Yamaha FZ1

Yamaha FZ1

File:YAMAHA FZ1 2005TMS.jpg 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)

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Yamaha FZS 1000S Fazer (2002)

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 (2006-2015)

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 aluminium 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	2005	2006-2007	2008-2009	2010-2012
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

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

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

The 2006 model received a good review from Cycle World

FZ1 came second in a Rider Magazine Naked bike comparo

The 2009 model received an excellent review from Two Wheel Freaks

The 2008 model received an interesting review from Motorcycle Thailand

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External links

• Yamaha USA FZ1 Product Page
• Yamaha FZ1 Road Test Review