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2020 Yamaha FZ 25 BS6 vs TVS Apache RTR 200 4V BS6 vs Bajaj Pulsar NS 200 BS6 - Spec Comparison!

By:Shakti Nath Jha
Updated On: May 3, 2020 11:52 IST
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2020 Yamaha FZ 25 BS6 vs TVS Apache RTR 200 4V BS6 vs Bajaj Pulsar NS 200 BS6 - Spec Comparison!

The Indian Motorcycling Segment is booming rapidly and every now and then we have one or the other motorcycle launching in the country. Although since the past few months the new launches have been temporarily halted due to the novel coronavirus, once the nationwide lockdown is lifted off, the automakers will be going all guns blazing and will be launching multiple products in the market. Yamaha Motor India will launch the 2020 Yamaha FZ 25 BS6 and FZS 25 BS6 as soon as the lockdown is uplifted. And so today we compare this motorcycle with its arch-rivals to let you know which bike is the best for you. Here we have a specification based comparo of 2020 Yamaha FZ 25 BS6 vs TVS Apache RTR 200 4V BS6 vs Bajaj Pulsar NS 200 BS6.

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Looks and Colour Options

Yamaha has revealed the official images of the upcoming 2020 Yamaha FZ 25 BS6 and it does look attractive. The motorcycle gets subtle cosmetic updates over its predecessor and it now gets an all-LED projector headlamp, underbelly cowl and sharp tank extensions. The FZ 25 BS6 will be offered in two colour variants  Metallic Black and Racing Blue. Moreover, Yamaha will also launch the FZS 25 that gets knuckle guards, gold-painted alloys and will be offered in Dark Cyan, Dark Blue and Metallic White shades.

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TVS Apache RTR 200 4V is a very good looking motorcycle and with the BS6 update, TVS has also offered with it an all-LED headlamp with claw position lamps that makes it look even more striking than before. The motorcycle gets sharp styling elements, an underbelly cowl, golden front forks and more. It also gets race-inspired body graphics and a uniquely positioned fuel lid on the tank. The Apache 200 4V BS6 is available in two colour shades - Pearl White and Gloss Black.

Yamaha FZ 25 BS6 vs Apache 200 4V vs Pulsar NS 200

Bajaj Pulsar NS 200 is a naked streetfighter motorcycle and its aggressive look does appeal the crowd. It gets a wolf eye-inspired headlamp with twin pilot lamps, a body-coloured engine cowl and signature Pulsar series twin LED strip as the taillamp. The Pulsar NS200 BS6 is available in four colours - Graphite Black, Mirage White, Fiery Yellow and Wild Red.

Engine and Transmission

SpecificationFZ 25 BS6Apache 200 4V BS6Pulsar NS 200 BS6
Engine249cc, single-cylinder, fuel-injected197.75cc, single-cylinder, fuel-injected199.5cc, single-cylinder, fuel-injected, DTS-i
Max. Power20.8 PS at 8000 RPM20.5 PS at 8500 RPM24.5 PS at 9750 RPM
Max. Torque20.1 Nm at 6000 RPM16.8 Nm at 7500 RPM18.5 Nm at 8000 RPM
Cooling Systemair-cooledoil-cooledliquid-cooled
Transmission5-speed5-speed6-speed
Emission NormBS6BS6BS6
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2020 Yamaha FZ 25 BS6 will be powered by a 249cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled, fuel-injected engine that delivers 20.8 PS of power at 8,000 RPM and 20.1 Nm of peak torque at 6,000 RPM, mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox. It produces the maximum amount of torque in its segment offering a very good low-end drivability. The Apache RTR 200 4V gets a BS6-compliant 197.75cc, single-cylinder, oil-cooled fuel-injected engine that churns out 20.5 PS of power at 8500 RPM and 16.8 Nm of torque at 7500 RPM, mated to a 5-speed gearbox. The Pulsar NS 200 is the most powerful of the lot and it gets a 199.5cc, single-cylinder, fuel-injected, DTS-i engine churning out 24.5 PS of power at 9750 RPM and 18.5 Nm of torque at 8000 RPM, mated to a 6-speed gearbox.

Chassis and Suspension

SpecificationFZ 25 BS6Apache 200 4V BS6Pulsar NS 200 BS6
ChassisDiamond FrameDouble Cradle Split Synchro Stiff Frame Pressed Steel Perimeter Frame
Front SuspensionTelescopic Shock AbsorbersTelescopic ForksTelescopic Forks
Rear SuspensionMonocross SwingarmMono-tube Inverted Gas-filled (MIG) shock absorberNitrox Gas-charged Mono Shock-absorber
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All three motorcycles get a telescopic fork at the front while the rear suspension duties are handled by a mono-shock absorber.

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Tyres and Brakes

SpecificationFZ 25 BS6Apache 200 4V BS6Pulsar NS 200 BS6
Tyre SizeFront 100/80-17
Rear 140/70-17
Front 90/90-17
Rear 130/70-17
Front 100/80-17
Rear 130/70-17
Tyre Typetubelesstubelesstubeless
Wheel typealloyalloyalloy
Front Brakediscdiscdisc
Rear Brakediscdiscdisc
Additional safety aidABS (dual-channel)ABS (dual-channel)ABS (single-channel)
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All three motorcycles included in our comparo gets disc brakes at both the end but while the FZ 25 and Apache RTR 200 4V get dual-channel ABS, the Pulsar NS 200 only gets a single-channel unit as an additional safety aid.

Dimensions and Capacity

SpecificationFZ 25 BS6Apache 200 4V BS6Pulsar NS 200 BS6
Length2015 mm2050 mm2017 mm
Width770 mm790 mm804 mm
Height1075 mm1050 mm1075 mm
Seat Height795 mm800 mm805 mm
Wheelbase1360 mm1353 mm1363 mm
Ground Clearance160 mm180 mm168 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity14 L12 L12 L
Weight153 kgs153 kgs156 kgs
Yamaha FZ 25 BS6 vs Apache 200 4V vs Pulsar NS 200
Yamaha FZ S Instrument Cluster (used for reference only)

Features

The Yamaha FZ 25 will get a new LCD display for the all-digital instrument cluster but actual details will be revealed post the official launch. TVS Apache RTR 200 4V also gets a fully digital instrument cluster with dot-matrix display and it is loaded with a ton of information. The Apache's cluster also gets Bluetooth connectivity and one can connect their smartphone via a dedicated application to track ride telemetry. The NS 200 gets a semi-analogue semi-digital cluster that houses an analogue tachometer while the other pieces of information are displayed in the digital format.

apache 200 4v instrument cluster
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V Instrument Cluster

Price Comparison

PriceFZ 25 BS6Apache 200 4V BS6Pulsar NS 200 BS6
(Ex-showroom Delhi)Rs. 1.40 lakhs  Rs. 1.45 lakhs (Expected)Rs. 1.25 lakhsRs. 1.25 lakhs

The 2020 Yamaha FZ 25 BS6 will be launched in India in the coming weeks and it is expected to be priced at Rs. 1.40 lakhs, Ex-showroom. The BS6-compliant Apache RTR 200 4V, as well as the Pulsar NS 200, is priced at Rs. 1.25 lakhs, Ex-showroom.

Yamaha FZ 25 BS6 vs Apache 200 4V vs Pulsar NS 200

The Yamaha FZ 25 is an affordable quarter-litre motorcycle and it can be a great buy for someone who wants a 250cc motorcycle to comfortably use it in city conditions as well as for long-distance touring. The Pulsar NS 200 is a power-packed streetfighter motorcycle but it lacks some features when compared to the rivals. The TVS Apache RTR 200 4V BS6, on the other hand, is something that will appeal to a lot of buyers. It gets decently powerful engine suited for both intra and intercity commutes, is affordable and is very well feature-loaded too.

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So this was a quick spec-comparo of 2020 Yamaha FZ 25 BS6 vs TVS Apache RTR 200 4V BS6 vs Bajaj Pulsar NS 200 BS6. Which of these three motorcycles will you pick for yourself? Share with us in the comments below.

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