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FZ8

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Power
105 HP
Torque
82 Nm
Engine
779 ccm

2014 Yamaha FZ8 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 2014 Yamaha FZ8 sport motorcycle, Yamaha features a 779 cc (47.5 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 104.7 HP (76.4 kW) at 10,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 82 Nm (60.5 lb-ft) at 8,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 134.4 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (8,000 rpm) and peak power (10,000 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the FZ8 measures 211.8 kg (467 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.49 HP/kg (2.02 kg per horsepower). 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 17.03-liter (4.5 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 6.03 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 282 km (175 miles) between fill-ups.

Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 6 indexed model years from 2010 to 2015, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
134.4 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.49 HP/kg (2.02 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
8,000–10,000 rpm
Theoretical Range
~282 km (175 mi)
Engine
Displacement 779.0 ccm (47.53 cubic inches)
Engine Type In-line four, four-stroke
Engine Details Ceramic-composite-coated cylinders and forged aluminum pistons
Power 104.7 HP (76.4 kW)) @ 10000 RPM
Torque 82.0 Nm (8.4 kgf-m or 60.5 ft.lbs) @ 8000 RPM
Compression 12.0:1
Bore x Stroke 68.0 x 53.6 mm (2.7 x 2.1 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 4
Fuel System Injection
Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignition TCI
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Driveline O-ring chain
Performance
Fuel Consumption 6.03 litres/100 km (16.6 km/l or 39.01 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases 139.9 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Frame Type Cast aluminum frame and Controlled-Fill aluminum die-cast swingarm
Rake 25.0°
Trail 109 mm (4.3 inches)
Front Suspension Telescopic fork, adjustable compression and rebound.
Front Travel 130 mm (5.1 inches)
Rear Suspension Single shock, adjustable preload and rebound damping.
Rear Travel 130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase 1461 mm (57.5 inches)
Ground Clearance 140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre 180/55-ZR17
Front Brakes Double disc. Hydraulic disc. Optional ABS.
Front Brake Ø 310 mm (12.2 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc. Optional ABS.
Rear Brake Ø 267 mm (10.5 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl. 211.8 kg (467.0 pounds)
Seat Height 815 mm (32.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height 1064 mm (41.9 inches)
Overall Length 2141 mm (84.3 inches)
Overall Width 770 mm (30.3 inches)
Fuel Capacity 17.03 litres (4.50 US gallons)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options Blue, Black, White
Warranty 1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty)
Notes

ABS adds 5 kg.

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