Yamaha Fascino 125 FI in Nepal: Let’s see if better design and milage can prove better sales

Yamaha Fascino 125 FI is another addition to the Yamaha 125cc category scooter fleet with a BS6 compliant FI engine.

Not long ago, Yamaha also introduced its sporty RayZR 125 FI in Nepal. Yamaha was the first company to introduce the FI technology on its vehicles and now is in a complete transition phase to introduce all its vehicles with this technology. Now, Fascino, a well-reputed and popular scooter among the youth for its look, has been reintroduced by Yamaha with power upgrades, in particular with milage and design, in Nepal.

The new classy Yamaha Fascino has plenty to provide to its users and we will be discussing it below.

Specifications

Design

Design-wise, Yamaha Fascino 125 FI has got revamped from its 113cc predecessor. The new Fascino looks classier and is bulkier. The old Fascino was well known for its unique design and slick appearance. As per the company, the new Fascino 125 FI comes with an advanced design with the visual impression of a “classic European styling”, making it more desirable. The new Fascino is said to have an all-new exterior design, higher quality bodywork, a newly designed headlight and new gauges.

At the front, it gets a new and stylish concave lens headlight as well as a trendy, stylish metal fender that gives you a sturdy feel. The body also looks much improved and better looking. The back of this scooter is bulkier than it was before. There is a V-shaped LED taillight that may appeal to a particular group while some may find it else way. The seat is wider which makes it comfortable for both the rider and the pillion rider.

Performance

Yamaha Fascino 125 FI is powered by an all-new 125cc BSVI compliant air-cooled FI engine. This new 125cc blue core engine produces a maximum power output of 8.2 PS @ 6,500 RPM and a maximum torque of 9.7 Nm @ 5,000 RPM. This power output is 30% more and fuel economy are 16% higher than its 113cc sibling.

The upgrades in performance are similar to Yamaha RayZR 125 FI. Drive force at the rear wheel at low speeds has been improved by 30%. Power in the 30-60 km/h range, pivotal for overtakes, has been improved by 30%. The all-new Fascino with BS-VI engine boasts an increase in mileage by 16% though featuring a more powerful engine. This is due to the astute technology of the smart motor-generator and stop and start system which can be found in the new RayZR 125 FI as well.

The stop and start system automatically stops the engine when the vehicle is at a stop and idling mode; this is a great feature that helps in saving fuel and even Hero Maestro Edge 110 has introduced this feature. This feature can soon be a must-have in every two-wheeler.

There is also a smart motor-generator (SMG) in this scooter that brings a quieter engine start that adds an electric motor giving a power assist when you accelerate from a stop and eliminating the initial power lag during start-outs.

Safety features

Yamaha Fascino 125 FI features a unified braking system (UBS). There is a disc brake at the front and a drum brake at the rear tyre. The UBS results in a reduction in braking distance and better handling during braking for the riders. Furthermore, Yamaha has also added an in-built side stand engine cut-off switch on Fascino 125 FI as well.

Some of the highlighted features on Yamaha Fascino 125 FI are:

• Smart motor generator
• Lightweight body
• Full digital instrumental cluster
• Telescopic suspension
• Quicker acceleration
• Two level seat
• 12-inch cast wheel with disc brake at the front
• Unified braking system
• In-built side stand engine cut-off switch
• 21L underseat storage
• Multi-function key switch
• New 125cc FI engine
• Stop and Start system

The price of the Yamaha Fascino 125 FI is Rs 267,900. The scooter is available in five colours. It too competes with Suzuki Access 125, TVS N-torque, Honda Grazia and Yamaha’s own RayZR 125 FI to become one of the best scooters in Nepal.