Yamaha recently launched the Aerox 155- it's first maxi-scooter in India. The scooter goes head-on against the Aprilia SXR 160 in the country. So here we list down the top five highlights of the newest Yamaha scooter.
Pricing
Yamaha is offering the Aerox 155 in two versions- standard and MotoGP. While the standard version that is available in Racing Blue and Grey Vermillion is priced at Rs 1,29,000, the MotoGP edition costs Rs 1,30,500. In comparison, the Aprilia SXR 160 is priced at Rs 1.27 lakh.
Aggressive styling
The Aerox 155 employs an aggressive design language with a number of sharp cuts and creases. It gets large twin LED headlamps with a flyscreen and faux air-intake in the front fairing. Additionally, it also features a large seat and a traditional maxi-scooter footboard.
R15-derived engine
The most noteworthy highlight of the Yamaha Aerox 155 is the engine. Derived from the R15, it gets a 155cc, single-cylinder engine. And just like the motorcycle, it gets liquid-cooling and the VVA technology. It produces 14.75bhp and 13.9Nm, making the Aerox 155 the most powerful scooter in India.
Host of features
Besides the full-LED headlamp and tail lamp, the Yamaha Aerox 155 boasts of a Bluetooth-enabled instrument cluster, an idle start-stop system, a side-stand cut-off function, and ABS. It also gets a multi-function key, external fuel lid, and a 24.5-litre under seat storage that is the largest in class.
Suspension and braking hardware
Braking is done by a large 230mm disc up front and a 130mm drum while suspension duties are handled by telescopic forks upfront and twin shocks at the rear. Now the Aerox 155 rides on 14-inch wheels at both ends with a considerably fat 140mm tyre at the rear end.
