After a long wait, Yamaha has finally unveiled the 2027 Yamaha RW700, a new adventure scooter poised to rival the Honda X-ADV.
Yamaha describes the model as the world’s first adventure-capable scooter, combining scooter comfort with adventure motorcycle DNA.
Specifications
The Yamaha RW700 is powered by a liquid-cooled 689 cc CP2 twin-cylinder engine, producing 69.3 PS at 8,250 rpm and 65 Nm of torque at 6,500–6,750 rpm.
The engine is paired with a six-speed Yamaha Automated Manual Transmission (Y-AMT) and chain final drive.
This system allows riders to choose automatic gear changes or shift manually using a handlebar-mounted switch.
Yamaha claims the system enables gear changes in 0.1 seconds, with settings optimised for off-road use.
The suspension setup comprises a 41 mm upside-down front fork with 160 mm of travel, supported by a rear monoshock with 155 mm of travel, featuring adjustable preload and rebound damping.
Braking is handled by twin 298 mm front discs and a single 267 mm rear disc.
Other features include:
- 17-inch front and 15-inch rear spoked wheels
- Position-adjustable footpegs
- A 5-inch TFT display with MyRide app connectivity and Garmin StreetCross navigation
- A 14-litre fuel tank
- A seat height of 810 mm
- A smart key system
- Self-cancelling turn signals
The Yamaha RW700 also comes with electronic rider aids, including:
- A six-axis inertial measurement unit (IMU)
- Yamaha Ride Control (YRC)
- Cruise control
- A speed limiter
