Yamaha Saluto 125 (Disc Brake)
India Yamaha Motor launched a new colour variant, of its 125cc motorcycle, the Saluto. The Saluto will now be in Matt Green. The new colour variant of the bike will be available in both versions drum brake and disc brake and will be available across all authorized Yahama dealers in the country in a week’s time from today (September 14, 2016). Retaining its other basic features which were designed keeping in mind the specific requirements of commuter segment, Saluto offers 125cc air cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 2-Valve engine based on the Blue Core Engine Development ideal. The Saluto is claimed to deliver a fuel economy of 78 kmpl.
Speaking about the new variant, Roy Kurian, Vice President, Sales and Marketing, Yamaha Motor India Sales said, that since its launch, the Saluto has gained immense popularity in the commuter segment and the launch of new vibrant colour schemes and graphics of the 125cc motorcycle are in line with Yamaha’s promise to constantly delight its customers.
Yamaha Saluto 125 (Drum Brake)
Below are the ex-showroom prices of the new Matt Green Yamaha Saluto:
| Model | Launch Date | Price |
| Saluto with Drum Brakes
(Matt Green) |
September 2016 | Rs. 53,600 /-
(Ex-showroom Delhi) |
| Saluto with Disc Brakes
(Matt Green) |
September 2016 | Rs. 56,100/-
(Ex-showroom Delhi) |
Check out the complete technical specifications of the Yamaha Saluto 125:
| Specifications | |
| Engine | |
| Engine type | Air cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 2-valve |
| Displacement | 125cc |
| Bore & Stroke | 52.4mm x 57.9mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.0:1 |
| Maximum Horse Power | 6.1kW (8.3PS) / 7000rpm |
| Maximum torque | 10.1 Nm (1.0 kgfm) / 4500rpm |
| Starting System | Electric start & Kick start |
| Lubrication | Wet Sump |
| Cylinder layout | Single cylinder |
| Clutch type | Wet, multiple-disc |
| Ignition system type | CDI (capacitor discharge ignition) |
| Carburetor Type/Fuel supply | Carburetor |
| Battery | 12V, 5.0Ah/5.0Ah (10HR) |
| Headlight | Halogen bulb 12V, 35/35W×1 |
| Primary / Secondary Reduction ratio | 3.409 (75/22) / 3.214 (45/14) |
| Transmission type | Constant mesh, 4-speed |
| Caster angle / Trail | 26 degree / 91mm |
| Dimensions | |
| Overall Length × Width × Height | 2,035mm x 720mm x 1,090mm |
| Weight(with oil and a full fuel tank) | 113 kg |
| Wheelbase | 1,265 mm |
| Minimum ground clearance | 180 mm |
| Fuel tank capacity | 7.6 L |
| Engine oil capacity | 1.10 L |
| Seat height | 805 mm |
| Chassis | |
| Frame type | Diamond |
| Suspension type(Front) | Telescopic fork |
| Suspension type(Rear) | Swingarm |
| Brake type(Front/Rear) | Mechanical leading trailing drum brake
OR 245 mm Disc/Drum Brake |
| Tyre size(Front) | 80/100-18 47P Tubeless |
| Tyre size(Rear) | 80/100-18 54P Tubeless |
| Brake/ tail light | 12V, 21/ 5W x 1 |
| Turn signal light(Front/Rear) | 12V, 10W x 2 |