect lower numbers.

Is the Yamaha RX 100 really launching at ₹40,000? No. That price is clickbait. Yamaha has not confirmed a production RX 100, and any real revival would be a modern four-stroke bike priced well above ₹1 lakh, most likely in late 2026 or 2027.

Which Yamaha bike should a beginner buy? For a first sporty bike the R15 V4 is excellent, though the riding position is committed. For an easier everyday first bike, the FZ-S is more comfortable and cheaper to run. If you want a sportier rival from another brand, compare the TVS Apache RTR 160 and the KTM 160 Duke.

R15 or MT-15, which is better? They share the same engine. Pick the R15 V4 if you want full-fairing sportbike looks and the most focused ride. Pick the MT-15 V2 if you want a naked streetfighter look with a more upright, daily-friendly riding position.

Is the Yamaha Aerox 155 worth it over a 125cc scooter? Only if you want performance. The Aerox is quick and fun but heavier, pricier and thirstier than a 125. For daily errands and the best mileage, a Fascino or RayZR 125 makes more sense; see our best scooters under ₹1 lakh guide.