Yamaha FZS Fi V4 Pros And Cons Explained: Better Than The Rivals?

The Yamaha FZS Fi V4 has a special place in biking enthusiasts' circle with the FZ moniker being one of the most loved when it was first introduced. The FZS V4 offers a good balance of modern styling, an ergonomic set-up, and a potent engine. But is that enough to sail it through the sea of rivals or is there something that holds it back? Let's find out in this section unearthing the Pros and Cons, but before that, make sure to join our 91Wheels Whatsapp Channel, specifically curated for all the avid petrolheads with extensive coverage of the latest news and insights from the automotive space.

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PROS

1. Comfy Riding Posture

The Yamaha FZS Fi V4 currently sits in the urban roadster segment and is characterized by a flatter handlebar, a muscular fuel tank with chunky flaring, and footpegs placed naturally for the rider's triangle making it a more upright and comfortable position. This ergonomic setup helps you to ride longer distances without feeling much fatigued or strained, which makes it a good option to live with.

2. Good City Maneuverability

As for the looks of it, it might give the impression of a bike that's heavy on the foot and will not be the easiest to take on your city rides, but it's quite the opposite. The seat height of 760mm coupled with a lighter curb weight of 136 kg makes it pretty easy to maneuver in those tight spots in traffic and navigate through the city in general. While the chunky fuel tank might give an impression that it might cause some hindrance to a smoother experience, its actually the opposite and you need to test it out to really know what I mean by this.

3. Pretty Good Fuel Economy

Now let's address the elephant in the room. India is a market where the selection of a vehicle is more a family decision than a personal one. And nothing beats the good old 'Kitna Deti Hai', no matter what the segment and the engine size is. Fortunately for the Yamaha FZS Fi V4, it brings a blend of sportiness, a decent performance, and a pretty good mileage as well. The FZ-S FI V4 is powered by a 149cc single-cylinder, air-cooled engine paired with a five-speed gearbox. This setup produces 12.4 PS at 7,250rpm and 13.3Nm of torque at 5,500rpm. It offers a fuel efficiency of approximately 53-57 kmpl under typical riding conditions. However, if you push the bike aggressively, the fuel economy may decrease based on your riding style.

CONS

1. Limited Service Centre Network When Compared To Rivals

The one drawback that Yamaha Bikes faces is the limited outreach with the not-so-wide network of dealerships. While the brand is opening new dealerships across the country when compared to rivals from TVS and Bajaj, it is still a step behind in the market reach. And due to this, the service center network is also limited which is sometimes the first thing a bike owner looks at while searching for their next ride.

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2. Stiffer Suspension

The Yamaha FZS Fi V4 is a pretty ergonomic bile to sit and ride on, it is marred by a stiff suspension setup that makes sure you feel every imperfection on the roads. The potholes and the unevenness of the road are conveyed to the rider, which after some point starts to nag a little if you are on a long run. The bike could have done with a softer suspension tuning for an enjoyable ownership experience.