Honda Activa-i vs Yamaha Ray Z

Honda’s Activa-i has just gone lighter on the weighing scale while Yamaha’s Ray Z thinks trendy is the name of the game. Which is the better scooter?

Published on Oct 04, 2013 08:03:00 PM

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Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India has sold its Activa in India for over a decade, introducing minor changes to the scooter’s styling and engine, but never shifting far from a tried and tested formula. The big H’s new Activa-i just broke cover, with a plastic body, refreshed styling and more petite dimensions. 

Meanwhile, Yamaha has launched a similar scooter, the Ray Z. The Z is mechanically identical to the Ray, with louder graphics and some restyled bits. Both these rival scooters are at loggerheads and target the same customers. Let’s find out which of the two Japanese scooters side-lines its rival. 

 
Design & engineering

Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India has sold its Activa in India for over a decade, introducing minor changes to the scooter’s styling and engine, but never shifting far from a tried and tested formula. The big H’s new Activa-i just broke cover, with a plastic body, refreshed styling and more petite dimensions. 

Meanwhile, Yamaha has launched a similar scooter, the Ray Z. The Z is mechanically identical to the Ray, with louder graphics and some restyled bits. Both these rival scooters are at loggerheads and target the same customers. Let’s find out which of the two Japanese scooters side-lines its rival. 

 
Engine, gearbox & performance

Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India has sold its Activa in India for over a decade, introducing minor changes to the scooter’s styling and engine, but never shifting far from a tried and tested formula. The big H’s new Activa-i just broke cover, with a plastic body, refreshed styling and more petite dimensions. 

Meanwhile, Yamaha has launched a similar scooter, the Ray Z. The Z is mechanically identical to the Ray, with louder graphics and some restyled bits. Both these rival scooters are at loggerheads and target the same customers. Let’s find out which of the two Japanese scooters side-lines its rival. 

 
Ride, handling and braking

Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India has sold its Activa in India for over a decade, introducing minor changes to the scooter’s styling and engine, but never shifting far from a tried and tested formula. The big H’s new Activa-i just broke cover, with a plastic body, refreshed styling and more petite dimensions. 

Meanwhile, Yamaha has launched a similar scooter, the Ray Z. The Z is mechanically identical to the Ray, with louder graphics and some restyled bits. Both these rival scooters are at loggerheads and target the same customers. Let’s find out which of the two Japanese scooters side-lines its rival. 

 
Fuel economy

Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India has sold its Activa in India for over a decade, introducing minor changes to the scooter’s styling and engine, but never shifting far from a tried and tested formula. The big H’s new Activa-i just broke cover, with a plastic body, refreshed styling and more petite dimensions. 

Meanwhile, Yamaha has launched a similar scooter, the Ray Z. The Z is mechanically identical to the Ray, with louder graphics and some restyled bits. Both these rival scooters are at loggerheads and target the same customers. Let’s find out which of the two Japanese scooters side-lines its rival. 

 
Verdict

Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India has sold its Activa in India for over a decade, introducing minor changes to the scooter’s styling and engine, but never shifting far from a tried and tested formula. The big H’s new Activa-i just broke cover, with a plastic body, refreshed styling and more petite dimensions. 

Meanwhile, Yamaha has launched a similar scooter, the Ray Z. The Z is mechanically identical to the Ray, with louder graphics and some restyled bits. Both these rival scooters are at loggerheads and target the same customers. Let’s find out which of the two Japanese scooters side-lines its rival. 

 

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