Yamaha
Yamaha Ray ZR 125
A sporty 125cc scooter that looks quicker than its drum brakes allow
In short
The Ray ZR 125 uses a 125cc, 8.04bhp air-cooled engine with drum brakes on both ends, starting at ₹81,820 for the base variant and rising to just over ₹1 lakh for the TFT-equipped Street Rally. It's built for riders who want scooter styling with attitude, though it trails rivals like the Destini 125 on efficiency.
- Engine
- 125 cc
- Power
- 8.04 bhp
- Claimed mileage
- 49 kmpl
- Kerb weight
- 99 kg
What works
- Distinctive styling with a Street Rally variant and TFT option
- 49kmpl claimed mileage backed by 47-49kmpl real-world figures
- Idle start-stop helps efficiency in stop-start traffic
- Lightest scooter in its class at 99kg kerb weight
What doesn't
- Drum brakes on both wheels, no disc option at any price
- No LED headlamp or Bluetooth even on the top variant
- Rivals like the Destini 125 claim higher real-world efficiency
Best for: First scooter, City commuting, Style-conscious buyers
Price and variants
Ex-showroom Delhi. On-road estimate for Delhi; other cities on the price page.
Ex-showroom Delhi, the Ray ZR 125 range runs from ₹81,820 (Drum) to ₹1,02,046 (Street Rally TFT) across 4 variants.
That makes it priced 15th lowest among the 26 petrol scooters we have reviewed. Its closest price rivals are the Destini 125 (₹120 less) and the Fascino 125 (₹556 less).
On the road in Delhi, budget about ₹94,800 for the base variant once 8% Delhi road tax, registration and five-year third-party insurance are added. Dealers often quote higher by bundling accessories, extended warranty and handling charges; all three are negotiable.
| Variant | Ex-showroom | Rough EMI |
|---|---|---|
Drum | ₹81,820 | |
Disc | ₹89,628 | |
Street Rally LCD | ₹95,469 | |
Street Rally TFT | ₹1,02,046 |
Mileage
Ray ZR 125's claimed mileage is 49 kmpl, and unusually, owners and our own riding land right on it: expect 47–49 kmpl in everyday use. Few bikes get this close to their brochure figure.
Among the 25 scooters we have reviewed it ranks 14th for mileage, right on the group average of 49 kmpl.
Engine and ride
Power comes from a 125cc single producing 8.04 bhp and 10.3 Nm, paired with a V belt automatic automatic. At 99 kg the power-to-weight figure is 81 bhp per tonne, which ranks 7 of 25 in its class here.
Torque is high relative to peak power, which is what you want for pulling away with a pillion and riding a gear higher in traffic rather than chasing the redline.
Seat height is a low 785 mm, so riders around 5'2" and above can plant both feet at a stop.
Our review
Riding impressions and the buying advice a spec sheet cannot give.
Verdict
The Ray ZR 125 leans into sporty styling with its Street Rally variants and optional TFT display, while sticking with a straightforward 125cc, 8.04bhp air-cooled engine and drum brakes at both ends, starting at ₹81,820. It looks quicker than the drum brakes and modest power ultimately allow.
Riding it every day
At 99kg kerb weight, it's among the lightest scooters in its class, making it easy to filter through traffic and park in tight city spaces. The 49kmpl claimed efficiency holds up well in real-world use at 47-49kmpl, useful for daily errands and short commutes. Idle start-stop helps a little at long signals, though the drum brakes mean stopping distances lengthen noticeably in monsoon conditions when roads turn slick.
What to know before buying
Yamaha's dealer network covers most towns, so servicing the Ray ZR 125 shouldn't be difficult even outside big cities. The Street Rally TFT variant costs meaningfully more than the base drum model for mostly cosmetic and display upgrades rather than mechanical ones, so weigh that against the plainer variants. No LED headlamp on any variant is a miss at this price point.
Who should buy it
First-time riders and those wanting a stylish, light scooter for city use will find the Ray ZR 125 suits them well. Buyers prioritising braking confidence in the rain or wanting the latest LED lighting should look at rivals with disc brakes and modern lighting instead.
Features and colours
- Tubeless tyres
- Alloy wheels
- Side-stand engine cut-off
- Hazard lamps
- LED daytime running lamp
- Idle start-stop
- Under-seat storage
On safety kit the Ray ZR 125 has tubeless tyres, side-stand engine cut-off and hazard lamps.
Against Fascino 125, S1 Z or Destini 125, it gets hazard lamps, led daytime running lamp and idle start-stop that most rivals skip.
What it lacks: led tail lamp, which rivals at this price offer. None of these are deal-breakers, but they show where the money went.
It is offered in 8 colours: Metallic Black - Drum, Dark Matte Blue, Metallic Black - Disc, Ice Fluo Vermillion, Ice Fluo Vermillion - Rally, Matte Black - Rally, Matte Black and Matte Titan. Colour availability varies by variant and dealer stock.
Warranty, service and ownership
Standard warranty is 2 years or 24,000 km. After the free services, the recommended interval is every 3,000 km.
Service reach is good: Yamaha has about 2,500 dealer and workshop touchpoints across the country.
The Ray ZR 125 launched in 2026, so long-term reliability and resale data are still thin. That is not a mark against it, just a reason to prefer the standard warranty and keep service records.
Ray ZR 125: questions people ask
- What is the price of the Yamaha Ray ZR 125?
- The Ray ZR 125 costs between ₹81,820 and ₹1,02,046 ex-showroom Delhi across 4 variants, as of September 2026. On-road price adds road tax, registration and insurance and varies by state.
- What is the on-road price of the Ray ZR 125 in Delhi?
- Roughly ₹94,800 for the base variant in Delhi: ₹81,820 ex-showroom plus ₹6,546 road tax, ₹1,100 registration and about ₹5,321 insurance. This is an estimate; dealer quotes include handling and accessories.
- What is the mileage of the Ray ZR 125?
- Claimed mileage is 49 kmpl. Owners typically see 47–49 kmpl in mixed city and highway riding.
- How much does the Ray ZR 125 cost to run per month?
- Fuel works out to about ₹1.97 per km in Delhi, so a 30 km daily commute costs roughly ₹1,541 a month before servicing.
- What is the EMI for the Ray ZR 125?
- With 10% down, a 36-month loan at 9.5% on the base variant comes to about ₹2,590 a month. A shorter tenure raises the EMI but cuts total interest; see the EMI calculator on the price page.
- What is the engine capacity and power of the Ray ZR 125?
- It uses a 125cc engine producing 8.04 bhp and 10.3 Nm, with a v belt automatic automatic.
- Is the Ray ZR 125 suitable for short riders?
- Yes. Seat height is 785 mm, low for the class, so riders around 5'2" and above can reach the ground comfortably.
- Ray ZR 125 or Fascino 125: which is better?
- The Fascino 125 is ₹556 less expensive to start and less efficient at 49 kmpl against 49 kmpl. Pick the Ray ZR 125 for first scooter, the Fascino 125 for first scooter. Our side-by-side comparison covers every spec.
- Which bikes are cheaper than the Ray ZR 125?
- Among the 26 scooters we have reviewed, the Activa 6G (₹80,000), the Jupiter 125 (₹80,000), the Dio (₹74,820) start lower.
- Is the Ray ZR 125's UBS setup as safe as ABS?
- UBS links the front and rear drum brakes for better stopping balance, but it isn't the same as ABS, so expect less confidence-inspiring braking in the wet than a disc-and-ABS rival.
- Which variant is worth the extra money over the base drum model?
- The Street Rally TFT adds a colour display and cosmetic changes but no mechanical upgrade, so it's worth it only if you value the styling and connected features over saving around ₹20,000.
Ray ZR 125 vs its rivals
Around ₹81,820
Other bikes and scooters within 20% of the Ray ZR 125's starting price.
More scooters
See the full list
Other Yamaha models
Before you buy
Ray ZR 125 from
₹81,820