Yamaha RX-Z
The Yamaha RX-Z 135 is a two-stroke naked bike manufactured by Yamaha Motor Corporation. Debuting in April 1985, the RX-Z was very popular in Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand and was sold until production was ended in 2011.
In 2004, the RX-Z had a restyle and a catalytic converter was installed.
Overview
The first generation of the RX-Z was originally equipped with a five-speed transmission with solid front disc brake. The model shared the same platform and chassis as its predecessor the RX-135. The RX-Z became very popular among young motorcyclists in Singapore and Malaysia. A few years later in 1990, the engine was upgraded with a six-speed transmission, together with the introduction of the Yamaha Computerized Lubrication System or YCLS, as well as a new front cowl and new a gauge cluster.The third generation RX-Z came out in 2004 when the model was updated, with rear lights borrowed from the Yamaha Y125Z and with a catalytic converter due to Euro 3 regulations. Production ended in 2011.
In Malaysia, the Yamaha RX-Z was often associated with Mat Rempits; individuals who participate in street racing and hooliganism. As a result, many Malay movies including Remp-It use the RX-Z in their movies.
Present day and the RX-Z is very popular now in Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia. And every year there is the "RX-Z Members" event that is held every year at Litar Drag Gong Badak, Terengganu. Prices now are skyrocketing in Malaysia as recently as 2025, one hereby sold in Kelantan by Malaysian entrepreneur Farhana Zahra for one million ringgit because it had rare and all original NOS Yamaha Genuine parts.