Yamaha FZ-1 Fazer

Real-world performance that will make your everyday ride extraordinary.

The 2009 FZ1 a cutting edge sport bike with a twist. Unlike most other machines in this class, the FZ1 features state of the art engine and chassis designs. The twist is you don't have to sacrifice performance or handling to gain excellent rider and passenger comfort... the FZ1 offers it all!

 The 2009 R6 is showcase of Yamaha's latest sport bike technologies.

From the YCC-T fly by wire throttle to the MotoGP inspired straight frame design, to Yamaha's exclusive electronically variable intake stacks, the R6 is designed to take super sport riding to a whole new level.

Crunch the numbers, do the math and then take a seat aboard the world's best "naked" sport bike.

Surprisingly comfortable eh? You are looking at one of the best values in Yamaha's 2009 line-up. The FZ1 offers exceptional open class performance with cutting style. R1 inspired power, fuel injection, twin spar aluminum frame and fully adjustable suspension. The FZ1 is a serious sport bike that offers an exceptionally comfortable and exciting riding experience.

Stripped down and ready to rumble.

Think of the FZ1 as an upright R1 ready to take on the world. There's more fuel-injected power in that smooth 20-valve four-cylinder than most rider will ever use in a sure-footed chassis. It's a rider's best ally, from track days, to commuting, to touring.

All-out performance, all-round versatility

Superb man-machine interaction is at the core of the Fazer’s R1-inspired supersport performance. Accelerating out of turns you feel it, because the R1-based engine is tuned for massive midrange. In fact you’re enjoying yourself so much that the brief ride you had planned turns into something a bit longer. No worries, the upper fairing keeps you comfy all day and there’s plenty of room for luggage when you decide this ride’s going to last all weekend.

2009 Yamaha FZ1 Highlights:

- Fuel Consumption * 15kpl/42mpg(Imp)
- 3rd generation fuel injected R1 powerplant
- Serious sports focus with comfort ergonomics

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.

2009 Yamaha FZ1 Features:

Engine:

Ultra-lightweight 998cc, DOHC, 20-valve, liquid-cooled, 40 degree inclined, in-line four-cylinder engine. The engine has been tuned to provide outstanding performance and excellent passing performance.

The crankcases, pistons, cylinder and cylinder head are based on the 3rd generation R1 powerplant ('04 to '06).

Combustion chamber design and squish area has been optimized for maximum sports performance. The compression ratio for the FZ1 is 11.5:1. Redline is set at 12,000 rpm and features a "soft" rev limiter to protect the engine.

Special lightweight, high lift, high performance intake and exhaust cams help to provide incredible horsepower and fast engine response. Cam profiles and the cam timing are designed to provide for more low to midrange power (Vs R1) .

Automatic cam chain tensioner reduces both maintenance and engine mechanical noise.

Lightweight, 3rd generation R1 based crankshaft provides quick engine response.

Connecting rods are carburized and use a nutless design. The lower end "cap" of the rod is made from the same piece of material as the upper portion, this design is known as "fracture splitting". This design aids establishing true big end roundness and greater precision in con rod dimensions.

Closed deck cylinder design allows the cylinders to be spaced more closely together, allowing a narrower engine. The cylinder block is a stand-alone part. The benefit if this design is improved sealing, and easier serviceability.

Ceramic composite cylinder "bores" are a "liner less" design with the ceramic coating sprayed directly on the aluminum block to ensure great heat dissipation for consistent power delivery, reduced friction and reduced weight.

Short skirt, lightweight forged piston design features special ribs in the piston pin area for great rigidity.

3rd generation R1 inspired "stacked" 3-axis gearbox / clutch design stacks input/output shafts to create a low center of gravity and keeps overall engine size shorter front to back. As a result, the stacked design gives the engineers the freedom to place the engine in the frame for optimum front to rear weight balance and thereby maximizing handling

Smooth shifting 6-speed transmission features optimized gear ratios for maximum performance in the "real world". 5th and 6th ratios are wider for reduced engine rpms at highway speeds for more relaxed cruising.

Compact, heavy duty, multi-plate clutch ensures consistent, positive engagement.

This design uses coil springs (5) and paper based fiber plates (9) to reduce weight.

Mikuni fuel injection system is based on the 2006 R1 design, featuring 45mm throttle bodies fitted with T.P.S. (Throttle Position Sensor). This style of fuel injection uses dual valve throttle bodies with motor driven sub or secondary throttle valves for optimum throttle response.

The actual injectors are Denso "long nose" type injectors with a high dynamic range and 4-spray holes for excellent power and response across the entire rev range.

Specially designed 8.2-liter air box with intake air temperature sensor maximizes performance. A viscous type air filter is utilized.

The fuel injection's lightweight Electronic Control Unit (ECU) utilizes a powerful 32-bit processor for faster control of the injection process. The compact design also reduces weight.

Yamaha's patented Exhaust Ultimate Power Valve (EXUP) monitors engine rpm and adjusts exhaust flow for maximum performance at all rpms with no flat spots. This system also optimizes fuel economy and reduces emissions.

4 into 2 into 1 exhaust system features chamber-less, stainless steel exhaust pipes and a short design silencer / muffler. The header pipe length has been optimized for maximum power delivery. This system is fitted with two 3-way honeycomb catalyziers with an oxygen sensor to reduce harmful CO and HC exhaust emissions. This EXUP valve is a single axis design.

High-efficiency curved radiator features compact dual ring-type fans for maximum cooling efficiency. This rad and fan design produces more airflow than conventional flat design rads to maintain optimum engine temperatures for consistent power output. The curved design also allows a shorter wheelbase.

Large liquid-cooled oil cooler maintains stable lubricant temperatures for extended engine life. Convenient cartridge style spin-off oil filter.

Convenient clutch cover sightglass ensures easy oil level inspection.

Maintenance-free transistor-controlled digital ignition ensures great performance at all rpms.

Air Induction System (AIS … not ram air) reduces harmful HC and CO emissions for a cleaner environment.

Chassis/Suspension:

Die cast lightweight aluminum twin spar frame provides an optimized rigidity balance for incredible sports handling. The engine is a stressed member of the chassis, allowing a lighter main frame design without sacrificing stability and light, agile handling qualities.

The riding position which is one of the most important features of the FZ1 offers a balance between a sporty riding position and great rider comfort.

Key chassis geometry figures include: 51% front and 49 % rear weight balance, 25 degrees of rake and 109 mm of trail. The 47 degree lean angle highlights the FZ1 sporty side.

Lightweight, detachable rear sub frame allows easy access to rear suspension components and reduces costs in the event of a "loop-out".

C.F. (Controlled Filling) die cast truss-type rear swingarm offers great rear wheel control and traction for razor-sharp cornering and superb stability at speed. The long 629mm arm helps to minimize the effect of the chain tension on the bike's handling.

43mm Kayaba inverted cartridge style fork is fully adjustable and offers 130mm (5.1") of wheel travel. This fork features independent damping adjustments for compression and rebound via a one way port that separates the two functions. Adjustments include: spring preload, 26-way compression damping and 26-way rebound damping. The adjustable design allows the rider to tailor suspension settings to match rider weight and road /track conditions to maximize handling and suspension performance.

Lightweight aluminum upper triple clamp features a 25mm offset for sportier handling.

Link-type Monocross rear suspension features an adjustable Kayaba shock that allows the rider to tailor suspension settings to match load and road conditions. Adjustments include 7 - way spring preload, and 12-way rebound damping. Rear wheel travel is 130mm or 5.1"

320mm dual front discs are squeezed by ultra rigid R6 inspired monoblock, 4-piston calipers which provide outstanding stopping power and lever feedback. The master cylinder utilizes 16mm piston for outstanding stopping power with less lever effort.

245mm rear disc is squeezed by a lightweight single piston slide-type Nissin caliper with sintered metal brake pads.

Lightweight cast-aluminum 5-spoke wheels reduce unsprung weight for great handling characteristics. The front wheel is an MT3.50-17 and is fitted with competition-spec 120/70-ZR17 tire, while the rear wheel is a MT6.00-17 fitted with a wider 190/50-ZR17 rear radial.

Eye catching, half fairing offers surprisingly good wind and weather protection. It features R1 inspired dual "cat eye" halogen headlights.

Conventional handlebar design features a more upright positioning for maximum everyday comfort.

18-liter fuel tank offers a slim design with great knee grip. The reserve portion of the tank is 3.4 litres.

Separate rider and passenger seats offers exceptional solo or two-up comfort.

One-piece instrumentation features analog tachometer, digital speedometer, dual tripmeters, fuel gauge, clock and new outside air temperature display. The back lighting on the instrument can be adjusted to suit the rider's preference.

Details:

Low fuel warning light

Integrated passenger grab rails

Adjustable, 5-position front brake lever

Durable "O"-ring-sealed drive chain

Lightweight, sealed low-maintenance battery

Excessive lean angle engine cut-out switch.

Lockable steering

The FZ1 offers a significant level of power and performance. It is not intended for novice or inexperienced riders.

Review

All hype about “new-style” V-Twin standards aside, there’s nothing much wrong with a good old-fashioned across-the-frame Four wrapped in a rational riding position, especially one like the new Yamaha FZ1 that’s been taken to the nth degree.

Yamaha’s super-standard can trace its roots to the mid-Eighties FZ750, the Daytona 200-winning sportbike that projected the Tuning Fork Company into a position of leadership in both technological advances and all-out performance. From the FZ750, the FZ1 inherited its 20-valve cylinder head, through which the latest version of Yamaha’s big-bore inline-Four breathes. Nothing says Yamaha better than this unique distribution/induction system. Through the years, the five-valve-per-pot design has changed; now, it powers an all-new FZ1 that, in Europe, will be offered in two versions: faired and naked.

Both bikes share the same chassis and engine; only the cosmetics differ. Compared to last year’s bike, frame geometry, structure and weight bias are completely changed. The previous tubular-steel frame is gone, replaced by a cast-aluminum, twin-spar design that, in typical YZF-R1 fashion, employs the engine as a stressed member. It is also lighter and much stiffer. Vertical and lateral rigidity were increased by 470 and 410 percent, respectively, while torsional rigidity is up by 140 percent.

That aluminum-spar construction, and its tighter integration with the engine at the upper mount, also contributed to making the frame 3.5 inches narrower than its previous tubular counterpart for a more comfortable and tighter riding posture. But what counts most is that, within a basically unchanged wheelbase spanning 57.5 inches, weight distribution was tipped toward the front of the bike.

This was achieved in part by fitting a cast-aluminum swingarm that is 1.8 inches longer than the old one. Steering geometry was revised, too, with rake reduced from 26.0 to 25.0 degrees. Offset triple-clamps were also adopted, yielding a substantial trail of 4.3 inches. Finally, the engine was moved 0.8-inch farther forward. To provide clearance for the front wheel when the fork is fully compressed during braking, a racing-style curved radiator with twin fans replaces the previous flat cooler. Yamaha claims that, with a rider aboard, distribution is 51 percent front, 49 percent rear.

Front suspension consists of a 43mm inverted fork featuring separate damping functions: compression on the left and rebound on the right. This is not a new idea, having been pioneered by Marzocchi in the 1980s with the “45 Magnum.” The results were controversial back then, since a substantial axle is necessary to eliminate misalignment of the front wheel brought on by the two legs not working in perfect unison. Yamaha has solved the dilemma by using a large, 25mm axle. Rear suspension is based on a link-actuated monoshock combined with the aforementioned swingarm. Here, the axle is 32mm.

Another significant improvement comes in the braking department. Twin 320mm front brake rotors clamped by four-piston calipers replace the previous 295mm discs. The FZ1 rolls on radial tires, a 120/70-17 front and 190/50-17 rear. Claimed dry weight for the U.S.-spec half-faired model is 439 pounds. The naked version, which will not be sold here, scales in 11 pounds lighter.

Source Cycle World