Yamaha TFX 150 - Bike that takes you beyond the ordinary

Most teens dream of owning a bike that looks stylish and can zoom freely around the city roads. In the long list of options, when it comes to delivering a smart bike that’s well within the range of a common man, we find Yamaha beating other brands. Let’s be real guys, not everyone can afford a KTM Duke or Suzuki Hayabusa.

The Yamaha Philippines street motorcycle lineup is stocked with beauties like the FZI, all-new SZ, TZF R-15, and YZF-R3. Today, however, we’ll be talking about the TFX 150 that’s been around in the Philippines for years now and till date gives tough competition to even the newest of moto buds.

Starting with its unmatched and evergreen style statement, the TFX 150 is a superb blend of sharp and smooth cuts. The bike has been sectioned beautifully giving the entire piece a rugged profile. Be it front, side, or rear, the TFX 150 beholds looks that call for attention. Supporting its fierce tag are full-LED headlights and tail lights that provide a bright view on the front along with clear visibility at the rear. On the side, is present a mud splatter under-cowl that not only adds to the style quotient but offers aerodynamic and engine cooling benefits. The ‘TFX’ graphics on the fuel tank gives the bike a distinct expression of strength.

The exterior looks all masculine and strong, but is the TFX 150 really the stud it portrays? Well, the world-class Delta Box frame that supports its very core speaks a lot on the performance chapter. While this frame supply TFX with the required rigidity and stability, the rear aluminum swingarm with monocross suspension improves the ride quality by proving comfortable cushioning. 

Rider’s confidence is all that summarise a bike, working on this domain are TFX 150 front and rear Hydraulic Single Disc Brake.

Now, let’s talk a bit about its performance, as it’s a feature that primarily defines a street bike. Yamaha has fitted the TFX 150 with a 150cc, 6-speed SOHC LC4V engine that delivers a maximum power of 16 PS along with a peak torque of 14.3 Nm.

Well, that’s not all, the Yamaha TFX 150 has to offer to the millennium riders. Paying its dues to the modern times, this bike comes with a full inverted LED speedometer with adjustable backlight setting. It offers the clear visibility without bothering the rider to lower his head. Also, adding to the convenience is the brand signature MT switch. Giving excellent stability on the harshest of the road are present super wide front tires and very well tune along with it 37mm upside down and front forks.

Lastly, the upright riding position of Yamaha TFX 150, thanks to its wide handlebar makes maneuverability fun and provides for an agile riding feel.

Anyone who’s looking for a cool street bike for the college going kid or to commute to work in style then there’s nothing better than the Yamaha TFX 150. Available in three vibrant color options - Green, Silver White, and Matte Red, ‘the fierce experience’ offering TFX 150 is affordably priced at Php 139,000.