Yamaha FZ-8N 2011 vs. Yamaha R1 2009

Yamaha FZ-8N 2011

Yamaha R1 2009

Overview - Yamaha FZ-8N 2011 vs Yamaha R1 2009

Yamaha FZ-8N 2011

Yamaha R1 2009

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Technical Specifications Yamaha FZ-8N 2011 compared to Yamaha R1 2009

Yamaha FZ-8N 2011

Yamaha R1 2009

Yamaha FZ-8N 2011

Yamaha R1 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	68 mm	Bore	78 mm
Stroke	Stroke	53.6 mm	Stroke	52.2 mm
Engine power	Engine power	106 HP	Engine power	182 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	12,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	82 Nm	Torque	115.5 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	8,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	10,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12	Compression Ratio	12.7
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	4
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	779 ccm	Displacement	998 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork

Chassis

Frame type	Frame type	Deltabox	Frame type	Deltabox

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,140 mm	Length	2,070 mm
Width	Width	770 mm	Width	715 mm
Height	Height	1,065 mm	Height	1,130 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,460 mm	Wheelbase	1,415 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	815 mm	Seat Height	835 mm
Dry Weight	Dry Weight	197 kg	Dry Weight	206 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	18 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha FZ-8N 2011

But as in life, you can't demonise the "approximate 3/4 litre" concept of the FZ-8 by quickly leafing through the data sheets. That would be a shame, because the 8 has given us a lot of pleasure in the 3,200 kilometres we have covered so far. Contrary to the facts, the 800 is probably the best choice for the average ambitious rider.

Stable and stable

chassis relatively universal

large variety of accessories

acceptable performance

Footrest detent insert sets too early and brings unsteadiness into the chassis - as well as scraping on the ground

ugly exhaust

a bit cumbersome

Yamaha R1 2009

Of course, the new R1 engine also passed all the tough Yamaha stress tests and comes with the same guarantees as other Yamaha motorbikes. Because until now, it was precisely the issues of durability and reliability that prevented series production of such an engine.

Sophisticated sound

good feeling for power delivery

easy handling

hydraulic spring preload

high level of workmanship.

Suboptimal seating position

somewhat difficult cornering over long distances.