Yamaha Launches Sporty RayZR 125 Fi Hybrid & Adventure Ready Street Rally 125 Fi Hybrid

* The RayZR 125 Fi and Street Rally 125 Fi get Hybrid power assist by Smart motor generator

* The Disc variant of RayZR 125 Fi Hybrid & Street Rally 125 Fi gets Bluetooth enabled Yamaha Motorcycle Connect X & LED Headlight

* The RayZR 125 Fi and Street Rally 125 Fi are available in 7 colors (4 New colors)

In an effort to provide an enthralling riding experience to its customers under the brand direction ‘The Call of the Blue’, India Yamaha Motor (IYM) Pvt. Ltd. today launched the RayZR 125 Fi Hybrid, a scooter designed for the spirited riders, and the Street Rally 125 Fi Hybrid, which offers an adrenaline high for those who seek adventure.

With prices starting at Rs. 76,830 (Ex-showroom, Delhi), the new Ray ZR 125 Fi Hybrid is targeted at unisex audience in the 18-40 years age group that are seeking a scooter that looks unique, is powerful and fuel-efficient. The Street Rally 125 Fi Hybrid is targeted towards unisex audience in 18-25 years age bracket, looking for a scooter that is high on adventure, with aggressive styling, and comes loaded with performance while being fuel-efficient.

The new Ray ZR 125 Fi Hybrid and Street Rally 125 Fi Hybrid is powered by air-cooled, fuel injected (Fi), 125 cc blue core engine that produces a power output of 8.2 PS @ 6500rpm and maximum torque of 10.3 Nm @ 5000rpm. Both scooters continue to weigh 99kgs (kerb).

As standard, the new RayZR 125 Fi & Street Rally 125 Fi Hybrid showcase a Smart Motor Generator (SMG) System that gets an added functionality of Hybrid System, wherein the SMG functions as an electric motor to give a power assist when you accelerate from a stop, reducing the insecurity caused by the wobble during start-outs in tandem riding or during uphill climbs. About three seconds after starting, or when the throttle is cut back or the engine rpm exceeds the prescribed level, the Power Assist function is cancelled. Also, an indicator light in the instrument cluster will inform the rider when the Power Assist (Hybrid System) is in operation.

The SMG also serves as a motor by reversing the direction of electricity release, providing benefits that include a Quiet Engine Start System, Automatic Stop & Start System. RayZR 125 Fi Hybrid & Street Rally 125 Fi Hybrid also comes equipped with Side Stand Engine Cut off Switch which is a standard and mandatory feature for all Yamaha two wheelers in India.

Taking the style & convenience quotient a notch above, the disc brake version of the RayZR 125 Fi Hybrid & Street Rally 125 Fi Hybrid showcases the following:

1.      Advanced LED headlight

2.      A digital instrument cluster with an indicator to show when the Hybrid System is operating

3.      190mm front disc brake with “Unified Brake System (UBS)”

4.      Bluetooth Connectivity with Yamaha Motorcycle Connect X APP

During the launch, Mr. Motofumi Shitara, Chairman, Yamaha Motor India group of companies said, “The launch of the Hybrid version of the new RayZR 125 FI and Street Rally 125 FI has allowed Yamaha to further expand its portfolio of Hybrid scooter offerings in India. After receiving immense response for the Fascino 125 Fi Hybrid, we are confident about further strengthening our position in the market, with these new offerings.”

Under the Umbrella of “The Call of the Blue” Campaign, Yamaha will continue to offer such exhilarating products with improved performance and new technologies, fulfilling the passion of scooter customers for riding and adventure.”

The RayZR 125 Fi Hybrid (Disc variant) and Street Rally 125 Fi Hybrid also showcase Yamaha’s Bluetooth enabled Yamaha Motorcycle Connect-X App that provides a host of convenient features to the riders, which includes Answer Back, Locate my Vehicle, Riding History, Parking Record & Hazard. These models also flaunt an attractive set of features like the Class-C LED Headlights and Full digital Instrumentation. In addition to this, the Street Rally 125 Fi Hybrid gets metal plates, colored wheel stripes, brush guard and block pattern tyres.

Other common features available on the RayZR 125 Fi Hybrid and the Street Rally 125 Fi Hybrid models include – Side Stand Engine Cut off Switch, Pass switch, LED Position light, Power Assist Indicator, Multi-Function key with seat opener, Wide 110mm Rear Tyre and a Large 21-litre under seat storage.