India Yamaha Motor has entered the flex-fuel motorcycle segment with the launch of the FZ Blue Flex at an introductory price of Rs 1,24,240, ex-showroom. The new motorcycle is designed to run on ethanol-blended fuels ranging from E20 to E85.The FZ Blue Flex is based on Yamaha’s popular FZ platform and uses a 149cc, air-cooled, fuel-injected single-cylinder engine that has been updated to support higher ethanol blends. The engine produces 11.3 bhp of power and 12.8 Nm of peak torque and is paired with a 5-speed gearbox. Yamaha says the motorcycle is engineered to operate on different ethanol blends without affecting everyday usability.In terms of design, the FZ Blue Flex retains the familiar styling of the FZ range. It features a full-LED projector headlamp with integrated position lamps, a sculpted fuel tank with aerodynamic bodywork, a compact exhaust, a sharp LED tail lamp and a single-piece seat. The motorcycle is available in a Metallic Black paint scheme.The hardware package remains largely unchanged. Suspension duties are handled by telescopic front forks and a rear monoshock, while braking is assisted by single-channel ABS. The bike also comes with an LCD instrument cluster, although it does not offer features such as Bluetooth connectivity, navigation or traction control.The Yamaha FZ Blue Flex will be sold through select Blue Square dealerships across Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Telangana and Tamil Nadu. Stay tuned to TOI Auto for latest updates on the automotive sector and do follow us on our social media handles on Facebook, Instagram and X.
