Yamaha launches new FZ series

An all-new range of FZ Series from Yamaha was launched across the country on February 8.

The new FZ series with 149 cc, fuel-injected, BSVI engine has become lighter, and will flaunt attractive body style in one new color for FZS FI –Matte Red.

The new FZ series is also beefed up with ‘side stand engine cutoff switch” while the FZS FI model additionally get Bluetooth-enabled ‘Yamaha Motorcycle Connect X’, said a press release.

The price of the new FZ FI starts from Rs. 1,03,700 (ex-showroom Delhi) that of FZS FI starts from Rs. 1,07,200 (ex-showroom Delhi.)

The new FZ series comprising FZ FI models will have two colours – Racing Blue and Metallic black while the FZS FI models have a total of five colours. The lightweight of the body, reduced from 137 kg to 135 kg, will further help riders in maneuvering along with an improved comfort of handling, said a press release.

All models in the new FZ (149CC) series are powered by single channel ABS, gets LED headlight, 140 mm wide rear radial tyre, two level single-piece seating and a durable 149 cc FI engine in BS-VI.

It also gets newly-added features like Side Stand Engine Cutoff Switch and the exhaust system has been tuned to produce better sound.

Mr. Motofumi Shitara, Chairman, Yamaha Motor India Group of companies, said, “FZ is an iconic brand of Yamaha and in India, we want to recreate its excitement every year with additional features and new offerings.”