Yamaha Fazer FI - Look at me Now!

Yamaha Fazer FI - Look at me Now!

 

FAZER FI gets its DNA from the global FAZER series known for their awesome sporty looks. It has a "Look-at-me" appeal with the triple macho design concept giving it a concentrated form with excellent ergonomics. Its beautifully contoured and color - coordinated aerodynamic cowling keeps the blasting wind at bay. With its comfortable riding position and seat the rider can enjoy a weekend getaway or head off on a touring holiday.

Engine

YAMAHA’s Fuel Injection System contains sensors, actuators and an Engine Control Unit (ECU). Sensors detect temperature, atmospheric pressure and engine condition. Based on this, ECU commands the optimal amount of fuel to the engine. It helps deliver the best engine performance at all speeds by providing fuel calculated at 1/1000 sec based on inlet pressure / throttle position / engine rotation speed and more. It also ensures high-efficiency combustion by providing the right amount of fuel, depending on riding conditions and contributes to increased mileage and cleaner emissions.

Front Disc Brake

The two-pot caliper makes full use of the outer perimeter of the disc to provide strong stopping power.

Comfortable monocross suspension

FAZER FI’s 7-times adjustable Monocross suspension are of World Motocross Championship standards. This type of suspension gives the rider an exhilarating & stable riding experience.

Large Fuel Tank

FAZER FI’s large fuel tank with a capacity of 12 liters helps the rider continue without worrying about refueling every now and then, even during long distance journeys.

Graphics

Cool and exciting graphics make the bike look super-stylish. The graphics give the bike a contemporary and sporty look and make sure that it’s an absolute head-turner.

Advanced midship muffler

The advance midship muffler in the new FAZER FI adds a sporty attitude and enhances the street presence of this powerful bike.

Split tandem seats

More seat space provides a more comfortable riding experience. The seat is long, comfortable and specially designed for the pillion rider. The easy to grasp aluminium handle grab bars give the pillion rider extra support during long rides.

Twin headlights

The stylish & sporty twin headlights of FAZER FI are designed keeping in mind the YAMAHA DNA. They don’t just look good but also give clearer vision at night.

Aerodynamic Cowl:

The aerodynamic cowl’s carbon pattern enhances its sporty image and allows for a better and resistance-free riding in any condition.

Here is the Full specification:

Engine

Engine type

Air cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 2-valve

Displacement

149cc

Maximum output

9.7 kW (13.1PS) / 8000 rpm

Maximum torque

12.8 N.m (1.3 kg f.m) / 6000 rpm

Starting method

Electric

Lubrication type

Force-feed lubrication, wet sump

Fuel supply

Fuel injection

Clutch type

Wet, multiple-disc

Transmission type

Constant mesh 5-speed

Cylinder layout

Single cylinder

Battery

12V, 4.0AH (10H), sealed type

Dimensions

Overall Length x Width x Height

1,990mm x 760mm x 1,115mm

Seat height

790 mm

Wheelbase

1,330 mm

Minimum ground clearance

160 mm

Kerb weight

137 kg

Fuel tank volume

         12L

Chassis

Frame type

Diamond

Suspension (front/rear)

Telescopic / Monocross

Brake type(front/rear)

Disc/Drum

Tire size (front)

100 / 80-17M / C (52P)

Tire size (rear)

140 / 60-R17M / C (63P)

Headlight 

         12V, 35 / 35W x 1, 35W x 1

Cheers!!!

 
 

Pro-Sports bike Challenge - CBR150R vs R15 v2.0

Review follows very soon...

Which bike to buy - 150cc in current scenario

Best 150cc bike as of now (20 may 2011)

In the current scenario of indian bike market, it is very difficult to find which one is the best bike for every one. So here indian bikes review will provide you wth the in depth analysis of premium 150cc bikes available in the market for you too choose the best one.

Like indian bikes review site looks at the features very different from other reviews, now we classify the same into,
1. Power - Weight comparison
2. Pickup - Mileage comparison
3. Handling - Comfort comparison.

The bikes which are going to be considered are
1. HeroHonda Hunk
2. Honda CB Dazzler
3. BAJAJ Pulsar
4. Yamaha FZ series
5. TVS Apache RTR
6. Suzuki GS150R

Lets get in to the review in the following posts...

CHEERS!!!

Fazer or FZ - which is better?

Fazer and FZ both are yamaha products which is exact copy with the same chassis, engine with exact speicifcations, however FZ is a naked bike hence doesnot carry fairing.

we have already discussed that FZ is not an economy bike and we cannot say that built quality is poor. the mileage of the bike is very poor and hence economical name erodes. the bike is good in performance and styling.

Now to discuss about Fazer, the bike has all the goodness of FZ except the performance degradation (slightly) due to thethe heavier front fairing which provides 5kgs more to the bike. however the styling factors gets the bike to the next level.

well considering the price FZ16 comes with price tag of around 73k and FZ-S with price tag of around 75K and Fazer reaches 79k.

My better suggestion would be the FZ-S which would satisfy your needs when it comes to FZ family.

It also depends on individual likes and i dont depreciate if you go for Fazer coz of its excellent fairing that gives you the joy of riding a bigger international bike

Cheers!!!!

Yamaha - invading Indian Market

Yamaha is all set to start it action to invade Indian market. After getting 44% increase in sales of bikes particularly from performance set of motorcycles R15, FZ16 and Fazer.

Yamaha now wanted to conecentrate on the lower end motorcycle and for the same reason yamaha is all about to launch two new variants - SZ and YBR to revamp the 100cc and 125 cc segment motorcycle sales.

Currently the 100cc segment of Yamaha has Alba, Libero and G5 to which the newer and hotter YBR is going to enter with its fine tuned engine for rugged performance to manage heavy loads concentrating the rural market more.

Yamaha SZ will replace the Gladiator which was one among the respected 125cc motorcycle. So the successor will need to have all the qualities of the Gladiator and Yamaha was more cautious with that. Apart from that a more sportier look which will further enhance the youth to go for the SZ without any second thought.

Gladiator was ruling the 1st position in the 125cc motorcycle performance until the launch of CBF Stunner Fi from Honda.

But Gladiator had the best price for the performance and fuel efficiency it provided.


Lets see whether the new variants increase the sales of the Yamaha is true.

Cheers!!!

Best Bike of the Year 2009??? - Pulsar 220 i

Well!!! friends here comes the review...

I know that i have tested your patience to a higher level. But for the patience you will really love reading this post.

Ok... let's get into the discussion. 2008 was a good year for the Bike enthusiast as there was a great change in the top speed of bikes from just 135kmph(by Pulsar220Fi) to 140kmph(by R15)
But the prices of the best bikes sold in the market was also higher. (80K to 1.1L)

The Year 2009 has brought us a great change which made R15 a smaller machine which was considered the best in 2008. Because the mighty 250 Ninja entered Indian market.

Not only that the revamped Karizma ZMR Fi, which is no more waiting for others, with its excellent pickup and perfect combination of Gear Ratio make it a bike well suited for tracks possibly.

Other than that remodelled FZ series - Fazer 150, Excellent looks and styling but yamaha forgot to upgrade the engine which slightly made the bikers to make it as a second alternative.

The Suzuki GS150R considered to be one among the best but after its launch market grew enormously making it un-noticable. Not a big fall, still it gives the best mileage in 150c bikes

The new Pulsar 180 UG4, completely new with boosted up looks and engine, provides the best out of it than expected also the 150 gets new design but the engine remains the same.

Apache RTR 180 Menace, Next level of bike Enthusiasm with ultimate pickup and top speed and comfort (not for tall guys).

Ninja is the bike that has won the Bike of the Year in India by almost all reviewers. But am not going to support Ninja. Because it was a product that was over-priced in an economical market like india.

Only because of the prie am nopt willing to provide the Best Bike award. If it was priced between 1.5 to 1.8Lacs sure it will be the Bike of the Year for Indian Bikes review site. (Expecting Bajaj to reduce the price).

There is no immediate competitor to ninja, even though Pulsar 220dts-i, Karizma ZMR Fi and Apache RTR180 follows (Pulsar 180 was not included since its family member was included already)

Comparing Apache 180 and Karizma ZMR Fi,

Karizma Fi is completely revamped, but not to the level of the market. In terms of pickup, Karizma hardly over takes Apache below 70Kmph of speed and some times loses too. But above 70Kmph it rules Apache. But for a 220cc bike it is so miserable to compete with a 180cc bike even after spending more than 10K.

But Karizma with its new fairing gains more attraction but which also make the bike more heavier than others.

Pulsar 220i cheaper than the other two and performs better to the satisfaction apve the mark expected.

Not only the lesser price but also good mileage which makes the bike best suited for an Indian who needs power play with his economic bike.

I could hear rumours about Bajaj's poor quality spares. but compare the prices it is around 50% lesser than the other brands which we mention to be a good quality product.

So considering the Pulsar 220i a best bike with the combination of Economy, Performance and Style and wat so ever an indian biker needs.

Pulsar 220-i Best bike of the Year

Cheers!!!

(Oops! sorry to mention the Runner - None other than the Karizma ZMR Fi - cos he has the best styling and he was designed to rule.

even though he has not won the Best Bike of the Year.

He is the "King Bike of the Year"

Cheers again!!!

Yamaha MT01 : The devil's Cruiser

Yamaha YZF - R1 - The Real Super Sport Bike

It was 2009 when all over the world turned towards the Indian automobile market. It was such cool and unaffected by the world's recession. So lots of bikes won the hearts of youths all around the world started marching towards India to rock Indian hearts.

The one among the best rocker was Yamaha YZFR1 which has become the dream bike of most of the Indians.

The Bike has the Art-of-Racing YZF series bikes are best in performance in terms of speed and R1 being the leader of all YZF Racing bikes, R1 will be provide the ultimate experience for its rider. The Bike comes under super sports and the bike was the best among the super sports bike up to my knowledge.

The Bike is the most matured model i hope so, since it had 6 major up gradations.(1998(launch), 2000, 2002, 2004, 2006, 2007 and 2009)

When R1 was first launched it had 20Valves, but now it has 16Valves but the power has risen up and the Power ratio was 12.7:1 which was 12.4:1 previously.

Specifications:

1. Engine Displacement: 998cc
2. Engine Type: 4 stroke, DOHC, 16 Valve
3. Output Power: 180Bhp@12500rpm
4. Engine Torque: 118.3Bhp@12500rpm
5. Gear: 6 Speed
6. Weight: 177Kgs
7. Fuel Capacity: 18Ltrs
8. Top Speed: 300Kmph

Pros:

1. Leader of YZF Bikes
2. Top speed is very easy to achieve (within 45secs).
3. Handling and comfort is more satisfactory

Cons:

1. Too costly (11,50,000.RS)
2. mileage is too low (8Kmpl- worst mileage and Hayabusa gives the same worst mileage)

The bike was priced at 11,50,000.Rs and the company expects to sell around 500 bikes a year but my friend said that Yamaha customers will have reduced price.

Any how the bike is a Rocking Star in India.


Overall Rating: 9/10

Cheers!!!

Best 150cc Bike - Pros and Cons of Bikes - Pulsar and CBZ Xtreme

The Pros and Cons part will reveal the final debate on all the Top 6 bikes, that we consider from the beginning.

The pros and cons will be subdivided into 3 parts (i.e., 2 bikes per post).

I hope it will cover possible all Pros as well as cons of the bike.

Pulsar 150 2009:

Pulsar 150 bike is the rocking model of the bajaj from the year 2002. The bike has nearly four Upgrades and hence it is always an evergreen bike available in India.

The Bike has 2 serious upgrades in Engine. The Engine provides a very good 14.01Bhp output power, which is second highest output power from a 150cc Engine. Not only this the bike has a very good torque of 12.76nm@6000rom which is not the best but not like the rest. The new bike design with tank scoops adds looks to the bike.

The main plus point of the pulsar is its furious pick up. The bike is just 129Kgs and hence the torque helps it to reach the best out of the bike very easily. When the bike is at 6000rpm we can see a sharp change in your race, the Pulsar150 really rocks above 6000rpm also. Reaching 85Kmph is not at all a big target for Pulsar but after that the performance of the bike reduces largely.

the Bike is also best to drive at lesser speeds. In the 5th Gear, you can reach from 20Kmph to 80Kmph at just 14.3 seconds, where as other bikes take more than 17seconds to reach 80Kmph in 5th gear.

The sound will be interesting always and at all speeds. you will really shout Wow!!! at the roar of pulsar making you to feel as though you are driving a true sports bike. It will enthuse you to drive more faster. The sound will be like "Drive me more, Lets go!". The Bike has a top speed of 113Kmph second best speed among 150cc engine.

The main draw back in pulsar is the Forks. There is an imbalance in holding the fork of the Bike. The fork in pulsar attached to the Handle bar with the help of a screw which gets loosened because of the forks more telescopic. This causes a slight jerk when the screw was loose which makes the rider to fall immediately. In the 200, 220 and the current 180 pulsars have this problem rectified.

Nothing more to complain about the bike, every thing is good and Pulsar is exactly a Male Bike.

According to me Pulsar is a Strong Companion, who increases your confidence always.

(Over-all Rating: 83%)

CBZ Xtreme ATFT:

CBZ the second 150cc 4 -stroke motorcycle in India, has changed its looks and name into one of the best 150cc bike available now. The bike has good looks and style and designed for taller riders also and new colors and Graphics added recently.

The Bike has the best output power in 150cc segment with 14.4Bhp@8500rpm and excellent torque of engine is 12.8nm@6000rpm which is slightly more than Pulsar 150 anyway. But the Height and Weight plays negatively for the bike. The dry weight which is around 136Kgs and the height of the bike with 18" wheels makes the bike to allow more air to pass through and makes it difficult to drive your bike with utmost power, but still we can reach 125kmph (Speedo-error: Actual 110Kmph ).

The bike has a very good support from the 3rd and 4th Gear where the pickup is at the maximum for these gears.

The bike's sound is very silent and it wont make us to feel that the bike is running at 50-55Kmph. But above 85Kmph the bike shivers but not as bad as pulsar.

The bike's cost is too higher than pulsar 150 but the color and Graphics makes it worthy.

The bike fails to enthuse the rider but the looks enthuse the viewers and makes new fans for the rider.

The mileage tells us the bad news about the engine. The Engine is a well performing drunkard. The small 150 cc engine drinks similar to bigger engines.

According to me, "CBZ Xtreme helps you to make a good show with style"

(Over all Rating: 79%)

That's all for now...

Cheers!!!

Best 150cc Bike - Racing

Racing is the most important aspect why the people choose 150cc bike in India. The Bikes in India are now upgraded and day by day .

Let us consider the top six bikes for this comparison too.

To win the Racing game, what we need in the bike is Pickup and Output power

Pickup is given by Torque. The other factors include bikes aerodynamics and Engine Capacity, etc...

So considering the Torque, 150c bikes are sorted below

1. Yamaha FZ-S with 13.6nm@6000rpm
2. Suzuki GS150R with 13.4nm@6000rpm
3. Apache RTR160 with 13.1nm@6000rpm
4. Honda Unicorn with 13nm@5500rpm
5. CBZ Xtreme with 12.8nm@6500rpm
6. Pulsar 150 with 12.7nm@6500rpm

So considering these features alone is not the way, there is an another factor CC and Output power,

The TVS Apache carrying the highest Cubic capacity (159.7cc) of the Engine and Output power of 15.2Bhp which is the est n class and make it est suited for racing.

The Unicorn fairing a poor output power stands back behind Pulsar and CBZ Xtreme. and the same case applies to Suzuki GS150R.

The Racing Award goes like this,

1. Apache RTR 160
2. CBZ Xtreme
3. Pulsar 150
4. FZ-S
5. Suzuki GS150R
6. Honda Unicorn

Cheers!!!

Yamaha RX100: Leader of Indian Bikes

Hope! you might be wondering why I included Old RX100, whose production has stopped by 1996 itself. It might have stopped 10 years ago, but still there is demand for the Yamaha RX100 bikes in India and no body can reject this.

It was the dream bike of all the people who lived in 1980's and 1990's. and still many youths love to have this rocking bike with its aggressive(but noisy) sound of the Engine.

The bike stayed in the Indian automobile production history for 12 years(1984 to 1996), but the name and fame it gained was never underestimated even now.

It is because of the bike's super fast Engine and simple body design for effective handling.

Specifications:

1. Displacement: 98cc
   
2. Engine Type: 2 Stroke, SOHC
   
3. Output power: 11Bhp@7500rpm
   
4. Engine Torque: Info unavailable
   
5. Tank capacity: 10.5Ltrs
6. Gear: 4-Speed
   
7. Weight: 103kgs
   
8. Top Speed: 100kmph
   

Pros:

1. Easy Handling
2. Excellent top speed
3. Best output power which has not been touched by other bike manufacturers even now for a 100cc engine.

Cons:

1. Very small body for people more than 6'.
2. Needs expertise for driving as it is not an simple machine if accelerates to high speed.

Even now!!! Yamaha RX100 rock on indian roads this shows the Quality of Yamaha in 1990's itself.

Kudos to Yamaha!!!Hats off!!!

Cheers!!!

FZ-S: Modified FZ-16

The New Yamaha FZ-S, is nothing but the modified Yamaha FZ-16. Th major draw backs of the very naked bike has been rectified in the new FZ-S.

FZ16 lacked nothing except the colors. The FZ-S is fresh and came in two bright colors which makes FZ to a step above, other than that the bike has the same Macho and Muscular style from FZ-16.

The Changes made in FZ-S are:

1. New colors and Graphics
2. Wind Shield
3. Meter console (carbon pattern)
4. Aggressive headlight

Specifications:

1. Displacement: 153cc
2. Engine Type: 4-Stroke, SOHC
3. Output Power: 14bhp @7000rpm
4. Engine Torque : 13.5nm @6500rpm
5. Gear : 5 Speed
6. Tank Capacity: 12Ltrs
7. Weight: 126Kgs

Pros:

1. Always Macho and Muscular
2. Excellent top speed of 132Kmph
3. Lesser price @ 68000.Rs

Cons:

1. 90% similar to FZ-16
2. Poor mileage
3. Lesser Pickup

Cheers!!!

Yamaha Gladiator: The Real warrior

Yamaha Gladiator, As the name mentions it is a real warrior. Initially Yamaha launched Fazer 125 in india to compete with Pulsar and CBZ*.

Believe me, am not joking.

Fazer when launched in India with 123.7cc and output power of 10.8bhp and with top speed of 108kmph.

At that time specs pulsar and CBZ* were very less:

1. pulsar - 150cc, 12bhp, 112kmph.
2. CBZ* - 156cc, 13.5bhp, 115kmph.

Later these bikes have been featured with new innovation and came up into a frustrating Super Sports bike.

Fazer which lost its market was taken out and brought in as Gladiator. The style and Graphics were more appealing and top speed was increased even though company says 108kmph i have crossed 112kmph with it.

Gladiator is the Incomparable winner in the 125 segment, even the Discover 125 changed to 135cc because of its strong competition.

Specifications:

1. Displacement: 123.7cc
2. Engine type: SOHC, 4 stroke
3. Output power: 10.8bhp @7500rpm
4. Engine Torque: 10.4nm@6500rpm
5. Gears: 5 speed
6. Tank Capacity: 13 Ltrs
7. Top Speed: 108kmph (Actual >112kmph)

Pros:

1. Decent looks
2. Aggressive Engine
3. Low noise
4. SS and RS design was excellent like an 150cc bike
   
5. Good mileage
   

Cons:

1. Less pickup
2. Old type Engine
   
3. Stickers are easily removable

To over come all the issues in Gladiator and to have a new alternative in 125cc segment, Yamaha decided to launch its R125 into india.

Lets welcome!!! but dont forget the Warrior!!!

Cheers!!!

Yamaha R15 - Ready to Race - Review

Yamaha R15 - The current Leader of Higher End bikes in India. It was a long time plan that Yamaha wanted to include it sports bike into the Indian Market. After a long debate and plans the R-series was selected the best to b launched in India.

Initially when the Yamaha's authority decided to launch a 150 segment of Yamaha Sports bike, rumors have been started spreading that gladiator is going to be upgraded. But Yamaha co., circles said that it is going to be a model of R1. I too got the catalog from my friend about the R15. initially i was not much interested about the Bike.

Even after its launch, I was not wondered. When i saw the first bike on the road, I had good opinion on the Bike.

The design is most appealing and I could feel the Art of Excellence in the Bike. The Bike expressed its Boldness and Stability with its Body stream lined and also the Tail Lamp explains that "i am ready for any race if you could cross me".

The Engine is made up of special type of Aluminum metal called "DiaSil" which allows engine to cool down very easily and most suitable for Long trips.

Specifications:

1. Engine Capacity: 149.8cc
   
2. Engine Type: 4 stroke, SOHC
   
3. Output Power: 17bhp@8500rpm
   
4. Engine Torque: 15nm@7500rpm
   
5. Weight: 131 kgs
   
6. Tank Capacity: 12 Ltrs
7. Body Type: delta Box frame
8. Gear: 6 speed gear
   
9. Top Speed: 145kmph

Pros:

1. 'DiaSil' Engine and Engine outer coating for preventing oil leakage
2. Body Design proves Yamaha's Art of Excellence
3. Stability at higher speeds even in windy roads
4. Excellent pick up and top speed( 0 to 60 Kmph in 3 secs)
5. Dual Disc Brakes
6. Digital Speedometer and Fuel Gauge
7. Tubeless Tyre(Front and rear)
   

Cons:

1. Poor Mileage.(Company:35 to 45 kmpl; Actual: 32Kmpl)
2. Bike needs regular service for Indian Bumpy roads.
3. Bike's Price is too costly (1,03,500.Rs - On-Road price)

R15 is the unbeaten Hero until now on the Indian Roads.

Over all Ratings: 8.5/10

Cheers!!!

Yamaha's- Dream Bike of the Year

Yamaha is currently occupying the 150cc segment bikes in India. YamahaR15 is said to be the best super fast bike in India until now.

It has been a long time issue that Lower budget people who wants to buy their bike doesn't get an excellent machine. The Stunner was with good design but engine is not so powerful. Gladiator played its role very well but design has not crossed the expected level.


Presenting the Yamaha's New R125. It is already launched in Europe which rocked most of the Youth's heart. Yamaha's next target towards Indian Market. It carries an 125cc Engine and Ultra - speed sports design.


The Bike's Look and Feel and comfort are up to the standards, which makes it worthy for money. The Bike has excellent suspension and Dual-Disc braking system ensures superior Driving Experience.


Bike Specifications:

1. Engine Capacity: 124.66cc
2. Engine Type: 4 stroke, SOHC
3. Output Power: 15bhp @ 9000rpm
4. Engine Torque: 12.24nm @ 8000rpm
5. Weight: 124.5 Kgs
6. Tank Capacity: 13.8 Ltrs
7. Gear/Clutch: 6 Manual, wet multiple disc coil spring
8. Body Type: Delta Box

Pros:

1. Superior Design
2. Racing Looks
3. Comfort Riding
4. Advanced Fuel Injection Engine
   
5. Excellent pickup.
   

Cons:

1. Top Speed is 120kmph, though its greater for 125cc bikes in India it is the lowest speed for the Yamaha's R-series.
2. Bike's cost will be around 65000.Rs to 70,000.Rs, at which we can get an 150cc bike in India.

Other than the Top speed and Price, Bike is the Excellent Feast for the Young Youths who loves racing.

It is going to be Dream Bike of all the India Youths.

Lets !!! Welcome Our new Hero R125.

Cheers!!!

Yamaha Gladiator 165 - Expect the Unexpected

Yamaha Gladiator, the leader of 125cc segment bikes wanted to make its impression on the higher end bikes also.

So Yamaha has announced its New Gladiator with 165cc.

Expected Specifications:

1. Engine Capacity : 165cc
2. Engine Type: 4 Stroke SOHC Engine
3. Output Power: more than 15.5Bhp@7500rpm
4. Engine Torque: more than 14nm@6500rpm
5. Tank Capacity: 13Ltrs
6. Gear: 5 speed gears
7. Top Speed: 130kmph

Pros:

1. Even when the cubic capacity is higher, it seems the bikes is going to carry a reasonable Engine power of 15.5 bhp (Apache RTR160 - 15.2 bhp)
2. Good Design and Styling
   
3. Bikes top speed which is around 130kmph is the fastest under commuter type of bikes.

The Bike will be hitting the market by the mid of 2009.

The bike will be colored in Blue and Silver and will be priced below 75,000.Rs.

Hope it will be the next success to Yamaha Motors.

Cheers!!!