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Originally Posted by Pratzgh1 I am planning to get this motorcycle only because I am strictly on a budget. I am upgrading from a P220 Dts-i. Would like to know how has the experience been so far for current FZ25 owners. Is the night illumination issue a major one? Also, what is the real world mileage offered by this motorcycle? How is the gearbox after regular maintenance?
Any other issues I must be aware of before taking the plunge? |
Hi Pratzgh1
I recently happened to purchase an FZ25. I must thank the folks in this Thread Indivic and Samba for their feedback and support. I've been meaning to start a thread on the same soon. However I'm going OT now and will answer your queries.
1. I'm not sure you'll find the FZ25 an big upgrade from the P220 DTS-i. In term of refinement and handling maybe so. I myself let go of a Duke200 to get the FZ25. Only because of the relaxed nature of the FZ25. Again relaxed I'm using relative to the Duke 200. If you're expecting a significant jump in performance then you might be disappointed. I've done about 1600 kms so far with a long ride of 500 kms thrown in I just did this past weekend (went two up with some weekend luggage). My riding is primarily 50% city and 50% highway. I'm getting a fuel economy readout in the range of 35-40 kmpl. Drivvo app says I'm getting 40+. So depending on your riding style and how and where you are riding, this will differ but majority of the FZ25 owners have been getting 35-40 kmpl
2. Night illumination could be an issue if you're used to the P220 DTS-i projector lights. The problem is not the throw it's the spread of the headlights that are a bit weak. Otherwise it's fine and does it's job adequately.
3. My Bike was not affected by the recall and so far I've had no issues with the "coin" ringing noise. Gearbox before run-in can be a bit hard but nothing that'll be uncomfortable. I encountered only 2 false nuetrals during the run-in of 1000 kms. Again this is personal thing, you can't always expect the machine to adapt to you, sometimes you have to adapt to the machine. Ask any RE owner
I myself having owned an RE during my college days.
4. So far I've not had any issues. The service is top notch and maintenance expense is also reasonable. Highway performance has been top notch and suits my riding style. It's relaxed when you want it to be and can really accelerate when you push it hard.
Hope the above points help. My suggestion is take a test ride and then ride your P220 DTS-i back to back. You'll have your answer.
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Originally Posted by Pratzgh1
I love the styling and I wish the motorcycle was hassle free. Should I wait or take the leap considering Yamaha has promised to rectify the loose bolt issue on newer production models. But, do the newly manufactured motorcycles also adhere to other issues like gearbox clunkiness and headlights? |
The loose bolt issue has been handled fine. Mine is a Oct manufactured bike. So it was from the new lot. Gearbox has been fine for me pre run-in. Headlights no change. Suggestion is to add on aux-lights on the crash guard for a better spread or upgrading bulbs of the headlight. I'm looking for an upgrade right now myself. Will let you know if some good solution comes up.
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Originally Posted by Pratzgh1 The more I read about this motorcycle the more I get confused to take a buying leap. |
Ha ha. That always happens. We are spoilt for choice now, to answer your queries, please see below:
1. Hard seats than the competition (Some say its typical Yamaha)
-> No this is not typical Yamaha. FZ16 seats were quite soft. On the FZ25, I find the padding to be good. On my recent long ride it was comfortable for both my wife and me. We took a short break every hour or so. So it isn't really for grand touring, but it serves its purpose adequately.
2. Soft front suspension and hard rear mono shock make the ride slightly uncomfortable on Indian roads
-> Soft front I'd agree. But its nothing that'll unsettle the rider too much. It was absolutely fine in the twisties for me. Rear suspension stock setting is slightly firm, but can be adjusted.
3. The lights are inadequate unless pitch-dark, which is hard to come by in a city like Mumbai
-> Its not great but won't be a bother in the city. Highway illumation in pitch dark conditions is decent. As I mentioned before the headlight is too focussed and the spread isn't that great.
4. Gearbox is clunky and finding neutral in stop and go traffic is hectic
-> Never faced this issue till date. <knock on wood> and now after the first service it's really smooth.
5. Flat profile tyres limit the motorcycle's agility
-> This part I read about in a lot of reports prior to my purchase. In fact I was thinking of getting the bike from the showroom and taking it directly to a tyre dealer and slapping on some Michelins. But the MRF flat profile tyres have not been a bother till date. Performance has been satisfactory. No complaints. I have to check it during the monsoons and maybe some riding in the slush to give you complete feedback. Have done some mild off roading on dirt tracks and it handles fine.
6. Vibes kick in the moment one rushes to triple digit speeds
-> Very very minor vibes are felt at the handlebars when you hit 100. But sore past that and it's fine again. Even the minor vibes you feel won't be a bother. But again please test ride and check the same for your satisfaction.
7. Many other smaller issues which are inconsistent across user groups
-> No idea. Could you please elaborate what these issues are that you've read up on? or maybe gotten feedback from other owners.
8. Recent recall over the loose bolts and the time period passed since its launch
-> Recall was handled fine. Some service centres were a little lacking on doing the right job and doing it correctly, like not having the torque set correctly. New batches like my bike no issue. However on taking the delivery of the bike, the dealer has told me that in case there is an issue or if I feel the bike engine doesn't feel right, he will change the engine bolt free of charge. So again this kind of service and after sales treatment depends on the dealer.
9. Yamaha might be planning a 2018 rectified variant with ABS as an option!
-> This is highly possible but so far no scoop on this anywhere. If you're very very concerned and particular about ABS, you should maybe wait till April 2018. However do expect the cost to shoot up by a minimum of ₹5k.
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