User Review of FZ FI by Vinoth

It was an amazing feeling. When I ride this bike same like a horse riding a smooth way. Biking is not just a passion, it is a lifestyle. No other joy on the planet can compare to the joy of hitting the long winding highways on the bike. Such happiness can’t be put in words, however, we’ve tried to capture its essence in these quotes so here are some of the best biker quotes and sayings that any biker or motorcyclist can live by.

About the Reviewer

Very good bike in budget, Mileage is very good. I have tested for 1 year long. Nice look and brakes. This bike service is very good than other bikes. The color is very very good.
Big seat and good performance. This bike LED light is very nice than others. I recommend everyone buy this bike.

About the Reviewer

Date Purchased    : Aug, 2023
Price Paid         : ₹1,27,550 (Includes registration, insurance, LT road tax and accessories - engine guard, indicator buzzer, handle grips, seat cover, number plate protector, TEFLON coating)
Purchased at : Vinayak Yamaha, Old Airport Road, Domlur, Bengaluru
Color : Metallic Black
Primary Use       : Office Commute (City) and weekend chore trips
Bikes Considered: FZ FI and N160 (I particularly was not interested in Bluetooth connectivity - which is offered as an accessory for ₹3,000 - and other advanced features such as ride modes, traction control, VVA, adjustable levers etc.) The extra premium on the FZS model also felt unworthy.
Reason for selecting FZ: It was primarily the price - the N160 was an easy 50K (on road) more than the FZ. I didn't feel that it was worth the premium i.e. the dual channel ABS and (truly amazing) projector light were the only features that I felt were worthy of conclusively tilting the scale (and that non-functional but absolute blissful gruff exhaust note if it matters) but not for an extra 50K. The factors that eventually tilted the scale in favor of FZ (for me) included that unmatched epic 140 section rear radial tire (which makes handling and cornering an absolute breeze) and the fatter front fork (41 mm vs 37mm) that truly makes a difference - not to forget that the FZ is an incredible 19 kg lighter than the N160 (135 vs 154 kg).
Buying Experience: Relatively smooth (though there was scope for improvement given there was a bit of haggling over the exchange price at the time of payment which was not discussed at the time of booking) given I had to exchange my old bike as part of the deal. The bike was ready for delivery within a week of booking (I received the number plate a week after delivery).
First Opinion (Between Delivery and First Service): I will not comment much on the looks as they are purely subjective. But my personal opinion was that the FZ is a decent looker and will eventually grow on you (though the N160 definitely looks better easily). My immediate thoughts were about how hard and clunky the gearbox felt in the initial weeks. I particularly seemed to find the false neutral (between 2nd and 5th gears) far too often for my liking (which I have to admit gradually reduced as I approached the first service date but has not disappeared or ceased to occur). I did report this to the service advisor who checked it out but advised that we check it again after the first service. I did find some feedback from some users that a few drops of engine oil on the four points of friction on the gear shifter do help smoothen the gearshifts, but the service advisor advised against it. The clutch also felt heavy (compared to my previous bike). Another distinct drawback (especially when graduating from a 100cc bike to a 150cc bike) is the (much) bigger turning radius. Fortunately, it's not that often you need to make a U-turn on a road otherwise it would have been a nightmare. Otherwise, I loved the performance of the bike - torque available in the lower RPMs is truly appreciable and useful in slicing through traffic. The handling and cornering are absolutely confidence-inspiring. Braking was also ample with both front and rear brakes tuned (differently) for great feedback, bite, and progression. The instrument cluster was decent, but I definitely felt the need for a gear position indicator (which is absent even on the latest FZS V4 model's upgraded instrument cluster from the MT15) and maybe average fuel efficiency. The headlight isn't great but does the job (at least in the city's dimly lit roads; yet to gauge it on pitch dark roads or the highways). I was content with the halogen indicators, but Yamaha does offer LED flashers as accessories albeit at a premium of ₹3,000.
Overall, I am pretty satisfied with the bike's characteristics. Yet to get my first service done but this is my initial review based on my first two weeks of riding the FZ FI. Hope this helps others in their decision making.

About the Reviewer

I like this bike very much due to its smooth ride and its smart handsome look catchy eyes bike. you will feel like a master on the road. you will feel very good when riding this bike my friends and relatives liked very much this bike my experience is very good with this bike. The mileage of the bike is super at last I loved this bike so much

About the Reviewer

The buying experience was very good, the whole team was super interactive and did very well in the case of delivery time and accesories.
The riding experience is good, knowing it is a 150cc bike it has enough power to go through the city at a great pace. I have noticed that after some time maybe around an hour of driving, I do have some amount of back pain. The exhaust sounds very well-balanced too.
The performance of this bike is mediocre I shall say but for a beginner, it's really capable.
The looks are exciting but I liked the 2015 version of it. The bike is muscular and pretty sporty but I do feel that the fuel tank is a bit oversized which is deceiving.
The mileage is about 50kmpl on average and about 45-48 in cities
indeed a very exciting mileage to it.
The service and reliability that you get by buying a Yamaha is the main reason a person should go with this bike. Incredible servicing.

About the Reviewer

I am riding this bike for a month, although it's a 150 CC bike but to be honest it's very underpowered after 50 kmph mark, but that makes it one of the best mileage bike in the 150 cc range. I use it just for office commute hence the power/pickup after 50kmph mark is not an issue especially in Bengaluru. The body is not that good, lot of fibre parts in the fuel tank which makes it look cheap but good they have discontinued lot of colors and black hides the fibre. The rear brake is pretty weak too.
But, as I said if it's for office commute or riding in city this is probably the cheapest bike in 150 cc range especially if you are buying in high tax bracket state like Karnataka.

About the Reviewer

I love this bike because of it's affordable price and Yamaha company. It's mileage and performance is very good according to the price.
Pros : Engine smoothness, Good mileage, Good looking, Gives competition to other bikes of same price segment.
Cons : short seat Height, somewhat uncomfortable for long height people.

About the Reviewer

Bike is okay to ride daily for 60-70 kms. On full tank with power petrol I am getting mileage of 600 kms for 10.5 litres. Average of 58-60 kms/l. Rear brakes would have ABS, but that is missing. I am riding bike in eco mode on 50-60 km/h speed. So it gives this mileage. But if you do rash drive, bike will give very less mileage.

About the Reviewer

This bike comes with lots of problems:
1. The lid of the fuel tank is not proper
2. The gearbox is very rough
3. You'll not get the feel of riding a Yamaha
4. Rear breaks are hydraulic and the performance is very poor
5. Breaking and controlling is not that apt
Overall agreed with the price point at which this bike comes, but trust me to spend 10-20k more, but don't buy this bike.
One more thing, lots of fiber work on the body but the quality is very poor, the locks are very weak.
I would suggest going for tvs bajaj or hero by paying 10-20k more you'll get a reliable bike.

About the Reviewer

I took it to a showroom that was near to me so I got it until bird on the same day, when it comes to the riding experience it gives you the best riding experience the sitting poster is just perfect for a comfortable ride. When it comes to looks it's somewhat good but it's not that great if you are looking for a good-looking bike you can look at others but when it comes to performance it gives the best performance if your shifting from100 cc to 150 ccs and you will feel it and the one thing to be noted. I like the mileage it gives in the city as well as on the highway gives the best mileage in this section of bikes. Very comes for servicing it is not required a lot of servicing as well as the maintenance it's okay to get a regular as mentioned in the guide, its pros are performance, mileage, comfortability, and road grip.
And cons are looks, the angle of handle rotation, little heavyweight.

About the Reviewer

It was an amazing feeling. When I ride this bike same like a horse riding a smooth way. Biking is not just a passion, it is a lifestyle. No other joy on the planet can compare to the joy of hitting the long winding highways on the bike. Such happiness can’t be put in words, however, we’ve tried to capture its essence in these quotes so here are some of the best biker quotes and sayings that any biker or motorcyclist can live by.

About the Reviewer

Very good bike in budget, Mileage is very good. I have tested for 1 year long. Nice look and brakes. This bike service is very good than other bikes. The color is very very good.
Big seat and good performance. This bike LED light is very nice than others. I recommend everyone buy this bike.

About the Reviewer

Date Purchased    : Aug, 2023
Price Paid         : ₹1,27,550 (Includes registration, insurance, LT road tax and accessories - engine guard, indicator buzzer, handle grips, seat cover, number plate protector, TEFLON coating)
Purchased at : Vinayak Yamaha, Old Airport Road, Domlur, Bengaluru
Color : Metallic Black
Primary Use       : Office Commute (City) and weekend chore trips
Bikes Considered: FZ FI and N160 (I particularly was not interested in Bluetooth connectivity - which is offered as an accessory for ₹3,000 - and other advanced features such as ride modes, traction control, VVA, adjustable levers etc.) The extra premium on the FZS model also felt unworthy.
Reason for selecting FZ: It was primarily the price - the N160 was an easy 50K (on road) more than the FZ. I didn't feel that it was worth the premium i.e. the dual channel ABS and (truly amazing) projector light were the only features that I felt were worthy of conclusively tilting the scale (and that non-functional but absolute blissful gruff exhaust note if it matters) but not for an extra 50K. The factors that eventually tilted the scale in favor of FZ (for me) included that unmatched epic 140 section rear radial tire (which makes handling and cornering an absolute breeze) and the fatter front fork (41 mm vs 37mm) that truly makes a difference - not to forget that the FZ is an incredible 19 kg lighter than the N160 (135 vs 154 kg).
Buying Experience: Relatively smooth (though there was scope for improvement given there was a bit of haggling over the exchange price at the time of payment which was not discussed at the time of booking) given I had to exchange my old bike as part of the deal. The bike was ready for delivery within a week of booking (I received the number plate a week after delivery).
First Opinion (Between Delivery and First Service): I will not comment much on the looks as they are purely subjective. But my personal opinion was that the FZ is a decent looker and will eventually grow on you (though the N160 definitely looks better easily). My immediate thoughts were about how hard and clunky the gearbox felt in the initial weeks. I particularly seemed to find the false neutral (between 2nd and 5th gears) far too often for my liking (which I have to admit gradually reduced as I approached the first service date but has not disappeared or ceased to occur). I did report this to the service advisor who checked it out but advised that we check it again after the first service. I did find some feedback from some users that a few drops of engine oil on the four points of friction on the gear shifter do help smoothen the gearshifts, but the service advisor advised against it. The clutch also felt heavy (compared to my previous bike). Another distinct drawback (especially when graduating from a 100cc bike to a 150cc bike) is the (much) bigger turning radius. Fortunately, it's not that often you need to make a U-turn on a road otherwise it would have been a nightmare. Otherwise, I loved the performance of the bike - torque available in the lower RPMs is truly appreciable and useful in slicing through traffic. The handling and cornering are absolutely confidence-inspiring. Braking was also ample with both front and rear brakes tuned (differently) for great feedback, bite, and progression. The instrument cluster was decent, but I definitely felt the need for a gear position indicator (which is absent even on the latest FZS V4 model's upgraded instrument cluster from the MT15) and maybe average fuel efficiency. The headlight isn't great but does the job (at least in the city's dimly lit roads; yet to gauge it on pitch dark roads or the highways). I was content with the halogen indicators, but Yamaha does offer LED flashers as accessories albeit at a premium of ₹3,000.
Overall, I am pretty satisfied with the bike's characteristics. Yet to get my first service done but this is my initial review based on my first two weeks of riding the FZ FI. Hope this helps others in their decision making.

About the Reviewer

I like this bike very much due to its smooth ride and its smart handsome look catchy eyes bike. you will feel like a master on the road. you will feel very good when riding this bike my friends and relatives liked very much this bike my experience is very good with this bike. The mileage of the bike is super at last I loved this bike so much

About the Reviewer

The buying experience was very good, the whole team was super interactive and did very well in the case of delivery time and accesories.
The riding experience is good, knowing it is a 150cc bike it has enough power to go through the city at a great pace. I have noticed that after some time maybe around an hour of driving, I do have some amount of back pain. The exhaust sounds very well-balanced too.
The performance of this bike is mediocre I shall say but for a beginner, it's really capable.
The looks are exciting but I liked the 2015 version of it. The bike is muscular and pretty sporty but I do feel that the fuel tank is a bit oversized which is deceiving.
The mileage is about 50kmpl on average and about 45-48 in cities
indeed a very exciting mileage to it.
The service and reliability that you get by buying a Yamaha is the main reason a person should go with this bike. Incredible servicing.

About the Reviewer

I am riding this bike for a month, although it's a 150 CC bike but to be honest it's very underpowered after 50 kmph mark, but that makes it one of the best mileage bike in the 150 cc range. I use it just for office commute hence the power/pickup after 50kmph mark is not an issue especially in Bengaluru. The body is not that good, lot of fibre parts in the fuel tank which makes it look cheap but good they have discontinued lot of colors and black hides the fibre. The rear brake is pretty weak too.
But, as I said if it's for office commute or riding in city this is probably the cheapest bike in 150 cc range especially if you are buying in high tax bracket state like Karnataka.

About the Reviewer

I love this bike because of it's affordable price and Yamaha company. It's mileage and performance is very good according to the price.
Pros : Engine smoothness, Good mileage, Good looking, Gives competition to other bikes of same price segment.
Cons : short seat Height, somewhat uncomfortable for long height people.

About the Reviewer

Bike is okay to ride daily for 60-70 kms. On full tank with power petrol I am getting mileage of 600 kms for 10.5 litres. Average of 58-60 kms/l. Rear brakes would have ABS, but that is missing. I am riding bike in eco mode on 50-60 km/h speed. So it gives this mileage. But if you do rash drive, bike will give very less mileage.

About the Reviewer

This bike comes with lots of problems:
1. The lid of the fuel tank is not proper
2. The gearbox is very rough
3. You'll not get the feel of riding a Yamaha
4. Rear breaks are hydraulic and the performance is very poor
5. Breaking and controlling is not that apt
Overall agreed with the price point at which this bike comes, but trust me to spend 10-20k more, but don't buy this bike.
One more thing, lots of fiber work on the body but the quality is very poor, the locks are very weak.
I would suggest going for tvs bajaj or hero by paying 10-20k more you'll get a reliable bike.

About the Reviewer

I took it to a showroom that was near to me so I got it until bird on the same day, when it comes to the riding experience it gives you the best riding experience the sitting poster is just perfect for a comfortable ride. When it comes to looks it's somewhat good but it's not that great if you are looking for a good-looking bike you can look at others but when it comes to performance it gives the best performance if your shifting from100 cc to 150 ccs and you will feel it and the one thing to be noted. I like the mileage it gives in the city as well as on the highway gives the best mileage in this section of bikes. Very comes for servicing it is not required a lot of servicing as well as the maintenance it's okay to get a regular as mentioned in the guide, its pros are performance, mileage, comfortability, and road grip.
And cons are looks, the angle of handle rotation, little heavyweight.

About the Reviewer

It was an amazing feeling. When I ride this bike same like a horse riding a smooth way. Biking is not just a passion, it is a lifestyle. No other joy on the planet can compare to the joy of hitting the long winding highways on the bike. Such happiness can’t be put in words, however, we’ve tried to capture its essence in these quotes so here are some of the best biker quotes and sayings that any biker or motorcyclist can live by.

About the Reviewer

Very good bike in budget, Mileage is very good. I have tested for 1 year long. Nice look and brakes. This bike service is very good than other bikes. The color is very very good.
Big seat and good performance. This bike LED light is very nice than others. I recommend everyone buy this bike.

About the Reviewer

Date Purchased    : Aug, 2023
Price Paid         : ₹1,27,550 (Includes registration, insurance, LT road tax and accessories - engine guard, indicator buzzer, handle grips, seat cover, number plate protector, TEFLON coating)
Purchased at : Vinayak Yamaha, Old Airport Road, Domlur, Bengaluru
Color : Metallic Black
Primary Use       : Office Commute (City) and weekend chore trips
Bikes Considered: FZ FI and N160 (I particularly was not interested in Bluetooth connectivity - which is offered as an accessory for ₹3,000 - and other advanced features such as ride modes, traction control, VVA, adjustable levers etc.) The extra premium on the FZS model also felt unworthy.
Reason for selecting FZ: It was primarily the price - the N160 was an easy 50K (on road) more than the FZ. I didn't feel that it was worth the premium i.e. the dual channel ABS and (truly amazing) projector light were the only features that I felt were worthy of conclusively tilting the scale (and that non-functional but absolute blissful gruff exhaust note if it matters) but not for an extra 50K. The factors that eventually tilted the scale in favor of FZ (for me) included that unmatched epic 140 section rear radial tire (which makes handling and cornering an absolute breeze) and the fatter front fork (41 mm vs 37mm) that truly makes a difference - not to forget that the FZ is an incredible 19 kg lighter than the N160 (135 vs 154 kg).
Buying Experience: Relatively smooth (though there was scope for improvement given there was a bit of haggling over the exchange price at the time of payment which was not discussed at the time of booking) given I had to exchange my old bike as part of the deal. The bike was ready for delivery within a week of booking (I received the number plate a week after delivery).
First Opinion (Between Delivery and First Service): I will not comment much on the looks as they are purely subjective. But my personal opinion was that the FZ is a decent looker and will eventually grow on you (though the N160 definitely looks better easily). My immediate thoughts were about how hard and clunky the gearbox felt in the initial weeks. I particularly seemed to find the false neutral (between 2nd and 5th gears) far too often for my liking (which I have to admit gradually reduced as I approached the first service date but has not disappeared or ceased to occur). I did report this to the service advisor who checked it out but advised that we check it again after the first service. I did find some feedback from some users that a few drops of engine oil on the four points of friction on the gear shifter do help smoothen the gearshifts, but the service advisor advised against it. The clutch also felt heavy (compared to my previous bike). Another distinct drawback (especially when graduating from a 100cc bike to a 150cc bike) is the (much) bigger turning radius. Fortunately, it's not that often you need to make a U-turn on a road otherwise it would have been a nightmare. Otherwise, I loved the performance of the bike - torque available in the lower RPMs is truly appreciable and useful in slicing through traffic. The handling and cornering are absolutely confidence-inspiring. Braking was also ample with both front and rear brakes tuned (differently) for great feedback, bite, and progression. The instrument cluster was decent, but I definitely felt the need for a gear position indicator (which is absent even on the latest FZS V4 model's upgraded instrument cluster from the MT15) and maybe average fuel efficiency. The headlight isn't great but does the job (at least in the city's dimly lit roads; yet to gauge it on pitch dark roads or the highways). I was content with the halogen indicators, but Yamaha does offer LED flashers as accessories albeit at a premium of ₹3,000.
Overall, I am pretty satisfied with the bike's characteristics. Yet to get my first service done but this is my initial review based on my first two weeks of riding the FZ FI. Hope this helps others in their decision making.

About the Reviewer

I like this bike very much due to its smooth ride and its smart handsome look catchy eyes bike. you will feel like a master on the road. you will feel very good when riding this bike my friends and relatives liked very much this bike my experience is very good with this bike. The mileage of the bike is super at last I loved this bike so much

About the Reviewer

The buying experience was very good, the whole team was super interactive and did very well in the case of delivery time and accesories.
The riding experience is good, knowing it is a 150cc bike it has enough power to go through the city at a great pace. I have noticed that after some time maybe around an hour of driving, I do have some amount of back pain. The exhaust sounds very well-balanced too.
The performance of this bike is mediocre I shall say but for a beginner, it's really capable.
The looks are exciting but I liked the 2015 version of it. The bike is muscular and pretty sporty but I do feel that the fuel tank is a bit oversized which is deceiving.
The mileage is about 50kmpl on average and about 45-48 in cities
indeed a very exciting mileage to it.
The service and reliability that you get by buying a Yamaha is the main reason a person should go with this bike. Incredible servicing.

About the Reviewer

I am riding this bike for a month, although it's a 150 CC bike but to be honest it's very underpowered after 50 kmph mark, but that makes it one of the best mileage bike in the 150 cc range. I use it just for office commute hence the power/pickup after 50kmph mark is not an issue especially in Bengaluru. The body is not that good, lot of fibre parts in the fuel tank which makes it look cheap but good they have discontinued lot of colors and black hides the fibre. The rear brake is pretty weak too.
But, as I said if it's for office commute or riding in city this is probably the cheapest bike in 150 cc range especially if you are buying in high tax bracket state like Karnataka.

About the Reviewer

I love this bike because of it's affordable price and Yamaha company. It's mileage and performance is very good according to the price.
Pros : Engine smoothness, Good mileage, Good looking, Gives competition to other bikes of same price segment.
Cons : short seat Height, somewhat uncomfortable for long height people.

About the Reviewer

Bike is okay to ride daily for 60-70 kms. On full tank with power petrol I am getting mileage of 600 kms for 10.5 litres. Average of 58-60 kms/l. Rear brakes would have ABS, but that is missing. I am riding bike in eco mode on 50-60 km/h speed. So it gives this mileage. But if you do rash drive, bike will give very less mileage.

About the Reviewer

This bike comes with lots of problems:
1. The lid of the fuel tank is not proper
2. The gearbox is very rough
3. You'll not get the feel of riding a Yamaha
4. Rear breaks are hydraulic and the performance is very poor
5. Breaking and controlling is not that apt
Overall agreed with the price point at which this bike comes, but trust me to spend 10-20k more, but don't buy this bike.
One more thing, lots of fiber work on the body but the quality is very poor, the locks are very weak.
I would suggest going for tvs bajaj or hero by paying 10-20k more you'll get a reliable bike.

About the Reviewer

I took it to a showroom that was near to me so I got it until bird on the same day, when it comes to the riding experience it gives you the best riding experience the sitting poster is just perfect for a comfortable ride. When it comes to looks it's somewhat good but it's not that great if you are looking for a good-looking bike you can look at others but when it comes to performance it gives the best performance if your shifting from100 cc to 150 ccs and you will feel it and the one thing to be noted. I like the mileage it gives in the city as well as on the highway gives the best mileage in this section of bikes. Very comes for servicing it is not required a lot of servicing as well as the maintenance it's okay to get a regular as mentioned in the guide, its pros are performance, mileage, comfortability, and road grip.
And cons are looks, the angle of handle rotation, little heavyweight.

About the Reviewer