Yamaha India

Yamaha expects 25% export growth this yr, plans Chennai unit as global hub

Japanese two-wheeler major Yamaha expects exports from India to grow 25 per cent this year and is making its Chennai factory the export hub for global market, especially to advanced countries, according to a top company official. The company, which exports to around 55 countries from India, will be exploring more international markets in a bid to increase exports from India, Yamaha Motor Co Ltd Senior Executive Officer and Yamaha Motor India Group Chairman, Itaru Otani told PTI. "We are trying to achieve a big growth, like by 25 per cent this year on exports," he said when asked how the company is looking at its exports from India this year. India Yamaha Motor Pvt Ltd had posted a 33.4 per cent growth in exports at 2,95,728 units in 2024-25 as compared to 2,21,736 units in 2023-24. Sharing the company's export strategy, Otani said,"The Chennai factory of Yamaha will be the export hub for the global markets, especially to advanced countries like the US, Europe, and then Japan." As

2025 Yamaha FZ-X Hybrid launched in India: Price, specs, features & more

Yamaha India has launched the FZ-X Hybrid at ₹1.50 lakh (ex-showroom), packing in a blend of hybrid tech, upgraded hardware, and rider-centric features to elevate everyday commuting

Bombay HC quashes order refusing trademark to Yamaha, directs fresh review

In a relief to Japanese automobile company Yamaha, the Bombay High Court has set aside an order refusing it a trademark similar to one already registered by Honda Motor Company and directed the registrar, Trade Marks, to adjudicate the issue afresh. A bench of Justice Manish Pitale on June 13 said while a bare perusal of the two trademarks Yamaha's WR and Honda's WR-V may cause confusion in the minds of the public, the authority ought to have considered the case as exceptional circumstances and issued an advertisement seeking objections from the public before rejecting Yamaha's application. The court stated the authority, in its "cryptic" order, completely ignored the claim of Yamaha's international reputation while refusing the application and the fact that the company has been using the WR trademark internationally since 1990. Justice Pitale said the authority could have passed a "detailed and well-reasoned order". Yamaha Hatsudoki Kabushiki Kaisha had moved the high court, ...

Yamaha rolls out 5 millionth bike from Chennai plant, marks 10 years

India Yamaha Motor's Chennai plant has completed 10 years of operations and produced its 5 millionth two-wheeler, playing a key role in exports and premium product strategy

Itaru Otani named new chairman of Yamaha India, brings 30 yrs of experience

India Yamaha Motor on Friday said it has appointed Itaru Otani as the new Chairman. Otani brings over three decades of experience with Yamaha Motor Company, having held key leadership roles across global markets, including Australia, Brazil and Japan, the company said in a statement. Prior to this role, he served as Chief General Manager, leading the Land Mobility Business Operations based out of Japan, it added. "The aspirations of Indian consumers are evolving rapidly, and we see incredible opportunities to bring in products that blend Yamaha's global expertise with the unique needs and desires of Indian riders," Otani said. "Our focus will be on promoting exciting, stylish and sporty two-wheelers that not only align with the market's expectations but also set new benchmarks in design, quality and innovation," he added.

India Yamaha Motor unveils R15M with Carbon Fibre pattern at Rs 2.08 lakh

Two-wheeler major India Yamaha Motor has unveiled a new variant of its popular 155cc motorcycle R15M equipped with a Carbon Fibre Pattern graphic design at Rs 2.08 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). Equipped with 155cc liquid-cooled engine, the R15M variant aligns with Yamaha's 'Call of the Blue' brand campaign. "Yamaha motorcycles are well known for their exhilarating performance, exciting agility and eye-catching sporty design. Since its launch in 2008, the R15 has embodied class leading performance and has enabled numerous consumers in India to experience the joy of riding a SuperSport motorcycle with thoroughbred Yamaha Racing DNA", Yamaha Motor India Group of Companies, Chairman Eishin Chihana said in a company statement. The R15M with Carbon Fibre pattern is available at Rs 2.08 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi) at Yamaha Blue Square showrooms while the price of upgraded R15M in Metallic Grey is offered at Rs 1,98,300 (ex-showroom Delhi) at Yamaha dealerships.

Two wheeler year-end discounts flat, riding on inventory liquidation

The recent festive season saw robust growth in two-wheeler sales, reaching 2,893,107 units, marking a 20.71 per cent increase compared to the previous year

India Yamaha Motor launches R3 and MT-03 as completely built units

Two-wheeler major India Yamaha Motor has launched its latest sports motorcycles -- R3 and MT-03 -- widening its product portfolio in the domestic market, the company said on Wednesday. The two products -- the track-oriented R3 and the street fighter MT-03 -- have been launched as part of the brand campaign -- The Call of the Blue -- and would be sold in the country as 'completely built-up units' (CBUs). "These two iconic motorcycles truly represent Yamaha's racing DNA and underscore the brand's unwavering commitment to advancing the premium motorcycle segment in the Indian market," a company statement said. The R3 motorcycle is priced at Rs 4,64,900 while the MT-03 is priced at Rs 4,59,900 (ex-showroom Delhi). Both motorcycles are exemplary specimens of Japanese technology and would be exclusively sold through select Blue Square dealerships in the country, the statement said. "As an integral aspect of the Call of the Blue Brand campaign, Yamaha is committed to strengthen its premiu

Domestic sales could rise 17% but exports may dip 25% in 2023: Yamaha chief

High inflation, weak local currencies in key markets in Indian subcontinent, Africa, and South America take toll on global shipments

Not worried about being late in launching e-scooter: Yamaha India Chairman

Eishin Chihana tells Business Standard that his company wants to ensure quality and safety first

Yamaha Aerox 155 MotoGP edition unveiled in India; check details here

The latest edition of the Yamaha MotoGP is inspired by Yamaha's Monster Energy MotoGP M1 motorbikes and the only changes to the Aerox 155 MotoGP edition are cosmetic

MBSI to invest Rs 5,000 crore by 2025-end, says MD Shoji Shiraishi

MBSI has 3,300 units in its fleet and it expects to grow up to 9,500 units by the end of this year, Shiraishi told Business Standard in an interview.

Yamaha drives in new 155 cc scooter Aerox 155, updated YZF-R15 range

India Yamaha Motor on Tuesday said it has launched an all-new 155 cc scooter model Aerox 155 in the country priced at Rs 1.29 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi).

Yamaha Motor slashes price of FZ 25 bike range by up to Rs 19,300

Yamaha Motor India said it has cut ex-showroom prices of its FZS 25 and FZ 25 bikes in the country with immediate effect on account of reduction in the input costs of the two models

Yamaha Music India launches new RX-V AV receivers starting at Rs 47,490

Yamaha Music India is looking at up to 20 per cent growth in the home audio segment for the next two years on the back of people's desire to upgrade their home entertainment systems with good speakers

Yamaha India reports 33% growth in sales for month of December

Two-wheeler maker Yamaha Motor India on Friday reported a 33 per cent growth in sales to 39,224 units for December

Yamaha ties up with Amazon India to sell apparels, accessories online

Two-wheeler maker India Yamaha Motor on Saturday said it has tied up with Amazon India to sell its range of apparels and accessories online

Covid-19 impact: Yamaha expects India sales to be 10-year low in 2020

During January-August this year, YMIS sold 2,88,942 units of two-wheelers compared to 4,54,617 units in the year-ago period, a decline of 36.44 per cent

Yamaha Motor India launches online sales platform in India amid pandemic

Yamaha Motor India said its new website will have all the latest features

Yamaha introduces BS-VI compliant FZ 25 motorcycle, unveils FZS 25 bike

The BS-VI variant of these two-wheelers were unveiled by the company on December 19, 2019 in India