2009 Yamaha FZ1 Review

SPECIFICATIONS

 

Engine and Transmission

 

Displacement: 998cc
Type: liquid-cooled inline 4-cylinder; DOHC, 20 valves
Bore x Stroke: 77 x 53.6mm
Compression Ratio: 11.5:1
Fuel Delivery: Fuel injection
Ignition: TCI - Transistor Controlled Ignition
Transmission: 6-speed w/multi-plate clutch
Final Drive: O-ring chain

 

Chassis and Dimensions

 

Suspension/Front: 43mm fork; fully adjustable, 5.1-in travel
Suspension/Rear: Single shock; adjustable preload and rebound damping, 5.1-in travel
Brakes/Front: Dual 320mm floating discs w/4-piston calipers
Brakes/Rear: 245mm disc w/single-piston caliper
Tires/Front: 120/70-ZR17
Tires/Rear: 190/50-ZR17
Length: 84.3 in
Width: 30.3 in
Height: 47.4 in
Seat Height: 32.1 in
Wheelbase: 57.5 in
Rake (Caster Angle): 25.0°
Trail: 4.3 in
Fuel Capacity: 4.75 gal
Fuel Economy: 35 mpg
Wet Weight: 485 lb

Features

 

Key Features

 

Our ultimate street brawler brings 998cc of fuel-injected previous generation R1 power to the fray, in a light-and-strong aluminum frame.

Sculpted fuel tank and one-piece handlebar move the rider forward for aggressive naked-bike excitement.

Adjustable suspension lets the FZ1 be dialed in for a wide range of uses, everything from urban assault to sport touring.

 

Engine

 

998cc DOHC 20-valve previous generation R1 engine is tuned for tremendous mid-range punch and massive top-end power.

R1-style fuel injection with computer-controlled sub-throttle valves provides precise fuel/air mixture for superb power delivery across the entire rev range.

Closed-deck cylinder block provides great strength while allowing a narrow engine in spite of big, 77mm bores.

Narrow-angle five-valve combustion chambers produce a highly efficient 11.5:1 compression ratio.

Carburized connecting rods with fractured big ends produce a quick-revving engine with excellent high-rpm durability.

High silicon-content ceramic-composite cylinder sleeves ensure great heat dissipation for consistent power delivery and reduced friction.

Four-into-one chamberless short-style exhaust contains stainless steel EXUP and three-way catalyst with Oxygen sensor for outstanding power delivery throughout the rev range and low emissions.

Curved high-capacity radiator with twin ring-style fans keeps everything cool under all conditions.

 

Chassis/Suspension

 

Aggressive chassis geometry for quick handling; the engine is shoved forward for excellent handling.

Aggressive ergos: 4.75-gallon tank moves the rider forward into a position of total control—supersport-like 51 percent front-wheel weight bias means confident, quick handling.

Light-and-rigid aluminum frame uses a special mold casting technique that allowed engineers to minutely vary metal thicknesses for optimal rigidity throughout.

Stressed-engine design holds the engine in place with six mounts, for excellent vertical stiffness and handling.

Rigid Controlled-Fill aluminum swingarm reduces drive chain–induced suspension movement for excellent handling, tire grip and looks.

43mm fully adjustable inverted fork contains compression damping circuitry in the left leg and rebound in the right—proven effective on the YZR-M1 MotoGP bike—as well as stiff springs for excellent handling.

Two 320mm front discs squeezed by monoblock four-piston calipers and a single 245mm rear disc serve up strong stopping power.

Removable subframe for easy maintenance and detachable passenger footpeg mounts for even more stripped-down style.

Light, R1-spec five-spoke wheels and fat radial tires, including a 190/50-ZR17 rear, complete the look and serve up the traction.

 

Additional Features

 

Fairing features a half-cowl design with R1-style headlight layout that creates a super-aggressive naked bike profile.

High-tech instrument display features analog tachometer, digital speedometer, dual trip meter with miles on reserve function, odometer, water temperature and lights for neutral, high beam, low fuel and turn signals—also a fade-in lighting feature with adjustable brightness.

Two-piece seat serves up great comfort along with total control.

Passenger grabrails for riding comfort.

Durable O-ring-sealed drive chain provides longer chain life.

Dual 12V 60/55-watt multi-reflector headlight features a sleek, R1-type profile for superb aerodynamics and visibility.

Standard toolkit located in convenient storage compartment under passenger seat.

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