{
  "id": 3699037,
  "title": "Yamaha R2 launched in India at Rs 2.3 lakh",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/27/yamaha-r2-launched-in-india-at-rs-2-3-lakh",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-08-27T07:00:32.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Economic Times",
    "slug": "the-economic-times",
    "url": "https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/auto/two-wheelers-three-wheelers/yamaha-r2-launched-in-india-new-204cc-bike-focusing-on-lightweight-sits-above-r15-check-price-engine-variants-riding-modes-and-key-specifications/articleshow/133559841.cms"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Yamaha Motor India has unveiled its latest addition to the R-series line-up, the YZF-R2, in the Indian market. Positioned above the popular R15, the new model features a 204cc liquid-cooled engine that generates 26.5hp and 19.1Nm of torque. Available in three variants, the Yamaha R2 comes equipped with traction control, a slipper clutch, three riding modes, and dual-channel ABS, all starting at a price of Rs 2.30 lakh, with the top variant reaching Rs 2.53 lakh, ex-showroom Delhi. The motorcycle boasts a lightweight diamond frame weighing 14kg, resulting in a power-to-weight ratio of 177.85hp per tonne. Yamaha has designed the R2 to offer a significant performance upgrade over the R15 while maintaining a comparatively light construction. The motorcycle is set to be sold through Blue Square dealerships starting mid-September, with bookings already open for a refundable token amount of Rs 10,000.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}