Kathmandu, September 21, 2026 — MAW Rides, the official Yamaha dealer in Nepal, has started the six-day “Yamaha Blue Fest” exchange fair at Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu.
The company has described the event as Nepal’s biggest exchange fair, where customers can exchange their old motorcycles or scooters and purchase new Yamaha two-wheelers.
According to MAW Rides, exchange, vehicle upgrades, financing facilities, gifts and entertainment activities are among the main attractions of the fair.
Customers purchasing a Yamaha motorcycle or scooter during the event can receive cashback of up to Rs 1 million, according to the company. More than 50 valuators have been deployed to assess old two-wheelers for exchange, with the company saying customers will receive the best possible valuation.
The fair also offers on-the-spot financing for Yamaha motorcycles and scooters using only a citizenship certificate. The company said financing is available with low EMIs for up to 40 months.
Other attractions include opportunities to win high-tech gadgets, door prizes, test-ride rewards, the Blue Grip Challenge, free accessories, and meet-and-greet sessions with creators, riders and celebrities.
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The company is promoting the event as an opportunity for customers to exchange their existing two-wheelers and upgrade to newer models with updated technology.
Yamaha’s ongoing festive “Changa Chait” offer will also be available during the fair.