Yamaha FZ8 and FAZER8

The Yamaha FZ8 and FAZER8, also known as the FZ8N and FZ8S, are motorcycles produced since 2010 by Yamaha Motor Corporation for sale in the United States, Europe, Canada,[3] Australia and New Zealand. The FZ8 is a naked bike, while the virtually identical FAZER8 features a half fairing and ABS.[4] The FZ8 and FAZER8 replace the smaller capacity FZ6 and FZ6 FAZER, although as of July 2010 these continue to be sold in other markets.

Yamaha FZ8 & FAZER8

Manufacturer	Yamaha Motor Corporation
Also called	FZ8-N & FZ8-S
Production	2010–2015
Predecessor	FZ6 and FZ6 FAZER
Successor	Yamaha MT-09
Class	Naked bike
Engine	779 cc inline-4
Bore / stroke	68.0 mm × 53.6 mm (2.68 in × 2.11 in)
Compression ratio	12.0:1
Top speed	85.4–161.6 mph (137.4–260 km/h)[1][2]
Power	66.72–68.31 kW (89.47–91.6 hp) @ 9,900 rpm[1][2]
Torque	69.40–71.04 N⋅m (51.19–52.4 lb⋅ft) @ 8,100 rpm[1][2]
Transmission	6-speed, chain drive
Frame type	Aluminium
Suspension	Front: 43 mm telescopic forks (adjustable after 2013) Rear:
Brakes	Front: Dual discs Rear: Single disc ABS standard on FAZER8
Tyres	Front: 120/70ZR17 Rear: 180/55 ZR17 Bridgestone BT21s
Rake, trail	25°, 109 mm (4.3 in)
Wheelbase	1,460 mm (57 in)
Dimensions	L: 2,140 mm (84 in) W: 770 mm (30 in) H: 1,225 mm (48.2 in)
Seat height	815 mm (32.1 in)
Weight	212–215 kg (468–473 lb)[1][2] (wet)
Fuel capacity	17 L (3.7 imp gal; 4.5 US gal)
Oil capacity	3.10 L (3.28 US qt)
Fuel consumption	5.60–5.33 L/100 km; 50.4–53.0 mpg‑imp (42–44.1 mpg‑US)[1][2]

Both motorcycles have a 779 cc inline-four engine, derived from the 998 cc FZ1 engine,[4] but with a bore reduced from 77 to 68 mm (3.0 to 2.7 in), and the same stroke of 53.6 mm (2.11 in). Other differences from the FZ1 engine include a lighter crankshaft, smaller valves and revised camshaft profiles.[4] The aluminium frame and swingarm are also taken from the FZ1.[5]

The FZ8 has been discontinued in the United States after 2013.

Some UK reviewers have criticised the bikes for being expensive compared with rivals such as the Triumph Street Triple and Kawasaki Z750.[4][5][6] Motorcycle Consumer News tested the 2011 FZ8's wet weight at 212 kg (468 lb), with an engine output of 66.72 kW (89.47 hp) and 69.40 N⋅m (51.19 lb⋅ft) torque at the rear wheel. They found an average fuel economy of 5.33 L/100 km; 53.0 mpg_‑imp (44.1 mpg_‑US) and a top speed of 221.1 km/h (137.4 mph). The bike showed an acceleration of 0 to 97 km/h (0 to 60 mph) in 3.51 seconds and 0.00 to 0.40 km (0 to ¹⁄₄ mi) in 11.55 seconds at 186.22 km/h (115.71 mph). Motorcycle Consumer News tested the braking at 97 to 0 km/h (60 to 0 mph) in 34.7 m (113.9 ft).[1]

Cycle World reported a wet weight of 215 kg (473 lb) and an average fuel economy of 5.6 L/100 km; 50 mpg_‑imp (42 mpg_‑US), and 97 to 0 km/h (60 to 0 mph) braking in 42 m (137 ft). They saw acceleration of 0 to 97 km/h (0 to 60 mph) in 3.3 seconds and 0.00 to 0.40 km (0 to ¹⁄₄ mi) in 11.31 seconds at 192.64 km/h (119.70 mph), and measured the FZ8's top speed at 230 km/h (140 mph)[2] They dynamometer tested the rear wheel horsepower at 68.3 kW (91.6 hp) @ 9,900 rpm and torque at 71.0 J (52.4 ft⋅lb) @ 8,100 rpm.[2]

In 2013 the front suspension became adjustable.

References

1. "Performance Index Winter '12/'13 Edition" (PDF), Motorcycle Consumer News, Bowtie Magazines, January 2013
2. Burns, John (May 2011), "Middleweight Mashup; April Shiver 750 vs. BMW F800R vs Ducati Monster 796 vs. Triumph Street Triple R vs. Yamaha FZ8", Cycle World, pp. 40–47
3. "Canada gets 2011 Yamaha FZ8 and Fazer 8". Motorcycle.com. Retrieved 14 July 2010.
4. Ash, Kevin (27 April 2010), "Yamaha FZ8 and Fazer8 review; The FZ8 and Fazer8 successfully fill a gap between the 600cc and 1,000cc machines in Yamaha's range.", The Daily Telegraph, retrieved 15 March 2012
5. Brown, Roland (25 April 2010). "Yamaha FZ7". The Times. Retrieved 16 July 2010.
6. "Yamaha FZ8 (2010–current)". Motorcycle News. Retrieved 16 July 2010.

External links

• FZ8 at Yamaha Motorsports