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Yamaha Ray ZR 125 vs Gemopai Ryder SuperMax

Prices ex-showroom Delhi, checked 2026-09. On-road and running costs estimated for Delhi.

Yamaha Ray ZR 125 and Gemopai Ryder SuperMax are from different segments and turn up together on most shortlists. They are priced within ₹1,821 of each other, so this comes down to what each does with the money.

The Ryder SuperMax takes 6 of the 7 categories we score. Our overall ratings are 6.5/10 for the Ray ZR 125 and 7/10 for the Ryder SuperMax.

Category by category

  • Price

    Ryder SuperMax

    The Ryder SuperMax starts ₹1,821 lower (₹79,999 against ₹81,820), about ₹50 a month less on a standard loan.

  • Running cost

    Ryder SuperMax

    The Ryder SuperMax is electric and costs a fraction per kilometre to run, though its purchase price and battery replacement risk need weighing against that.

  • Performance

    Ray ZR 125

    Ray ZR 125 has the better power-to-weight ratio: 81 against 45 bhp per tonne. It will feel quicker with a pillion and on overtakes.

  • Safety kit

    Ryder SuperMax

    Ryder SuperMax adds single-channel abs and front disc brake that the Ray ZR 125 does not have on any variant.

  • Features

    Ryder SuperMax

    Ryder SuperMax gets led headlamp, digital console, bluetooth connectivity and ride modes and 6 more items.

  • City manners

    Ryder SuperMax

    Ryder SuperMax is 19 kg lighter, which you feel in traffic and when parking.

  • Warranty

    Ryder SuperMax

    Ryder SuperMax comes with 3 years of standard warranty against 2 on the Ray ZR 125.

Which one should you buy?

Buy the Ray ZR 125 if

  • you ride two-up or on highways and want the stronger engine
  • you live where Yamaha's bigger service network matters
  • your priority is first scooter
  • your priority is city commuting
Read the Ray ZR 125 review

Buy the Ryder SuperMax if

  • you want the lower purchase price and EMI
  • you are a new rider or shorter and want the lighter bike
  • a longer standard warranty gives you peace of mind
  • your priority is short city commutes
Read the Ryder SuperMax review

What each really costs

Base variants, Delhi, 30 km a day. Servicing and insurance are class-typical estimates.

CostRay ZR 125Ryder SuperMax
Ex-showroom₹81,820₹79,999
On-road, Delhi₹93,900₹86,327
Energy, 5 years₹92,430₹6,950
Servicing, 5 years₹17,500₹10,000
Insurance renewals₹4,508₹4,144
Five-year total₹2,08,338₹1,07,421

Full specification comparison

Better figure in each row is shown in green.

SpecYamahaRay ZR 125GemopaiRyder SuperMax
Price
Starting ex-showroom₹81,820₹79,999
Rough EMI / month₹2,590₹2,540
Engine
Engine125 cc
Engine type1 Cylinder, Air Cooled, 2 Valves
Power8.0 bhp
Torque10.3 Nm
Claimed mileage49 kmpl
CoolingAir-cooled
TransmissionV belt automatic automaticAutomatic
Electric
Peak motor power2.7 kW
Battery1.8 kWh
Claimed range100 km
Charging time6 hrs
Top speed90 km/h60 km/h
Dimensions
Kerb weight99 kg80 kg
Fuel tank5.2 L
Seat height785 mm
Ground clearance145 mm160 mm
Wheelbase1280 mm
Length1880 mm1800 mm
Width685 mm650 mm
Height1190 mm1060 mm
Brakes & suspension
Front brakeDrum, 130 mmDisc, 2 piston caliper
Rear brakeDrum, 120 mmDrum
ABS / CBSUBSE-ABS
Front suspensionTelescopic forkTelescopic Suspension
Rear suspensionUnit swingHydraulic Spring
Tyres
Front tyre90/90-1290/100-10
Rear tyre110/90-1090/100-10

Ray ZR 125 vs Ryder SuperMax: questions people ask

Which is cheaper, the Ray ZR 125 or the Ryder SuperMax?
The Ryder SuperMax is cheaper by ₹1,821 at the base variant (₹79,999 against ₹81,820 ex-showroom Delhi).
What is the on-road price difference between the Ray ZR 125 and Ryder SuperMax in Delhi?
About ₹7,573: roughly ₹93,900 for the Ray ZR 125 and ₹86,327 for the Ryder SuperMax, base variants, including road tax, registration and insurance.
Which costs less to own over five years?
Our estimate for five years at 30 km a day in Delhi is ₹2,08,338 for the Ray ZR 125 and ₹1,07,421 for the Ryder SuperMax, including purchase, energy, servicing and insurance renewals. The Ryder SuperMax comes out ₹1,00,917 ahead.

Read the full reviews

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