2012 Yamaha FZ8 WGP 50th Anniversary. Image credits - Yamaha.
Yamaha's profilation of this bike
The aluminium Deltabox frame’s low weight and high rigidity make for supersport levels of stability and cornering performance – and its roomy ergonomics mean that the FZ8 is a serious everyday bike. Finished in our latest WGP 50th Anniversary colour scheme, this stunning motorcycle is ready to be unleashed.
General information
Model
Yamaha FZ8 WGP 50th Anniversary
Model year
2012
Category
Sport
Rating
3.3 Check out the detailed rating of racing track capabilities, engine performance, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Displacement
779.0 ccm (47.53 cubic inches)
Engine type
In-line four, four-stroke
Engine details
Black engine
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)
Clutch
Multiplate
Driveline
O-ring chain
Fuel consumption
5.91 litres/100 km (16.9 km/l or 39.80 mpg)
Greenhouse gases
137.1 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type
Lightweight aluminium Deltabox frame
Rake (fork angle)
25.0°
Trail
109 mm (4.3 inches)
Front suspension
Telescopic fork
Front wheel travel
130 mm (5.1 inches)
Rear suspension
Single shock
Rear wheel travel
130 mm (5.1 inches)
Front tire
120/70-ZR17
Rear tire
180/55-ZR17
Front brakes
Double disc. Floating discs w/4-piston calipers
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
216.0 kg (476.2 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
17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons)
Oil capacity
3.80 litres (4.02 US quarts)
Other specifications
Color options
Red/black/white
Starter
Electric
Factory warranty
1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty)
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