If you’ve ever heard an old-school biker talk about the Yamaha RX 100, you’ll know how special this bike is. It’s not just a motorcycle. It’s a piece of pure two-stroke nostalgia that still makes people smile when they see one on the road. Back in the day, the RX 100 ruled Indian streets like no other. Its raw power, light body, and that crisp exhaust note made it a legend.
Today, news of Yamaha planning to bring back the RX 100 has fired up old fans and young riders alike. People who grew up seeing this bike now want to see it roaring again, but with modern touches and key details that make sense for 2025.
What Made RX 100 So Popular
Ask any RX 100 owner from the 80s or 90s. They’ll tell you about its pickup. It had a small 98cc engine that made about 11bhp. But it felt wild for its size. Zero to sixty in just above 7 seconds. That was quick for its time.
It weighed only around 103 kilos. That made it super light. Easy to flick through city traffic. Young college boys and office-goers both loved that about it.
The bike’s mileage was fair too, about 35-40kmpl if you didn’t push it too hard. But no one bought it for mileage alone. It was about speed, sound and fun.
The two-stroke sound was its magic. That raspy note turned heads. People could tell an RX 100 was coming before they even saw it. Many owners even tuned it for more noise and pickup.
Key Details About The New RX 100
Bringing the RX 100 back today means playing by modern rules. Yamaha will have to use a four-stroke engine this time. Rumours say it could be a 125cc or 150cc engine tuned for punchy low-end power.
Don’t expect the same wild two-stroke sound. But Yamaha might work on the exhaust to give a sporty feel. Modern tech like fuel injection, ABS, front disc brakes, and maybe a semi-digital meter are almost sure.
Design will likely stay close to the classic. Round headlamp, flat seat, slim tank. No fancy fairings. Just a clean, old-school style that feels retro.
Expected launch could happen around late 2025 or early 2026. Price might be close to 1.25 to 1.5 lakh, which puts it near the Yamaha FZ or MT base models. But the RX name will draw buyers who want a classic badge with modern trust.
If Yamaha nails the feel and doesn’t go too heavy on plastic, the RX 100 can pull old fans and new riders together again. A simple bike, easy to ride, fun to own. Just like it used to be.