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Yamaha 2024: Global Sales at 4.8 Million Units

Yamaha 2024: Global Sales at 4.8 Million Units
Michelle Liew
March 6, 2025

Global motorcycle sales for Yamaha reached 4.8 million in 2024, up 4.4% from the previous year but still below pre-COVID levels. Explore regional trends, market position, and Yamaha’s future outlook.

Global motorcycle sales for Yamaha reached 4.8 million in 2024, up 4.4% from the previous year but still below pre-COVID levels.

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Yamaha Motorcycles continues its slow but steady recovery in the global market, with 4.8 million units registered in 2024, reflecting a 4.4% increase from the previous year. Despite this growth, sales remain 300,000 units below 2019 levels and nearly 1.5 million below Yamaha’s historical peak over a decade ago.

Yamaha’s Global Market Position

Yamaha currently holds its place as the third-largest motorcycle manufacturer in the world, behind Honda and Hero. However, the brand faces increasing competition, with Honda continuing to expand and multiple Indian and Chinese manufacturers rapidly gaining market share.

Regional Sales Performance in 2024

  • Latin America: +16.2%
  • Eastern Europe: +64.8%
  • Western Europe: +14.3%
  • Indian Region (India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, etc.): +7.6%
  • Asia (China, Japan, Korea, Taiwan): -20.4%

The strongest growth was seen in Europe and Latin America, while Asian markets, particularly China and Japan, showed a sharp decline of over 20%.

A Legacy of Innovation

Yamaha’s motorcycle division was established in 1955, with the YA-1, a 125cc two-stroke single-cylinder bike. Over the years, Yamaha introduced groundbreaking models such as:

  • XS-1 (1968) – Yamaha’s first four-stroke motorcycle (650cc twin), competing with British brands like Triumph and BSA.
  • RD & RS Series (1970s) – Popular two-stroke models featuring reed-valve induction.
  • YZF-R1 (1998) – A revolutionary 1000cc sportbike featuring a compact gearbox design for improved handling.
  • Star Motorcycles (1995) – A cruiser brand designed specifically for the American market.
  • Expansion into the Philippines (2007) – Part of Yamaha’s ongoing global reach, operating in over 20 subsidiaries worldwide.

Looking Ahead

While Yamaha remains a dominant force in the global motorcycle industry, it faces increasing pressure from rising Indian and Chinese competitors. The company’s success in Europe and Latin America indicates strong potential, but declining sales in Asia pose a challenge. As Yamaha continues to innovate and expand, 2025 will be crucial in determining its ability to regain pre-COVID momentum and maintain its place in the industry.

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