Yamaha G5 Spoke

The writing on the wall is clear. Yamaha G5 has been especially designed for business executives. Popular for its exceedingly fine build quality, the bike helps you glide smoothly from one meeting to another. Loaded with lots of style and power, this sleek and sophisticated bike is the revamped version of entry-level Yamaha Libero. The features include, broad, V-shaped headlamp reflector encased in clear-lens glass and a cowl that imparts trendy looks. The G5's frame is the tubular dual cradle type with alloy wheels added.

Looks

Tubular dual cradle type body frame

Headlamp houses a 35W halogen bulb


Broad, V-shaped headlamp reflector encased in clear-lens glass

Fuel tank is well sculpted with a unique bowler hat-shaped filler lid in chrome


Rugged knee recesses under the fuel tank

High quality aluminum-alloy grab handles


Streamlined cowl makes the bike seem ready to fly

New body graphics and decals raise the G5's appeal factor


Offered in different colors: Red, Blue, Black

Paint quality, fit and finish are excellent


Fresh set of graphics and dual-tone shades

Side panels, seat and tailpiece all flow smoothly to end in a recessed, bright taillight


Spoke wheels come as standard fitment





Control


Sensibly spread headlamp beams and halogen bulbs makes night riding easier

Quality of switchgear and knobs is above par for a bike in this segment


Switchgear, levers, grips and handle-mounted choke levers work efficiently

Push-cancel indicators and pass-light flashers provide street smartness


The instrument cluster includes a circular speedometer, the fuel gauge and warning lights

4 stroke air-cooled SOHC engine


Maximum power of 7.6 PS (5.59 kw ) @ 7500 rpm

0.8 kgf-m ( 7.85 Nm) @ 6000rpm


Standard kick-start

Exemplary clutch feel


Smooth four-speed gearboxes that shift via heel-and-toe shifters





Comfort


Comfort of the passengers is maintained by wider, spacious seat.

Suspension includes a long travel telescopic fork in the front and coil spring and gas filled shockers at the rear.


Soft, relatively quiet exhaust note from the elegant, chrome-finished tail pipe

A longer wheelbase than the competitors gives the bike a slight edge in the handling and stability parameters.


Drum brakes and a strong suspension provides smooth and risk free riding

Weighing in at 119 kg (kerb weight), the G5 feels light and easy to handle

Mileage and Economy

User reported average is 55 kmpl in city and over 60 kmpl on the highway

Large, 13 lit fuel tank and a fuel guage enhances optimization of fuel expense

An improved air induction system ensures a better breathing engine that burns fuel fully and so boosts performance and simultaneously reduces exhaust emissions