Electric motors when working in conjunction with the Internal Combustion Engines (ICEs) does wonder. We have already witnessed that on our favourite cars but now the technology is evenly spreading in two-wheels as well. As a result, the all-new Yamaha Ray ZR 125 Hybrid is finally here just to cater to all your needs of a fuel-efficient scooter with enhanced overall power onboard. The Japanese brand has currently priced it at Rs.76,830 (ex-showroom, Delhi) onwards. Want to learn more about it? Check out all the details down below.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Yamaha has finally revealed the new Ray ZR 125 Hybrid.
- It comes powered by an 8.2PS, 125cc air-cooled engine.
- Gets an electric motor and multiple colour shades on offer.
2022 Yamaha Ray ZR 125 Hybrid
Features
Apart from an electric motor, the all-new Yamaha Ray ZR 125 packs an LED headlight, fully digital instrument cluster, Bluetooth connectivity and side stand engine cut-off depending upon the variant. There’s even a massive tunnel under the seat with a space rated at 21-litres.
Colour Shades
There are several shades on offer but that totally depends upon the variant the buyer will opt for. To begin with, the Hybrid variant is available with Cyan Blue and Metallic Black. Meanwhile, it is the disc variant of the same that comes finished in Racing Blue, Cyan Blue, Matte Red, Reddish Yellow Cocktail and Metallic Black. Surprisingly, this version is also available in the Moto GP livery as well.
The buyers who will go for the Ray ZR Rally 125 will get two shades including Matt Copper and Sparkle Green. For added customisation, it also gets block pattern tyres, brush guard and coloured stripes on both wheels.
Engine & Powertrain
Powered by a potent 125cc air-cooled engine the all-new Yamaha Ray ZR 125 produces a massive 8.2PS @ 6,500 RPM and 10.3Nm of peak torque @ 5,000 RPM with a CVT gearbox onboard. The Hybrid variant of the same gets an additional Smart Motor Generator (SMG) to provide an electric boost to this new scooter for around 3 seconds while making it slightly fuel-efficient.
Price List
| Variants | Price (Ex-showroom, Delhi) |
| Cyan Blue and Metallic Black (Drum) | Rs.76,830 |
| Cyan Blue, Matt Red and Metallic Black (Disc) | Rs.79,830 |
| Racing Blue and Reddish Yellow Cocktail (Disc) | Rs.80,830 |
| MotoGP Edition (Disc) | Rs.81,330 |
| Matt Copper and Sparkle Green (Street Rally 125) | Rs.83,830 |
Alternatives
In India, the all-new Yamaha Ray ZR 125 compares with some well-known contenders including Honda Activa 125, Honda Grazia, TVS Ntorq 125, Suzuki Access 125, etc. among others. Want to learn more about the Ntorq 125? Check out all the details down below.
TVS Ntorq 125 Race XP
TVS claims that the all-new NTorq 125 Race XP is the most powerful scooter in its segment. Well, that’s true because of the overall output that is rated at 10PS and 10.8Nm. The top speed of the same is 98kmph while being on the Race mode. However, to conserve fuel, riders can anytime switch to ‘Street’ mode.
In terms of features, it comes loaded with an LED headlight, new graphics, tri-tone exterior shades and smartphone connectivity via Bluetooth. This can be used to browse through 60 other features including navigation, voice commands and brightness adjustment to name a few.
Specifications
| TVS NTorq 125 Race XP | |
| Engine | 125cc |
| Power | 10PS |
| Torque | 10.8Nm |
| Mileage | 47kmpl |
| Price (Ex-showroom, Delhi) | Rs.83,275 |