While preparing for the Japan Mobility Show 2025a Yamaha surprised fans by revealing six new prototypes that will be on display at the event.
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Among the new features, the Yamaha announced the MOTOROiD:Λan autonomous motorcycle capable of balancing itself and can stay upright even if it falls.
The motorcycle was first presented in 2017 and improved in 2023, but now it features reinforcement learning, a type of AI that trains the vehicle in virtual environments before transferring the acquired knowledge to the real world.
This means that the bike is able to “decide” when to stand up and maintain balance. In a press release, the Yamaha revealed that the objective is to explore new forms of interaction between humans and machines.
The Japanese manufacturer also presented the TRICERA protoa convertible electric tricycle that features three-wheel steering, providing the driver with a greater sense of control, especially when cornering.
To increase the driver’s immersion, the innovative tricycle also comes with an active sound system that simulates the roar of sports engines.
Meanwhile, the H2 Buddy Porter Conceptdeveloped in partnership with Toyotauses hydrogen as a form of clean energy, delivering more than 100 km of autonomy with its two compact tanks.
The prototype Proto bev promises to combine performance and fun in the field of battery-powered sports bikes. It was described by the brand as a light motorcycle, with simplified controls and a high capacity battery.
Finally, the Yamaha presented two electric bicycle concepts. THE Y-00B: Bricolageinspired by Of-1appears to celebrate 70 years of Yamahacombining modernity and technology with a retro design.
Meanwhile, the Y-00B: Base features a cleaner design, with a thin frame Dual Twin. It is a lightweight bike, with a compact battery and integrated drive unit, but its highlight is its versatility: it was designed to adapt to the user’s lifestyle, providing various adjustments, accessories and useful features for long trips.
The new models of Yamaha will be officially presented to the public at Japan Mobility Show 2025which takes place from October 29th to November 9th in Tokyo, Japan.
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