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Yamaha TMax maxi scooterIf launched, Yamaha TMax maxi scooter will be the most powerful scooter on sale in India with 47 bhp and 56 Nm from a 562cc twin cylinder engineMaxi and maxi-style scooters have been gaining decent traction in the recent past, even in Indian market. We have seen new entrants in this segment starting with Aprilia SXR 125 and 160, Yamaha Aerox 155, Keeway Vieste 300 and even BMW C 400 GT. Now, Yamaha seems to be on the verge of launching TMax in India as seen with recent uncamouflaged spy shots posted by Bunny Punia.Yamaha TMax Maxi Scooter Spotted Testing In IndiaYamaha needs more multi-cylinder motorcycles in India and is on the verge of launching MT-03 and YZF-R3. Possibilities of MT-07, MT-09 and YZF-R7 launches are pretty high as well. If launched in India, Yamaha TMax maxi scooter would grace our shores via CBU route, commanding a hefty price upwards Rs. 20 lakh (ex-sh) easily.In motorcycling world, maxi-scooters offer comparable levels of wind protection to a fully-faired motorcycle but don’t require a committed riding posture. In that regard, maxi scooters share a lot of ethos with baggers and tourers as well. All these combined, maxi scooters emerge as one of the most viable forms of long-distance cruising.Considering India is the largest 2W market in the world, launching a premium maxi scooter would make sense considering BMW C 400 GT is already on sale. That said, Yamaha is currently completely absent from big bike scene in India. Not just big bikes, Yamaha’s flagship in India is a 150cc single-cylinder motorcycle.Hello @India_Yamaha T Max, what are you doing on Indian roads?On a serious note, wouldnt we all want to see this Maxi Scooter on sale here 😀What do you think? pic.twitter.com/zkctxe7uB4— Bunny Punia (@BunnyPunia) October 8, 2023What is TMax?Yamaha TMax is the Japanese brand’s multi-cylinder maxi scooter lineup, slotted above XMax single-cylinder maxi-scooter lineup. It boasts of a large 562cc parallel-twin liquid-cooled DOHC 4V engine that churns out around 47 bhp of peak power at 7,500 RPM and 56 Nm of peak torque 5,250 RPM.There is an automatic transmission with a V-belt transmitting power to the rear wheels. Owing to its touring credentials, it has a large (by scooter standards) 15L fuel tank and Yamaha promises 4.8L/100 km fuel consumption which yields around 21 km/l. Tank range is impressive (by scooter standards) 312 km.Componentry includes gold-finished USD telescopic front forks with 120mm travel, a swingarm-mounted rear shocker with 117mm travel, 267mm dual disc front and 282mm single disc rear braking setup, 15-inch alloy wheels with 120/70 rubber at front and 160/60 rubber at the rear. Yamaha TMax maxi scooter has a 1,575 mm wheelbase and weighs 218 kg, wet, with an aluminium chassis.Yamaha TMax featuresIndia launch likely?Needless to say, Yamaha TMax is a large and imposing scooter that has impressive road presence and a tonne of features to aid rider comfort and convenience. Features include LED projector headlights, impeccable rider and pillion comfort, large TFT screen with smartphone integration and full-map navigation, keyless push-button start, advanced electronic aids, under-seat storage, anti-theft central locking stand and many more.There are two colours on offer – Icon Blue and Sword Grey. The one spied in India, donned Icon Blue shade. In Europe, Yamaha TMax maxi scooter costs EUR 13,564 before accessories. Which translates to Rs. 12 lakh. Expect a price of close to Rs. 20 lakh (ex-sh) if brought in via CBU route. More

Yamaha Aerox Monster Energy MotoGP Edition launchedExcept for the new racing-inspired livery, Yamaha Aerox Monster Energy MotoGP Edition is identical to standard modelThe maxi-scooter variety in India is pretty limited to Yamaha Aerox 155 and Aprilia SXR 160 and a few others with larger displacements. Of these, Yamaha Aerox 155 is among the most popular. Yamaha is now adding more excitement to its already exciting Aerox 155 in the form of Monster Energy MotoGP Edition variant.Yamaha Aerox Monster Energy MotoGP Edition LaunchedAfter launching Monster Energy MotoGP Edition with MT-15, R15 and RayZR scooter, Yamaha is offering similar treatment with Aerox 155. As of now, there are four colours on offer with Yamaha Aerox 155 – Metallic Black, Racing Blue, Grey Vermillion and Silver. All of these four colour combinations cost Rs. 1,46,800 (ex-sh).Yamaha has now added a fifth shade ahead of festive season. Priced at Rs. 1,48,300 (ex-sh), Yamaha Aerox 155 Monster Energy MotoGP Edition is the most expensive colour. It costs Rs. 1500 more than other shades and stands out with its racing inspired livery. Other than its livery, there are no design or hardware changes with Aerox 155.Primarily, Yamaha Aerox 155 Monster Energy MotoGP Edition has multiple labels and stickers on its side body, centre spine, and front apron. We can see iconic Monster Energy logo at the sides of front apron along with Monster Energy lettering on the front fly screen, rear grabrails and over its centre spine.Racing inspired liveryWe can see Eneos branding as well, situated at centre spine and in front fly screen. Yamaha Aerox 155 Monster Energy MotoGP Edition gets a Black base coat, which acts as a stealthy baseline so that these sporty liveries get prime attention.No mechanical changesApart from the new livery, Yamaha Aerox 155 has been retained mechanically. Which is not a bad thing, considering it is a performance-oriented maxi-styled scooter. It gets the same 155cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder 4V engine as Yamaha R15 V4. In Aerox 155, Yamaha has slightly de-tuned this engine.Performance figures include 14.75 bhp of power and 13.9 Nm of torque, mated to a CVT transmission. VVA (Variable Valve Actuation) is present too. Componentry includes telescopic front forks, twin rear shock absorbers, front disc and rear drum brake setup, single-channel ABS and more.Yamaha Aerox Monster Energy MotoGP Edition profileThere are 14-inch alloy wheels at both ends. Front wheel gets wrapped with 110/80-14 rubber, while rear wheel gets a fatter 140/70-14 tyre. Yamaha has offered a fully digital instrument cluster that misses out on crucial necessities like turn by turn navigation.Central spine on the floorboard houses a 5.5L fuel tank, liberating a lot of under seat storage for more accommodating luggage space. The whole package weighs 126 kg and enjoys quite a niche in India. With Monster Energy MotoGP Edition on Yamaha Aerox 155, the company intends to bring excitement ahead of festive season. Similarly, FZ-S Fi Ver 4.0 gets two new colours too. More

Yamaha FZ-S Fi Ver 4.0The 149cc single-cylinder engine on Yamaha FZ-S Fi Ver 4.0 still develops the same 12.4 PS peak power and 13.3 Nm peak torqueThe Japanese motorcycle manufacturer, Yamaha, has launched two new colours with its popular premium commuter. The fourth instalment of FZ range, FZ-S Fi Ver 4.0, now gets two colours – Dark Matte Blue and Matte Black. Yamaha has priced it at Rs. 1,28,900 (ex-sh) and it now becomes the most affordable colours of FZ Fi V4 lineup.Yamaha FZ V4 Gets Two New ColoursAhead of festive season, Yamaha is bringing newness with its FZ V4 lineup by launching Dark Matte Blue and Matte Black. These are the only two colour options with FZ-S Fi Ver 4.0 and they are Dark Matte Blue and Matte Black. Both of these colours are priced at Rs. 1,28,900 (ex-sh).Matte Black shade gets an all-black finish along with a subtle red pinstripe on both alloy wheels. Dark Matte Blue, however, has a white pinstripe on both alloy wheels. Yamaha still offers the chrome-finished surrounds for fake vents on fuel tank shrouds, which could have been black or a darker shade.That design element is not to everyone’s taste. For Rs. 500 more, Yamaha offers FZ-S Fi Ver 4.0 DLX with dual-tone seat covers and a colour-coded alloy wheel finish. There are three shades with DLX model – Metallic Grey, Metallic Black and Majesty Red. All three shades still keep the chrome surrounds on fuel tank extensions.Yamaha FZ-S Fi Ver 4.0 Dark Matte BlueMetallic Grey gets Racing Blue coloured alloy wheels and a Black seat cover. Metallic Black and Majesty Red gets Gold-finished alloy wheels and a pastel red seat cover. Yamaha surprisingly doesn’t offer a split seat setup with FZ-S Fi Ver 4.0 and its DLX variant even today.What is new?The main highlight of Ver 4.0 over Ver 3.0 is in its headlights. Ver 4.0 gets a new headlight design that packs twin LED DRLs along with it. This design is not to everyone’s taste either. Except for the colours, actual motorcycle is completely similar to what it has been. It is a no-nonsense premium commuter motorcycle.It packs a 149cc single-cylinder 2V SOHC engine that is capable of outputting 12.4 PS of peak power at 7,250 RPM and 13.3 Nm of torque at 5,500 RPM, mated to a 5-speed gearbox. Yamaha is offering a traction control system in the mix as well. This is an air-cooled engine that boasts a simplistic setup and good fuel efficiency.Yamaha FZ-S Fi Ver 4.0 Matte BlackComponentry includes RSU telescopic front forks, mono-shock rear suspension, alloy wheels, single-disc setup at both ends, and single-channel ABS among others. The fully digital LCD display has Bluetooth connectivity, but not turn-by-turn navigation. We would like it if Yamaha brings the same updates it brought to this motorcycle in Brazil (2023 Fazer FZ-15). More

Yamaha FZ 4.0Yamaha Ray ZR was the best performing model in domestic markets while it was the Yamaha FZ that topped the export listYamaha’s sales performance in domestic markets saw a YoY and MoM de-growth in August 2023. Sales dipped to 58,042 units in the past month, down 1.05 percent when compared to 58,659 units sold in August 2022. It was also a MoM dip in sales by 6.21 percent from 61,884 units sold in July 2023.Yamaha Domestic Sales August 2023Earlier in August 2023, the company also introduced Yamaha Monster Energy MotoGP Edition with YZF-R15M, MT-15 V2.0 and Ray ZR 125 Fi in limited numbers, bringing fresh updates and new colour options to each of these models. Yamaha Ray ZR was the best-selling two-wheeler in the company portfolio in August 2023. Sales increased 35.01 percent YoY to 13,668 units, up from 10,124 units sold in August 2022.Not only was it the best-selling model in the company charts but the Ray ZR also featured at No. 9 on the list of top 10 scooters in the past month. MoM performance was down by 13.65 percent over 15,828 units sold in July 2023. Yamaha FZ sales fell YoY and MoM by 31.99 percent and 20.48 percent respectively. Sales stood at 13,241 units last month down from 19,469 units sold in August 2022 and 16,651 units sold in July 2023.While YoY sales improved for both the Fascino (11,572 units) and R15 (10,483 units) by 26.47 percent and 7.03 percent respectively, they both experienced a MoM decline. MT 15 sales also fell on a YoY basis by 23.01 percent to 7,296 units from 9,477 units sold in August 2022 but grew by 25.68 percent MoM from 5,805 units sold in July 2023.Yamaha sales breakup domestic marketThe relatively new Yamaha Aerox scooter has gained some popularity in markets with sales at 1,782 units in August 2023 with a 50.38 percent MoM growth over 1,185 units sold in July 2023.Yamaha Exports MoM Growth at 43.62%Lack luster sales in domestic markets were made up in terms of exports on a MoM basis which improved by 43.62 percent. Every model in the company portfolio has posted significant Mom growth, except for Fascino. However, YoY sales continued to be in the red down 35.70 percent.Total exports stood at 19,734 units in August 2023. This was a YoY de-growth of 35.70 percent from 30,689 units shipped in August 2023. MoM exports grew over 13,740 units shipped in July 2023. Yamaha FZ topped the export chart with 8,388 units sold last month, a YoY fall of 37.06 percent from 13,326 units shipped in August 2023. MoM sales, however, improved by 48.72 percent from 5,640 units exported in July 2023.Yamaha sales breakup export marketYamaha RayZR also saw its YoY exports fall by 25.13 percent to 3,256 units while MoM exports grew by 40.22 percent over 2,322 units shipped in July 2023. Outstanding sales performance was seen in the case of both Saluto and Saluto RX. Saluto exports improved 224.43 percent YoY and 103.69 percent MoM to 2,868 units. There had been 88 units and 1,408 units exported in August 2022 and July 2023 respectively.Saluto RX exports escalated by 2047.62 percent YoY and 1.73 percent MoM to 2,706 units while there had been just 126 units exported in August 2022. Yamaha MT15 exports also grew by 1000 percent YoY and 41.94 percent MoM to 880 units. Thereafter, the company reported YoY de-growth for the FZ25(754 units), SZ (644 units) and R15 (238 units). These three models, however, performed better on a MoM basis with each reporting significant growth More

Yamaha Monster Energy MotoGP EditionThe company is offering Yamaha Monster Energy MotoGP Edition with YZF-R15M, MT-15 V2.0 and Ray ZR 125 Fi in limited numbersYamaha India has launched Monster Energy MotoGP Editions of its popular YZF-R15, MT-15 V2.0 and Ray ZR 125 Fi. This way, Yamaha is offering enthusiasm and newness with its popular motorcycle lineup. Prospective customers can book their Monster Energy MotoGP Editions from any premium Blue Square outlets.Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Edition LaunchedYamaha has priced Monster Energy MotoGP Edition of YZF-R15M at Rs. 1,97,200, MT-15 V2.0 at Rs. 1,72,700 and Ray ZR 125 Fi at Rs. 92,330 (all prices ex-sh). Monster Energy MotoGP Edition of R15, MT-15 and Ray ZR costs Rs. 1,500 more than their least expensive variants (MT-15 with Y-Connect & LED flasher and Ray ZR with disc brake option).The company is offering this edition in limited numbers and deliveries will commence by 3rd week of September. With all Monster Energy MotoGP Editions, Yamaha has gone with a Black base colour. Complementing this Black shade are Yamaha’s Racing Blue highlights and Monster Energy’s iconic branding. Because of the larger surface area, R15 and Ray ZR get much larger and more pronounced liveries as opposed to MT-15’s minimal body panels.With R15 and MT-15 Monster Energy MotoGP Editions, the livery and brandings are concentrated more towards fuel tank. Along with that tank shrouds on MT-15 and fairing on R15 get these elements too. With Ray ZR Monster Energy MotoGP Edition, liveries and brandings are more spread out towards side apron panels and side body panels.R15 Monster Energy MotoGP EditionSame powertrains as beforeWith this Edition, Yamaha is keeping it stealthy. Wheels are black and only R15 gets a Racing Blue stripe. While other two miss out on this. Both R15 and MT-15 come equipped with a 155cc single-cylinder 4V liquid-cooled SOHC engine with VVA (variable valve actuation). Both motorcycles generate around 18 bhp of power and 14.2 Nm of torque, mated to a 6-speed gearbox.While Ray ZR 125 Fi is powered by a 125cc single-cylinder SOHC 2V engine that generates around 8 bhp of power and 10.3 Nm of torque. As of writing this article, Yamaha has not launched Monster Energy MotoGP Edition of Aerox 155 scooter. However, the company mentioned that Aerox 155 will get this treatment soon.Words from the manufacturerOn this occasion, Chairman of Yamaha Motor India Group of companies, Mr. Eishin Chihana said, “There is a lot of enthusiasm among Yamaha fans to witness the first ever MotoGP race in India. With the launch of the Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Edition model range today, we believe it is only going to rev up their excitement.MT-15 Monster Energy MotoGP EditionThe introduction of 2023 MotoGP Edition livery strengthens our commitment towards Indian customers of offering an exciting, stylish, and sporty model range that represents Yamaha’s rich racing legacy. This exclusive line-up showcases Yamaha’s continuous efforts to meet the aspirations of our young customers including those who are passionate MotoGP fans.”Ray ZR Monster Energy MotoGP Edition More

Yamaha R15Even as sales of Yamaha FZ series dipped both in terms of domestic sales and exports on a YoY basis, it was still the best selling Yamaha model in July 2023Yamaha Motor India has seen a YoY sales growth in domestic markets while in terms of exports, there was a massive fall of 50.46 percent in July 2023. Total sales (domestic + exports) stood at 75,624 units in July 2023 down from 84,400 units sold in July 2022. It was also a de-growth on a MoM basis from 71,385 units sold in June 2023.Yamaha FZ Tops Domestic Sales ChartsDomestic sales stood at 61,884 units in July 2023, up 13.20 percent YoY from 54,666 units sold in July 2022. This was volume growth of 7,218 units. Yamaha FZ was the most sold model with sales in domestic markets at 16,651 units in July 2023, down 12.31 percent from 18,988 units sold in July 2022. The FZ currently commands a 26.91 percent share in the company lineup. On a MoM basis, FZ sales grew by 2.05 percent over 16,316 units sold in June 2023.Yamaha India sales breakup July 2023At No. 2 was the RayZR scooter with 15,828 units sold in the past month relating to a 96.79 percent YoY growth from 8,043 units sold in July 2022. MoM sales also improved by 17.76 percent over 13,441 units sold in June 2023. This caused the share percentage to increase from 22.95 percent held in June 2023 to 25.58 percent in July 2023. The Ray ZR was also the 8th best-selling scooter in India in July 2023 while Yamaha Fascino also commanded a No. 10 position on this list. Fascino sales in July 2023 improved by 24.93 percent YoY and 22.34 percent MoM to 11,710 units. There were 9,373 units sold in July 2022 and 9,572 units sold in June 2023.Another model in the Yamaha lineup to post both YoY and MoM growth in sales was the R15. Sales improved 14.38 percent YoY to 10,705 units in July 2023 up from 9,359 units sold in July 2022. MoM sales grew by 5.87 percent over 10,111 units sold in June 2023. Yamaha has not been seeing good demand for the MT15, sales of which dipped 30.73 percent YoY and 36.40 percent MoM in July 2023. The domestic sales list also included the new Yamaha Aerox 155. Sales stood at 1,185 units.Yamaha India sales breakup July 2023 vs July 2022 – YoY performanceYamaha Exports July 2023Yamaha exports took a severe fall in terms of YoY sales, which fell as much as 50.46 percent to 13,740 units in July 2023, down from 27,734 units shipped in July 2022. This was a volume decline of 13,994 units. MoM exports grew by 7.19 percent from 12,818 units sold in June 2023. In export markets again it was the FZ that commanded the most attention with 5,640 units shipped last month, down 48.69 percent YoY to 10,992 units shipped in July 2022. MoM exports grew by 23.47 percent over 4,568 units shipped in June 2023.Yamaha India sales breakup July 2023 vs June 2023 – MoM performanceYamaha Saluto RX saw a 23.61 percent MoM growth from 2,152 units to 2,660 units in July 2023 while currently commanding a 19.36 percent share on the Yamaha export list. RayZR exports fell YoY and MoM by 28.60 percent and 4.76 percent respectively to 2,322 units while Saluto (1,408 units) and MT15 (620 units) have reported a 170.77 percent and 156.20 percent YoY growth in terms of exports. MT15 exports also improved by 87.88 percent on a MoM basis from 330 units shipped in June 2023.Exports of FZ25 (484 units), SZ (312 units) and R15 (204 units), each posted YoY de-growth in exports while except for the FZ25, the other two bikes have seen a MoM growth. Yamaha also had the Fascino scooter on the export list at No. 9 with 90 units shipped last month, 13.46 percent down when compared to 104 units shipped in July 2022. MoM exports of the Fascino grew a massive 200 percent over just 30 units exported in June 2023. More

Image – Patna BikesYamaha FZ was the most sold bike both in domestic and export markets even as it has posted YoY and MoM de-growthYamaha Motor India reported total sales (domestic + exports) at 71,385 units in June 2023. This was a decline by 6,842 units on a YoY basis as against 78,227 units sold in June 2022. The company posted increased domestic sales to the tune of 12.41 percent YoY and 8.96 percent MoM. However, exports dipped both YoY and MoM by 50.94 percent and 29.54 percent respectively.Total domestic sales in June 2023 stood at 58,567 units, up 12.41 percent compared to 52,099 units sold in June 2022. It was also a MoM growth of 8.96 percent from 53,751 units sold in May 2023. In the Yamaha scooter lineup it was the Fascino and RayZR that made their way onto the list of top 10 scooters sold in June 2023.Yamaha Domestic Sales June 2023Yamaha FZ topped sales charts in domestic markets with 16,316 units sold in June 2023 despite a YoY de-growth of 15.48 percent from 19,305 units sold in June 2022 and down 3.56 percent MoM over 16,919 units sold in May 2023. The FZ currently commands a 27.86 percent share in the company lineup.At No. 2 was the R15 sports bike, sales of which improved by 21.38 percent YoY to 10,111 units from 8,330 units sold in June 2022. MoM sales dipped 10.36 percent from 11,280 units sold in May 2023. This took the share down to 17.26 percent from 20.99 percent MoM. Yamaha RayZR 125 Fi Hybrid scooter has seen increased demand both YoY (66.12 percent) and MoM (37.24 percent) to 13,441 units in June 2023. There were 8,091 units sold in June 2022 and 9,794 units sold in May 2023.Yamaha sales and exports June 2023 vs June 2022 – YoY comparisonFascino sales also improved YoY and MoM to 9,572 units. This was a 20.93 percent YoY and 13.65 percent MoM growth over 7,915 units and 8,422 units sold in the months of June 2022 and May 2023. Domestic sales also improved for the Yamaha MT15 by 17.24 percent YoY to 9,127 units, up from 7,785 units sold in June 2022 to command a 15.58 percent share in the company lineup. MoM sales were higher by 27.54 percent from 7,156 units sold in May 2023.Yamaha Exports June 2023Where exports were concerned, Yamaha has posted both YoY and MoM decline. Exports dipped 50.94 percent YoY to 12,818 units in June 2023 from 26,128 units sold in June 2022. MoM decline was by 29.54 percent from 18,192 units shipped in May 2023. On a YoY basis it was only models like the Saluto and Saluto RX along with the MT15 that saw increase in exports while on a MoM basis, every other model has ended in the red.FZ exports dipped 54.11 percent to 4,568 units from 9,954 units sold in June 2023 while MoM exports fell by 30.91 percent over 6,612 units sold in May 2023. RayZR has also seen lower exports by 26.61 percent YoY and 19.80 percent MoM to 2,438 units.Yamaha sales and exports June 2023 vs May 2023 – MoM comparisonExports of Yamaha RayZR improved 78.84 percent YoY to 2,400 units from 1,342 units sold in June 2022 while MoM exports fell by 31.62 percent from 3,040 units shipped in May 2023. It was also the Saluto RX that has seen YoY exports grow by 581.01 percent to 2,152 units from just 316 units exported in June 2023 while MoM saw a 31.81 percent decline. FZ25 exports dipped 67.35 percent in June 2023 to 508 units from 1,556 units shipped in June 2022 while there had been 0 units exported in May 2023.MT15 saw its exports improve by 2.48 percent YoY to 330 units from 322 units shipped in June 2023 while MoM exports fell by 65.63 percent. Thereafter the Yamaha SZ (216 units), R15 (176 units) and Fascino (30 units) each posted a de-growth on both YoY and MoM basis. More