Yamaha FZ Blue Flex vs Hero Splendor+ Flex: Price, Specs & More

India’s flex-fuel two-wheeler segment has started to gain momentum. A few months ago there was only one motorcycle in this segment, and now we have four. Hero MotoCorp introduced the Splendor+ Flex Fuel in June, while Yamaha recently entered the space with the FZ Blue Flex. Both motorcycles can run on ethanol blend fuel ranging from E20 to E85. Here’s a look at how the two stack up in terms of price, engines, features and more.

Hero Splendor + Flex Fuel vs Yamaha FZ Blue Flex: Prices

The Hero Splendor+ Flex Fuel was launched on June 3, 2026 at an ex-showroom price of Rs 82,710. Yamaha followed on July 10 with the FZ Blue Flex, priced at Rs 1,24,240, ex-showroom. Hero has also announced a limited period discount of Rs 4,000, bringing the effective price of the Splendor+ Flex Fuel to Rs 78,710.

Hero Splendor+ Flex Fuel vs Yamaha FZ Blue Flex: Engine

Under the body, both bikes retain their familiar engines, but have been redesigned to support higher ethanol blends. The Splendor+ Flex Fuel uses a 97.2cc air-cooled single-cylinder engine mated to a 4-speed transmission. It runs on E85, producing around 8.6 PS and 8.3 Nm of torque. Hero says it has modified more than 36 components, including the fuel pump, ECU calibration, gaskets and fuel lines, to ensure compatibility with ethanol-rich fuel.The Yamaha FZ Blue Flex, on the other hand, is powered by a fuel-injected 149cc air-cooled engine mated to a 5-speed gearbox. It develops 11.7 HP of power and 12.8 Nm of torque while supporting fuel mixtures from E20 to E85.

Hero Splendor+ Flex Fuel vs Yamaha FZ Blue Flex: Features

When it comes to features, Yamaha offers more premium packages. It comes with full-LED projector headlights, LED taillight, digital instrument console, single-channel ABS, silent starter and telescopic front suspension. The Hero Splendor+ Flex Fuel sticks to its commuter-centric approach. It features a digi-analog instrument cluster, Hero’s i3S idle stop-start system, side-stand engine cut-off, tubeless tires and drum brakes at both ends. Cosmetic changes are limited to new graphics that differentiate it from the standard Splendor+.