2015 Yamaha FZ8

Yamaha FZ8 2015


2015 Yamaha FZ8 specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

Yamaha's profilation of this bike
The 779cc engine combines top end components, including ceramic-composite-coated cylinders and forged aluminum pistons, with a carefully optimized crankshaft to deliver the perfect power curve and torquey performance character for this category.

General information
Motorcycle name Yamaha FZ8
Model year 2015
Category Sport
Price as newUS$ 8890. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
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Engine and transmission
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 output 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 per cylinder 4
Fuel system Injection
Fuel control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignition Digital TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition with 32-bit ECU
Cooling system Liquid
Gearbox 6-speed
Transmission type Chain (final drive)
Driveline O-ring chain
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, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Cast aluminum frame and Controlled-Fill aluminum die-cast swingarm
Rake (fork angle) 25.0°
Trail 109 mm (4.3 inches)
Front suspension Telescopic fork, adjustable compression and rebound, 5.1-in travel
Front wheel travel 130 mm (5.1 inches)
Rear suspension Single shock, adjustable preload and rebound damping, 5.1-in travel
Rear wheel travel 130 mm (5.1 inches)
Front tire 120/70-ZR17
Rear tire 180/55-ZR17
Front brakes Double disc. Hydraulic.
Diameter 310 mm (12.2 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc
Diameter 267 mm (10.5 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 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)
Ground clearance 140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheelbase 1461 mm (57.5 inches)
Fuel capacity 17.03 litres (4.50 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options Matte Gray/Matte Black
Starter Electric
Factory warranty 1 Year Limited Factory Warranty
Comments ABS adds 5 kg.
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