Yamaha FZ1
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The Yamaha FZ1 is a street motorcycle
manufactured by Yamaha
in Japan. Yamaha also produces a smaller 600 cc version of this motorcycle called the FZ6
and a 800 cc version called the FZ8.
The FZ1 was produced for the United States in 2001. Models produced in the period 2001 to 2005 were known as FZS1000 Fazer in Europe later a black engine was introduced and this was called the FZS1000S. They had a modified Yamaha YZF-R1
motor in a steel tubular frame. The FZ1 was carbureted and produced around 140 hp (118–120 hp at the wheel). They were virtually unchanged over this period, except for different colour options. In some European countries the 2005 model saw the introduction of an exhaust based catalytic converter, albeit of a rudimentary design.
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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manufactured by Yamaha
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in Japan. Yamaha also produces a smaller 600 cc version of this motorcycle called the FZ6
Yamaha FZ6
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and a 800 cc version called the FZ8.
Generation I (2001–2005)
Yamaha YZF-R1
The Yamaha YZF-R1 is an open class sport bike, or superbike, motorcycle manufactured by Yamaha Motor Company since 1998.-1998–1999:Yamaha launched the YZF-R1 after redesigning the Genesis engine to offset the crankshaft, gearbox input, and output shafts. This "compacting" of the engine made the...
motor in a steel tubular frame. The FZ1 was carbureted and produced around 140 hp (118–120 hp at the wheel). They were virtually unchanged over this period, except for different colour options. In some European countries the 2005 model saw the introduction of an exhaust based catalytic converter, albeit of a rudimentary design.
Generation II (since 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, which produces 150 hp (129–132 hp at the wheel) at 11,000 rpm, 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 taller to give a more relaxed feel at cruising speeds.2006 revision
- 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 flies.
2007 revision
- Yamaha also softened the rear shock spring rated at 650 lb/in
- Fuel Injection updated. From 2007 onwards Yamaha solved the throttle snatch issue by slowing the rate at which the secondary flies were being opened.
2008 revision
- The 2008 model is technically unchanged from 2007.
- Only change for 2008 other than colors was golden rims.
2009 revision
- The 2009 model (introduced on September 08, 2008) is technically unchanged from 2007 and 2008.
- Yamaha changed to dark gold rims
- Replaced the gold anodized USD forks with black anodized ones.
- Yamaha also reintroduced the Raven color scheme but with slight changes and called it Granite Gray.
2010 revision
- The 2010 model (introduced on September 08, 2009) comes with revised ECU mapping to achieve improved throttle response in the low to mid-rpm range.
- Yamaha reverted back to 2008 gold rims and the gold anodized USD forks.
- Finally FZ1 now comes with black powdercoated exhaust, rearsets and passenger peg assemblies to match the frame.
Reviews
The 2001 model received a good review from Motorcyclist MagazineThe 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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