Yamaha’s First Electric Scooter For India Spotted Testing, Launch Expected In 2025
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Production is expected to start by the end of 2025, followed by an official launch in India.
The electric scooter will be built at River’s factory in Bengaluru. (Photo: Autocar)
Yamaha’s first electric scooter developed in partnership with Bengaluru-based startup River has been spotted testing in India for the very first time.
This new EV is built on the same platform as the River Indie and marks Yamaha’s serious push into the electric mobility space.
Earlier in 2024, Yamaha invested around USD 40 million (approximately Rs 335 crore) in River Mobility, as per Bikewale.
The aim was to take advantage of River’s knowledge and experience in electric vehicle technology. Thanks to this collaboration, Yamaha is now developing its own electric scooter using River’s proven platform.
What the Spy Shots Reveal
Recent spy images by Autocar suggest that the Yamaha electric scooter shares its chassis and motor with the River Indie. However, it doesn’t look exactly the same. Some key differences spotted include:
- New taillamp, placed higher than on the Indie
- Redesigned side panels for a fresher appearance
- Updated front apron with a vertically positioned headlamp
Despite these visual tweaks, the scooter keeps the 14-inch wheels and six-inch colour TFT display, just like the Indie.
Expected Performance: Same as Indie?
Although Yamaha hasn’t shared the full specifications yet, the scooter is likely to match the Indie’s numbers:
- 4kWh battery pack
- Range of up to 120km on a single charge
- 6.7kW electric motor with 26Nm of peak torque
- 0–40km/h acceleration in just 3.9 seconds.
The new electric scooter will be manufactured at River’s factory in Bengaluru. Production is expected to begin later this year, with an official launch likely by the end of 2025.
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