In a bid to further consolidate its position in the Indian two wheeler market, Yamaha India has launched three new products – SZ 150, SZ-X and YBR125 priced between INR 47,000 to INR 52,000.

The SZ models will come powered by a 153 cc engine that delivers 11.9 bhp of maximum power @ 7500 and maximum torque of 12.8 nm @ a relatively lowly 4500 rpm. The engine is mated to a 5-speed transmission with 1-down-4-up pattern.

The 123cc engine in the YBR125 develops 10.73 bhp of maximum power @ 6500 rpm and a maximum 10.4 nm of torque @ 6500 rpm. Transmission is a standard 4-speed fare.

The bikes were unveiled today in New Delhi by Yamaha’s brand ambassador John Abraham in presence of Yamaha India CEO  and Managing Director Yukimine Tsuji.

“The launch of these three bikes are in line with Yamaha’s true commitment to provide world class product to its customers. We are confident that these bikes will capture the imagination of the whole generation of bikers who are looking for something extra.” said Yukimine Tsuji.

Jump over for the detailed specifications and features list.

Yamaha SZ-X:

Engine capacity – 153cc

Power – 11.9 bhp @ 7,500 rpm

Torque – 12.8 Nm @ 4,500 rpm

Gears – 5-speed, 1-down-4-up

Wheels – 17″ alloy wheels

Dimensions (LxBxH) – 2050mm x 730mm x 1100mm

Brakes (F/R) – Drum/Drum

Starter – Electric

Colours – Grey, Black, Red

Sculpted Tank Shrouds

Extended Front Visor

Price – Rs. 52,000 (ex-showroom, Delhi)

Yamaha SZ 150:

Engine capacity – 153cc

Power – 11.9 bhp @ 7,500 rpm

Torque – 12.8 Nm @ 4,500 rpm

Gears – 5-speed, 1-down-4-up

Wheels – 17″ alloy wheels

Dimensions (LxBxH) – 2050mm x 730mm x 1040mm

Brakes (F/R) – Drum/Drum

Starter – Kick

Colours – Black, Red

Price – Rs. 49,000 (ex-showroom, Delhi)

Yamaha YBR125:

Engine capacity – 123cc

Power – 10.73 bhp @ 7,500 rpm

Torque – 10.4 Nm @ 6,500 rpm

Gears – 4-speed

Wheels – 18″ alloy wheels

Dimensions (LxBxH) – 2065mm x 730mm x 1100mm

Brakes (F/R) – Drum/Drum

Starter – Kick

Price – Rs. 47,000 (ex-showroom, Delhi)

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• July 27, 2010 -- Yamaha SS125 125CC Bike Launched

After successful launches in the form of FZ 16 and the YZF R15, Yamaha India is now looking to consolidate its position in the lower end volumes segment of the Indian bike market. In a bid to strengthen its position in this high volume segment, the company has launched its new 125cc bike christened the SS125.

The bike comes with a 125 cc four stroke engine with 11 ps of maximum power, which is mated to a 5-speed gearbox for ideal spread of power and torque helping both performance and fuel economy. In a nut shell, imagine the erstwhile Gladiator in newer fancier clothes and you get the picture right.

Other features of the SS 125 include an aerodynamic racy under cowl, tachometer, lowered front cowl, light weight aluminium alloy wheels and disc brake at the front, which are pretty much standard for the segment now a days.

So what separates it from other bikes in the segment you say? Well its the class leading build quality and precision Yamaha engineering which unmatched in this segment and above.  These virtues apart from world class styling has made Yamaha India what it is today and we hope that SS 125 will carry the momentum forward.

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Yet another competitor in the commuter bike space. Yamaha Motor India have launched the all new YBR 110 in the Indian market which is priced at Rs 41,000, Ex-Showroom, Delhi.

While we would like to tell you more about it, there isnt much anyway. The bike comes with the same, age old, 106 cc four stroke single cylinder engine mated to a four speed gearbox and a new party dress around it. The bike comes standard with features such as electric start, bright multi reflector headlight, fuel guage, new graphics and grab rail.

Speaking at the launch, Yamaha India CEO and MD Yukimine Tsuji said

“We have been studying the entry level market and wanted to launch a new bike at an affordable price that would give satisfactory mileage. We are confident that we will replicate the success of our premium segment bikes with the launch of all new YBR 110 in entry level space,”

Yamaha already sells three bikes in the commuter space – Crux, Alba and the G5.

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Yamaha has launched a new limited edition version of the R15 labelled ‘Yamaha White’ which will be available in showrooms across the country.

The now nimble footed company has acted on user feedback on the very popular Fazer and FZ-16 Blue and White and has launched the limited edition model. The changes are strictly cosmetic only with white and red paint theme on the body panels and wheels. The wheels are painted in white with a red lip across the circumference while the tank has stripes in red and the rear cowls are well…. white! The exhaust shield on the up swept silencer has also been given the treatment with a metallic looks instead of the usual black.

Everything else remains the same including the high tech single cylinder 150cc engine with sophisticated fuel injection system and diasil cylinder with 17 ps of maximum power and 15.1 nm of maximum torque.

The Yamaha R15 ‘Yamaha White’ costs approximately INR 2,000 0ver and above the regular R15.

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Catch the official video of the Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere after the jump!

They say seeing is believing and if you still aren’t convinced  about the capabilities of the recently unveiled 2010 Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere, feast your eyes on the official video after the jump.

2010 Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere Official Video

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All hail the new superstar from Yamaha!

Cross country exploration on two wheels just got easier. Yamaha has released the details of its grounds breaking Yamaha XT1200Z  Super Tenere that has BMW GS1200S firmly in its sight.

The old XT 660 Tenere was a darned tough nut of a motorcycle but when Yamaha calls the new one a ‘Super Tenere’, you have to sit up and take notice. Powered by a 1199cc parallel twin engine using a 270 Degree firing rotation to put the power down in an extremely usable manner. The engine features a 98 mm bore and 79.5 mm stroke and runs on a 11:1 compression ratio.

The engine input is controlled via Yamaha’s chip controlled throttle (YCCT) which offer three stage traction control and can also be switched off completely for off road use. There’s also a D-mode engine map selection switch which gives you the option of sport and touring modes to set up your Tenere for the environment you are riding in.

The XT1200Z Super Tenere also comes with ABS as standard which uses a sophisticated linking system that allows the rider to control whether or not the brakes act independently, fully adjustable front suspension with settings for preload, compression and rebound and a massive 7.5 inch of travel, aluminium rims, shaft drive, adjustable seat height, plastic hand guards and a beefy aluminium skid plate for the engine! Phew!

Jump over for the official page link and image gallery.

The Super Tenere will be available in Europe for 13,500 Euro’s price tag. The bike as of now won’t be coming to America or India but we can always plead…. please Yamaha!

Reach the official Tenere errrrr…. Super Tenere page by clicking here!

Image Gallery: 2010 Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere

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Yamaha Motors India posted strong numbers for the month of February with sales up by 48%.  Company’s three popular models YZF-R15, Fazer, FZ-S and FZ-16 have catapulted the domestic sales figures by 18% to 16,313 units in Feb 2010 compared to 13,848 units last year.

Company’s export numbers have been equally impressive with 9,453 units sold in Feb 2010 compared to 3,559 last year.

Yamaha India CEO and MD Yukimine Tsuji said ”Our domestic sales continue to be strong for our premium segment products like YZF-R15, Fazer, FZ-S and FZ-16. These models have also received overwhelming response in overseas markets like Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Columbia resulting in increased export sales,”

Yamaha always had good products and with such encouraging numbers company certainly looks on growth path. Good going !!

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"The Doctor" from Moto GP to F1 Testing

The Doctor is at it yet again and this time on 4 wheels! The nine times Moto GP world champion has impressed all and sundry with his raw pace in a Formula one car at the end of two days testing with Ferrari in Barcelona in Spain.

Driving a 2008 spec Ferrari F1 car on GP2 tyres, the italian legend got within 0.1 second of Kimi’s 2008 pole position time at Catalunya circuit by posting a best time of 1.21.900. The time came in the penultimate lap of the test which was arranged by Ferrari as a gift for the champion for clinching his 9th Moto GP world championship title last season.

“We kept the last three quarters of an hour to try a ‘time attack’ with little petrol and fresh tyres,” said the thirty year old Fiat Yamaha rider.

 ”I would have given anything for such a lap time”, he added.

Compairing his experience with his last test for Ferrari at Mugello in 2008, Rossi said “We kept the last three quarters of an hour to try a ‘time attack’ with little petrol and fresh tyres. I would have given anything for such a lap time.”

“I want to thank Ferrari, but especially Domenicali and Montezemolo, for giving me this present.”

Ferrari’s Luca Baldisserri was suitably impressed by Rossi’s showing given the difficult test conditions on day 1 which was disrupted by wet weather.

“We tried different set ups and he improved a lot. This means that the driver learns quickly and has room for improvement.” he said.

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The star and his steed

Mark your calendars boys if you love the two wheeled toys… heck even otherwise, its not everyday that a motor racing world champion comes home! 7 times world Moto GP champion Valentino Rossi and Fiat-Yamaha rider will be visiting the Yamaha stall at the ongoing Auto Expo 2010 on 9 th January!

Reports also suggest that Yamaha will launch a limited edition  Yamaha YZF-R1 Moto GP Rossi replica to mark the occasion which will have all the jazz from the champion’s Moto GP bike (you know the doctor logos and the numbers) and also an autograph by the star himself on the fuel tank! Can it get any better for us fans… no.. so make it a point to visit the Yamaha stall because you never know, you might just get a chance to pose for a picture right beside him or equally good, an autograph!

And indeed if you are the lucky one we would like to hear from you!

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