Yamaha RW700 and RW350 Adventure Scooters Expected to Reach Malaysia in 2027

The new adventure-oriented scooters feature long-travel suspension, off-road riding modes and advanced electronics, with Hong Leong Yamaha Motor reportedly planning to introduce them to the local market next year. 

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Yamaha has unveiled three new adventure-oriented scooters, the RW700, RW700 Explore and RW350, expanding its lineup with models designed to combine everyday urban practicality with off-road capability. 

Drawing design inspiration from the Yamaha Ténéré 700 family, the new models feature long-travel suspension, aggressive off-road tyres and rugged styling. The lineup is aimed at riders looking for a scooter that can handle daily commuting while offering additional capability when the road ends.

At the top of the range is the Yamaha RW700, powered by the familiar 690cc CP2 parallel-twin engine, producing 69.3hp and 65Nm of torque. The engine is paired with Yamaha’s Y-AMT automated manual transmission, designed to provide convenient operation across different riding conditions.

The RW700 also features Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle (YCC-T) ride-by-wire technology, supported by a six-axis IMU and Yamaha Ride Control (YRC) system. Riders can select dedicated Road and Gravel modes, while the electronic rider assistance package includes Traction Control System (TCS), Slide Control System (SCS) and Brake Control System (BCS/BSR).

For suspension, the RW700 comes with a 41mm front fork offering 160mm of travel, while the rear monoshock provides 155mm of travel with adjustable preload and rebound damping. Its braking system also features switchable rear ABS, allowing riders to adjust the system for loose dirt surfaces.

The scooter rolls on spoked wheels measuring 17 inches at the front and 15 inches at the rear. Other equipment includes a five-inch TFT display with smartphone connectivity through the MyRide app, navigation support via the Garmin StreetCross app and a USB-C charging port. The standard RW700 will be available in Sage Blue and Power Grey.

For riders looking for additional touring comfort, Yamaha has also introduced the RW700 Explore. This variant retains the same basic platform but adds a fully adjustable front fork, heated grips and a heated seat with 10 selectable temperature levels.

Other additions include a centre stand and backlit handlebar switchgear. The RW700 Explore will be offered in Forest Green and Midnight Black.

Completing the lineup is the smaller Yamaha RW350, powered by an all-new 330cc liquid-cooled, four-valve single-cylinder engine. It produces 29.2hp at 7,000rpm and 31.5Nm of torque at 5,750rpm. One of its key features is Yamaha’s Dynamic Ride architecture, which uses a frame-mounted engine design with the CVT pivoting around the crankshaft axis.

Despite its smaller engine capacity, the RW350 receives a comprehensive electronics package, including a six-axis IMU, YCC-T ride-by-wire, YRC riding modes for road and dirt conditions, and traction control.

Its suspension setup consists of a 37mm front fork with 140mm of travel and twin rear shock absorbers offering 105mm of travel, with adjustable preload. The scooter rides on 16-inch front and 14-inch rear wheels.

Additional equipment includes a five-inch TFT display, USB-C charging port, Smart Key system and cruise control. Yamaha will offer the RW350 in Sage Blue, Arashi Sand and Midnight Black.

As reported by Paultan.org, Hong Leong Yamaha Motor (HLYM) is also expected to introduce the new models to Malaysia next year. However, local launch dates, specifications and pricing have yet to be confirmed.

If introduced locally, the RW700 and RW350 could add more competition to Malaysia’s growing adventure scooter segment, where the Honda X-ADV 750 is currently one of the prominent models. Their arrival would give Malaysian riders more options in a category that combines automatic transmission convenience with touring and light off-road capability.