The FZ16 is a stylish bike launched by Yamaha. The bike has bagged the Bike of the Year Award from UTVi/Autocar, Zigwheels and Business Standard Motoring and Viewers Choice award at UTVi and Autocar India Awards 2009. It is undoubtedly a high quality masterpiece and is sure to become a rage in Indian bike market.
Appearance: The Yamaha FZ16 comes in three different colors – Flaming Orange, Midnight Black and Lava Red. The curvy tank, the headlights and exhaust give a sleek look to the bike. 5 Spoke Alloy Wheels give a tough and muscular look to the bike.
Comfort: Yamaha FZ16 has various comfort features for the rider. The bike has Digital Fuel Gauge, Self Start, Digital Tachometer, Digital-1 Trip Meter, Digital Speedometer, Passenger Footrest, Step up Seat, Pass Light, Low Fuel Indicator and Low Oil Indicator. The wide flat handlebars, rear set pegs and low seat height provide a comfortable riding posture to the occupant. The meters on the bike are installed in a Full Liquid Crystal Display (LCD). The speedometer, tachometer, trip meter, fuel gauge and other indicators are set in optimum position to keep the field of vision clear.
Safety: Yamaha FZ16 has advanced safety features. The safety features include 41 mm telescopic front forks, Monocross rear suspension . The braking is executed by a 267 mm Hydraulic Disc brake in front and 130 mm drum at the rear. The tyre and the strong chasis provide a good traction.
Engine: Yamaha FZ16 has 153cc, Air Cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC engine which produces a maximum power of 14 bhp at 7500 rpm and a maximum torque of 13.6 Nm at 6000 rpm.
Price: The price of Yamaha FZ16 is Rs.73,000 (taking Mumbai as base price location). However, the price specified is indicative price only and reflects lowest approximate price which excludes tax, registration, insurance and cost of accessories.