Yamaha Motor’s showcase at the Japan Mobility Show 2025 has set a bold vision for the future of personal transport, focusing heavily on zero-emission, next-generation mobility solutions. The exhibition, themed “Feel. Move.,” highlights prototypes utilizing electric, hydrogen, and advanced hybrid powertrains, alongside cutting-edge AI and steering technology.
Future Mobility Trends and Sustainable Vehicle Technology from the event.
1. TRICERA proto: Electric Autocycle with 3-Wheel Steering
The TRICERA proto is a world premiere working prototype exploring the new era of driving pleasure in the three-wheeled segment.
| Feature | Concept Details | |
| Vehicle Type | Electric Autocycle Concept, Open-Top EV Trike, Three-Wheel Steering (3WS), Fun-to-Drive EV | An open-top electric vehicle designed to maximize driver engagement (Kando). It features an innovative 3WS system for unparalleled cornering and handling dynamics. |
| Technology | EV Steering System, live AD Sound Control, Driver-Machine Unity | The 3WS system allows the single rear wheel to steer in tandem with the front two, offering a new sensation of control. The live AD system customizes the electric motor’s sound to heighten the sensory experience. |
| Show/Year | Japan Mobility Show 2025 World Premiere, Yamaha TRICERA 2025, Futuristic Autocycle | This concept positions Yamaha as a leader in the lightweight, recreational electric vehicle market. |
2. H2 Buddy Porter Concept: Hydrogen Motorcycle Technology
The H2 Buddy Porter Concept is a forward-thinking solution for carbon-neutral two-wheelers, co-developed with Toyota.
| Feature | Concept Details | |
| Powertrain | Hydrogen-Engine Motorcycle, Zero-Emission Two-Wheeler, Toyota-Yamaha Hydrogen Tank, Compact H2 Engine | A motorcycle powered by a hydrogen combustion engine, developed with specialized, compact, high-pressure hydrogen tanks certified for two-wheel use (developed by Toyota). |
| Performance | 100+ km Hydrogen Range, Euro 5 Emissions Compliance, Sustainable Mobility | Aimed at eventual public road use, the concept boasts a cruising range of over 100 km on a full tank and meets stringent Euro 5 environmental standards. |
| Show/Year | Japan Mobility Show 2025 Hydrogen Concept, H2 Buddy Porter Release, Future Motorcycle Fuel | Represents Yamaha’s commitment to exploring multiple paths to carbon neutrality alongside battery-electric vehicles (BEVs). |
3. PROTO HEV (Hybrid SPHEV): Series-Parallel Hybrid Prototype
The PROTO HEV (Series-Parallel Hybrid Electric Vehicle) offers a blend of internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric power for versatile, efficient riding.
| Feature | Concept Details | |
| Powertrain | Series-Parallel Hybrid Motorcycle, SPHEV Prototype, Hybrid Scooter Technology | Integrates an ICE and an electric motor with efficient packaging, allowing riders to switch between distinct ride modes. |
| Efficiency | 35% Improved Fuel Efficiency, Eco-Friendly Motorcycling, Hybrid Power Management | Features proprietary hybrid power and energy management technology, claiming a fuel efficiency boost of over 35% compared to similar-class vehicles. |
| Riding Experience | Serene and Spirited Modes, Dual-Performance Hybrid, Yamaha Hybrid Scooter | Offers a “Serene” mode for quiet, electric-only city cruising and a “Spirited” mode for powerful performance on country roads. |
Additional High-Impact Yamaha Concepts
- MOTOROiD: (MOTOROiD:Lambda): AI Autonomy Motorcycle, Reinforcement Learning Mobility, Human-Machine Relationship Future
- PROTO BEV: EV Supersport Bike, Large-Capacity Battery EV Prototype, Lightweight Electric Motorcycle
- PROTO PHEV: Plug-in Hybrid Motorcycle, PHEV Sportbike Concept, ICE-EV Fusion Technology
- NACTUS VS TRE-X: Electric Wheelchair Concept, Three-Wheel Electric Wheelchair, Off-Road Mobility
- Japan Mobility Show 2025 Yamaha Booth: Next-Gen Yamaha Concepts, Yamaha Technology Showcase, Kando Mobility.
Source
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. Global Site – Japan Mobility Show 2025 Event Page:
https://global.yamaha-motor.com/showroom/event/japan-mobilityshow-2025/
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. Global Site – Official News Release:
https://global.yamaha-motor.com/news/2025/1008/jms.html
Yamaha Motor Europe News (Detailed Concept Overviews):
https://www.yamaha-motor.eu/at/de/news/2025/introducing-the-yamaha-booth-at-the-japan-mobility-show-2025/
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. – Technology Page (on Series Parallel Hybrid – SPHEV):
https://global.yamaha-motor.com/design_technology/technology/news/SPHEV/
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