Earlier today, Yamaha launched a new offensive in the 110cc commuter segment, with the new Saluto RX. Priced at Rs 46,400 (ex-showroom, Delhi), this new entry-level model takes the fight to the TVS Victor, Hero Passion Pro, Honda CD110 Dream and the Mahindra Centuro. Check out the detailed photo gallery of the Yamaha Saluto RX.
The understated yet elegant design of the Saluto RX draws inspiration from its bigger 125cc sibling, the Saluto.
By reviving the iconic ‘RX’ brand name, Yamaha aims attract the youth by rekindling the nostalgia attached to the moniker.
The Saluto comes with an electric starter as standard. The switchgear is pretty basic and feels like it was built to a cost.
The Saluto RX tips the scales at 98 kilograms, which is 22 kilograms less than its predecessor, the Crux.
With a company claimed efficiency figure of 82kmpl, the Saluto RX comes with a real world range of over 500 kilometres.
The Yamaha Saluto RX rides on conventional telescopic forks upfront and dual springs in the rear.
While the Saluto RX only gets drum brake for the front wheel as of now, the company might offer a disc setup at a later date as an optional extra.
The instrument console gets a simplistic design, with an analogue speedometer, fuel gauge and odometer.
The majorly reworked chassis encloses a new 110cc single-cylinder air-cooled engine, mated to a four-speed gearbox.
The engine develops 7bhp and 8.5Nm of torque, and comes armed with BlueCore technology to improve fuel efficiency.
The elongated single-piece seat coupled with neutral-set footpegs offer a very comfortable seating position.
The Saluto RX can boast of being one among the handful motorcycles that are BS IV compliant in the country.
Photography by Sanchit Arora
