Yamaha RX100 is a name that blasts out on India’s motorcycle history for many reasons. Powered by a legendary two-stroke engine, the RX-the 100 is a bragging rights and an icon of speed in the 80’s and 90’s. The year 2025 sees the launch of this legend once again, but this time it comes in a new costume, with new features, a new engine and a new ecological spirit, while the soul has been preserved.
Classic With a Touch of Modern Style
The new RX100 keeps things real with a little of that retro while incorporating some moddish design flourishes. The bike continues to get its characteristic round headlamp, flat seat, slim stance and a teardrop fuel tank. The bike though, has been updated with LED lights, fresh alloy wheels, and a new Metallic Blue paint option, along with Matte Black and Classic Red colour combinations – obviously in a race for the BHP title!
Yamaha has tried to keep the soul of the original RX100 intact while making it look good for today’s buyers.
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The first RX100, which was 2-stroke powered, but with the change in emission laws, it will be a cleaner, more fuel efficient 4-stroke combination. Agile enough to manoeuvre through tight city street traffic yet confidence inspiring on the open road, the RX100 would have likely have been a hoot to ride and the updated version should be spirited performer too featuring a 98cc-to-125cc air-cooled, single-cylinder engine. This BS6 Phase 2 engine feels like a good mix of performance and fuel efficiency.
Expected performance:
- Power output: Around 11 PS
- Torque: Approximately 10.5 Nm
- Gearbox: 5-speed manual shift
It returns an actual average of 45-60 kmpl in the real world and is a utilitarian and performance focused commuter.
Svelte construction and nimble handling
While we always liked the RX100 because it was small and svelte. And the 2025 model upholds this tradition with a kerb weight of about 115 kgs that is easy to manoeuvre through city traffic and tight corners.
The motorcycle is equipped with telescopic front forks and dual rear shock absorbers that absorb most of the bumps and provide a comfortable ride even on uneven surfaces. The bike has a comfortable upright seating posture with a flat seat making it very comfortable for both the rider and the pillion.
Cutting-Edge Tech And Loaded With Features For The Modern Rider
While the RX100 looks retro, it does come with all the necessary mod-cons, such as:
- LED headlight and tail lamp
- Semi-digital cluster
The bike also comes equipped with a front disc brake offering with single channel anti-lock braking system (ABS).
- USB charging port
- Kickstart with electric start backup
- Tubeless tyres
- Sidestand engine cut-off cam sensor
These additions help keep the RX100 safer, more convenient and better formatted for daily usage, while the old-school feel remains intact.
Price, variants, and availability
The Yamaha RX100 New Model would be expected in India by mid-2025. For sure it will come in various versions: E.g. standard edition, a deluxe one that will come with lots of chrome and a limited collector’s edition. Anticipated price range (ex-showroom): ₹1.25 lakh – ₹1.50 lakh
This bring it into a premium 100–125cc space meant for people who want style, heritage and performance.
Competitors in the Segment
Bikes it will challenge include:
- TVS Raider 125
- Hero Xtreme 125R
- Honda SP125
- Bajaj Pulsar 125
Where the RX100 breaks the mould is the emotional connect, traditional looks and a solid build quality that is a signature of all Yamahas. Where other focuses on a digital dash and miles to the gallon – RX100 aims to give you a raw, plugged in ride.
Who Should and Shouldn’t Buy Yamaha RX100 2025?
The RX100 is perfect for:
- Old school café racers and vintage bike fans who crave retro and want a modern classic
- Lightweight, stylish and completely new for 2004.
- Young riders looking unique on the street
- Purists or nostalgic groovers who have enjoyed the delights of the RX heritage
It is a nice tradeoff that provides both a nostalgic experience and practical modernity, making it an interesting hybrid of the two in its class.
Final Verdict
The Yamaha RX100 2025 is more than a motorcycle – much more. It’s the soul of the Raptor that has been re-born to appeal not just to old school fans, but also to the next generation of riders. With the evergreen design, upmarket features and Yamaha’s unquestioned reliability, the RX100 is all set to make a comeback on the country’s roads.
