Yamaha is launching the Ray scooter in India today. The launch is taking place at Novotel hotel in Hyderabad and our special correspondents (Kundan and Phani Deep) are present at the event. The Yamaha Ray is powered by a 113cc (bore x stroke – 50 x 57.8 mm), air-cooled, 2-valve, SOHC, single-cylinder engine which produces a peak power output of 7.1 PS at 7500 RPM and peak torque output of 8.1 Nm at 5000 RPM. The engine seems to be clearly tuned for mileage and has both electric and kick start options. The Yamaha Ray has been priced at Rs. 46,000/- (ex-showroom, Delhi).
Yamaha Ray Specifications
Length x Width x Height – 1835 mm x 675 mm x 1075 mm
Seat Height – 760 mm
Wheelbase – 1270 mm
Ground Clearance – 128 mm
Kerb Weight – 104 kgs
Fuel Tank Capacity – 5-litres
Ignition – CDI
Battery Voltage/Capacity – 12V, 5Ah (10H)
Headlight – 12V, 35W/35W X1 Halogen Bulb
Clutch Type – Dry, Centrifugal
Transmission Type – V-Belt Automatic
Tyres – 90/100/10 53J (tube type)
Brakes – 130 mm drums (front and rear)
Suspension – Telescopic (front) / Unit Swing (rear)
Yamaha Ray Performance
0 – 60 km/h – 12 seconds
Top Speed – 85 km/h
Fuel Efficiency – 62.1 km/l (claimed)
The Yamaha Ray scooter is available in six colors namely Pink, Black, Blue, Purple, Burgundy and Grey. Yamaha is highlighting eight features – spacious under seat storage, telescopic suspension, compact leg shield, bright and dynamic headlight, stylish tail light, longer rear fender and powerful and fuel efficient 113cc engine. The Ray comes with a Yamaha warranty of 2-years /24,000 kms (which ever is earlier).
Pointers From The Press Conference –
* 7% growth in motorcycle division over previous years
* Yamaha Ray scooter targeted towards females
* The company is planning to open a factory in Chennai
* Yamaha a youth centric brand
* Targeting 20% market share by 2016
* Looking to tap into rural markets
* Yamaha has plans to start export oriented unit from India
* The company is into MotoGP because racing helps them to test their products, improve quality and spirit of challenge is the corporate culture
* Plans of starting Yamaha Bike Corner (YBC) for the rural markets
* Estimated growth of scooter market is predicted to be 5 million units by 2015
* 5 free services and every alternate service free till 30,000 kms after that, customers can avail free pick-up and drop facility within 5 kms of service centre
* Accessories (apart from the regular stuff) include stickers to make the Ray more stylish. RAY apparel for girls, helmets priced between Rs. 1100-1400/-
* Yamaha to run a female riding program soon
* Company aims to sell
*10 lakh 2-wheelers by 2014 and 28 lakh 2-wheelers by 2018
Update – New pictures added.
