Engine: developed for torque and response
● It's supersports-derived: the engine is built on the R1-2008 crankcase-crankshaft basis
● The cylinder head area is completely different, with 4-valve design, special intake funnels, 4-in-1 exhaust system: all set up for powerful mid range character
● The crankshaft mass is lighter, for optimum response at low rpm and free-revving character at high rpm
● High-performance equipments like forged pistons, ceramic-plated cylinders and the extremely exact 'fracture-split' connection rods enable a very precise running of the engine
● Power output is 106 PS, torque 82 Nm

"We could have developed a much higher horsepower figure, but that would have been at the expense of mid range torque" says Alessandro. "We wanted to have that strong responsiveness without having to shift down. When you ride the FZ8 there's all the power you need, when you need it, in midrange. And when you want to exploit high revving, there's more than enough to enjoy!"
 

Chassis: strong, light, top quality components
● FZ1-based, full aluminum frame and swingarm

● Different riding position from FZ1: handlebar slightly more forward, footpegs slightly more down and to the rear, knee grip area 2 cm narrower

● New body parts, narrower fuel tank and seat for excellent rider integration

● Long swingarm and monocross suspension system to combine great cornering performance, traction feeling and comfort

● 43 mm upside down front fork with long (130mm) suspension stroke for perfect stability and sensibility in a wide range of riding situations 

● 310 mm front brake discs with mono-block calipers for very precise and powerful braking

● ABS version available with Yamaha's latest ABS system and additional body cover under the engine

Alessandro comments:
"The riding position is completely natural, you feel that you can control the bike very well. The riding is very intuitive, you feel confident right from the first turn. And it's easy to put both feet on the ground for my 1 meters 71, there's no interference of the footpegs."

The essence of Fazer 8: a sharp allrounder
"We spent a lot of time perfecting the design" says Alessandro.
"Fazer has to express its personality, its values very clearly:
The pure dynamism; combining style & versatility; in a powerful shape; while being sleek and aerodynamic."

What makes the Fazer 8 (with fairing) different from the FZ8 (the naked bike):
● The front cowling
● The passenger hand grips

"The resulting higher weight on the front wheel gives the Fazer a slightly more stable character. The FZ8 has a more agile character, nervous in a positive sense, being lighter on the front."

The essence of FZ8 (naked): roadster with grunt
From design point of view, the priorities were to make it:
● Tight and compacted
● Pure and minimal
● Muscular

"The design is very balanced. It is aggressive but not provocative. We intentionally wanted to keep it simple and pure, without superficial body parts and with a strong family feeling as a Yamaha."

Accessories: for style and for function
Yamaha developed a whole range of accessories for these models, whether stylish, sporty, practical or touring oriented.

Photo Gallery: 2010-Fazer 8 and FZ8: Art of Engineering

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Photo Gallery: 2010-FZ8 Colours

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Photo Gallery: 2010-Fazer 8 Colours

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Photo Gallery: 2010-FZ8 & Fazer 8 Details

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