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Yamaha Ray ZR 125

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Ray ZR 125

₹ 76,887ex-showroom · last updated 2026

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Engine
125cc
Power
8.04bhp
Mileage
49kmpl
Weight
99kg
EMI starting from ₹5,000/month · subject to bank approval
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Yamaha Ray ZR 125 — Overview

The Yamaha Ray ZR 125 is a scooter available at a price range of Rs. 76,887 - Rs. 89,077 in India. It comes in 4 variants and 12 colours. It is powered by a 125 cc BS6 Phase 2B engine and has a user reported mileage of 51 kmpl. With both front and rear drum brakes, the Yamaha Ray ZR 125 comes with combined braking system on both wheels. The Ray ZR 125 scooter weighs 99 kg and has a fuel tank capacity of 5.2 liters. It develops a power output of 8.04 bhp and a torque of 10.3 Nm.

At just 99 kg, the Yamaha Ray ZR 125 Fi Hybrid is one of the lightest scooters in the 125cc segment - and Yamaha backs that featherweight build with a Blue Core engine paired to a Smart Motor Generator (SMG) hybrid system that returns a claimed 71.33 kmpl ARAI mileage. That's a genuinely impressive number, and most owners back it up with real-world figures between 55 and 65 kmpl in city riding. Priced from Rs 76,960 to Rs 89,760 (ex-showroom, Delhi), it slots right into the sweet spot of the budget commuter market while offering technology you'd normally find on pricier machines. The 2025 update added Enhanced Power Assist and new colours, keeping the Ray ZR competitive against the Honda Activa 125, Suzuki Access 125, and TVS Jupiter 125. If you do a lot of stop-start commuting - Mumbai signals, Bengaluru flyovers, Delhi ring road traffic - the hybrid torque assist makes that routine noticeably smoother off the line. The 785mm seat height is accessible for most adults, the 21-litre underseat storage fits a full-face helmet, and the Street Rally variant adds a rugged visual edge for those wanting something more distinctive than a standard urban scooter.

Yamaha Ray ZR 125 Latest Updates

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  • Yamaha hiked the RayZR 125 Fi Hybrid range prices by Rs 2,200 effective May 7, 2026, citing higher input and logistics costs. The Drum variant now starts at Rs 76,960 (up from Rs 74,760), Disc at Rs 83,760, Disc Deluxe at Rs 84,660, and Street Rally at Rs 89,760 - all ex-showroom Delhi.

  • Yamaha Ray ZR 125 sold 17,298 units in April 2026 - up 21.96% year-on-year from 14,183 units in April 2025, retaining its position as Yamaha India's top-selling model with a 25.44% share of Yamaha's domestic monthly lineup.

  • Yamaha increased RayZR 125 Fi Hybrid prices by Rs 660 in April 2026 - the first of two consecutive hikes within two months. All six variants were affected; the Drum rose to Rs 74,760 ex-showroom Delhi before the subsequent May revision.

What We Like

  • Real-world mileage of 55-65 kmpl - among the best you'll find in any 125cc scooter currently on sale in India
  • Weighs just 99 kg, making it noticeably easier to thread through city traffic and manoeuvre in tight parking than rivals like the 108 kg TVS Jupiter 125
  • Hybrid SMG delivers stronger low-end pull from standstill - the difference is real in daily stop-start city riding
  • Yamaha's Blue Core engine has earned a strong reliability reputation; owners report smooth running well past 18,000 km when serviced on schedule

What Could Be Better

  • Instrument cluster can stop working after riding through flooded roads or heavy rain - a known issue that costs around Rs 4,000 to fix and is not covered under standard warranty
  • Real-world mileage reportedly drops significantly with age; some 3-year-old bikes have owners reporting as low as 30 kmpl, well below the 55-65 kmpl of a newer unit
  • Yamaha issued a recall for front brake calipers on units manufactured between May 2024 and September 2025 - affected owners should book a service centre inspection immediately

Editor's Verdict

Should You Buy the Yamaha Ray ZR 125?

The Yamaha Ray ZR 125 Fi Hybrid makes a compelling case as a daily urban commuter: it's the lightest in its class, returns class-leading real-world mileage, and the hybrid system genuinely adds useful low-end torque rather than being a spec-sheet gimmick. The waterlogged instrument cluster issue and the brake recall are real concerns that prospective buyers should factor in - but neither is a reason to walk away if you're buying a current post-September 2025 manufactured unit and keep it away from flooded roads. For anyone doing 40-60 km of city commuting every day, the Ray ZR 125 is one of the smarter buys in the 125cc segment right now.

Frequently Asked Questions

QWhat is the ex-showroom price of the Yamaha Ray ZR 125 in Delhi and Mumbai?▾
The Yamaha Ray ZR 125 Fi Hybrid starts at Rs 76,960 ex-showroom in Delhi (Drum variant) and goes up to Rs 89,760 for the Street Rally. The ex-showroom price is the same pan-India; the on-road price in Mumbai works out to approximately Rs 93,005 for the Drum variant after road tax, insurance, and dealer charges.
QWhat is the real-world mileage of the Yamaha Ray ZR 125?▾
The Yamaha Ray ZR 125 Fi Hybrid has an ARAI-claimed mileage of 71.33 kmpl. In real-world city riding, most owners report 55-65 kmpl; with a pillion the figure typically drops to 48-55 kmpl. These numbers make it one of the most fuel-efficient 125cc scooters currently on sale in India.
QHow does the hybrid system work in the Yamaha Ray ZR 125?▾
The Ray ZR 125 uses a Smart Motor Generator (SMG) that functions as both a generator and an electric motor. At idle, the engine shuts off automatically (Auto Stop); when you open the throttle from rest, the SMG provides a burst of additional torque to smooth out acceleration from standstill. The 2025 lineup added Enhanced Power Assist, which Yamaha says improves pickup further compared to the earlier system.
QWhich variant of the Yamaha Ray ZR 125 is the best buy?▾
The Disc Metallic Black or Disc Silver White Cocktail at Rs 83,760 offer the best value. For just Rs 6,800 over the base Drum, you gain a front disc brake, Unified Braking System (UBS), and Y-Connect Bluetooth connectivity - all meaningful upgrades. The Street Rally at Rs 89,760 is mechanically identical to these Disc variants; the Rs 5,100-6,000 premium buys rugged styling only.
QWhat are the common problems reported by Yamaha Ray ZR 125 owners?▾
The most frequently reported issue is the digital instrument cluster failing after water exposure from flooded roads - repairs typically cost around Rs 4,000. Some owners also report mileage declining significantly over 3+ years, with figures as low as 30 kmpl on older units. Yamaha also issued a recall for units manufactured between May 2024 and September 2025 over a front brake caliper defect that requires free authorised-centre repair.
QWhat is the EMI for the Yamaha Ray ZR 125 base variant?▾
For the Drum variant at Rs 76,960 (ex-showroom Delhi), a 20% down payment (~Rs 17,900) at 10.5% interest over 36 months works out to approximately Rs 2,159 per month. The Disc Metallic Black at Rs 83,760 adds roughly Rs 180-220/month to that figure.
QDoes the Yamaha Ray ZR 125 have ABS?▾
No variant of the Yamaha Ray ZR 125 currently offers ABS. The base Drum variant has drum brakes front and rear with no linked system. All Disc and Street Rally variants get a front disc brake with a Unified Braking System (UBS), which applies partial rear braking when the front lever is squeezed - but this is not ABS. Most rivals in this price bracket, including the Suzuki Access 125 and TVS Jupiter 125, are in the same situation.
QWhat is the service interval and approximate cost for the Yamaha Ray ZR 125?▾
The Ray ZR 125 comes with four free services under a 2-year / 24,000 km manufacturer warranty, with service intervals recommended every 3,000 km or 3 months (whichever comes first). Post-warranty, a standard authorised-centre service typically costs Rs 600-900 in labour and consumables; a major service including oil change and air filter runs Rs 1,200-1,800.

Rivals to Consider

Honda Activa 125
Suzuki Access 125
TVS Jupiter 125
Honda Dio 125