Yamaha rolls out high-end motorcycle in India as riders go upmarket

AutomobilesCountry's growing middle class wants bigger, flashier two-wheelersYamaha Motor President Motofumi Shitara, left, and India Yamaha Motor Chairman Hajime Aota unveil the YZF-R2 in Chennai on Aug. 27. (Photo by Takanori Okabe)TAKANORI OKABEAugust 29, 2026 01:46 JSTCHENNAI, India -- Yamaha Motor wants to ride growth in sales of higher-priced motorcycles in India, introducing a new flagship sport bike model as middle-class incomes rise.