Yamaha FZ1
 2006 FZ1 | |
| Manufacturer | Yamaha |
|---|---|
| Also called | FZ1 Fazer, FZS1000S |
| Production | since 2001 |
| Predecessor | Yamaha Fazer 600 |
| Class | Naked bike |
| Engine | 998 cc (60.9 cu in), liquid-cooled, DOHC, inline 4-cylinder, 20 valves |
| Transmission | 6-speed w/multi-plate clutch |
| Wheelbase | 57.5 in (1,460 mm) |
| Dimensions |
L: 84.3 in (2,141 mm) W: 30.3 in (770 mm) H: 47.4 in (1,204 mm) |
| Seat height | 32.1 in (815 mm) |
| Weight |
439 lb (199 kg) (2006–present) 458 lb (208 kg) (2001–2005) (dry) 485 lb (220 kg) (2006–present), 509 lb (231 kg) (2001–2005) (wet) |
| Fuel capacity |
4.75 US gallons (18.0 L) (2006–present) 5.6 US gallons (21 L) (2001–2005) |
| Related | Yamaha R1 |
The Yamaha FZ1 is a street motorcycle manufactured by Yamaha in Japan. The 600 cc FZ6 and 800 cc FZ8 are related.
Generation I (2001–2005)
Generation 1 models are known as FZ1 in the United States and FZS1000 Fazer in Europe. They have tubular steel frames and modified Yamaha 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.
Generation II (2006-)
2006 saw the introduction of a completely new model. The main changes included a new chassis, suspension, body work and a completely new engine, never seen before in the big Fazer. Cast aluminum die-cast 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 998 cc DOHC 20-valve engine from the 2004–2006 R1 tuned for better midrange torque, set in an all-new compact diamond-shaped aluminum frame. Most of this engine is identical to the sister YZF-R1's. The primary internal changes are a 40 percent heavier crankshaft and revised balance shaft. 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
- Stiff rear spring with a 700 lb/in
- 2006 version when first introduced had distinct throttle snatch at 5000–6000 rpm, where rolling off the throttle and rolling back on caused a distinct surge in acceleration due to faster opening of the sub-throttle plates or secondary butterflies.
2007
- Softened rear shock spring.
- Fuel Injection updated. Throttle snatch resolved by slowing secondary butterfly opening.
2010
Revised ECU mapping to achieve improved throttle response in the low to mid rpm range.
2011
- The ECU mapping revised for improved throttle response at low rpm.
Specifications
| 2001-2004[1] | 2005 | 2006-2007 | 2008-2009[2] | 2010-2012[2] | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | |||||
| Type | 998 cc, liquid-cooled, 20-valve, DOHC, in-line four-cylinder | ||||
| Bore x Stroke | 74 x 58 mm | 77 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 Ratio | 11.4:1 | 11.5:1 | |||
| Final Drive | O-ring chain | ||||
| Ignition | Digital TCI | Digital TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition with 32-bit ECU | |||
| Transmission | Constant-Mesh 6-speed w/multi-plate clutch | ||||
| Performance | |||||
| Chassis | |||||
| Brakes/Front | Dual 298mm floating discs w/4-piston calipers | Dual 320 mm floating discs; forged monoblock 4-piston Sumitomo calipers | |||
| Brakes/Rear | Single 267mm disc w/ single piston caliper | 245mm disc w/ single-piston pin-slide Nissin caliper | |||
| Suspension/Front | 43mm telescopic fork w/adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping; 5.6 in (142 mm) travel | MotoGP 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/Rear | Single shock w/ piggyback reservoir and adjustable preload, adjustable compression, and adjustable rebound damping; Coil Spring / Gas-oil Damper; 5.31 in (135 mm) travel | Single link-actuated Kayaba monoshock w/adjustable spring preload, rebound damping; 5.1 in (130 mm) travel | |||
| Tires/Front | 120/70-ZR17 (58W) | ||||
| Tires/Rear | 180/55-ZR17 (73W) | 190/50-ZR17 | |||
| Dimensions | |||||
| Length | 83.7 in (2,126 mm) | 84.3 in (2,141 mm) | |||
| Width | 30.1 in (765 mm) | 30.3 in (770 mm) | |||
| Height | 46.9 in (1,191 mm) | 47.4 in (1,204 mm) | |||
| Seat Height | 32.3 in (820 mm) | 32.1 in (815 mm) | |||
| Wheelbase | 57.1 in (1,450 mm) | 57.5 in (1,460 mm) | |||
| Rake/Caster Angle | 26.0 ° | 25.0 ° | |||
| Trail | 4.09 in (104 mm) | 4.3 in (109 mm) | |||
| Fuel Capacity | 21 L (4.6 imp gal; 5.5 US gal); 4 L (0.88 imp gal; 1.1 US gal) reserve | 18 L (4.0 imp gal; 4.8 US gal); 3.4 L (0.75 imp gal; 0.90 US gal) reserve | |||
| Recommended Fuel | 91+ research octane [RON] (86+ US pump octane [(R+M)/2]) | ||||
| Oil Capacity | 3.7 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 Capacity | 2.4 L (2.5 US qt) radiator; 0.3 L (0.32 US qt) reservoir | 2.25 L (2.38 US qt) radiator; 0.25 L (0.26 US qt) reservoir | |||
| Dry Weight | 458 lb (208 kg) | 459 lb (208 kg) | 438 lb (199 kg) | 439 lb (199 kg) | 440 lb (200 kg) |
| Wet Weight | 509 lb (231 kg) | 510 lb (230 kg) | 485 lb (220 kg) | 486 lb (220 kg) | 487 lb (221 kg) |
| Charging Output | 365 watts at 5,000 rpm | 560 watts at 5,600 rpm | |||
Reviews
The 2001 model received a good review from Motorcyclist Magazine[3]
The 2001 model received a good review from Motorcycle-USA.com[4]
The updated 2006 model received a good review from Motorcycle-USA.com[5]
The 2006 model received a good review from Cycle World[6]
FZ1 came second in a Rider Magazine Naked bike comparo[7]
The 2009 model received an excellent review from Two Wheel Freaks[8]
The 2008 model received an interesting review from Motorcycle Thailand[9]
Building the Perfect Motorcycle [10]
References
- ↑ All Owner's Manuals from Yamaha Motors
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2009 FZ1 specifications from Yamaha Motors
- ↑ from Motorcyclist Magazine
- ↑ 2001 FZ1 review from Motorcycle-USA.com
- ↑ 2006 FZ1 review from Motorcycle-USA.com
- ↑ 2006 FZ1 review from Cycle World
- ↑ 2008 FZ1 comparo Rider Magazine
- ↑ Two Wheel Freaks
- ↑ The Yamaha FZ1 Fazer, Good Liter Bike Motorcycle Thailand
- ↑ Building the Perfect Motorcycle Bike magazines Road Test
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