Find out whether the fastest 155cc scooter from Yamaha is quicker than the popular TVS Raider 125cc Commuter
Yamaha Aerox 155 has raised the standards of the performance scooters in India. The Aerox 155 is currently the most powerful mass-segment scooter available in the country. There is no denying the newest scooter from Yamaha is extremely quick and can happily cruise at triple-digit speeds all day long.
Watch Yamaha Aerox 155 takes on the popular TVS Raider 125 in a drag race video by Youtuber KSC Vlogs. Who do you think shall win this battle between the performance scooter and the performance commuter.
The Contender
We have covered all the details of this drag race battle in this article. Swipe up to read more.
The Yamaha Aerox 155 uses a 155 cc, liquid-cooled, four-stroke, SOHC, 2-valve engine with VVA technology, this is the same motor that does duty on the Yamaha R15 V4, as well. The engine paired to a CVT transmission produces about 15 PS of peak power at 8,000 rpm and 13.9 Nm of peak torque at 6,500 rpm.
The Raider 125 is the newest offering from TVS Motors, which uses a newly developed 124.8 cc single-cylinder, 3-valve engine that churns out about 11.2 bhp of peak power at 7,500rpm and 11.2 Nm of peak torque at 6,000 rpm. The engine is paired to a five-speed gearbox.
Yamaha Aerox 155 VS TVS Raider 125: Drag Race
Round one
In this video, you can watch the Aerox 155 takes on the TVS Raider 125 in a drag race battle
The riders set off on the mark of three horns. The TVS Raider 125 takes the lead at the start proving that it offers better initial acceleration than the Aerox. But, Aerox beats its rival mid-race and builds a gap leaving no chance for its opponent to come close or overtake. The Aerox wins the drag race battle without breaking a sweat.
Round two
There is currently no appropriate rival to the Aerox 155 which could match its speed and performance
The riders set off on the mark of three horns. The TVS Raider 125 takes the lead at the start of round two, but the Aerox overtakes the motorcycle mid-race. The Aerox leaves its rival behind as it builds up speed and reaches a speedo indicated top speed of 117 km/h. The Aerox 155 wins the second round with ease.
Conclusion
The Aerox set a new benchmark in the performance scooter segment of India after its introduction last year
The Yamaha Aerox 155 is the winner of this drag race battle.
The Yamaha Aerox 155 offers better power figures than its rival. The scooter might have a weak initial acceleration but gets a commendable mid and top-end power delivery.
Disclaimer **This video is for entertainment purposes only. TopSpeed India does not endorse or encourage racing on public roads.
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