Yamaha YZF-R25 2026 Malaysia Launch: Icon Blue MotoGP Livery, ₹5.54 Lakh

Yamaha has kept the spirit of the quarter-liter segment alive with the launch of the 2026 Yamaha YZF-R25 in Malaysia. While the mechanical heart of the machine remains a constant, the aesthetic overhaul introduces two striking new identities that lean heavily into Yamaha’s modern “R-Series” design language.

Priced at RM 23,098 (approx. ₹5.54 lakh), the 2026 update focuses exclusively on visual flair. From the race-bred Icon Blue to the experimental Mint Green, we’ve broken down the specs and the likelihood of these updates trickling down to the Indian market.

The 2026 Palette

The new Icon Blue isn’t just a random shade; it is meticulously color-matched to the livery used by the Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP team, giving the 250cc bike a “liter-class” visual presence.

Colour Breakdown

• Icon Blue: A signature Yamaha racing finish. It features the classic blue-on-blue scheme with blacked-out components, aimed at purists who want their bike to look like it belongs on a Sepang grid.

• Mint Green: A complete departure from tradition. This shade features a full light-green base accented by sharp red and black graphics. It is a “love it or hate it” color designed to dominate social media feeds and street corners.

While the R25 stays in Malaysia, the Icon Blue shade is almost identical to the Racing Blue variant of the Yamaha R15 V4 currently sold in India, showing Yamaha’s move toward a unified global “R-DNA” aesthetic.

Performance

The R25’s engine is one of the few remaining 250cc units to utilize a parallel-twin architecture with a high-revving nature, peaking at over 12,000 RPM.

Despite the fresh paint, the internals remain untouched:

• Engine: 249cc, Liquid-cooled, Parallel-twin, DOHC.

• Power: 34.9 bhp @ 12,000 rpm.

• Torque: 22.6 Nm @ 10,500 rpm.

• Gearbox: 6-speed with a smooth-shifting mechanism.

The hardware continues to feature the premium Gold-finished USD (Upside Down) forks and a rear monoshock, providing the sharp, track-focused handling the R25 is famous for.

Will it come to India

No, Yamaha India is currently focused on the R3 and MT-03 as their premium multi-cylinder offerings. The R25 is specifically tailored for Southeast Asian tax brackets and licensing tiers.

The “Mint Green” Hope:

There is significant chatter among Indian enthusiasts hoping that the Mint Green shade makes its way to the Yamaha R15 V4 or MT-15. Given Yamaha’s history of bringing international colors (like the Cyber Green) to the Indian market, a “Mint Green” R15 could be a potential blockbuster for the 2026-27 festive season.

Pros & Cons

Who is the 2026 R25 for

Buy the 2026 Yamaha R25 (in Malaysia) if:

• You want a track-ready 250. It is arguably the most balanced quarter-liter twin for beginner track days.

• You value exclusivity. The Mint Green variant ensures you won’t blend into a sea of blue and black bikes.

Do NOT wait for it in India:

• If you are in India, your eyes should be on the Yamaha R3. It offers more power and similar styling for a slightly higher premium, with full official support and availability.

Technical Specifications