Yamaha launches new FZ-S and FZ for Rs 78250 & Rs 76250

The Yamaha FZ series has done very well. It has been appreciated for its styling, its dynamics and its street presence. But, the only so called downside to the motorcycle was its fuel economy. Yamaha has addressed this on the new version of the FZ.

Called the FZ-S Version 2.0 and FZ Version 2.0, the new Yamaha 150cc motorcycle sports fuel injection and Yamaha's own Blue Core tech. Blue Core tech, a global initiative on Yamaha's end, is centred around improving the efficiency of its engines. It involves higher combustion efficiency, reduced power losses and better metering of fuel. Yamaha India claims a 14 per cent improvement for the new FZ's fuel economy over the older model. Blue Core will also be used on every new model and engine that Yamaha brings from here on.

The FZ-S Version 2.0 which is priced at Rs 78,250 ex-showroom in Delhi (the FZ Version 2.0 is priced at Rs 76,250) also sports some styling changes. It has a two piece seat, a new front bikini faring, and redesigned cooling shrouds under the fuel tank. Yamaha has also introduced new colour schemes for the motorcycle. (Also read: Yamaha FZS version 2.0: First Ride Review)

Mechanically, not much has changed. The engine now displaces less and makes less power. Using the fuel injection it now develops a max power output of 13.1PS and the peak torque 12.8Nm. The motorcycle is expected to be smoother than before as well. The gearbox is a five speed unit and the cycle parts continue unchanged too. It sports beefy telescopic front forks and a monoshock at the rear. A rear wheel hugger has also been added. The frame of the new Yamaha FZ series has been reworked, and along with the engine changes the new bike loses 3kg.

According to Yamaha, it wanted to make the FZ sportier, more stylish and more exciting, but without compromising on the comfort and fuel economy. And this has been achieved in the new FZ-S, says the Japanese bike maker. The bike is already on sale and the deliveries for the new FZ-S Version 2.0 will begin in .