Yamaha Saluto is the best mid-range 125cc commuter that perfectly suits the rural and urban people. It is the latest model that launched after the YBR 125, which is the satisfactory model at the time of debut. With utmost kind and also to grab the lost customers with YBR 125, the Saluto has debuted under the Yamaha nameplate in order to fulfill all the dreams and expectations of it. So, let’s see whether the bike really satisfies the thirst of Yamaha or not!
DESIGN & STYLING
As of the design, the front fascia of the bike gives an impression of the beak Hawk that looks aggressive and astonishing. The headlight of the bike gets a halogen bulb and turn blinkers housed on the visor.
The mirrors on either side of the handlebar give a clear view of the objects behind the bike.
The robustly built 7.6 liters fuel tank ease the rider with great comfort.
As of the rear profile, it gets a sharp structured tail light and nicely colored grab rails for enhancement.
While the rear fender mounts turn indicators and number plate section. The instrument console of the Saluto equips with an analog speedometer, odometer, and fuel gauge that gladden the rider.
PERFORMANCE
Yamaha Saluto gets all the power from a 125 cc, air-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 2-valve engine mated to a Yamaha’s new Blue Core technology that provides improved and efficient performance and mileage than any other in the segment.
With the new technology and powerful motor, it churns out 8.18 bhp @ 7000 rpm and a peak torque of 10.1 Nm @ 4500 rpm that connected to a 4-speed gearbox.
On the other hand, the carburetor engine comes with a compression ratio of 10.0:1 and an oriented power bore x stroke ratio of 52.4 mm x 57.9 mm for steady performance.
Yamaha Saluto with the efficient engine and performance it returns impressive mileage figures of about 78 km/l.
RIDING DYNAMICS
Thanks to Yamaha for sculpting the bike on a diamond type chassis with good measurements like 2035 mm in length, 700 mm in width, 1080 mm in height and a wheelbase of 1265 mm that enables the good capabilities to the rider that stands out among the crowd.
With the 180 mm ground clearance the rider can easily handle the bike in the traffic with no worries. All this happens mainly because of the kerb weight that weighs about 112 kgs which is the lightest commuter in the segment so far.
The tubeless tyres of 80/100-18 47P at the front and 80/100-18 54P at the rear housing on 18-inch alloy wheels gives all the acquired grip to the riders. While the 130 mm drum brakes at the front and the rear provides all the energy to restrict the bike that heads with a great speed.
The telescopic fork suspension at the front and swingarm assisted mono shock absorber at the rear will not disappoint ones riding experience.
WHAT ABOUT PRICING?
The Saluto gets available in 2-optional variants as standard and disc. And now the Saluto costs at INR 53,898 (ex-showroom, Delhi).
IS IT BEST?
Really the Yamaha Saluto deserves a Salute with its increased performance and mileage by the employment of new Blue core technology and also the good styling elements. Finally, Saluto is a flawless model that every Indian rider should salute.