TVS Raider vs Yamaha FZ X

Last Updated: October 10, 2026

TVS Raider price starts at Rs. 85,810, which is Rs. 40,960 cheaper than the base variant of Yamaha FZ X, priced at Rs. 1.27 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Raider offers a claimed 67 kmpl, while the FZ X delivers 55.11 kmpl. On the performance front, the Raider uses a 124.8cc engine producing 11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm and the FZ X a 149cc engine producing 12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm. If you're deciding between the Raider and FZ X, the Raider is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the FZ X stands out for performance.

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Raider vs FZ X Comparison Summary

Specification TVS RaiderYamaha FZ X
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 85,810Rs. 1.27 Lakh
Mileage 67 kmpl55.11 kmpl
Engine 124.8 cc149 cc
Max power 11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm
Kerb weight 124 Kg139 Kg

Raider vs FZ X Key Highlights

Basic Info TVS Raider DrumYamaha FZ X Metallic Black and Dark Matte Blue
Rating
774 reviews
223 reviews
Brand Name TVS Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 85,810 Check On Road Price Rs. 1.27 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Air and Oil Cooled Single Cylinder, SI Air Cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 2-valve
Max Power 11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm 12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
TVS Raider Colors
Yamaha FZ X Colors
Braking Type Synchronized Braking System Not Available
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Not Available Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 2,472 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 3,652 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 6,718 Raider Insurance Rs. 6,960 FZ X Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
3
2
Claimed Top Speed
95 kmph
96 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
Air and Oil Cooled Single Cylinder, SI
Air Cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 2-valve
Engine Displacement
124.8 cc
149 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm
12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm
Max Torque
11.2 Nm @ 6000 rpm
13.3 Nm @ 5500 rpm
Bore
53.5 mm
57.3 mm
Stroke
55.5 mm
57.9 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Electronic Control Unit
TCI (Transistor Controlled Ignition)
Compression Ratio
Not Available
9.6 : 1

Front Brake
Drum
Disc
Rear Brake
Drum
Disc
Front Caliper
Not Available
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
1 Piston
Braking Type
Synchronized Braking System
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
67 kmpl
55.11 kmpl
Braking 60-0 km/h
Not Available
23.21m
Average Speed
Yes
Not Available
City Mileage (Tested)
71.94 kmpl
55.11 kmpl
Highway Mileage (Tested)
65.44 kmpl
48.67 kmpl
Braking 80-0 km/h
Not Available
40.84m
Estimated Mileage
50-55 kmpl
Not Available
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
Not Available
11.01s
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
Not Available
10.68s
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic
Telescopic Fork, 41mm Inner Tube Diameter, With Fork Boot
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock, 5 step adj, Gas charged
7-Step Adjustable Monocross Suspension

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
25 psi
29 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
25 psi
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
33 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
33 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-80/100 - 17, Rear :-100/90 - 17
Front :-100/80-17 Rear :-140/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Make
Eurogrip
Not Available
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
780 mm
810 mm
Load carrying capacity
150 kg
Not Available
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
1.6 L
Engine Oil Capacity
1 L
Not Available
Engine Oil Grade
TVS TRU4, 4T oil (10W30)
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2070*785*1028 mm3
2020*785*1100 mm3
Wheelbase
1326 mm
1330 mm
Length
2070 mm
2020 mm
Ground Clearance
180 mm
165 mm
Height
1028 mm
1100 mm
Width
785 mm
785 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
10 L
10 L
Kerb Weight
124 Kg
139 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
130 mm
282 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
220 mm

Battery Type
Lead Acid
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 5AH
Not Available

Frame Type
Single Cradle Tubular Frame
Single Downtube Frame
Digital Display Type
LCD
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
Not Available
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Intelligo
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Not Available
Single Channel
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Yes
Not Available
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Not Available
Front Footpegs
Forward-set
Not Available
Body
Metal
Not Available
ABS
Not Available
Single Channel
Body Type
Commuter Bikes
Street Bikes, Commuter Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Underseat storage
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Air & Oil Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes

1st Service
750-1000 Kms/30-45 Days
1000 Kms / 1 Month
2nd Service
5500-6000 Kms/180 Days
4000 Kms / 5 Months
3rd Service
11500-12000 Kms / 365 Days
7000 Kms / 9 Months
4th Service
17500 ~ 18000 kms/548 days
10000 Kms

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
TVS Raider
  • Peppy Performance
  • Gets single-channel ABS
  • Comes with GTT (Glide Through Tech)
Yamaha FZ X
  • Smooth and refined engine, High fuel efficiency, especially in the city, Comfortable ergonomics
TVS Raider
  • Rear disc brake is only available in top-end variants
  • Has a small fuel tank
Yamaha FZ X
  • Polarising design might not appeal to everyone, Performance is severely lacking

Is TVS Raider Better Than Yamaha FZ X?

57% users have chosen TVS Raider over Yamaha FZ X in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 1904 users have also rated TVS Raider and Yamaha FZ X on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
TVS Raider has out rated Yamaha FZ X on all the rating factors.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor FZ X Raider
Mileage 4.4 4.0
Performance 4.4 3.8
Comfort 4.4 4.2
Maintenance 4.2 3.7
Safety 0.2 0.1
Features 4.3 3.9
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TVS Raider Vs Yamaha FZ X FAQs

Which bike is best between TVS Raider vs Yamaha FZ X?
TVS Raider has out rated Yamaha FZ X on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper TVS Raider vs Yamaha FZ X?
The TVS Raider is cheaper than Yamaha FZ X by ₹40,960.
Which bike offers better performance TVS Raider vs Yamaha FZ X?
For the Drum version, 124.8 cc Petrol engine of Raider produces 11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 11.2 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Metallic Black and Dark Matte Blue version, 149 cc Petrol engine of FZ X produces 12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm of power and 13.3 Nm @ 5500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the TVS Raider has better performance.

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