Yamaha recently launched the FZ-X in India The motorcycle is based on the FZ-S but with a changes to set it apart from the latter. So, here we list down all the differences and similarities between the two motorcycles.
Styling
Although based on the same chassis, the FZ-X and FZ-s come with different designs. The FZ-S derives its styling from the FZ-1; a litre-class street naked that is now been discontinued internationally. So there is a low-slung headlamp and a brawny fuel-tank with faux air intakes on either side. It also gets a single-piece seat and a uniquely styled tail lamp.
On the other hand, the FZ-X takes inspiration from the XSR 155 and sports a round headlamp, tuck and roll design for the seat, aluminum brackets for the headlamp and front fender and a boxy fuel tank. To add a rugged character, Yamaha has equipped the FZ-X with fork gaiters and block pattern tyres.
Colours
Yamaha is offering the FZ-X in three colours- Matt Black, Matt Copper and Metallic Blue. Whereas, the FZ-S is available in seven colours, namely- Matt Black, Matt Red, Metallic Red, Dark Knight, Dark Matt Blue, Vintage Green as well as a dual-tone Grey and Cyan.
Features
Now, the Yamaha FZ-S comes with a digital instrument cluster and ABS as standard. However, the FZ-X takes the feature list a step higher and offers Bluetooth connectivity as an option. Even the layout of the unit is different from the one on the FZ-S. Lastly, the FZ-X also sports a full-LED tail lamp unlike the FZ-S which gets a conventionally lit unit.
Engine
Here both the motorcycles are the same. They both come powered by a 149cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine that churns out 12.2bhp and 13.6Nm. It comes mated to a five-speed gearbox.
Hardware
Well, the FZ-X and FZ-S share the same suspension and braking hardware too. The motorcycles are fitted with telescopic forks up front and a monoshock at the rear while braking is done by discs at both ends with single-channel ABS.
Seat height and fuel capacity
The FZ-S offers a seat height of 790mm. Meanwhile, the FZ-X gets a 810mm seat height. As for fuel tank capacity, the FZ-S sports a bigger 13-litre tank while the FZ-X gets a 10-litre unit.
Price
You can get your hands on the FZ-S for Rs 1.08 lakh for the base version. If the top-end Vintage Edition is what you want, it will set you back by Rs 1.11 lakh. Meanwhile, the FZ-X comes with a starting price of Rs 1.17 lakh and the Bluetooth-equipped model would set you back by around Rs 1.20 lakh (all prices ex-showroom, Delhi)
