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| 2012 Yamaha FZ8 "50th Anniversary Edition" |
The new street-fighter models from Yamaha, with awesome body style and this will be the hottest bike in the world. 2012 Yamaha FZ8 is powered by 779cc engine, DOHC, 16 valve (4-valves/cyl), liquid-cooled, 40 degree inclined, in-line four-cylinder engine. The engine has been tuned to provide plenty of low to mid range torque with strong yet linear throttle response. Red-line is set at 11,500 rpm and features a "soft" rev limiter to protect the engine, that 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 torque performance character for this category. Pistons, cylinder, cylinder head, cams, valves and crankshaft are unique to the FZ8 50th Anniversary Edition. Most other engine components are shared with the FZ1. The injectors are sequential high dynamic range type featuring 4 holes and a dual directional spray pattern for excellent power and a linear throttle response across the entire rev range.
The fuel injection's lightweight Electronic Control Unit (ECU) utilizes a powerful 32-bit processor for fast control of the injection process. The compact design also reduces
weight.7.8 litre airbox features different intake funnel lengths for the inner (150mm) and outer (125mm) cylinders. The benefit is a wide torque curve. A high flow, paper type air filter is utilized. 43mm Kayaba inverted cartridge style fork offers 130mm (5.1") of wheel travel. Fork offset is 25 degrees.
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| 2012 Yamaha FZ8 "50th Anniversary Edition" |
The benefits of the inverted design include, reduced "unsprung" weight and reduced fork flex since the larger diameter tubes are gripped in the triple clamps. Unsprung weight is weight or mass of the suspension and the components such as the wheels and other components that move with the suspension. A reduction in unsprung weight allows improved control of the suspension function. Lightweight cast-aluminum 5-spoke wheels reduce unsprung weight for great handling characteristics. The front wheel is an MT3.50-17 and is fitted with a 120/70-ZR17 radial tire. The rear wheel is a MT5.50-17 fitted with a 180/55-ZR17 radial tire. The riding position is one of the most important features of the FZ8 50th Anniversary Edition. Based on the FZ1 layout, it offers a balance between a sporty riding position and excellent rider comfort thanks to its upright design.
Aggressive single headlight provides plenty of illumination with its 60/55 watt halogen bulb. There is even a super small, colour matched "bikini" windshield mounted above the headlight to add even more style. Conventional handlebar design features an upright positioning for maximum everyday riding comfort. 17-liter fuel tank offers a slim design with great knee grip. The reserve portion of the tank is 3.4 litres.
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| 2012 Yamaha FZ8 "50th Anniversary Edition" |
2012 Yamaha FZ8 "50th Anniversary Edition" : U.S. Specs
ENGINE
- Type 779cc liquid-cooled inline 4-cylinder; DOHC, 16 valves
- Bore x Stroke 68.0 x 53.6mm
- Compression Ratio 12.0:1
- Fuel Delivery Fuel Injection
- Ignition Digital TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition with 32-bit ECU
- Transmission 6-speed w/multiplate clutch
- Final Drive O-ring chain
CHASSIS
- Suspension / Front 5.1-in travel
- Suspension / Rear 5.1-in travel
- Brakes / Front Dual 310mm hydraulic discs
- Brakes / Rear 267mm disc
- Tires / Front 120/70-ZR17
- Tires / Rear 180/55-ZR17
DIMENSIONS
- Length 84.3 in
- Width 30.3 in
- Height 41.9 in
- Seat Height 32.1 in
- Wheelbase 57.5 in
- Ground Clearance 5.5 in
- Rake (Caster Angle) 25.0°
- Trail 4.3 in
- Fuel Capacity 4.5 gal
- Fuel Economy** 39.8 mpg
- Wet Weight*** 467 lb
