TVS Raider 125 vs Yamaha Saluto 125 in Nepal: Price, Range & Specs
Our verdict
The TVS Raider 125 is the cheaper way in at Rs 2.8 lakh, Rs 5,000 less than the Yamaha Saluto 125 (Rs 2.85 lakh). The TVS Raider 125 offers more power (9.49 kW vs 6.1 kW), more ground clearance (181 mm vs 180 mm). The Yamaha Saluto 125 offers less weight to carry (114 kg vs 120 kg). Check the full table below and test both before you decide.
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 TVS Raider 125FI Drum |  Yamaha Saluto 125Disc | |
|---|---|---|
| Price & running cost | ||
| Indicative ex-showroom price | Rs 2,79,900 | Rs 2,84,900 |
| Monthly EMI (60% loan, 5 years) | Rs 3,404 | Rs 3,465 |
| Engine, motor & performance | ||
| Engine | 125 cc | 125 cc |
| Cylinders | 1 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Maximum power | 9.5 kW (12.9 PS) | 6.1 kW (8.3 PS) |
| Maximum torque | 11.5 Nm | 10.1 Nm |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed constant mesh |
| Gears | 5 | 4 |
| Starting | Electric start | — |
| Fuel, battery & charging | ||
| Fuel tank | 10 l | 7.6 l |
| Dimensions & weight | ||
| Body type | Commuter | Commuter |
| Length | 2,070 mm | — |
| Width | 767 mm | — |
| Height | 1,028 mm | — |
| Wheelbase | 1,326 mm | 1,265 mm |
| Ground clearance | 181 mm | 180 mm |
| Seat height | — | 805 mm |
| Kerb weight | 120 kg | 114 kg |
| Brakes, suspension & tyres | ||
| Front brake | — | 245 mm disc |
| Rear brake | 130 mm drum (SBT) | Drum (UBS) |
| ABS | No (SBT combined braking) | UBS (unified braking) |
| Front suspension | Telescopic forks | Telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Monoshock, 5-step adjustable, gas charged | Swingarm |
| Front tyre | 80/100-17 46P tubeless | 80/100-18 47P tubeless |
| Rear tyre | 100/90-17 55P tubeless | 80/100-18 47P tubeless |
| Features & safety | ||
| Colours | Striking Red | Blue, Green, Grey |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 5 years | 2 years |
| Warranty distance | 60,000 km | 30,000 km |
| Warranty details | 5 years or 60,000 km on motorcycles, whichever is earlier; conditions apply | Standard warranty 2 years or 30,000 km, whichever occurs first; every service within 100 days at an authorised Yamaha dealer; battery 1 year or 10,000 km |
Running costs use claimed mileage/range, current fuel and electricity prices and the distance shown; servicing, insurance and resale are not included. The best value in each row is highlighted. Indicative ex-showroom prices on the date shown. Confirm the final price with the dealer before buying. How we calculate this
