Yamaha FZ V3 was launched in India last month. Its monthly sales have increased by 80% for January. Could it be because of the new version?
Yamaha FZ V3 has recorded sales of 18000 units for the month of January 2019. The figures have risen by 80%, from 10,147 units recorded in December, last year. The new version of FZ was launched on 21st January.
We expect the figures to have risen primarily because of the launch of FZ V3. The updated bike receives many visual upgrades, single-channel ABS and new features onboard.
Currently, Yamaha FZ V3 is the second best selling motorcycle in the sporty-commuter 150-160cc segment. The segment includes TVS Apache RTR 160, Suzuki Gixxer, Honda CB Hornet 160R and Bajaj Pulsar NS160.
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Features onboard Yamaha FZ V3 include a new LCD meter, LED headlamps, Step-up single seat, one-piece grab rail and a single-channel ABS. The safety feature comes as a standard fitment, as per the upcoming safety regulations.
FZ V3 dons new
It continues with the same engine though. Yamaha FZ V3 gets a 149cc air-cooled SOHC engine, that is capable of delivering 13 BHP and 12.8 Nm of peak torque. The engine comes mated to a 5-speed gearbox.
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The FZ V3 is available in Metric Black and Racing Blue colour options. FZ S V3 is available in Matt Black, Dark Matt Black and Gray and Cyan Blue options.
The prices start off at Rs 95,000 for FZ V3 and Rs 97,000 for the FZ-S V3. It is currently one of the costliest priced in this segment, however, undercutting the prices of Apache RTR 160 4V ABS.
Meanwhile, Yamaha has also confirmed that the a new and more powerful engine is under development for the FZ V3. It will be BS-6 ready and is expected to be launched with all the other BS-6 bikes in the lineup.
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The power figures are likely to increase by 2-3 BHP, from the current 13 BHP. Further, the engine will be more peppy and inclined more towards performance rather than mileage.
