YAMAHA FZ1 Fazer (2006-2012) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 2006, Yamaha released the first model of the second generation of the FZ1 Fazer, a sport-touring bike known for its powerful performance and comfortable riding position. Compared to the 2001 to 2005 models, the bike came in a completely new package.

The 2006 machine was known as the FZ1 in the United States and FZ1-S Fazer in Europe. The 2006 motorcycle was a completely new model, and some of the main changes included a new chassis, suspension, bodywork, and engine.

The bike was brought up to date with modern rivals at the time by replacing the tubular steel frame with a die-cast diamond-shaped aluminum frame that used the powerplant as a stressed member.

In 2007, the bike was revised by softening the rear shock spring and updating the fuel injection system, reducing the throttle snatch of the 2006 model to normal by slowing down the opening of the secondary butterfly valve.

In 2010, the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) mapping was revised to improve throttle response in the low-mid rpm range, while in 2011, the ECU mapping was again modified to improve throttle response at lower rpm.

From 2006 to 2012, the FZ1 Fazer had the same output power of 147 hp at 11,000 rpm and 106 Nm (77 lb-ft) torque at 8,000 rpm from a 998cc liquid-cooled four-stroke four-cylinder engine paired with a six-speed manual transmission.