Yamaha, one of the trusted motorcycle brands across the world. This motorcycle manufacturing company has always provided high class products and there was no doubt about their products quality and durability at the past and not even at present. At these days to hold onto that reputation Yamaha is adding numerous products at their product list. They always try to bring in well and updated featured two wheelers for their customers and those products are always performed well at the local market. Introducing new technology with the products is also a good thing of this company. Talking about technology we all know about the Blue core technology of Yamaha. They offered this technology for better performance along with superb mileage and eventually they are successful as well with this technology.
Time to time Yamaha not only launched best quality motorbikes but they also introduced many scooter category bikes which also are good in quality and their features. And one of their latest creations at the scooter category is called Yamaha RAY-Z. Manufacturing company states, according to the customers need this scooter is well featured and with the blue core technology it can perform well. So let’s see what makes this scooter so good and what kind of features this thing holds.
Dimension and Design
Yamaha has tried to give this scooter excellent body dimension and design because they both are related to each other. At the body dimension it has 1,835 mm length, 675mm width, 1090mm height. Along with that this scooter contains 1270mm wheelbase, 128mm minimum ground clearance and 760mm seat height which give the overall dimension a supreme shape. .
With this type of dimension Yamaha attempted to charm the overall outlooks with greater design also. Charming dual tone colors, comfortable long seat with carbon pattern which makes the seat more comfortable for the rider and it combines with the rear wing-like grab-bars to create a sporty feeling. Aluminum rear wing grab bar over the tail lamp makes the design more attractive, sporty graphics, bold head lamp and stylish meter visor with smoked finish that creates a "down force" image and adds a sporty look to the front view. Over all four color shades and trendy design gives this scooter attractive outfit which can catch the eyes.
Engine
No compromise at the engine sector from this Japanese manufacturing company. RAY-Z has a powerful 113cc Air-cooled 4-stroke 113cc engine that delivers 7.2PS @7,500 rpm max power and 8.1 NM @5,000 rpm max torque with Continuous variable transmission. This type of engine delivers smooth start-up acceleration and good pickup along with great fuel economy. The engine is build with Yamaha's latest engine concept named "Blue core" and because of that technology this type of engine can offer better riding experience along with good fuel mileage. To start up the engine this scooter contains both Self and kick starting option.
Suspension and tires
At the suspensions Ray-Z has telescopic type front fork suspension which ensures swift handling and running performance with a feeling of stability even at the rough roads or at the smooth one. At the rear side this it has Unit swing suspensions which can absorb the rear pressure smoothly.
Tires of this scooter are ideal tires for a scooter. At the both side it has 90/100-10 (53J) tires which are tubeless. Both these tires are positioned at the 10 inches Sheet Metal type wheels.
Electrical and instrument panel
At the electrical side this scooter is well updated. 12V, 35W/35W X1, Halogen Bulb at the front, , LED side indicators, powerful LED tail lamp, electric starting option and 12V,5 AH(10H) (Maintenance Free) battery which completes the electrical side of this scooter entirely. Checking the speedometer of this scooter we will see few important features such as analogue speedometer, fuel guage, low battery indicator, low fuel indicator etc. this whole meter panel is analogue designed.
What’s new?
- Telescopic Suspension For better Stability.
- Stylish Meter screen.
- Aluminum Rear Wing Grab Bar.
- Carbon Pattern Meter Design.
- Comfortable Longer Seat with Carbon Pattern.
Verdict
After watching all the features it can be said this scooter is featured with latest and needed features which a can satisfy the rider easily. Engine of this scooter is refined and suitable for city commute and that’s why it can offer approx 60 KM/L mileage and approx 80 KM/H + max speed and according to the users it is performing well. This new edition of Yamaha is offered in four color schemes and they are Regal Red, Astral Blue, Moon Walk White and True Blue.