Out of nowhere, Gladiator has got a sibling! In a desperate attempt to capture market volumes, Yamaha is trying all permutation and combinations to somehow create a mark in the ever burgeoning Indian two wheeler market. And in the same bid, here comes another silent offering, the SS125 from their stables. They already have Gladiator Type SS and Type RS in this segment and SS125 forms the third model in this segment from Yamaha.
In fact Yamaha is trying to play a Hero Honda by flooding each segment with plethora of options. They have 4 models with the same 106cc engine in 100cc segment, 3 models with the 124cc engine in 125cc segment, 3 models with the 153cc engine in 150cc segment and then there is the 150cc engineering marvel, R15 as the flagship product.
SS125 is basically another version of Gladiator which is very slightly stripped down to cater to the more commuter mindset gentry. The bike sports the same 4 stroke, air cooled 124cc engine which is capable of producing 11PS of peak power at 7500rpm and 10.4Nm of max torque which comes at 6500 rpm.
Changes from Gladiator:
New SS125 remains technically similar to Gladiator, albeit with the following changes according to Yamaha’s official website…
- Reduced Dimensions: SS125 is a wee bit smaller in dimensions as compared to Gladiator Type SS and Type RS. SS125 is 70mm lesser in length at 1995mm compared to 2065mm of Gladiator. However it is 10mm taller in height at 1110mm against 1100mm of the Gladiator. Width remains unaltered at 730mm.
- Higher Saddle Height: As a result of increased height, the saddle height of the bike has been increased by 5mm to 795mm from 790 of Gladiator.
- Shorter Wheelbase: Wheelbase finds itself reduced by 5mm to 1295mm from 1300 of Gladiator.
- Reduced Weight: As a result of above mentioned trims, SS125 is 3 kilograms lighter at 125kg (kerb weight) than 128kg of Gladiator.
- Increased Fuel Capacity: The fuel tank of SS125 can hold 0.6 liters of fuel more than Gladiators. Total tank capacity stands at 13.6 liters compared to 13liter of Gladiator.
- Headlamp: The front headlamp of SS125 is 12Volts 35/25 watt as compared to 12V 35/35W of Gladiator.
- Graphics: The bike looks slightly snazzier with fresh new graphics.
The bike is available in two combo color offerings, Blue & Black and Black & Red apart from the regular Gladiator features like a high-flow Air Filter, machine gun type muffler, retractable footrest, racy engine cowl, tachometer, 240mm front disc brakes, aluminum wheels and a 5 speed gearbox as standard. On road Price would be around 56k in Pune.
Though, Yamaha dealers in Pune informed us that after this launch, Gladiator would be discontinued, however we remain a little skeptical about the same. Nonetheless, we would keep you updated if there is such a step from Yamaha.
- Saad Khan
saad@bikeadvice.in
{ 28 comments… read them below or add one }
Its just a new Gladiator with reduced weight,new stickers and a small price hike.Yamaha just want to refresh their best selling model.In fact,most of the prospective customers of YBR and G5 end up spending 5 to 6K extra to buy the Gladiator.
NO!!!!!!!
c’mon yamaha..we need something newer.not this….bring in r125 or something.
c’mon..=[
A suggestion for Yamaha,if they wanna see to grow their 125cc market up. Sticker job is good way to attract people but you guys have to remember your glory days when the most simple looking bike showed the world how to be a legend.Yes! I am talking about the most beloved bike in India. Only a la RX100 return can make you capture better market than Hero Honda got…err…The Splendor got. Even in the days of Rs.70/L petrol, this step can make Yamaha to earn more money than FZ & R15 did. Still, in the days of Pulsar,Karizma, owners of RXes use their old machine for power run! Who the sh*ts do your market report delivery job! Come on, yamaha, open up your brilliance and give Indians a surprise gift in coming Navratri..
My ideal new RX would be much like this:
- 4stroke engine with 2stroke performance. The most significant point to create ‘movement’!(I believe yamaha can make it!).
- forget the mileage matter. Even Passion gives 60kmpl on road after a few months. We’ll better go 15km less and enjoy the the ride than commuting on a sleepy donkey. No 4stroke 100cc can deliver ‘less than 40-45kmpl’.
- A good suspension system with la R15 tires…short wheelbase but very grippy! Look at the outside of Mumbai-Delhi-Kolkata, you’ll know the reason why I’m telling this.
- Designed by designer of FZ16.
- Take a lesson from Pulsar series and learn how to make Ad films. Fire your Ad guy and hire the most happening Ad maker in the market because this is the only way to show your product to the world. All of your recent Advertisements are remained dull.
- Don’t make it a premium product like FZ,R15. On road Rs.50000 will suit the product as most of the customers buys in EMI and they have to give 5-6k more on OTR price.
-Treat the buyers as customers,take the responsibility,deliver the “liability” of after-sale services,make the spare parts available in bazaar. This is how Hero Honda keep their popularity.
And stop creating these clones like Alba,ss125. Rx135 never reached the height,Rx100 touched.
Navratri…:D thought ppl come with Diwali surprises/gifts
Just kidding! But the ideal specs suggested really are worth a thought. The last point is stand out for HH sales. Completely agree about ad campaigns in line of Bajaj Pulsar.
Fully agree with you soham.
Yamaha should stop Japenese way of thinking in Indian market and bring the Rx100 kinda beast back. I used to bet my friends they will loose go them self and increase speed once they ride Rx100.
I guess the issue is Eicher made them think different and brought best of engine knowledge on table. Now Yamaha need to go for it.
please yamaha…now u hav a good opportunity to capture the market as well as the youth with ur products..don go 4 dis sticker works and all dat bajaj and hhonda’s doing..hope u ll giv us xcellent machines..please…touch our hearts with new machines..please…..
Hi there this is chetan pathak from hyderabad.First of all I got shocked when I saw YAMAHA SZ-X nd SZ.Both the bikes r good looking but all the necessary components has been romoved by company i.e. TACHOMETER,DISC BRAKES, PASS WITCH , SELF START.this is really too much.But im a great fan OF YAMAHA MACHINES that’s why I will always purchase its vehicles.I have owned a GALDIATOR which is 3 years old now I planned to go for a 150cc bike in YAMAHA but literally got depressed with features of SZ-X nd SZ.so again im going to purchase YAMAHA SS 125.Hope in future the company may get some good bikes.ok then seee ya bye.
hows the bike chetan?
You may go for SZ-R
Hi chetan.,
Hw iz d performance and mileage of ur gladiator of 3yrs old from 1st to 3rd yr ..
It’s gud or bad?
i’m planning to buy gladiator ss125 for ma dad.. i wanna knew more abt gladiator performance.. i’m not satisfied with Libero of Yamaha since it got problem in engine again & again…
M awaiting for ur reply….
Thanks.,
Krishna..
Hi chetan.,
Hw iz d performance and mileage of ur gladiator of 3yrs old from 1st to 3rd yr ..
It’s gud or bad? What abt the lighting during night ?
i’m planning to buy gladiator ss125 for ma dad.. i wanna knew more abt gladiator performance.. i’m not satisfied with Libero of Yamaha since it got problem in engine again & again…
M awaiting for ur reply….
Thanks.,
Krishna..
s Super Bike, best performance, good sporty look. Yamaha is great when compared to hero honda. all are say Hero honda but human mind set is like this go like sheephard (goat).
Thanks
guys plz do reply me soon. i prefer 2 buy this bike 4 my dad n he needs side box for sure. sumhow or other can the side box be fixed in this bike? will the seatin -posture be comfortable not to cause any pain? til now we havin star city 100cc n lookin 4 replacement!!! plz do reply soon!!!
Can anybody comment of Yamaha ss 125 on following qualities?
1. Mileage
2. Pillion sitting comfort
3. Vibration over 60+km/h
4. Open Chain Cover problems (Pulling saree or dupatta of pillion), dust and sand accumulation and too frequent cleaning of chain
5. Engine performance and sound
6. No foot rest in saree guard.
7. Frequent gear shifting in traffic.
8. Approx maintain charges per year
Dear Friends…
Please clarify the following:
Which gear we have to use when climbing moderate level Hill road ?
Is it possible to start and run the ss 125 in 4 or 5 th gear in traffic ?
Bike SS 125 as new what is recommended speed ?
Getting Neutral from 1st gear is making me some difficulty even if i lift slowly. Why such problem with the bike ?
. Mileage, . Engine performance and sound, No foot rest in saree guard, Approx maintain charges per year
@shibin
R125 itself costs around 1.5 lakh, new technology with massive power under small bore.. so, Indians cannot afford to buy a 125cc vehicle for that much price. it will be loss for Yamaha launchin it in India.. So, as per the raising fuel prices, COMMUTER bikes are fast moving, with some power and high yielding efficiency ..
and about YAMAHA 125 SS .. it is the refined version on gladiator, its evolved and rectified wit previous drawbacks. @125 cc segment bikes ,comparing to all (Honda, Bajaj, HeroHonda) YAM 125 SS is the best on roads, power house with 11 BHP and yields ( 60 – 70 KMPL) , and Very Convenient to ride.
YAMAHA DOES THE JOB
I AM PROUD TO OWN THIS BIKE .
Hi , today i had taken a test drive of Yamaha SS 125, and fall in love with this bike, amazing performance with affordable price,actually i was looking for a bike with good looking,mileage,comfort to ride with family, so i have deserve today the ultimate collection.
luv u yamaha
Today what is the on road price of yamaha ss 125 in mumbai please reply
yamaha ss 125 price is 58600 in delhi
missing the rx series .
yamaha ss125 is a new looking bike with 5 gears but the only problem is noise making tendancy even in a low higher area
I plan to buy a SS-125 bcoz i luv yamaha. can u plz advise me about this bike performance and Millage and Maintenance?
i recently bought this bike n i m really happy that i have made a superb choice..
Mileage is almost 60-70kmpl..
My friends say that they feel comfortable when they sit for a ride with me..though triples will be a worry..
Ya, it vibrates above 60kmph..but it’s manageable..
Sand and dust accumulate in the chain but lubrication and cleaning while giving the bike for service will do the trick..
The sound of the engine is a very pleasant humming..but it will make the rider feel difficult to rev it..
I got my bike fixed with the saree guard with a footrest..contact the showroom..
The bike can be rode to as slow as 30kmph in the fifth gear..so gear shifting in traffic is not a problem..
I just got the bike 6 months bak and i feel it has a lower maintenance cost than any other bikes in this segment..
Recommended speed for a new SS-125 is 50-60kmph…don rev it to more than 4000-4500 rpm…
the on-road price was 57600 for me in Tamil Nadu..
The SS-125 is a complete package satisfying all the criteria..style, mileage, performance and maintenance..i proudly boast around that i own a YAMAHA…
YES! YAMAHA!!!
Hello people
These are comments or review
NOBODY WILL READ SO LONG……..BLAH, BLAH MAKE IT SHORT
nevertheless worthy commuter biike with 5 gears for better ride quality and fuel efficiency.
I am planning to buy SS125 from Noida. It’s costing around 62,500 INR here, and SZ-R is also having same price. So i got confused which one should i go for? Please suggest me riders!
ss125 cost is 62830 Rs & sz-R price is 65770 Rs in MY city ( last checked on 4 th FEB 2012)
I like YAMAHA bike.