Yamaha unveils MT-125 in UK, to launch by June
Yamaha 's MT-07 and 09 models have met with a good response in UK and now with a focus on attracting more young riders in to its fold, the Japanese manufacturer has unveiled its first 125cc bike with the same street fighter design. The motorcycle MT-125 will be launched in the UK by June with deliveries expected by July.
The bike named MT-125 will be launched in the UK by June with first of the deliveries expected by July
The MT-125 is based on the 2014 spec YZF-R125 and exudes a big bike image with an aggressive design theme. The MT-125 has a steel Deltabox frame affording this bike strength, rigidity and light-weight. The front has low angular headlamps with LED DRLs and wide air intakes. The wheels feature a multi spoke design and get six sets of Y-shaped spokes making them light and looking sporty at the same time. The wheels are covered with 100/80-17 section rubber at the front and 130/70-17 at the rear. The fuel tank gets a compact design with the engine having a matte black finish furnished with an under guard. The rear has an upswept design with the LED tail light taking position beneath the tail. The company claims that this design not only gives the rear a clean and street fighter image but also enhances aerodynamics. The instrument cluster gets the full LCD treatment and features bar style display showing engine temperature, rpm, fuel level as well as speedometer and shift light indicator.
This is Yamaha's first 125cc bike with street fighter design
The engine powering the MT-125 is a single cylinder, four stroke, liquid cooled 124.7cc engine capable of 15PS max power and a torque figure of 12.4Nm. Power is transmitted to the rear wheels through a six-speed constant mesh gearbox. Upside down telescopic fork at the front and linked mono shock with spring preload adjustment at the rear give this naked street fighter excellent riding and handling characteristics. The rear wheel comes with a 230mm single disc and the front gets a 292mm disc with a radial mounted caliper biting on it.
The engine powering the MT-125 is a single cylinder, four stroke, liquid cooled 124.7cc engine
The MT-125 will come in three colours: matt grey, natt red and race blu. If the much-rumored FZ250 can come with these same configurations to India albeit with a 250cc motor, then we just can't wait for you to launch it here, Yamaha.
The instrument cluster gets the full LCD treatment and features bar style display
THE NEW YAMAHA MT-125
| Don't be afraid of the Dark! Yamaha's recently launched MT-09 and MT-07 have powered to the top of the sales rankings and captured the imagination of European motorcyclists who are looking for a new kind of riding excitement. Inspired by the Dark Side of Japan, these edgy new MT models are all about pure riding emotion. For 2014 Yamaha expand the MT range even further with the new MT-125 - its first streetfighter-style model in the 125cc category that aims to open the MT World to younger riders. Serious 'full-size' bike image The new MT-125 has been shaped by the strong MT family DNA to give it a charismatic appearance and a commanding street presence that is reinforced by its genuine big bike looks and advanced technology. Every detail on this new streetfighter - from the angular headlight through to the upswept tail - has been shaped by its MT DNA to create a new kind of 125 with a serious 'full-size' bike image. Design Overview Streetfighter looks with supersport technology Being developed on the same platform as the 2014 YZF-R125, the new MT features a naked chassis that emphasizes its physical presence. Blending streetfighter style with supersport technology, the MT-125 brings real attitude to the class. Sports riding position for everyday use Like the larger capacity MT models, the new MT-125's ergonomics give a sporty and relatively upright riding position. Compared to the YZF-R125 supersport model, the MT-125 has a less extreme riding position for both the rider and passenger, making this radical new MT ideally suited to everyday fun in the city and on the open road. Imposing frontal area The unique character of the MT-125 is defined by the strong stature of the front end that features a low and angular headlamp with LED day lights whose aggressive image is emphasized by the high-shouldered air intakes. As well as giving a forceful and original face to the MT-125, the forward sloping headlamp and air intakes reinforce the dynamic downforce lines of the naked body. High tech cockpit The design of the full LCD instrumentation is inspired by smart phone aesthetics, and features bar style displays that include a shift light and rpm graphic - and when the bike is turned on there's an animated display that greets the rider. Short tail design The streetfighter looks are reinforced by an upswept tail that complements the forward sloping lines of the fuel tank and air intakes to give an aggressive silhouette with a crouching, mass-forward image. The bike's muscular and compact look is also underlined by the location of the LED taillight beneath the tail, which gives a short and uncluttered rear end. Strong looking engine area The MT-125's central area around the engine and fuel tank have been designed to be as compact as possible in order to accentuate the feeling of strength created by the aggressive silhouette and dynamic downforce lines. The single cylinder 125cc engine is equipped with a close fitting underguard that underlines the mass-forward image, and the impression of forward motion is highlighted further by the angled lines of the bodywork as well as the forward sloping cylinder. With the ducted side panels and matt black engine mounted closely around the Deltabox frame, the MT-125's tightly packed side profile projects an overall impression of strength and power. High overall quality In addition to its unique character and aggressive style, the MT-125 exudes a feeling of quality. The combination of smart design and high specification components creates a very special kind of motorcycle that opens up the choice available to our younger customers. Design highlights Serious 'full-size' bike image Streetfighter style bodywork Shaped by charismatic MT family DNA Low, angular headlamp and wide air intakes give strong stature Sporty and commanding riding position Short tail with dynamic downforce design Fully exposed matt-black engine with lightweight underguard High-tech cockpit area with clear road view High-end supersport class chassis components Technical Overview New tank, seat, footrests and handlebars The MT-125 features a new tank, seat and footrest design that gives a more upright position than the YZF-R125 supersport. Its shorter tank gives a hip position 42mm further forward, while seat height is reduced by 5mm to 820mm. Tapered handlebars with large aluminium clamps also contribute towards the new low-stress riding position by being 100m higher and 35mm further back than the YZF-R125. These MT-specific ergonomics make the MT-125 perfect for everyday usage and give increased bike control in the urban jungle. Revised steering angle for high agility Together with its new ergonomics, the MT-125 features a steering angle of 33.5 degrees. Combined with the lower seat height and new riding position, this revised steering geometry gives high agility - especially in lower speed urban riding - making the MT-125 a versatile bike that feels Yamaha Motor easy to manoeuvre in narrow or congested streets. High specification front end The MT-125's advanced supersport-derived technology includes 41mm upside down front forks that deliver high levels of rigidity for precise and confident steering and handling characteristics. With 130mm of travel at the front end together with 114mm available through the linked monoshock rear suspension, the MT-125 is built to give a sporty and comfortable ride. The front braking system is one of the most advanced in the class, and features a floating 292mm diameter disc that is equipped with a radially mounted caliper for excellent initial response combined with highly effective stopping power. Lightweight race-style thin-spoke wheels New race-style wheels feature a multi-spoke design consisting of six sets of thin Y-shaped spokes that emphasize the MT-125's high-tech and lightweight appearance. The new wheels run with a 100/80-17 front tyre and a 130/70-17 rear tyre that offer good levels of traction, and the wide section rear tyre underlines the bike's no-compromise streetfighter image. LED taillight and new style muffler The upswept tail end is fitted with a compact license plate holder that enhances the streetfighter look, and to keep overall length to a minimum the new LED taillight is mounted beneath the tail unit. There's also a newly designed muffler that gives plenty of cornering clearance and emits a throaty exhaust note. Technical highlights Developed on the same platform as the 2014 specification YZF-R125 Newly designed shorter tank, lower seat and minimalist bodywork for a more "urban" riding position Wide handlebars and revised steering angle for high agility in traffic Supersport-style 41mm diameter upside down front forks Linked monoshock rear suspension with spring preload adjustment Single 292mm diameter floating front disc brake with radial caliper New racing style thin-spoke wheels 125cc single cylinder liquid-cooled 4-stroke SOHC 4-valves Steel Deltabox frame for strength and light weight Dry weight 126kg / Wet weight 138kg Accessories A wide range of Genuine Yamaha Accessories will be introduced at the dynamic Press launch in June. Colours Matt Red Matt Grey Race Blu Availability July onwards Technical Specifications For full technical specifications of all models in the range, please go to: www.yamaha-motor.eu Press images High-resolution images and information on can be downloaded from the Yamaha Media Centre - ENDS - | |
Starts Rs 1,02,700
149cc
5-Speed
12.40
13.60
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