Positioned in Yamaha's naked motorcycle lineup, the 2008 Yamaha FZ1 relies on a 998 cc (60.9 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke powerplant. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 77.0 x 53.6 mm (3.0 x 2.1 inches) with a 11.5:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the FZ1 measures 199.1 kg (439 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 815 mm (32.1 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,461 mm (57.5 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 17.97-liter (4.7 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 13 indexed model years from 2005 to 2017, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
815 mm (32.1 in)
Engine
Displacement998.0 ccm (60.90 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line four, four-stroke
Compression11.5:1
Bore x Stroke77.0 x 53.6 mm (3.0 x 2.1 inches)
Valves/Cylinder5
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionDigital TCI
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Rake25.0°
Trail109 mm (4.3 inches)
Front Suspension43mm fork
Front Travel130 mm (5.1 inches)
Rear SuspensionSingle shock
Rear Travel130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase1461 mm (57.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre190/50-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc
Front Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø245 mm (9.6 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight199.1 kg (439.0 pounds)
Seat Height815 mm (32.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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