2017 Yamaha FZ FI Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
At the heart of the 2017 Yamaha FZ FI naked motorcycle, Yamaha pairs a 149 cc (9.1 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 13.2 HP (9.6 kW) at 8,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 12.8 Nm (9.4 lb-ft), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 88.6 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the FZ FI measures 132 kg (291 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.1 HP/kg (10 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 790 mm (31.1 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,330 mm (52.4 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 12-liter (3.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2017 to 2020, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
88.6 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.1 HP/kg (10 kg/HP)
Standover Height
790 mm (31.1 in)
Engine
Displacement149.0 ccm (9.09 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power13.2 HP (9.6 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
Torque12.8 Nm (1.3 kgf-m or 9.4 ft.lbs)
Compression9.5:1
Bore x Stroke57.3 x 57.9 mm (2.3 x 2.3 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
LubricationForce-feed lubrication, wet sump
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet, multiple-disc
Chassis
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
Rear SuspensionSwingarm
Wheelbase1330 mm (52.4 inches)
Ground Clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre80/100-17
Rear Tyre140/60-17
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.132.0 kg (291.0 pounds)
Seat Height790 mm (31.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Power
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.