At EICMA 2026 Yamaha chooses to go beyond simply updating its range. The Japanese brand brings to Milan a complex vision, in which daily mobility meets exploration, electrification joins traditional engines and the experience gained in the world of Adventure motorbikes is also transferred to scooters. The result is a set of innovations that illustrate a precise strategy: expanding the possibilities of using two wheels, transforming every journey into an opportunity to experience the road in a different way.
The heart of the proposal is represented by the new RW family, made up of the RW700, RW700 Explore and RW350 Adventure Scooters. Alongside them arrive the electric NMAX E and XENTER E, designed for urban mobility, while the Ténéré 4 Concept anticipates a possible new chapter in the history of Yamaha adventures, also aimed at motorcyclists with an A2 licence. Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.+2
RW700, the scooter that doesn’t stop on the asphalt
The most important innovation is probably the RW700, a model that takes the concept of the scooter to a new dimension. The project was created to combine the practicality of daily travel with the possibility of tackling less conventional routes, including unpaved ones. Powering it is the 689cc CP2 twin-cylinder, paired with the Yamaha Y-AMT automated transmission, which eliminates the need for a clutch lever and shift pedal.
The chassis has been developed to offer stability and control even away from the asphalt. The steel frame, long-travel suspension, 41 mm upside-down fork and rear monoshock are accompanied by cross-spoke wheels, a new solution for Yamaha, with aluminum rims and Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR tubeless tyres.
Ergonomics is another central element. The four-position adjustable footrests allow you to adapt your posture to different riding situations, while the rubber inserts can be removed to increase sensitivity and grip on natural terrain. The Yamaha Ride Control system allows you to select different riding modes, including a specific GRAVEL, designed to improve controllability on uneven surfaces.
To complete the proposal there is the RW700 Explore, a version that focuses on travel comfort. Compared to the RW700, it adds adjustable front suspension, heated seat and grips, central stand and backlit controls. A setup aimed at those who want to tackle longer journeys without sacrificing versatility.
RW350, the Adventure Scooter for every day
The philosophy of the RW family is also expressed in the RW350, a medium-displacement model that aims to make the Adventure experience more accessible. The engine is a 327 cc single-cylinder, four-stroke, liquid-cooled and fuel-injected engine.
The most interesting technical innovation is the Yamaha Dynamic Ride system, a solution that involves rigidly fixing the engine to the frame, while the CVT transmission can oscillate. The aim is to improve overall rigidity, reduce vibrations and contain unsprung masses, without compromising comfort.
The RW350 adopts a steel frame, a 37 mm upside-down fork, preload-adjustable rear shock absorbers and knobby-patterned Dunlop D615 tyres. Also in this case there is no shortage of driving assistance technologies: Yamaha Ride Control mode, cruise control and traction control.
The five-inch TFT instrumentation, ready for Y-Connect and Garmin Motorize, completes a package that aims to make the RW350 suitable for both urban travel and deviations off the usual routes. Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.+1
NMAX E and XENTER E, the city becomes electric
On the urban mobility front, Yamaha presents two new electric scooters equivalent to 125 class models: NMAX E and XENTER E. Two different interpretations of the same objective, that of making city travel quieter, smoother and more practical.
The NMAX E takes up the sporting DNA of the MAX family, with compact lines and a premium setting. The eAxle powertrain, developed to deliver linear acceleration, is paired with a fixed lithium-ion battery. The declared autonomy is 104 km in the WMTC cycle. The equipment includes a five-inch TFT display, turn-by-turn navigation, three riding modes, reverse gear, Smart Key and under-seat storage for a full-face helmet, compatible with size and shape.
The XENTER E, on the other hand, stands out for its high-wheel configuration. The 16-inch rims, together with the newly developed underbone frame, are designed to guarantee stability and comfort even on cobblestones and uneven surfaces. The declared autonomy rises to 108 km in the WMTC cycle.
The two scooters share the electric motor, with a nominal power of 6.7 kW and a maximum of 7.5 kW, and a torque of 33.3 Nm. The 70.2 Ah battery is fixed and charging can take place either through a domestic socket or at compatible public stations, with an indicative time of approximately 5.5 hours to go from zero to 100%.
Yamaha also introduces YOU Charge, a service designed to facilitate access to public charging infrastructure, through subscriptions and a network of operators. NMAX E and XENTER E are expected from spring 2027. Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.+2
Ténéré 4 Concept, a new gateway to adventure
The most evocative surprise at the Yamaha stand, however, is the Ténéré 4 Concept. This is not yet a model destined for production, but a prototype that anticipates the intention to expand the Adventure family with a lighter, more agile and accessible motorcycle.
The project is aimed in particular at motorcyclists with an A2 licence. At the heart there is a new single-cylinder engine, developed to offer a full-bodied response at low and medium speeds, an important feature both in road driving and in tackling off-road routes. Yamaha has not yet communicated displacement, power, weight or marketing times.
The Ténéré 4 Concept features a newly developed chassis and equipment that does not hide its off-road vocation: KYB suspension, 21-inch spoked wheels at the front and 18 at the rear, Michelin Anakee Wild tires and Akrapovič titanium exhaust.
The design recalls that of the Ténéré 700, with streamlined lines and a layout inspired by the world of rallying. The concept thus represents a possible evolution of the family, capable of bringing a new generation of motorcyclists closer to the Ténéré universe, without giving up the exploratory DNA that has made the name famous.
For now it remains a vision, but a vision that takes on a precise meaning at EICMA: Yamaha is evaluating how to make the adventure more accessible, also through a smaller displacement and configuration.
A range that looks beyond the present
The Yamaha innovations at EICMA 2026 outline a strategy that is not limited to proposing new models, but seeks to redefine the relationship between motorcyclist and vehicle. The RW family brings the Adventure to the world of scooters; NMAX E and XENTER E interpret the city through electrification; the Ténéré 4 Concept instead suggests a new path for exploration bikes.
Three different directions, united by a common thread: offering more freedom of choice, more versatility and a driving experience that doesn’t end with simply reaching a destination. This is the Yamaha that presents itself in Milan: a company that looks to the future without abandoning its connection with the road, and that tries to transform every journey, even the daily one, into something more.
