The Yamaha FZ-S Fi Hybrid wears the “Hybrid” badge proudly, promising a blend of petrol and electric assistance for better performance and efficiency. But in the real world, the bike’s character is still very much that of a traditional 150cc commuter. Let’s decode what the data has to say.

Yamaha FZ-S Fi Hybrid: Acceleration

These tests were conducted on a dry patch of road.

The FZ-S gets off the line briskly enough for city use, but it’s far from a head-snapping experience. The 149cc air-cooled single puts its best foot forward at low to mid revs, and while the claimed “hybrid assist” sounds promising on paper, our tests showed little to no measurable improvement over a regular FZ in outright speed. That said, the delivery is smooth and predictable, making it an easy bike to get along with in traffic.

Yamaha FZ-S Fi Hybrid: Roll-on acceleration

The FZ-S Fi Hybrid doesn’t have the quickest roll-on acceleration figures

These numbers show the FZ-S is tuned for relaxed overtakes rather than snappy bursts of speed. It will happily amble along in higher gears, but for quick passes, you’ll need a downshift or two. Again, the electric assist doesn’t really make itself felt here — it’s more of a theoretical party trick than a game changer in daily riding.

Yamaha FZ-S Fi Hybrid: Braking performace

Braking performance feels confident despite the absence of rear ABS

The braking setup — front disc with ABS, rear disc without — delivers a reassuringly solid feel. There’s good bite from the front lever without any premature ABS intervention, which makes hard stops feel controlled and predictable. The lack of rear ABS isn’t a dealbreaker here, as the bike’s modest performance means you’re unlikely to lock up under normal use.

Yamaha FZ-S Fi Hybrid: Specifications and price

This is one of the slowest motorcycles in its class

Hybrid tech or not, the FZ-S Fi Hybrid’s performance story is one of calm rather than cutting-edge speed. The electric assist barely registers in real-world acceleration, but the core strengths — smooth delivery, solid braking feel, and an easy-going nature — remain. If you want a stylish, refined commuter with Yamaha’s reputation for reliability, this bike fits the bill. Just don’t expect the “Hybrid” badge to unlock a whole new performance dimension.

Autocar India’s testing standards

Before conducting our performance tests, we check and maintain tyre pressures based on the manufacturer’s recommendation and ensure the motorcycle has a full tank of fuel. The motorcycle is then tested in a controlled environment, and the data is collected via highly accurate GPS-based timing equipment.

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