YAMAHA FZ1 TE (2007-2010) Specs, Performance & Photos

The Yamaha FZ1 was a naked machine manufactured by Yamaha from 2001 to 2005, comprising models of the first generation and from 2006 to 2015, with models taking part of the second generation.

In 2007, the Japanese maker launched the Yamaha FZ1 TE, a touring machine part of the second generation of FZ1 motorcycles. The bikes manufactured from 2006 to 2012 were completely different from those produced from 2001 to 2005.

The 2007 Yamaha FZ1 TE was a machine with more clothes than the standard model, including a full fairing, an extended windscreen, a corresponding mounting and locking kit, and side panniers. The bike was designed for long-distance touring but was also excellent for everyday use.

In the power department, the Yamaha FZ1 TE was powered by a 998cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with an electronic fuel injection system, delivering an output power of 150 hp at 11,000 rpm and 89 Nm (66 lb-ft) torque with maximum strength at 8,000 rpm.

The bike's suspension was handled by a 43 mm adjustable Moto-GP-style Kayaba USD fork on the front. At the same time, the rear end was operated by an adjustable Kayaba shock absorber, offering reliable handling performance.

As for braking power, the Yamaha FZ1 TE packed two 320 mm floating discs with four-piston Sumitomo calipers on the front wheel and a single-piston Nissin caliper with a 245 mm disc on the rear wheel.