Yamaha RayZR 125 Fi

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If you want the lightest 125cc scooter, look no further than the Yamaha Fascino / RayZR models. Both weigh under 100 kilos and have low 780-785mm seat heights, making them very friendly and approachable. They also come from a reputed brand like Yamaha and should be hassle-free and affordable to own. If you want to consider a product from a different brand, look no further than the hugely popular Suzuki Access. At 106-107kg, the Access is still very light and with its low 770mm perch, most people should be able to handle this scooter. The Access is also frugal yet has a peppy motor and in its latest gen it is quite hard to fault. In fact, the top 2 variants even come with ABS making it the only one of the mainstream 125cc Indian/Japanese options to offer this feature.Take test rides between these proven products and make your decision based on whichever one you gel with more.

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•7w

The code BLVWB0310000 reads like a Yamaha India workshop “V-belt kit” billing code. The actual belt itself usually carries a different Yamaha part number on the pouch and is even printed on the belt, commonly starting with BLV or B65 for the 155cc scooters. Belts on other scooters like the Fascino and RayZR are narrower and shorter. They either won’t fit or you’d immediately get slip, high revs and poor speed.If after your service, acceleration is smooth, cruising rpm feels normal, and top speed is unchanged, the belt is right. If you feel flary revs, sluggish pull, or a drop in max speed, raise it with the workshop. If you want to be 100% sure, ask them for the belt wrapper or a photo of the printing on the belt.

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•28w

Since you are dissatisfied with TVS' aftersales experience, we would recommend you take a look at scooters from Japanese brands. Options like the Suzuki Access, Honda Activa 110 / 125 and Yamaha RayZR / Fascino Hybrid models have cemented their reputation for reliability, easy spare parts availability (especially so for the Activa and Access) and low running costs. These scooters are also comfortable, practical and quite fuel efficient, so picking between them will boil down to which one you prefer personally. A test ride of all these should help you make a decision.

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•29w

You are correct to be concerned about Aprilia's aftersales service as it is generally on the more expensive side, and the experience can also be hit / miss. Sticking with offerings from other brands like TVS, Yamaha and Suzuki would be our recommendation for a hassle-free ownership experience. Among your shortlisted options, the Jupiter, Ray ZR and Access are typical family scooters which will be comfortable, fuel-efficient and reliable in the long run. Our pick would be the Jupiter because it is the most rounded product, although the Access comes very close and is also noticeably quicker. Between the two sporty scooters, the TVS Ntorq makes for a better all-rounder because even though it is sporty, it doesn't sacrifice practicality or comfort. Take a test ride of all options you consider before making your purchase.

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•33w

The lightest petrol-powered scooters in India are the Yamaha Fascino and Yamaha RayZR, both coming in just under the 100-kilo mark. Other models you can consider are the TVS Scooty Zest 110 and Honda Dio 110, both of which are just a few kilos heavier than the Yamahas. Don't purely consider the specifications on paper. We would strongly recommend you go to a showroom and at least sit on the scooters to see which one is manageable for your petite physique.