Question 1

What engine, power, torque, and transmission does the Yamaha YZF R2 offer?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The YZF R2 is powered by a 204cc liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine.
It produces a power output of 26.14 bhp and 19.1 Nm of torque.
This engine comes mated to a six-speed constant-mesh transmission.

Question 2

Is the Yamaha YZF R2 comfortable for daily commuting?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The YZF R2 is comfortable for daily commuting as its 810 mm seat height is accessible for most users and enables them to keep their feet planted firmly on the ground.

Question 3

Is the Yamaha YZF R2 comfortable for long rides?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The YZF R2 is not so comfortable for long rides since its focus remains on a sporty riding position.

Question 4

What is the seat height of the Yamaha YZF R2?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The YZF R2 comes with a 810 mm seat height.

Question 5

What is the kerb weight of the Yamaha YZF R2?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The kerb weight of the YZF R2 is 149 kg.

Question 6

What is the ground clearance of the Yamaha YZF R2?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The YZF R2 offers a ground clearance of 170 mm.

Question 7

What safety features does the Yamaha YZF R2 offer?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The YZF R2 is built on a lightweight high-tensile steel diamond frame.
It comes with an assist and slipper clutch to prevent the rear wheel from hopping during aggressive downshifts.
Its switchable traction control system prevents the rear wheel from slipping on uneven surfaces.
This bike features disc brakes on both ends for a strong and reliable stopping power.

Question 8

Does the Yamaha YZF R2 come with dual-channel ABS?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The YZF R2 comes with dual-channel ABS as a standard feature.

Question 9

Does the Yamaha YZF R2 get traction control?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The YZF R2 gets a switchable traction control system that works together with the bike’s riding modes (Street, Sport, and Rain).

Question 10

Does the Yamaha YZF R2 have tubeless tyres?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The YZF R2 does come with 17-inch tubeless tyres on both ends.

Question 11

What features does the Yamaha YZF R2 offer?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The YZF R2 supports turn-by-turn navigation and incoming call or SMS alerts via the Ride Connect App.
A bidirectional quickshifter is available in the YZF R2 as standard in all variants.
It gets a fully coloured TFT display that shows all the important information to the user.
This bike’s switchable traction control system keeps the rear wheel from slipping.

Question 12

Does the Yamaha YZF R2 get Bluetooth or smartphone connectivity?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The YZF R2 gets Bluetooth, and its smartphone connectivity features can be used via the Ride Connect app.

Question 13

Does the Yamaha YZF R2 get a digital instrument cluster?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The YZF R2 features a 5.0-inch digital TFT instrument cluster.

Question 14

Does the Yamaha YZF R2 get a USB charging port?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The Yamaha YZF R2 does get a type-C charging port.

Question 15

Does the Yamaha YZF R2 get riding modes?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The YZF R2 features three riding modes: Street, Sport, and Rain.

Question 16

What is the mileage of the Yamaha YZF R2?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The YZF R2 delivers a claimed mileage of up to 35.5 km/l depending on the user’s riding conditions.

Question 17

What is the fuel tank capacity and riding range of the Yamaha YZF R2?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

• The YZF R2 features a total fuel tank capacity of 12 litres.
• It delivers a riding range of up to 408 km.

Question 18

What colour options are available for the Yamaha YZF R2?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The YZF R2 can be purchased in colour options Metallic Black, Matte White Pearl, Dark Bluish Gray, Racing Blue, Metallic Grey.

Question 19

What are the dimensions of the Yamaha YZF R2?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The YZF R2 measures 1,980 mm in length, 700 mm in width, and 1,140 mm in height.

Question 20

What tyre and wheel size does the Yamaha YZF R2 use?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The YZF R2 uses 17-inch alloy wheels that are fitted with tubeless tyres.

Question 21

What makes the design of the Yamaha YZF R2 stand out?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The aggressive supersport design aspect of the makes the YZF R2 stand out.

Question 22

What is the service schedule of the Yamaha YZF R2?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The first free service comes post 1,000 km or 60 days.
The second free service comes post 5,000 km or 180 days.
The third free service comes post 10,000 km or 360 days.
Following the free services, routine paid maintenance and oil changes are recommended every 5,000 km or 180 days.

Question 23

What warranty does the Yamaha YZF R2 offer?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The YZF-R2 is covered under Yamaha ten-year Total Warranty Programme, which includes a two-year standard warranty coupled with an eight-year extended warranty.

Question 24

What is the price of the Yamaha YZF R2?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The ex-showroom price of the YZF R2 starts at Rs. 2.39 lakhs depending on the location.

Question 25

What is the price of the Yamaha YZF R2 base variant?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The ex-showroom price of the YZF R2 base variant starts at Rs. 2.39 lakhs depending on the location.

Question 26

What is the price of the Yamaha YZF R2 top variant?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The ex-showroom price of the YZF R2 top variant starts at Rs. 2.53 lakhs depending on the location.

Question 27

Which Yamaha YZF R2 variant offers the best value?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The YZF R2’s mid-variant offers the best value as it comes with useful features such as a bidirectional quickshifter which the base variant does not have.
When compared with the top variant, the mid-variant does not come with features like an adjustable suspension, but features the same engine and performance.

Question 28

Is the Yamaha YZF R2 worth buying?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The Yamaha YZF R2 is absolutely worth buying if the buyer is looking for an affordable supersport motorcycle that balances track-ready electronics with modern features.

Question 29

Who should buy the Yamaha YZF R2?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

Buyers enthusiastic about modern features and seeking an entry level supersport motorcycle can go for the YZF R2.

Question 30

Yamaha YZF R2 vs KTM RC 200: Which bike should you buy?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

• Buyers can choose the YZF R2 if they are looking for more electronic features like switchable traction control.
• The RC 200 is an option buyers can go for if buyers need aggressive braking hardware and sharper handling at high speeds.

Question 31

Yamaha YZF R2 vs Suzuki Gixxer SF 250: Which offers better value?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

• The Yamaha YZF R2 completely outclasses the Suzuki Gixxer SF 250 on tech, offering premium features like a 5.0-inch TFT console, switchable traction control, three riding modes, and a bi-directional quickshifter.
• In contrast, the Gixxer SF 250 sticks to basic everyday essentials, offering a simple monochrome LCD screen and a standard manual clutch setup without any electronic rider aids.

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