SPECIFICATIONS:
| Model | Yamaha Fazer 8 |
| Year | 2013 |
| Category | Sport |
| Price | Rs 10,00,000 |
ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION
| Displacement | 779 cc |
| Engine Type | liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, forward-inclined parallel 4-cylinder |
| Power | 78.1 kw @ 10000rpm |
| Torque | 82.0 nm @ 8000 rpm |
| Compression | 12.0:1 |
| Bore x Stroke | 68 x 53.6 mm |
| Valves per cylinder | TBD |
| Fuel System | TBD |
| Fuel Control | TBD |
| Cooling System | TBD |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Ignition | Transistorized coil ignition |
| Lubrication System | TBD |
| Transmission Type, Final Drive | TBD |
| Clutch | Wet, multi-disc coil spring |
CHASSIS, SUSPENSION, BRAKES` AND WHEELS
| Front Suspension | Swingarm |
| Rear Suspension | Linked monoshock with spring preload adjustment |
| Front Tyre Dimensions | 120/70 ZR 17M/C |
| Rear Tyre Dimensions | 80/55 ZR 17M/C |
| Front Brakes | Hydraulic dual disc (310 mm) |
| Rear Brakes | Hydraulic single disc (267 mm) |
PHYSICAL MEASURES AND CAPACITIES
| Dry weight | TBD |
| Power / weight ratio | TBD |
| Seat Height | TBD |
| Kerb weight | TBD |
| Overall Height | 1225 mm |
| Overall Length | 2140 mm |
| Overall Width | 770 mm |
| Ground clearance | TBD |
| Wheelbase | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Capacity | 17 litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol |
| Fuel Reserve | 2.5 litres |
| Fuel Efficiency | 15 kmpl |
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS
| Starter | electric start |
| Seat | 2-person |
| Colour | White and blue |
REVIEW:
After the huge success in 150cc segment with Yamaha FZ16, FZS, Fazer and Yamaha YZF R15, now Yamaha Motor India Pvt. Ltd. Is reported to launch another stunning bike Yamaha Fazer in the 250cc segment. Last year, Yamaha had stormed the Indian motorcycle market with the launch of Yamaha FZ16, FZS, Fazer and Yamaha YZF R15 and now the expected launch of Yamaha Fazer 250cc is the another step forward to capture 250cc segment where a few competitors are there.
The all new Yamaha Fazer 250cc is expected to be endowed with 249 cc, 4-stroke, Air-Cooled, SOHC (Single Overhead Camshaft) petrol engine with five speed manual transmission. This 249 cc power-plant produces good power and torque. It produces 20PS of maximum power 20Nm of maximum torque. This higher level of power and torque results excellent acceleration so that Yamaha Fazer 250 cc can break the barrier of 100 kmph in a very shorter span of time.
The Yamaha Fazer brand had been launched to target the Indian youth with its sporty stylish look and high performance engine. Earlier, the 150cc segment was totally dominated by the Bajaj Pulsar and Hero Honda CBZ but the Yamaha is, now, giving tough competition to these bikes. The Yamaha Fazer price is bit higher for 150cc segment but still it is continuously doing well in Indian motorcycle market because of its overall smart design, higher quality levels, full digital console and Yamaha’s brand name. The high performance engine offers excellent power, torque and acceleration. Its stylish and aggressive look, comfy riding position with antiskid seat skin, wider tyres with light weight alloy wheels, attract the youth and sports bike lovers.
The Yamaha Fazer 153cc is available only with one variant and four exciting colours. The 153cc, 4-stroke, Air-Cooled, SOHC (Single Overhead Camshaft) petrol engine is also endowed with five speed manual transmission. This 153cc power-plant produces good power and torque. It produces 14PS of maximum power at 7500 rpm with 14Nm of maximum torque 6000 rpm. This higher level of power and torque results excellent acceleration so that Yamaha Fazer can break the barrier of 60kmph in just 5.2 seconds and it can touch the top speed mark of 108.8 kmph.
Yamaha Motor India uses innovative technology to make Yamaha Fazer a comfortable, powerful and stylish bike to offer great ridability, comfort, performance and aggressive look. The 12 liter larger fuel tank makes it able for long and stress free journey on highway. The Yamaha Fazer is loaded with a number of advanced features that offer excellent ridability. Some of its striking features are its aerodynamic large cowl and wind shield make it stylish as well as protect rider from wind blast on highway. Its excellent riding posture makes the long journey on highway more comfortable. Yamaha Fazer is the first bike in Indian auto market which is loaded with the mid-ship muffler that concentrates weight close to gravity point and offers excellent riding control. Its trendy rear view mirrors, sleek graphic design and sporty twin headlamps add more style to the bike. The Yamaha Fazer is packed with the widest rear radial tyre that makes its grip and control better at rough or slippery road and at high speed. Its sporty digital console LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) meters with carbon patterns make it more stylish and offer clear vision.
Mileage
Earlier, Yamaha bikes were known as worst bike in terms of mileage
or fuel economy but now Yamaha Motor India bucks the trend by the
launch of its FZ16, FZS and Yamaha Fazer bikes. The Yamaha Fazer
is loaded with 153cc, 4-Stroke, 2-Valve, Air-Cooled, SOHC petrol engine
with five speed return type manual transmission that delivers excellent
engine performance with better fuel efficiency. However, its wider rear
tyre reduces its fuel economy but still Yamaha Motor India got success
to take 50+kmpl mileage from this bike. The Yamaha Fazer offers a mileage of 43.4 kmpl in urban traffic condition while on highway it gives mileage of 54.2 kmpl.
The new Yamaha Fazer 250 cc might be loaded with
249cc, 4-Stroke, 2-Valve, Air-Cooled, SOHC petrol engine that will make
the performance of the engine very good and excellent. The all new Yamaha Fazer 250cc is expected to offer excellent mileage.
Colours
The Yamaha Fazer is available with four stunning colours that are Lava Red, Midnight Black, Flaming Orange and Electric Blue.
The body of the bike is painted at the fuel tank, side fairings, front mud guard and offers very stylish look to the Yamaha Fazer.
Acceleration
As we already discussed, Yamaha Fazer is loaded with the powerful engine that delivers excellent engine performance. Yamaha Fazer
is powered by the 153cc, 4-Stroke, 2-Valve, Air-Cooled, SOHC petrol
engine with five speed return type manual transmission that produces
14PS of maximum power at 7500 rpm with 14Nm of maximum torque at 6000
rpm. This higher level of torque at comparatively low rev results
excellent acceleration and engine performance. This 153cc power-plant
makes Yamaha Fazer to cross the 60 kmph mark in just 5.2 seconds and makes it able to touch the top speed mark of 108.8 kmph.
The new Yamaha Fazer 250 cc is expected to be
powered by the 249cc, 4-Stroke, 2-Valve, Air-Cooled, SOHC petrol engine.
The powerful 250cc power-plant makes the all new Yamaha Fazer 250 cc able to generate zipper acceleration and pick up.
Appearance
For any bike that comes in premium 150cc segment; appearance is very important and Yamaha Fazer never disappoints the customers in this respect. The front appearance of the Yamaha Fazer
is much impressive with its sporty and stylish look that makes it like
any high end sports bike. The aggressive twin headlamps with stylish
windshield, large cowl and trendy rear view mirrors which is placed on
the cowl make the front appearance of the bike very aggressive.
The large 12 liter petrol tank with large tank cowl, LED tail
lamps, digital console LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) speedometer and
tachometer with carbon pattern add more style to the bike. Sleek
graphics on the cowl of the bike make it appearance sporty. The Yamaha Fazer
is equipped with light weight black alloy wheels that not only make its
look stylish but also it enhances the performance of the bike.
The all new stylish cum most-awaited bike Yamaha Fazer 250 cc is also expected to carry same features and appearance as the older version of the Yamaha Fazer with minor changes which will be exactly known at the time of the launch.
Dimensions
The dimensions of the Yamaha Fazer are – its
length is 1975mm, width is 770mm and height is 1045mm while the height
of seat is 790mm. The wheelbase of bike is 1335mm. The kerb weight of
the Yamaha Fazer is 141 kg. The ground clearance of the Yamaha Fazer is 160mm that is pretty helpful at bumpy roads.
The dimensions of the all new Yamaha Fazer 250 cc
are – its length is 2030 mm, width is 745 mm and height is 1050 mm
while the height of seat is 780mm. The wheelbase of bike is 1370 mm. The
kerb weight of the Yamaha Fazer 250cc is 139.2 kg. The ground clearance of the all new Yamaha Fazer 250cc is very impressive.
Performance
As we already discussed that the Yamaha Fazer is available only with one variant which is powered by the high performance petrol engine. The Yamaha Fazer
is packed with 153cc, 4-Stroke, 2-Valve, Air-Cooled, SOHC (Single
Overhead Camshaft) petrol engine with five speed return type manual
transmission that can produce maximum power of 14PS at 7500 rpm with
maximum torque of 14Nm at 6000 rpm. This high capacity engine delivers
excellent engine power and performance that results in zipping
acceleration.
The Yamaha Fazer 250 cc is expected to come with a
engine capacity of 249 cc, 4-Stroke, 2-Valve, Air-Cooled, SOHC (Single
Overhead Camshaft) petrol engine with five speed return type manual
transmission that will produce maximum power of 20 PS and a maximum
torque of 20 Nm. The engine is expected to be endowed on the bigger fuel
injected power plant which will ensure every drop of fuel to be used in
a precise way. This high capacity engine delivers excellent engine
power and performance that results excellent acceleration.
Suspension
Yamaha Motors India uses advanced suspension system to make the Yamaha Fazer a comfortable bike with easier control. The Yamaha Fazer
is packed with advanced front Telescopic suspension system with seven
step adjustable Mono-cross rear suspension system that reduce jerks on
bumpy roads and offer easier handling and exhilarating riding
experience.
The all new upcoming Yamaha Fazer 250cc is also
expected to come with very advanced suspension system with front
Telescopic suspension system and monolink monoshock rear suspension
system.
Handling
Yamaha Motor India uses advanced newer generation technology to make the handling and controlling of the Yamaha Fazer
very comfortable. Its advanced front and rear suspension system reduces
jerks on bumpy roads and enhances handling and control of the bike.
Its aerodynamic cowl and wind shield protect the rider from wind blasts on highway and enhances the stability of the Yamaha Fazer
and offer comfortable driving experience on long journey. Its larger
Hydraulic front disk brake with rear drum brake decelerate the bike
sooner and enhance safety. Yamaha Motor India placed the switches at
very convenient place of Yamaha Fazer for easy access, so there is no need to distract your eyes from road and can enjoy its hassle-free riding.