It took quite some time for Yamaha to show their dominance in the two-wheeler market after years of mediocre performance. It was not until the launch of Yamaha FZ, FZS and R15 that it was started to be counted as among the market leaders in this segment. Currently, the brand has a significant presence in the 150 cc segment. The company now looks forward to introduce newer variants of both the FZ series as well as upgraded versions of R15 to keep the reins to themselves in this segment. On the other hand, Suzuki is all set to put forward its latest offering, the Gixxer 155. This model is a way bit similar to the FZS model and is expected to be pitted against FZS after its launch.
Yamaha FZS Fi has an air-cooled 4-stroke dual valve 149 cc engine, which is capable of producing 13.1 PS of power at 8000 rpm. Its maximum torque of 12.8 Nm comes at 6000 rpm. It uses force feed lubrication and fuel injection supply. The transmission type is of 5-speed constant mesh. It has a telescopic front suspension and a monocross rear suspension. The fuel tank capacity is of 12 litres and has a kerb weight of 132 kg.
On the other hand, the Suzuki Gixxer has 4-stroke, single cylinder air cooled dual valve 154 cc engine, which is capable of producing power of 14.8 PS at the rate of 8000 rpm. However, the maximum torque can be reached at 6000 rpm that is 14 Nm. With an electric start, the Gixxer has all the necessary modern specifications that are expected from a bike of this segment. The suspension type is exactly similar to that of the FZS Fi and the Gixxer employs disc brakes on the front and drum brakes at the rear. Tubeless tyres are used both for the front and rear wheel, just like the Yamaha make. It has a net kerb weight of 135 kg, which makes it slightly heavier than FZS Fi. However, it lesser pricing is an added boost, which can increase its sales once launched. The fuel tank capacity is exactly same as that of Yamaha FZS Fi, that of 12 litres.
