Yamaha FZS 25 FI BS6 Review

Yamaha FZS 25 FI BS6 Review

In New Yamaha FZS 25 FI BS6, Yamaha Motor India has updated its eminent FZ series again in India after BS6 FZ-FI V3.0 and FZS-FI V3.0. Now, FZ 25 FI and FZS 25 FI series are updated with BS6 norms as well as more other modern features. No matter what is the model, the FZ series is popular for a very reliable smooth engine, better mileage, and also for best grip on the road.

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Yamaha FZS 25 FI will be available in adventure sportbikes while Yamaha FZ 25 FI will be available in a naked sports performance bike. Though the engine of both bikes is the same. These bikes are built as per the BS6 standards norms of the Indian Government. All the details related to Yamaha FZS 25 FI will be discussed in this blog. 

Engine and Transmission:

This Yamaha bike is fitted with a powerful single-cylinder, 249cc, 4-stroke, SOHC, and 2-valve air-cooled engine with an external engine oil cooling mechanism. All engines of the Yamaha FZ and FZS series are lightweight, very smooth, and responsive. 

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Engine air cooling and engine oil cooling through an external cooling mechanism like a radiator are a great combination to cool an engine for long route continuous performance in high-temperature weather.  

The maximum horsepower of this bike is 20.8PS (15.3kW) at 8000 rpm and the maximum torque is 20.1Nm at 6000 rpm. This combination of horsepower and torque is best for commuting long route terrain. Torque is good to carry a load of a rider with some additional baggage on the pillion.  

This muscular run machine is equipped with a constant-mesh 5-speed gearbox, wet multiple disc type clutch, and fuel injection technology. A 6-speed gearbox could be more attractive for this bike and in this segment also. 

A powerful electric starter has been given to start this bike effortlessly.

Chassis and Dimensions:

The chassis of this bike is a diamond type.

Seat height and ground clearance of the BS6 Yamaha FZS 25 FI version are 795mm and 160mm respectively. This bike can turn within a 2.5m radius.

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The fuel tank of this beast bike is 14L which is the highest in this segment and made this bike convenient for the distant long haul. 

The weight of this bike with engine oil and a full fuel tank is only 154kg. Yamaha motor has used lightweight high strength alloy steel in this running gadget. The low weight of this 250cc bike will be a motive for better mileage and easy handling.

Brake Suspension and Tyres:

Dedicated Dual Channel ABS with disc brakes in both wheels made this bike one of the safest sport adventure motorcycles. Dual-channel ABS will boost a healthy slippage-free braking experience during the rain also.

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This adventure sportbike is equipped with telescopic fork suspension in front having a large fork diameter of 41mm for comfortable riding and a 7-step adjustable monocross suspension in the rear side which provides great control to the bike and rider on cornering. 

Both tyres of this run machine are tubeless. You can travel after a puncture to the nearest service center through a tubeless tyre. A 100mm wide tyre in the front-wheel and a 140mm wide tyre in the rear-wheel build this bike very comfortable and stable on highways as well as far-flung drive in rural or hill areas.

The ex-showroom price of Yamaha FZS 25 FI starts from 1.39 Lacs in India.

Other Important Information:

This bike is featured with a pretty muscular look, a modern single D type multifunctional headlamp having high and low beam facility in a single headlamp with a dazzling large LED daytime running lamp, and a full LED tail lamp. So that one could cruise easily at night time also with a clear vision on the road. 

The instrument cluster is an all-digital negative type LCD screen having all essential information on it.

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A safety feature added to this bike is when the side stand is in use, the engine will not be started.

Brush Guard forms the look of the bike very defensive and provides safety to the rider's hand on the long drive from air, dust, and dirt.

Long visor in FZS 25 FI keeps safe the rider's eyes from dust, insects and small dust mites, etc. 

New Under cowling has been given to protect the engine from mud and an enhanced sharp-edged look. The golden wheel color provides the bike a new look. An advanced midship muffler cover was added to this bike by which pillion's feet to be protected from heat.

A USB charging port and tank pad can be added as an accessory to this bike from the Yamaha motor store.

This bike is available in three attractive colors which are patina green, white-vermillion, and dark matt blue.
The price of this bike will be updated after the COVID-19 lockdown. I shall update the same later.

Conclusion:

This bike is the best fit for multi-purpose in the street as well as on the long route. Yamaha won the belief of buyers in India for its fuel-efficient lightweight smooth engine. Yamaha FZ and FZS series are more popular bikes on Indian roads after Yamaha RX 100. The engine of Yamaha's bike is very reliable with a great pick-up. An additional ingredient like all new LED headlamp, brush guard, long visor, and USB charging port will enlarge the demand for this bike more than before. All switches and parts used are quality parts.  

One can travel a long route with this bike without any hesitation.   

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