Yamaha FZ1 Fazer May Hit the Roads in India

Yamaha, the two-wheeler global major is rolling out its much hyped bike the Yamaha FZ1 Fazer in India. The move comes as the two bikes Yamaha R1 and Yamaha MT-01 became a rage in India.
The Yamaha FZ1 Fazer comes with a 998cc inline four engines. Yamaha FZ1 Fazer is in street fighter styling and is expected to give direct competition to the recently launched Honda CB1000R. Interestingly, the Yamaha FZ1 Fazer is most likely be introduced at a similar price as the Honda CB1000R.
Yamaha FZ1 Fazer Specifications:

Engine:
Engine: 998cc liquid-cooled inline 4-cylinder; DOHC, 20 valves
Bore x Stroke: 77 x 53.6mm
Compression Ratio: 11.5:1
Fuel Delivery: Fuel injection
Ignition: TCI (Transistor Controlled Ignition)
Transmission: 6-speed w/multi-plate clutch
Final Drive: O-ring chain

Chassis, brakes and suspension:
Suspension/Front: 43mm fork; fully adjustable, 5.1-in travel
Suspension/Rear: Single shock; adjustable preload and rebound damping, 5.1-in travel
Brakes/Front: Dual 320mm floating discs w/4-piston calipers
Brakes/Rear: 245mm disc w/single-piston caliper
Tyres/Front: 120/70-ZR17
Tyres/Rear: 190/50-ZR17

Dimensions:
Length: 84.3 in
Width: 30.3 in
Height: 47.4 in
Seat Height: 32.1 in
Wheelbase: 57.5 in
Rake (Caster Angle): 25.0°
Trail: 4.3 in
Fuel Capacity: 18 liters
Fuel Economy: 9.24kmpl
Wet Weight: 485lb.

By: Nilakshi Handique

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