Yamaha Motor Canada is thrilled to introduce five all-new models including the Yamaha R3, Bolt C-Spec, YZ250FX, WR250F and SMAX.

“I can’t remember a bigger motorcycle launch in Yamaha’s history,” said Yamaha Motor Canada Ltd. Motorcycle Product Manager John Bayliss. “This isn’t a ‘bold new graphic launch. These are five all-new bikes. There is a new motorcycle for every type of rider. This is only the beginning. Come November, we will be launching more all-new bikes!”


Highlighting the group is the Yamaha R3, available at $4,999 in Yamaha Blue, Vivid Red and Metallic Black, and sporting a new, 320cc, twin-cylinder engine.

Available in Dark Grayish Metallic Green and Silver, the new Bolt C-Spec has all the great engine characteristics of the Bolt, plus low-slung, clip-on handlebars, a new solo seat with rear seat cowl, and a sportier riding position. Canadian MSRP is set at $9,699.

For off-road and hare-scramble enthusiasts, the all-new YZ250FX and WR250F are both available in Yamaha Blue. With the performance potential of the YZ250F, but with electric start and an 18'' rear wheel, the YZ250FX ($8,749) is the bike for those serious about winning or for the weekend warrior who wants maximum performance in a convenient package for woods or track. For the WR250F ($8,799), Yamaha has taken all the revolutionary YZ four-stroke technology such as a rearward slanted engine, a reversed cylinder and a compact chassis, and delivered it in an enduro package for light, agile handling on tight trails.

Finally, the fully automatic SMAX is powered by a 155cc, single-cylinder, fuel-injected engine, Priced at $3,999 in either Matte Titan or Dark Purplish Metallic Blue, the SMAX might be the perfect commuter scooter.