Yamaha FZ1

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Yamaha FZ1
Yamaha FZ1.jpg
Manufacturer Yamaha Motor Company
Also called
  • Yamaha FZS1000 Fazer (2001–2005)
  • Yamaha FZ1 Fazer (2006–2015)
Parent company Yamaha Corporation
Production2001–2015
Successor Yamaha MT-10/FZ-10
Class Naked bike
Engine 998 cc (60.9 cu in) liquid-cooled 4-stroke 20-valve DOHC inline-four
Power 111.8 kW (149.9 hp; 152.0 PS) @ 11,000 rpm (claimed) [1]
Torque 106.8 N⋅m (78.8 lbf⋅ft) @ 8,000 rpm (claimed) [1]
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The Yamaha FZ1 is a naked bike made by Yamaha Motor Company in Japan.

Contents

First generation (FZS1000 Fazer; 2001–2005)

2002 Yamaha FZS1000S Fazer Yamaha FZS 1000S Fazer.jpg
2002 Yamaha FZS1000S Fazer

First generation models are known as the FZ1 in the United States and FZS1000 Fazer in Europe. They have tubular steel frames and modified YZF-R1 engines which are carbureted. The models were virtually unchanged over this period, except for colour options, the introduction of the FZS1000S which had a black engine, and in some European countries the 2005 models were fitted with rudimentary catalytic converters.

Second generation (FZ1 Fazer; 2006–2015)

In 2006, the bike got a completely different model, still known as FZ1 in USA. In Europe and other markets, it was known as FZ1-S Fazer, which is semi-faired alongside a naked (without fairing) version which was known as FZ1-N. The main changes included a new chassis, suspension, bodywork and a completely different engine. Cast aluminum diecast diamond-shaped frame with the engine as stressed member replaced the older tubular steel frame along with a control-filled die-cast swingarm. This brought the bike up to date with modern rivals. The new model has a 150 bhp 998 cc (60.9 cu in) 20-valve DOHC engine from the 2004–2006 YZF-R1 tuned for better midrange torque, set in an all-new compact diamond-shaped aluminium frame. Most of this engine is identical to the YZF-R1. The primary internal changes are a 40 percent heavier flywheel and revised balance shaft. [2] New camshafts with reduced lift and duration aim to boost performance at lower revs, and the gearbox's top two ratios are higher to give a more relaxed feel at cruising speeds. Modifications are as follows:

2006

2007

2010

2011

2014–2015

2006-2014 models are known for rotor failure; the magnets delaminate which can cause catastrophic engine damage. Generally, owners replace the factory rotors with updated ones.

EU models were offered with optional ABS, adding 6kg to weight due to ABS unit to a total wet weight of 226kg. Yamaha also offered in EU a GT version with full fairing and side bags. Full fairing was possible to purchase separately for converting existing bikes to GT version.

Specifications

2001–2004 [5] 20052006–20072008–2009 [6] 2010–2012 [6]
Engine
Type998 cc, liquid-cooled, 20-valve, DOHC, in-line four-cylinder
Bore x stroke74 x 58 mm77 x 53.6 mm
Carburetion(4) 37 mm Mikuni (model BSR37 x 4) CV w/ throttle position sensor (TPS)32-bit Mikuni R1-based Electronic Fuel Injection, 45mm throttle bodies w/ throttle position sensor (TPS)
Compression ratio11.4:111.5:1
Final driveO-ring chain
IgnitionDigital TCIDigital TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition with 32-bit ECU
TransmissionConstant-Mesh 6-speed w/multi-plate clutch
Performance
Power93.1 kW (124.9 hp)
(rear wheel) [7]
110 kW (150 hp) (claimed) [2]
94.4 kW (126.6 hp)
(rear wheel) [7]
94.13 kW (126.23 hp)
(rear wheel) [7]
95.7 kW (128.3 hp)
(rear wheel) [8]
Torque100.2 N⋅m (73.9 lb⋅ft)
(rear wheel) [7]
89.1 N⋅m (65.7 lb⋅ft)
(rear wheel) [7]
88.36 N⋅m (65.17 lb⋅ft)
(rear wheel) [7]
90.4 N⋅m (66.7 lb⋅ft)
(rear wheel) [8]
Top speed154 mph (248 km/h) [7] 154 mph (248 km/h) [7] 153.6 mph (247.2 km/h) [7] 160 mph (260 km/h) [1]
Chassis
Brakes frontDual 298mm floating discs w/4-piston calipersDual 320 mm floating discs; forged monoblock 4-piston Sumitomo calipers
Brakes rearSingle 267mm disc w/2-piston caliper245mm disc w/ single-piston pin-slide Nissin caliper
Suspension front43mm telescopic fork w/adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping; 5.6 in (142 mm) travelMotoGP style 43 mm Kayaba telescopic USD fork w/adjustable preload, compression damping (left leg), rebound damping (right leg); 5.1 in (130 mm) travel
Suspension rearSingle shock w/ piggyback reservoir and adjustable preload, adjustable compression, and adjustable rebound damping; Coil Spring / Gas-oil Damper; 5.31 in (135 mm) travelSingle link-actuated Kayaba monoshock w/adjustable spring preload, rebound damping; 5.1 in (130 mm) travel
Tires front120/70-ZR17 (58W)
Tires rear180/55-ZR17 (73W)190/50-ZR17
Dimensions
Length83.7 in (2,126 mm)84.3 in (2,141 mm)
Width30.1 in (765 mm)30.3 in (770 mm)
Height46.9 in (1,191 mm)47.4 in (1,204 mm)
Seat height32.3 in (820 mm)32.1 in (815 mm)
Wheelbase57.1 in (1,450 mm)57.5 in (1,460 mm)
Rake/caster angle26.0 °25.0 °
Trail4.09 in (104 mm)4.3 in (109 mm)
Fuel capacity21 L (4.6 imp gal; 5.5 US gal); 4 L (0.88 imp gal; 1.1 US gal) reserve18 L (4.0 imp gal; 4.8 US gal); 3.4 L (0.75 imp gal; 0.90 US gal) reserve
Recommended fuel91+ research octane [RON] (86+ US pump octane [(R+M)/2])
Oil capacity3.7 L (3.9 US qt) Total; 3.0 L (3.2 US qt) w/ filter;

2.8 L (3.0 US qt) w/o filter

3.8 L (4.0 US qt) Total; 3.1 L (3.3 US qt) w/ filter; 2.9 L (3.1 US qt) w/o filter
Coolant capacity2.4 L (2.5 US qt) radiator; 0.3 L (0.32 US qt) reservoir2.25 L (2.38 US qt) radiator; 0.25 L (0.26 US qt) reservoir
Dry weight458 lb (208 kg)459 lb (208 kg)438 lb (199 kg)439 lb (199 kg)440 lb (200 kg)
Wet weight509 lb (231 kg)510 lb (230 kg)485 lb (220 kg)486 lb (220 kg)487 lb (221 kg)
Charging output365 watts at 5,000 rpm560 watts at 5,600 rpm

Reviews

The 2001 model received a good review from Motorcyclist Magazine [9]

The 2001 model received a good review from Motorcycle-USA.com [10]

The updated 2006 model received a good review from Motorcycle-USA.com [11]

The 2006 model received a good review from Cycle World [12]

FZ1 came second in a Rider Magazine Naked bike comparison [13]

The 2009 model received an excellent review from Two Wheel Freaks [14]

The 2008 model received an interesting review from Motorcycle Thailand [15]

Building the Perfect Motorcycle [16]

References

  1. 1 2 3 "Buyer Guide: Yamaha Fazer 1000". Visordown. October 15, 2010. Retrieved February 23, 2017.
  2. 1 2 Brown, Roland (February 24, 2009). "First Ride: 2006 Yamaha FZ1". Motorcyclist . Retrieved April 29, 2017.
  3. Downes, Andy (2016-03-01). "No Yamaha MT-10 Tracer planned". Motor Cycle News . Retrieved 2016-06-07.
  4. Duke, Kevin (2016-06-08). "2017 Yamaha FZ-10 Revealed. Well, okay, so it's really just an MT-10, but at least it's finally here!". Motor Cycle News . Retrieved 2016-06-10.
  5. All Owner's Manuals from Yamaha Motors
  6. 1 2 2009 FZ1 specifications from Yamaha Motors
  7. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 "Performance Index Winter '12/'13 Edition" (PDF), Motorcycle Consumer News , Bowtie Magazines, January 2013, retrieved January 11, 2017
  8. 1 2 "Sportbike Weights and Measurements". Sport Rider. August 23, 2011. Retrieved January 11, 2017.
  9. from Motorcyclist Magazine
  10. 2001 FZ1 review from Motorcycle-USA.com
  11. 2006 FZ1 review from Motorcycle-USA.com
  12. 2006 FZ1 review from Cycle World
  13. Rider Magazine
  14. Two Wheel Freaks
  15. The Yamaha FZ1 Fazer, Good Liter Bike Motorcycle Thailand
  16. Building the Perfect Motorcycle Bike magazines Road Test