The flex-fuel two-wheeler segment in India has started to develop. 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-blended fuel from E20 to E85. Here’s a look at how the two stack up in terms of price, engine, features and more.
Hero Splendor+ Flex Fuel vs Yamaha FZ Blue Flex : Pricing
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-time discount of Rs 4,000, bringing the effective price of the Splendor + Flex Fuel up to Rs 78,710.
Hero Splendor+ Flex Fuel vs. Yamaha FZ Blue Flex: Engine
Under the bodywork, both motorcycles retain their familiar engines but have been re-engineered to support higher ethanol blends. The Splendor+ Flex Fuel uses a 97.2cc air-cooled single-cylinder engine mated to a 4-speed gearbox. Running on E85, it produces about 8.6 PS and 8.3 Nm of torque. Hero says it has changed more than 36 components, including the fuel pump, ECU calibration, seals and fuel lines, to ensure compatibility with ethanol-rich fuel.The Yamaha FZ Blue Flex, on the other hand, is powered by a 149cc air-cooled, fuel-injected engine mated to a 5-speed gearbox. It produces 11.7 PS of power and 12.8 Nm of torque while supporting fuel blends from E20 to E85.
Hero Splendor+ Flex Fuel vs Yamaha FZ Blue Flex: Features
When it comes to features, Yamaha offers a more premium package. It has full-LED projector headlamps, LED tail lamps, digital instrument console, single-channel ABS, silent starter and telescopic front suspension. The Hero Splendor+ Flex Fuel maintains its commuter-focused approach. It has a digi-analogue 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+.