The Yamaha FZ8 is that the sharp dressed cousin of the 2012 FZ8. that includes all constant nice engine and chassis options because the 2012 Yamaha FZ8, the Fazer eight sports a trendy 1/2 fairing that helps to stay the wind and weather at bay. Powered by a 779cc line-four engine that produces lots of low to mid vary torque, the 2012 Yamaha Fazer eight could be a mid category sport bike that excels in delivering fun every and each time you swing a leg over the seat.
Based on our successful FZ1 platform, the Fazer eight sports a 779cc, four cylinder engine that's tuned for many of low and mid vary torque, creating each ride an exciting expertise.
Just like its naked FZ8 cousin, the Fazer eight could be a good "all-rounder" which will slice through town traffic or apex a series of corners on your favorite twisty road. Attitude, power, handling and magnificence, the Fazer eight is an everyday sport bike you may be proud to possess.
Based on our successful FZ1 platform, the Fazer eight sports a 779cc, four cylinder engine that's tuned for many of low and mid vary torque, creating each ride an exciting expertise.
Just like its naked FZ8 cousin, the Fazer eight could be a good "all-rounder" which will slice through town traffic or apex a series of corners on your favorite twisty road. Attitude, power, handling and magnificence, the Fazer eight is an everyday sport bike you may be proud to possess.
Yamaha Fazer eight Highlights and Key Features:
Fuel Consumption ± 16kpl/45.5mpg(Imp)
Real world comfort & ergonomics
Stylish, wind beating ½ fairing
Yamaha Fazer eight options and advantages
ENGINE
779cc, DOHC, sixteen valve (4-valves/cyl), liquid-cooled, forty degree inclined, in-line four-cylinder engine. The engine has been tuned to supply many low to mid vary torque with sturdy nevertheless linear throttle response. Redline is about at eleven,500 rpm and options a "soft" rev limiter to safeguard the engine.
Pistons, cylinder, cylinder head, cams, valves and crankshaft are distinctive to the Fazer eight. Most alternative engine parts are shared with the FZ1.
Compact "Pent roof" combustion chamber style options 4-valves per cylinder and a 12:1 compression ratio for wonderful torque feeling. Four valves per cylinder enhances the low to midrange torque.
Intake valves are 26mm in diameter whereas the exhaust valves are 22mm. The valve angle is about at twenty six degrees to stay the combustion chamber compact
Crankshaft inertial mass has been optimized to attain sturdy torque over a broad rpm vary further as quick throttle response.
"Fracture split" connecting rods are carburized for additional strength and use a nut less style. The lower finish "cap" of the rod is created from identical piece of fabric because the higher portion; this style is thought as "fracture splitting". This style aids establishing true huge finish roundness and bigger precision in con rod dimensions for wonderful sturdiness despite the high horsepower masses.
Ceramic composite cylinder "bores" are a "liner less" style with the ceramic coating sprayed directly on the aluminum block. This coating enhances the skinny film of oil between the cylinder and piston that reduces friction and will increase power. alternative necessary advantages include; wonderful heat dissipation for consistent power delivery and reduced weight since there are not any serious liners.
Short skirt, light-weight cast pistons. light-weight style aids in quick engine response and reduced engine weight. throughout the forging method, the aluminum is heated to the purpose where it will be formed harassed in a very die however to not the purpose that it melts. By not melting the aluminum, the fabric stays stronger and hence will be lighter with wonderful sturdiness.
Lightweight, hollow intake and exhaust camshafts offer unimaginable horsepower and quick engine response. Cam profiles and also the cam timing are designed to reinforce low to midrange power and torque.Fuel Consumption ± 16kpl/45.5mpg(Imp)
Real world comfort & ergonomics
Stylish, wind beating ½ fairing
Yamaha Fazer eight options and advantages
ENGINE
779cc, DOHC, sixteen valve (4-valves/cyl), liquid-cooled, forty degree inclined, in-line four-cylinder engine. The engine has been tuned to supply many low to mid vary torque with sturdy nevertheless linear throttle response. Redline is about at eleven,500 rpm and options a "soft" rev limiter to safeguard the engine.
Pistons, cylinder, cylinder head, cams, valves and crankshaft are distinctive to the Fazer eight. Most alternative engine parts are shared with the FZ1.
Compact "Pent roof" combustion chamber style options 4-valves per cylinder and a 12:1 compression ratio for wonderful torque feeling. Four valves per cylinder enhances the low to midrange torque.
Intake valves are 26mm in diameter whereas the exhaust valves are 22mm. The valve angle is about at twenty six degrees to stay the combustion chamber compact
Crankshaft inertial mass has been optimized to attain sturdy torque over a broad rpm vary further as quick throttle response.
"Fracture split" connecting rods are carburized for additional strength and use a nut less style. The lower finish "cap" of the rod is created from identical piece of fabric because the higher portion; this style is thought as "fracture splitting". This style aids establishing true huge finish roundness and bigger precision in con rod dimensions for wonderful sturdiness despite the high horsepower masses.
Ceramic composite cylinder "bores" are a "liner less" style with the ceramic coating sprayed directly on the aluminum block. This coating enhances the skinny film of oil between the cylinder and piston that reduces friction and will increase power. alternative necessary advantages include; wonderful heat dissipation for consistent power delivery and reduced weight since there are not any serious liners.
Short skirt, light-weight cast pistons. light-weight style aids in quick engine response and reduced engine weight. throughout the forging method, the aluminum is heated to the purpose where it will be formed harassed in a very die however to not the purpose that it melts. By not melting the aluminum, the fabric stays stronger and hence will be lighter with wonderful sturdiness.
Inline four cylinder crankshaft relies on the FZ1 style.
Automatic hydraulic cam chain tensioner reduces each maintenance and mechanical engine noise.
Mikuni "sub throttle valve" fuel injection system relies on the FZ1 style, that includes 35mm throttle bodies fitted with T.P.S. (Throttle Position Sensor). This kind of fuel injection uses sub throttle valves additionally to the most valves to more management the intake airflow. The sub valves optimize the intake volumetric potency the least bit rpms and are powered by a stepping motor that's controlled by the european. The key profit is superb "ride ability" and throttle response.
The injectors are sequential high dynamic vary kind that includes four holes and a twin directional spray pattern for wonderful power and a linear throttle response across the complete rev vary.
The fuel injection's light-weight Electronic management Unit (ECU) utilizes a strong 32-bit methodor for quick management of the injection process. The compact style conjointly reduces weight.
Specially designed seven.8 litre airbox options completely different intake funnel lengths for the inner (150mm) and outer (125mm) cylinders. The profit may be a wide torque curve. A high flow paper kind air filter is employed.
R1 impressed "stacked" 3-axis gearbox / clutch style stacks input/output shafts to centralize mass and keeps overall engine size shorter front to back. As a result, the stacked style offers the engineers the liberty to put the engine within the frame for optimum front to rear weight balance and thereby maximizing handling performance.
Smooth shifting wide ratio 6-speed transmission options optimized gear ratios for max performance within the "real world". fifth and sixth ratios are "tall" for reduced engine rpms at highway speeds for wonderful rider comfort.
Compact, heavy duty, multi-plate clutch ensures consistent, positive engagement. The clutch has been designed to supply a light-weight lever pull for wonderful rider comfort … particularly throughout stop and go town use.
4 into a pair of into one exhaust system options 35mm diameter, chrome steel header pipes and a brief style silencer / muffler. The header pipe length has been optimized for max power and torque. this method is fitted with a 3-way honeycomb catalyzer with an oxygen sensor to cut back harmful CO and HC exhaust emissions. The oxygen sensor monitors the number of oxygen within the spent gases and adjusts the fuel -air mixture via the european and FI system for max performance with minimum emissions.
High-efficiency "curved" style radiator options compact twin ring-type fans for max cooling potency. This rad and fan style permits additional airflow than standard flat style rads to take care of optimum engine temperatures for consistent power output.
Large liquid-cooled oil cooler maintains stable lubricant temperatures for extended engine life.
Convenient cartridge vogue spin-on oil filter.
Convenient oil level sight glass suggests that straightforward oil level inspection.
Maintenance-free transistor-controlled digital ignition ensures nice performance the least bit rpms.
Air Induction System (AIS … not ram air) reduces harmful HC and CO emissions for a cleaner surroundings.
CHASSIS / SUSPENSION
Gravity forged, light-weight aluminum twin spar frame provides an optimized rigidity balance for unimaginable sports performance combined with nice stability. The engine may be a stressed member of the chassis, permitting a lighter main frame style while not sacrificing stability and light-weight, agile handling qualities. The frame is that the same spec and form because the FZ1.
The riding position is one in all the foremost vital options of the Fazer eight. primarily based on the FZ1 layout, it offers a balance between a sporty riding position and wonderful rider comfort because of its upright style.
Key chassis geometry figures include: 1460mm (57.5") wheelbase, fifty one front and forty nine behind weight balance, twenty five degrees of rake and 109 mm of path. The forty seven degree lean angle highlights the Fazer 8's sporty aspect.
Detachable steel rear sub frame permits quick access to rear suspension parts and reduces prices within the event of a "loop-out".
C.F. (Controlled Filling) die forged aluminum truss-type rear swingarm offers nice rear wheel management and traction for razor-sharp cornering and very good stability at speed. The 3-axis stacked engine style permits enough area for the engineers to use this long style (690mm) swingarm, that minimizes the result of the chain tension on the bike's handling.
43mm Kayaba inverted fork offers 130mm (5.1") of wheel travel. Fork offset is twenty five degrees. the advantages of the inverted style embody, reduced "unsprung" weight and reduced fork flex since the larger diameter tubes are gripped within the triple clamps. Unsprung weight is weight or mass of the suspension and also the parts like the wheels and alternative parts that move with the suspension. a discount in unsprung weight permits improved management of the suspension perform.
Lightweight aluminum higher and lower triple clamps.
Link-type Monocross rear suspension options a preload adjustable shock that enables the rider to tailor spring preload to match load and/or road conditions. changes embody nine - manner spring preload. Rear wheel travel is 130mm or five.1"
Dual 310mm floating front discs are squeezed by ultra rigid 4-piston, monoblock calipers which give outstanding stopping power and feel. The master cylinder utilizes a 16mm piston for outstanding stopping power with less lever effort.
267mm rear disc is squeezed by a light-weight single piston slide-type Nissin caliper with sintered metal brake pads.
Lightweight cast-aluminum 5-spoke wheels scale back unsprung weight for excellent handling characteristics. The front wheel is an MT3.50-17 and is fitted with a 120/70-ZR17 radial tire. The rear wheel may be a MT5.50-17 fitted with a 180/55-ZR17 radial tire.
Eye catching, 0.5 fairing offers surprisingly smart wind and weather protection. The windshield options a special vent that enables some airflow behind the screen to assist forestall the "vacuum effect" and to assist scale back buffeting.
Dual "cat eye" halogen 60/55 watt headlights.
Conventional handlebar style options an upright positioning for max everyday riding comfort.
17-liter fuel tank offers a slim style with nice knee grip. The reserve portion of the tank is three.4 litres.
Separate rider and passenger seats offers exceptional solo or two-up comfort. Seat width is narrower than the FZ1, creating it easier to the touch the bottom. Seat height is 815mm (32.1")
One-piece race impressed instrument options analog tachometer, digital speedometer, odometer, twin tripmeters, fuel gauge, fuel reserve tripmeter (counts kilometres since the fuel went on reserve), clock, coolant temperature and a self diagnosis mode.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS / options
Integrated passenger grab rails
Adjustable, 5-position front brake lever
Small storage compartment below the passenger seat
Folding mirrors
Excessive lean angle engine cut-out switch … if unit is on its aspect the engine can stop working
Extended idle cut-off … if engine idles for over twenty minutes it'll automatically stop working
Lockable steering
Durable "O"-ring-sealed drive chain
Lightweight, sealed low-maintenance battery
The "Fazer" offers a major level of power and performance. it's not meant for novice or inexperienced riders.
