With the ongoing nation wide debate on the Ethanol Blending and its future blends, manufacturers have no choice but to be prepared for anything thrown at them. India Yamaha Motor (IYM) Pvt. Ltd. has just dropped the brand-new FZ Blue Flex, marking a massive milestone in the company’s journey towards carbon neutrality and eco-friendly travel. Perfectly matching up with the government’s big push for alternative fuel tech, this bike brings clever flex-fuel capabilities to the incredibly popular FZ line up. If you’re looking to grab one, the Yamaha FZ Blue Flex is priced at INR 1,24,240 (Ex-showroom – Delhi).
Powering the Future with Blue Flex Technology
At the heart of the machine is the reliable and trusted 149cc air-cooled, fuel-injected FZ engine. However, the real magic lies in its engineering, as the FZ Blue Flex is specially built to run seamlessly on ethanol-blended fuels anywhere from E20 right up to E85. This clever flexibility supports the country’s growing adoption of cleaner, ethanol-based fuels, helping to cut down on fossil fuel dependency and reduce environmental impact—all without losing that classic Yamaha performance riders love.
Discussing the big reveal, Mr Hajime Aota, Chairman of Yamaha Motor India Group, mentioned that reaching a carbon-neutral future requires a dynamic, multi-pathway strategy instead of just relying on a single solution. He noted that after starting their electric vehicle journey in India, launching this innovative Blue Flex tech marks another major strategic milestone. It intentionally aligns Yamaha’s global sustainability vision with the Indian government’s progressive biofuel policies, helping the brand meet global carbon neutrality goals while offering versatile, high-quality products for Indian riders.
Style, Comfort, and Everyday Performance
Taking plenty of styling cues from the massively popular FZ series, the Blue Flex version looks seriously sharp. It boasts a bold full-LED projector headlamp with integrated position lamps, a sculpted fuel tank with aerodynamic styling, faux air vents, and a neat, compact exhaust. There is also a comfy single-piece seat and a sharp LED tail lamp that gives it a sporty, modern presence on the street.
When it comes to the numbers and performance specs, the FZ-Blue Flex definitely delivers:
- Power: 11.53 HP
- Peak Torque: 12.8 Nm
- Transmission: Smooth 5-speed gearbox
- Suspension: Front telescopic suspension paired with a rear swingarm setup for nice, stable handling
- Safety: Equipped with ABS for extra braking confidence and safety in all sorts of riding conditions
Where Can You Get One?
If you are keen to check it out in person, the FZ Blue Flex will be available in a sleek Metallic Black Colour. It will be sold exclusively through Yamaha’s select Blue Square dealerships across Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Telangana, and Tamil Nadu.
