
The facility also produces the FZ series, the Saluto range, and the Alpha scooter
India Yamaha Motor (IYM) Pvt Ltd commemorated a milestone in its manufacturing journey with the completion of 10 years of operations at its Chennai factory. It also celebrated the roll-out of its 5 millionth two-wheeler from the factory, an Aerox 155 Version S.
Over the past decade, the Chennai plant has become a cornerstone of Yamaha’s global operations to serve both Indian customers and export markets, a statement from the company read.
It currently manufactures Yamaha’s hybrid scooter range including the RayZR 125 Fi and Fascino 125 Fi along with the performance-oriented Aerox 155 Version S. From an export standpoint, the facility also produces the FZ series, the Saluto range, and the Alpha scooter, reinforcing the factory’s role in delivering Yamaha’s trusted quality to diverse global markets. More than 30 per cent of the factory’s total output is exported.
Itaru Otani, Chairman, Yamaha Motor India Group of Companies, said, the Chennai factory holds strategic importance in Yamaha’s global manufacturing network. As one of Yamaha’s most modern manufacturing facilities worldwide, it has supported India’s mobility aspirations while reinforcing its role as a trusted exporter to global markets.
Spread across 177 acres, the Chennai factory operates with an integrated model: 109 acres dedicated to IYM and 68 acres to co-located vendor partners, enabling seamless synchronisation under a unified ‘One Factory’ concept. The factory supports Yamaha’s portfolio across segments ranging from premium models for Indian customers to those tailored for markets like Europe, Latin America and ASEAN.
Published on June 4, 2025
This article first appeared on The Hindu Business Line
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