Difference between Yamaha FZ and Yamaha FZS

Key difference: Coming from the same family of motorbikes, the Yamaha FZ and the Yamaha FZS differ in terms of their price, dimensions, chassis, performance, etc.

The Yamaha FZ and the Yamaha FZS are two motorbikes that are manufactured and marketed by India Yamaha Motor, an offshoot of the Japanese motorbike giant, Yamaha Motor Company. Both the bikes are primarily based on Yamaha’s FZ1 bike, which was sold by Yamaha worldwide. The FZ and FZS are customized to suit Indian roads, and cater to the needs of the average Indian biker. The FZ16 was launched in Indian bike markets prior to the FZS. The FZ16 was launched in the year 2008, and has since then paved the way for rest of the models to continue in its path.

Yamaha FZS The FZS is practically an improvisation of the FZ16, with minor changes like an aerodynamic windshield, a longer pillion seat which is also relatively wider, a chain protector and a wider rear fender. The engine has been left untouched, which is why both these bikes feature a 153cc displacement engine offering a max power of around 14PS, at 7500RPM, which translates to 13.6 Nm torque at 6000 RPM. However, performance-wise, the FZS has garnered quite a response due to its comparatively higher mileage, superior comfort and an edgy forefront. Notably, the FZS is also priced steeply than its predecessor, which is the Yamaha FZ.

Comparison between Yamaha FZ and Yamaha FZS:

Specifications:

	Yamaha FZ	Yamaha FZS
Engine
Displacement (cc)	153	153
Cylinders	1	1
Max Power	14	14
Maximum Torque	13.6	13.6
Bore (mm)	58	58
Stroke (mm)	57	58
Valves Per Cylinder	2	2
Fuel Delivery System	Carburetor	Carburetor
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Ignition	C.D.I	C.D.I
Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)	1	1
Cooling System	Air Cooled	Air Cooled
Transmission
Gearbox Type	Manual	Manual
No Of Gears	5	5
Transmission Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
Clutch	Wet, multiple-disc	Wet, Multiple-disc
Performance
0 to 60 kmph (Seconds)	5.2	5.51
Top Speed (Kmph)	107	111
60 to 0 Kmph (Seconds, metres)	18	16.3
Dimensions & Weight
Kerb Weight (Kg)	135	135
Overall Length (mm)	1973	1973
Overall Width (mm)	770	770
Overall Height (mm)	1045	1090
Wheelbase (mm)	1334	1334
Ground Clearance (mm)	160	160
Seat Height (mm)	790	790
Fuel Efficiency & Range
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	12	12
Reserve Fuel Capacity (Litres)	1.2	1.2
FuelEfficiency Overall (Kmpl)	48	50
Fuel Efficiency Range (Km)	577	600
Chassis & Suspension
Chassis Type	Diamond	Diamond
Front Suspension	Telescopic	Telescopic
Rear Suspension	Swingarm	Swingarm
Braking
Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Front Disc	Yes	Yes
Front Disc/Drum Size (mm)	267	267
Rear Disc/Drum Size (mm)	130	130
Wheels & Tyres
Wheel Size (inches)	17	17
Front Tyre	100/80-17	100/80-17
Rear Tyre	140/60-R17	140/60-R17
Tubeless Tyres	Yes	Yes
Radial Tyres	Yes	Yes
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Electricals
Battery	12 V, 5.0 Ah	12 V, 5.0 Ah
Headlight Type	Multi-Reflector Type	Multi-Reflector Type
Headlight Bulb Type	12 V, 35/35W	12 V, 35/35W
Brake/Tail Light	Tail Lamp	Tail Lamp
Pass Light	Yes	Yes

Features:

	Yamaha FZ	Yamaha FZS
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Tachometer	Yes	Yes
Tachometer Type	Digital	Digital
Electric Start	Yes	Yes
Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Tripmeter Type	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Low Oil Indicator	Yes	No
Fuel Gauge	Yes	Yes
Digital Fuel Gauges	Yes	Yes
Pillion Footrest	Yes	Yes
Pillion Grabrail	Yes	Yes
Killswitch	Yes	Yes
Colors	Lava Red, Midnight Black	Fiery Orange, Black Cyber Green, Sunset Red, Compe