Yamaha Motor Co. revealed its new electric motocross concept at EICMA 2025— the YE−01— with plans on competing at the Motocross World Championship Electric( MXEP), MXGP’ s new electric class, debuting in 2026.

Yamaha Motor has previously competed in the FIM Trial World Championship with its TY-E electric trials bike. It is also currently supplying the powertrain for the Lola Yamaha ABT Formula E Team racing in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. Yamaha says it will leverage the electric control

technologies, thermal energy management know-how, and other expertise gained through these racing environments with the YE−01 toward the goal of entering the new MXEP electric motocross racing.

The new electric motocross concept also falls in line with the Yamaha Motor Group Environmental Plan 2050, which aims for carbon neutrality throughout its business activities— including the life cycles of its products— by 2050.

Also in November, Yamaha launched two new electric scooter models— the Aerox E

and the EC−06— exclusively in India. Yamaha says it will continue to conduct R & D into a variety of technologies— including electrification— that contribute to sustainability, pursuing a multipathway approach toward achieving carbon neutrality.

Both the YE−01— which was jointly developed with French electric motorcycle manufacturer Electric Motion SAS— and Yamaha’ s electric scooter models exclusive to India, are part of the company’ s long-term environmental plan, and symbolizes its commitment to electrification.

The YE-01 was jointly developed with French electric motorcycle manufacturer Electric Motion SAS and is part of the Yamaha Motor Group Environmental Plan 2050, which aims for carbon neutrality throughout its business activities.( Photo: Yamaha)

British electric motorcycle OEM Maeving unveiled the RM2, its first-ever two-seater model and the latest evolution in the brand’ s growing U. S. lineup.

The Maeving RM2 blends the company’ s vintage styling with its removable battery

technology— a system designed to eliminate range anxiety by allowing riders to charge anywhere, simply by removing the batteries and plugging them in like a laptop.

Building on the success of the single-seat RM1S, the new RM2 features a bench seat, rear rack, and lockable top box make it easier for riders to take a passenger, store gear, or commute with convenience and style.

KEY SPECS

• Top Speed: 70 mph

• Range: Up to 80 miles

• Weight: 330 lbs

Building on the success of the single-seat RM1S, the new RM2 adds practical comfort and versatility.( Photo: Maeving)

• Warranty: 2 years

• MSRP: Starting at $ 10,995 USD

Inspired by 1960s British icons like the Triumph T120 and BSA Gold Star, the RM2 features a shorter, wider tank and a more upright riding position, improving comfort and control for both city and open-road riding.

“ The RM2 is a reminder of why we build motorcycles: not just to get from A to B, but to bring peace, connection, and joy to the journey,” says Seb Inglis-Jones, Maeving co-founder.“ It’ s a bike we’ re proud to stand behind, and one we believe will carry Maeving’ s mission even further— to bring electric motorcycling to as many people as possible.”

As part of its U. S. expansion, Maeving is also introducing a new rider program, offering a $ 250 reimbursement toward approved motorcycle safety courses to help first-time riders get started with confidence.

DEALER TAKEAWAY For U. S. powersports dealers, Maeving is currently a direct-to-consumer brand. We have reached out about any future plans to build a U. S. dealer network. As part of its U. S. expansion, Maeving has established two locations in Los Angeles( The Bike Shed, Motoring Club) where customers can view the bikes in person. However, these appear to function more like showrooms, or brand touchpoints, rather than franchised dealers.