Yezdi Roadster new vs old: Differences explained

The 2025 Yezdi Roadster has just received its most significant update yet. While it isn’t a complete overhaul, the bike gets a number of notable changes that alter its style and should also change the way it rides. Here’s a closer look at how the new Roadster differs from its predecessor.

2025 Yezdi Roadster new vs old model: Design and customisation

Bobber-inspired styling updates with six factory custom kits

A notable new feature is the modular split-seat design, which allows the pillion seat to be removed entirely, depending on the rider’s preference. Up front, the changes are subtler, but the Roadster now gets a new handlebar and an adjustable instrument cluster – a small but welcome tweak that addresses the sunlight glare issue reported by some owners.

Yezdi is also offering six factory custom kits with different combinations of over 20 accessories, including handlebars, crash guards, visors and touring gear. You can also pick and choose these parts individually.

2025 Yezdi Roadster new vs old model: Chassis

Changes include a strengthened frame and a wider rear tyre

Again, the standout change here is at the rear. The tyre has gone up from a 130/80-17 to a chunkier 150/70-17 unit, giving the bike a beefier stance and a larger contact patch that should improve traction and cornering stability. The front tyre remains the same 100/90-18 unit.

Other minor changes include a 5mm increase in seat height to 795mm, while kerb weight is virtually unchanged at 183.4kg (vs 184kg before). It’s worth noting that Yezdi quotes kerb weight without fuel, so with a 12.5-litre tank filled to 90 percent, the actual figure should be closer to 190-192kg.

2025 Yezdi Roadster new vs old model: Engine

The new Roadster gets the Alpha2 engine with revised gearing

Powering the new Roadster is the manufacturer’s 334cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder ‘Alpha2’ engine. While peak output figures are similar to before at 29.1hp and 29.6Nm, we’ve already experienced this motor on the Jawa 42 FJ and the updated Yezdi Adventure, and these bikes were notably different to ride than their respective predecessors. 

The brand has also confirmed that this engine is tuned differently for each model, so we can expect the new Roadster to have a distinct character from its siblings. Yezdi has also revised the final drive ratio by fitting a rear sprocket that’s two teeth larger, which should improve low-speed rideability. 

2025 Yezdi Roadster new vs old model: Price and variants

Updated Roadster price starts at Rs 4,000 higher than before

While the changes aren’t drastic, they are significant enough to potentially alter the Roadster’s overall feel and character. Prices for the updated model start at Rs 2.10 lakh and go up to Rs 2.26 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), depending on the variant and colour scheme. For context, the outgoing model started at Rs 2.06 lakh.

The new Roadster is offered in two variants: Standard and Premium. The Standard gets four colour options, while the Premium comes in a single, blacked-out paint scheme. The Premium also features a flatter handlebar, blacked-out rims and tail-light/turn-indicator units integrated into one sleek assembly.