WOW…..Lord Of Street>>>FZ16……
Really the name tells the Bikes standard and capability.
Yamaha Motors Launched the most awaited bike to rock the Indian market. After the success of previously launched R15 a few month before, Can Yamaha FZ 16 taste the better success. Yes, absolutely. Why not, if everything is perfect then I am sure FZ16 motorbike will take a bang, storm and shake the entire two-wheeler segment market.
FZ16 the bike with its aerodynamic look as well the Sporty look will surely attract every bike lover. The bike maker is all set to roll the dice in its favor posing tough competition to Apache, Pulsars and Hunks. The stylish yet innovative FZ-16 has macho and muscular looks redefining the 150cc bikes segment.
The Lord Of Street is perfect from the look and design angle of view. The eye-catching look of FZ16 will be a hit on road. According to reports, the FZ-16 will be launched on mid of September and the deliveries will commence by Oct. 2008. The FZ-16 is estimated to cost around Rs. 65,000 ex-showroom, which will expected to be around Rs. 72,000 after all the registration, insurance and others. This high quality masterpiece will without doubt become a rage for the next generation. The bike would weigh about 124 kg and the top speed will be around 140 km/h./p.
Yamaha has always kept up with new technology while constantly bringing it to the next level. The bike gets its looks from the global FZ series known for awesome looks and tremendous power. Its engine packs a mighty punch and the light weight diamond type frame known for its simplicity and excellent rigidity- enables it to cut its way through the curves like a street-fighter.
Yamaha FZ16 major design elements:
Ø FZ1 inspired multi reflector head lamp
Ø FZ1 type turn indicators
Ø 41mm dia front forks
Ø Tubeless front tyre
Ø India’s 1st tubeless radial which is also the fattest rear type(140/60-17) on any Indian made bike
Ø Generous and large seat with unique rear grab bars
Ø Half chain cover, exposed chain Toe only gear shifter
Ø Triple macho concept
Ø Concentration of mass towards the centre
Ø Large 267mm dia front disc brake
Ø Air intake cowl
Ø Mid-Ship silencer
Ø Monocross rear suspension
Ø Fill LCD digital display(RPM, Speed, Trip and Odometer)
Ø Steel tank with plastic resin outer cover
Ø 153cc, SOHC, 2 valve engine
Ø Negative pressure type- 26mm carburetor with TPS(Throttle Position Sensor)
Main Styling Elements of FZ-16:
Ø Big center mass
Ø Tough looking front forks
Ø Tough looking chassis
Ø Mid-ship stubby silencer
Ø Super wide tyres
Ø Rugged shaped body parts
Yamaha FZ-16 is surely one of the best looking bike in its segment with its sporty and muscular looks. The macho tank, aggressive front heavy stance and the rear view with street fighter looks will make you fall for it. FZ-16 is powered by single-cylinder, four-stroke, four-valve, fuel-injected 150cc engine. It is be available in three colours – Lava Red, Midnight Black and Flaming Orange.
FZ16 SPECS
Displacement: 153.0cm3
Bore & Stroke: 58.0 × 57.9mm
Compression ratio: 9.5:1
Maximum output: 14PS / 7500 rpm
Maximum torque: 14 N.m / 6000 rpm
Carburetor: type BS26
Clutch: Constant mesh wet multiplate
Transmission: type Return type 5-speed
Suspension (front/rear): Telescopic / Monocross
Wheelbase: 1,335mm
Brake (front/rear): Hydraulic single disc / drum
Tire size (front/rear): 100/80-17 / 140/60-R17
Overall Length × Width × Height: 1,975mm × 770mm × 1,045mm
Seat height: 790mm
Wheelbase: 1,335mm
Minimum ground clearance: 160mm
Dry weight/Curb weight: 126 kg / 137 kg
Fuel tank volume: 12 liters
Engine oil volume: 1.2 liters
The Macho and Muscular FZ16
Yamaha FZ16 with its great macho, sporty and muscular look will be a definite passion for all bike lovers.
The multi reflector and eye catching Head Lamp
The multi-reflector headlight with transparent lens on the front side provides with perfect illumination along with a different head light without doom and naked look.
The Digital console
FZ16 will be loaded with a fully digital console with digital readout
for RPM, Speed, Trip and Odometer.
Da Muscular Tank
The 12-liter muscular fuel tank is built of stainless steel also has an outside plastic cover to give that molded look and reflect the perfect dynamic and muscular image of the vehicle.
The Tubeless and Fattest tyre
Tubeless with rear-end tyre having aspect ratio of 60 per cent for both rear and front end tyres. Yamaha FZ-16 has the fattest rear-end tyre with specifications as 140/60-R17, while that of the front tyre is 100/60-17.
153cc, SOHC, air-cooled and 2 valve engine
Expect a performance par excellence with respect to the start-up speed. With the good gear ratio and torque, the 153cc, SOHC, 2 valve engine provides with awesome agility and optimum performance on the Indian roads.
LORD OF STREET>>>FZ16
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