Yamaha RX 100 : The motorcycle world is buzzing with excitement as Yamaha prepares to reintroduce its iconic RX 100 in 2025, blending nostalgic design with contemporary engineering. This revival of the legendary two-wheeler promises to capture the hearts of both old-school enthusiasts and new-generation riders with its perfect balance of retro styling and modern performance.
A Timeless Design Reimagined
The all new Yamaha RX 100 keeps up with the signature design features of the old RX 100, which made it an icon, with modern features discretely embedded into it. Though the gas tank is similar in design, it has been painted with higher-end finishes which shimmer in the sun. The round headlamp is swapped for an LED one, keeping the retro feel but also increasing visibility at night. Chrome trim on the exhaust and fenders is a nod to the past, but the shape of the RX 100 is classic – even though it is decades since we were first introduced to it.
Yamaha RX 100: Zippy 150cc Engine with Epic Performance
At the core of the bike is an all-new 150cc single-cylinder engine which provides the type of lively performance RX fans will recognise, but with modern levels of reliability, refinement and efficiency. The air-cooled engine delivers speed for zipping around the city and smooth acceleration, which is ideal for highway travel. What’s most remarkable, however, is how Yamaha have been able to preserve the characterful exhaust note that made the original so distinctive – the throaty snarl that lets us all know an RX is in the vicinity without getting too crass about it.
Unmatched Fuel Efficiency
In today’s age where the petrol prices have crossed the roof, the RX 100 returns a staggering 35-40 kmpl. This efficiency is achieved through innovative measures such as an optimised fuel injection system and reduced-friction drive, along with a gearbox that keeps you in the middle of the powerband and reduces frequent visits to the petrol stations. The impressive weightsavings ensure that these numbers translate into outstanding agility without sacrificing stability.
Yamaha RX 100: Features for Modern-Day Riders
If the outside is a celebration of nostalgia, the cockpit firmly plants the RX 100 in the 21st century. A Full Digital Acrylic Console displays all necessary information in clear sunlight legibility, also showing Gear Position Indicator and useful Real-Time Fuel Consumption. Tubeless tyres add convenience and also a safety net and up front the disc brake (with optional ABS) has good stopping power. The suspension setup has been meticulously designed to suit Indian road conditions,offering rider ease without compromising on the sporty appeal associated with the RX lineage.
Pricing That Honors Its Legacy
The company is aiming to make the new Yamaha RX 100 affordable premium motorcycles, priced at ₹1.20 lakh (ex-showroom) and reaching up to ₹1.40 lakh (ex-showroom) for the top-of-the line model. Its price point alone seems to recommend it to the young professional looking for their first bike and the nostalgic looking to turn back the clock. Backed by the Yamaha brand association of sturdy build quality, and a host of decent features, the RX 100 specifically, seems to deliver great bang for the buck.
The Verdict: A Legend Reborn
The 2025 Yamaha RX 100 is not just another retro-modern motorcycle, it’s a conscious revival of an icon with an idea of what made the original great. It retains the genuine Bomber look and feel while delivering a new level of performance with modern features that outperform the competition. For those who grew up wishing they owned an RX 100, this is a very real opportunity to purchase a piece of motorcycle history without any of the vintage bike worries. It’s an opportunity for younger riders to understand what it was that had driven their fathers and uncles so crazy for motorcycling. Sporting that classic appeal, strong performance and everyday usability, the new RX 100 is already all set to create the same magic the original RX 100 did back in the day. DASH KICKSTARTDASH Kickstart the iconic beauty of a vintage 70s chopper with this cult classic reborn.Better, leaner and lower, the all-new Rebel 500 is a stripped down and blacked out cruiser that’s all about style, performance and street-riding attitude.
