Yamaha FZ150i
 2010 FZ150i | |
| Manufacturer | Yamaha Motor |
|---|---|
| Also called | Yamaha V-Ixion (Indonesia) |
| Production | 2008– |
| Predecessor | Yamaha RX-Z, Yamaha TZM |
| Class | Naked bike, sport bike |
| Engine | 150 cc, liquid cooled 4-stroke, SOHC, single cylinder |
| Transmission | 5-Speed w/multi-plate clutch |
| Suspension |
F-Telescopic R-Monocross |
| Tires |
F-2.75-17 M/C 41P R-90/90-17 M/C 49P |
| Wheelbase | 1282 mm |
| Dimensions |
L: 2000 mm W: 705 mm H: 1035 mm |
| Seat height | 760 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 12 litres |
| Related |
Yamaha FZ16 Yamaha MT125 Yamaha R15 |
The Yamaha FZ150i is a 150 cc motorcycle manufactured by Yamaha Motor exclusively for Asian and Indian markets. It was launched in Malaysia in January 2008 at First World Hotel, Genting Highlands as the first completely knocked down (CKD) bike to be fuel-injected in Asian motorcycle market.[1] In Indonesia it is known as the Yamaha V-Ixion.
Marketing
In Malaysia, the FZ150i is locally assembled at the Hong Leong Yamaha (HLY) plant at Sungai Buloh, Selangor. According to HLY web site, this model is expected to be sold by 500 units a month after the first year of its introduction.[2] Apart from Malaysia, the FZ150i is also available in other Asian countries such as in Singapore and Indonesia.
2014 FZ150i
 2014 FZ150i | |
| Manufacturer | Yamaha Motor |
|---|---|
| Also called | Yamaha V-Ixion Lightning (Indonesia) |
| Production | 2014– |
| Predecessor | Yamaha RX-Z, Yamaha TZM |
| Class | Naked sport bike |
| Engine | 150 cc, liquid cooled 4-stroke, SOHC, single cylinder |
| Transmission | 5-Speed w/multi-plate clutch |
| Suspension | Telescopic |
| Brakes | Link-type monoshock |
| Tires |
F-90/80-17 M/C 46P |
| Wheelbase | 1296 mm |
| Dimensions |
L: 2009 mm W: 705 mm H: 1035 mm |
| Seat height | 790 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 12 litres |
| Related |
Yamaha FZ1 Yamaha FZ6 Yamaha R15 |
HLY introduced a new FZ150i design in April 2014 which is the same as New V-ixion Lightning with a new undercowl. The engine is upgraded to produce 16.5 horsepower with 14.5 nm of torque with the same rpm as the old model.[3] An oxygen sensor was added to the exhaust port of the engine. The front and rear tires were upgraded with Dunlop D102A 90/80-17s at the front and 120/70-17s at the rear, mated with star-shaped 5-spoke alloy wheels. Rear braking is improved by using a Nissin single piston calliper with 200 mm disc. It has a grab bar for pillion is positioned under the side rear body of the bike.
References
- ↑ "Yamaha FZ150i - First Fuel Injected Motorcycle To Be Launched In Malaysia". Biker Voodoo. January 30, 2008. Retrieved 2008-02-01.
- ↑ "FZ150i Launch" (PDF). Hong Leong Yamaha. January 16, 2008. Retrieved 2008-07-27.
- ↑ "FZ150i - Product Details - Welcome to Hong Leong Yamaha". www.yamaha-motor.com.my. Retrieved 2016-03-29.
External links
- Yamaha Motor Co.,Ltd. (Japanese)