New Yamaha R7 Unveiling at EICMA – Specs, Ride Modes

🔥 The R7 is FINALLY Getting an Upgrade! Yamaha’s Middleweight Sportbike Gets a Tech Injection 🏍️

The beloved Yamaha R7, the middleweight menace that stole hearts in 2022, is finally ditching its “classic” (read: slightly outdated) tech for some much-needed 2026 glamour.

What’s the big scoop? Well, like a younger sibling getting hand-me-down clothes, the R7 is scoring the major glow-up that its naked twin, the MT-07, received earlier this year.

💨 The Exciting New Bits (Thanks, MT-07!)

• Electronic Throttle (YCC-T): Say goodbye to the purely mechanical past! An electronic throttle is poised to jump into the cockpit, promising a smoother, more refined connection between your wrist and the legendary CP2 engine.
• Brainy Electronics: The new throttle paves the way for the good stuff: Selectable Ride Modes (because one mode is never enough) and the all-important Switchable Traction Control (to keep the rubber side down when you get a little too spirited).
• Euro5+ Compliant: It’s not the most thrilling news, but the R7 will be scrubbing up nicely to meet the latest European emission standards. Blame the slightly beefier exhaust and catalytic converter for a tiny bump in the bike’s kerb weight and width—a small price for cleaner air!
• Same Power, More Polish: Don’t expect a horsepower jump. The trusty 689cc parallel twin engine is likely keeping its rock-solid 73bhp and 67Nm figures. The focus here is on control and refinement, not raw grunt.

🌍 When and Where?

• Global Debut: Mark your calendars! All signs point to Yamaha officially unveiling the 2026 R7 at the EICMA show next week for international markets. This is coming straight from homologation filings in Switzerland—a paper trail you can trust!
• The India Question: Will the updated R7 roll onto Indian shores? That’s the million-dollar question with no clear answer. Yamaha has been teasing its big bikes for ages, but so far, it’s all been radio silence. However, keep an eye on November 11th, as Yamaha might have a surprise for its smaller portfolio with the XSR 155.

The takeaway? The 2026 Yamaha R7 is finally getting the electronic sophistication it deserves, turning a fantastic chassis and engine package into a truly modern middleweight sportbike.

Specifically the 2026 Yamaha R7 and the potential Yamaha XSR 155 India launch.

Here are the latest updates:

🏍️ 2026 Yamaha R7 (International Model Update)

• EICMA Unveil: The updated 2026 Yamaha R7 is highly expected to be unveiled next week at the EICMA motorcycle show in Milan, Italy.
• Key Updates: Homologation filings suggest the new R7 will receive similar updates to its naked sibling, the MT-07, primarily focused on making it compliant with the latest Euro5+ emission norms.
• New Technology: The new model is also likely to feature an electronic throttle, which could enable new rider aids like selectable ride modes and switchable traction control.
• Performance: The engine displacement and performance numbers are expected to remain similar to the current model, which makes around 73 hp and 67 Nm of torque.
• India Launch: An official India launch date remains uncertain, but the current model has been showcased at Indian expos, leading to speculation that an official launch could happen, with some sources tentatively listing an expected launch in late 2025.

🇮🇳 Yamaha XSR 155 (India Launch Speculation)

• Launch Date Buzz: Yamaha Motor India has sent out “Block Your Date” invites for a new product launch on November 11, 2025.
• Most Likely Candidate: Industry speculation strongly suggests this event will mark the India launch of the long-awaited Yamaha XSR 155, a neo-retro styled motorcycle based on the R15’s platform.
• Other Possibilities: Some reports also indicate the possible launch of the Nmax 155 maxi-scooter or the dual-sport WR155 R.
• Expected Details (XSR 155):
  • Engine: 155cc liquid-cooled engine with VVA, similar to the R15/MT-15.
  • Styling: Classic round LED headlamp, teardrop fuel tank, and a flat seat.
  • Competition: It would compete with models like the Royal Enfield Hunter 350 and TVS Ronin.

Source

1. 🏍️ 2026 Yamaha R7 Update (Euro5+, Electronic Throttle)

• Updated Yamaha R7 Coming for 2026 (via Motorcycle.com)
• 2026 Yamaha R7 to be Unveiled Soon (via BikeWale)
• The 2026 Yamaha R7 is coming with a smarter CP2 engine and modern tech (via MotoDeal)

2. 🛵 Yamaha XSR 155 & Nmax 155 India Launch (November 11th)

• Yamaha XSR 155 India Launch Likely This November – Here’s Everything We Know So Far (via Times Now News)
• Yamaha XSR 155, Nmax 155 Could be Launched on 11 November (via BikeWale)
• Yamaha XSR 155 Spied Testing: Launch Likely On Nov 11 With NMax 155 (via 91Wheels)

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