Yamaha FZ1-N Test Ride
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One gloomy Autumn day, I decided to taste the luscious flavours of the world of second hand litre bikedom. This is a quick test ride of a second hand 2006 Yamaha FZ1-N. With a super revvy enginge and a claimed 150hp, this should be an interesting ride! Oh and it's black. Very black. Black, with black, on black, over black, next to black. Did I mention that it's black?
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I’ve had my 2012 FZ1 from new with lots of dealer extras fitted - Akrapovic carbon can etc etc ...... it’s a superb bike ; stable, fast and always makes me smile 😊 No bike is perfect but l just love my FZ1N and I’ve had a few bikes in my time - an iconic machine imo.
I totally agree Mark. A real unsung hero of the biking world. I reckon it really holds its own with much newer machines.
Yay, the reviews are back!
For a spell! :D
One of the best test rides I’ve ever seen. Subbed!
Awesome, thank you!
I purchased a 2015 FZ1 and I'm happy with my purchase. This bike was designed for high revs. Thx for the video.
I can fully understand the happiness. I actually bought this one and still love it 18 months on!
I used to own an FZ1S and it was the most awesome bike I have owned. It was silky smooth in every situation, instant power at any revs and absolute brutal acceleration all the way to 11,000 rpm.
Couldn't agree more!
Finally Found a Good & Perfect Review of FZ1....
Thanks Mate 👍🏻
Thanks Hrishikesh! Check out the 1yr review video too!
Definitely need the fairing...
I have a 2012... The Factory exhaust weighs about 27 pounds... Yoshi R-77 saves well over 10 pounds. PC5, Auto-tune, K&N filter, and custom ECU Flash has me putting 147 HP down thru the rear wheel.
Nice!! Yoshi can would be nice. I don’t mind the lack of screen, but I think that’s helped by the fact that I find the power enough as it is too! Just need the ECU flash to get rid of that excel cut nonsense!
I just brought a 2006 so 13 years old and am enjoying it more with each ride. I find the seat a bit uncomfortable so I'll probably get a airhawk seat for long rides. Great for town rides as well. Came with power commander and after market exhaust but haven't been game to take it past 6500 revs at this stage! Nice video - thanks for sharing.
I bet that has changed now?! After 6000 is when the horses really come out of the stable!
Hi m8 I had 98 mph in first gear was still a bit left prob would go just over 100 ....I've had 2 fz1 love them thinking of getting another one ....cool vids keep up the good work 👍👍
Cheers Martin! It’s crazy to have so much legs in first, isn’t it! Undeniably good machine!
I to am 6'4" and fazer was to cramped for me, ended up getting an xjr1300 and oh my god comfortable all the low down torque you can ask for and with tidy riding about 53mpg.
They had a black XJR 1300 their. Sadly half again as expensive as the Fazer. Maybe next time!
The British bike magazine PERFORMANCE BIKES build a FZ-1N a couple of years back . It was a staff bike written by their mechanic, Mark Write. They tunes then suspention, fueling and put a aftermarket exhaust on it. Think they altered the final hearing as well.
That thing went like a bat out of hell, and they made a long review of it comparing it to a Aprilia Tuono V4 which it was just as fast. All the acceleration tests the FZ-1N was just as fast as the Tuono, which in itself is quite an accomplishment!
So what I'm trying to say here is that the FZ-1 have a monster inside just a tweak away from getting out, and that weak low end gan be fixed!
Anyway, good luck to you on search for a new bike 😁
+Capt. NOE They do seem to be a highly tuneable and moddable platform! A very underrated superstar of a bike. And great value too.
I have a 2011 Versys with a tall after market Givi screen and the stock screen. After trying both screens in every position I ride with no screen because it's smoother and quieter about my helmet. I'm 6'2" / 188cm
I think some strange quirk of the pre 2009 model makes it noisy even without a screen. I was a little defeated the day I discovered that. But so much to be said for clean air. I just have to hit the weights to prepare my upper body for the wind onslaught!
Definitely a power commander and a can and it will transform it Andy.When you sell the bike you can take it off and sell it as well.Look forward to seeing your mods mate 👍🏻😎
It's something I'd consider. Still, one step at a time eh!
I have a Yamaha xj6nl 2013 which is also a inline four and I love it
+Phillip Payne I've heard lots of very satisfied reports. And they look much cooler than the price tag and spec sheet suggest.
What’s the black blob on the top right of the screen. Annoying. 😁👍🏍
How was it with that peak on your lid?
Also, the CZcams encoding has done a right number on the road, its managed to accurately recreate the roads from the first gran tourismo.
Weirdly, it was OK. On the Versys, the wind from the screen shoots upwards and catches the peak. On the naked, it seemd to be less of an issue. Clean air for the win! Though I did have to move the peak to it's highest position as I was leaning so much further forward!
I had a 2012 FZ1 (faired version as seen in my avatar). It was amazing, they fixed the fuel injection mapping and yeah 90mph in first gear is insane. I found it poor on mpg though as I used to commute on it, but then it's not really a commuter. Problem was it was just so powerful that I rarely used it to it's potential, traded it in for a Street Triple R and never looked back.
I was very impressed. TBH the snatchy throttle seemed no worse than what I felt on the Tracer 900. It's a bike I could see being a lot of fun! And I'm not so worried about MPG and practicality as I was when I first came over to Germanialand.
There is no bike in your profile pic
@@SludgedB I posted this 5 years ago, do you expect things to stay the same forever?
Oh how time flies! 4 bikes ago for me!
@@applecorp maybe you should edit it
I bought the 2008 FZ1, the first time I took it down the dual carriageway and opened her up massive grin on my face. I bought a Hypertec rear shock built for my weight and loaded panniers. Completely transforms the rear end. You need to open her up a little 😉
I bet!! The rear shock is something on my list for ‚sometime‘. I haven’t really noticed mine flagging yet, so until it starts to impede upon my enjoyment...
Andy Man Cam Came from Holland in an amazing case. Fully adjustable and has a 5 year unlimited mileage. Any issues they can just replace that one component
Sounds like a winner. Mine will have to be replaced at some point.
The stock Versys windscreen is particularly awful. The noise is tolerable only because of earplugs, but the wind pressure on my upper chest is still bad. That is in the lowest position, in the top position the buffeting around the helmet is terrible. Looking at an aftermarket screen for mine. Fully naked bikes may be a bit quieter, but that wind pressure gets old quick on the highway.
I agree. Upside down it's a bit less buffety, but still not good. I luckily don't spend much time on the motorways anymore and I need the upper body exercise too! :D
It's like you have been reading my mind! I wrote my bike off at the end of May and ever since have been torturing myself with the decision of what I want next. What bike did I land on? Of course an FZ1! You have allayed all my fears of the crappy bottom end you read in ALL the reviews and I'm now even more convinced I want one... now to watch the Z1000 review and new bike reveal to see what you actually chose!
+Tom Ainscough I can't fully explain it. Maybe if I'd ridden more litre bikes it would feel weak. But to me is plenty strong enough. Plus revving it up is a joy so don't mind humming around at higher revs.
+Tom Ainscough Ps. Sorry to hear about the write-off. But as long as you're alright and you have an excuse to get something bigger/better!
Andy Man Cam haha oh yes, it was shame to see the poor thing go but escaped with only a broken scaphoid. Also have a proper job now so I have a whole winter to save for a better bike! Now to hunt the elusive fz1 in my price range!
I have a 2010 ABS model, this bike IMO is one of the best bargain big bikes you can get, so much engine for much cheaper than what's on offer today. BTW what was the mileage on the bike? They're meant to get their valves done at 24k but that tick you hear could be what's known as the Yamaha tick which is a feature of their engines, my one was doing it from around 3k miles lol. Half the cat lives in the exhaust so when you swap it out it's quite a bit louder
I agree. I considered it ages ago but then decided to wait until I could afford something 'better'. But now matter how much I shopped about, I couldn't deny the incredible bang for buck.
Ohhh interesting vid...I've thought about one of these (also on a Versys 650)...mostly tempted by the tracer 900 though these days :)
If you are thinking of the Tracer 900 like I was, try Triumphs underated Tiger Sport. Yes more expensive, but much better quality and a bit more grown-up. It will also hold it's value which will off set the cost.
I am 17, and tried one today:) faster then my grom
That i can definitely believe!! :D
I have a 2009 that is fully uncorked and dyno tuned.
I hated the tall gears down low (mine was an FZ1 from 2011). Can't even idle slower than about 9mph in 1st. Hopeless for the necessary crawling along from time to time. Engine was sort of soft in the bottom end in comparison to the wail at the top. Could use a -1 front sprocket.
As I said, don't really mind it. I've had no trouble in the traffic, just have to be smooth with throttle and clutch. Soft in the bottom also works for me as the roads here are always damp. So without traction control, a few less ponies at the bottom end could save my life!
How is it compared to your Versys? I have a Versys 1000 and currently thinking about purchasing a FZ1. First time buying a Naked and the wind difference was very uncomforatble for me. Do you get used to that? Is it a bike that I could still do a 300km tour with comfort? Or will I end up parking it because it is drains me after every ride? Thanks for your answer!
Compared to a V1000 it’ll be very similar in terms of engine. But you’ll definitely feel a tiny bit more cramped (though i was surprised how roomy it was, compared to how it looks). The wind protection thing will be an issue if you spend a lot of time on the motorway or the wrong side of the limit. In the twisties, it was never an issue though. Also meant I didnt get as hot when the weather was good!!
How many miles on it? I am looking for a bike. Recommend it? Good review.
I've got 45,000km or about 28,000 miles. I love it. The fuel injection is a little bit snatchy, but that can be fixed with an ECU re-flash.
Well, the bad fueling could probably be fixed with a boosterplug, right? :)
The go-to guy at Boosterplug says yes! *Spoiler Alert* We might yet get to find out first hand if that is indeed true ;D
yes its much more quiet without a screen. but longer distances without a screen is not really enjoyable too. (I'm similar tall and have the same noise problem. 193cm)
I find the battering in the ears and the juddering head just as exhausting. So I'd prefer to up the weights in the gym and have no headache! :D
yes maybe its the better choice. If I drive on the highway a bit longer I always use earplugs.
Andy Man Cam The windshield gives you the head juttering?
No way I’d have the naked, the fully faired one looked pretty good I thought. Rode the 800 and loved it
I'm just ready for a bit of balls out pure biking fun. Plus I'm sick of removing and replacing all that plastic every time I want to get under the tank.
I tried the FZ 800 ; felt like a 600 diversion - gutless, buzzy and no balls ; the FZ1n is in a completely different class / that R1 motor is .......... sublime !
And naked !!! That’s pure motorcycling - faired bikes encourage riding too fast for little feedback. Hit 125 mph on an FZ1n and you know you’re moving, on a faired sportsbike the experience is dulled. Horses for courses I guess, but I’m converted - it’s not about actual speed but the sensation of it.
I totally agree Mark. That's a big part of why i got this bike. I wanted more power but i also wanted to REALLY know that i had it! If it's uncomfortable, then it's too fast! That and naked bikes just look cooler IMHO!
Andy Man Cam You’ve found a very special bike and one of Yamaha’s best kept secrets; I met a few “hard core” bikers a few years back and one had an FZ1n with a few mods - he’d had all the sports machines and loved his FZ. That made me feel really good after spending nearly £10 k on mine (new).
I don’t use mine as much as I should; it’s mint and only done 6,800 miles (2012 model - Black) It has £2000 of extras on it (all Yamaha, except Akrapovic carbon can, dealer fitted accessories)
It was a good deal back then as a stock bike was around £9400. They were expensive bikes new and maybe that’s why Yamaha discontinued them - I don’t think the MT10 is of the same build quality and a few people I’ve met complain about Yamaha’s declining build quality. No bike is perfect but every time I ride mine I feel comfortable, confident and in-control. It’s so well balanced and stable at speed - I’ve been in All weathers and it always inspires confidence. Great machines and future classics no doubt.
🤙ride safe.
Sounded and looked a nice bike although id imagine if that was what you went for you would need a new tail pipe as you... and we... do enjoy your rev bombs
Well of course!!
I had FZ1 for a few months ... comfortable fast bike. The gas mileage on the other hand was pretty horrible.
Comfortable and fast sound good. Gas mileage isn't such a worry, as long as I can get 200km out of a tank I'll be happy!
I was getting around 180-200km out of a tank. Riding in the city wasn't an issue however I had to carefully plan my pit stops on those longer cross country trips.
Have you looked into sorting out the fuelling with TuneECU or similar?
Sadly TuneECU doesn't work for Yamahas. I looked at FTECU but it's insanely expensive considering you do everything completely without Dyno. Here in germany, a proper tune up and ECU flash is possible, but it has to be a certified tuner to remain road legal. Which means FAR more expensive than in the UK. So until I'm rich, I'm stuck with it!!
@@AndyManCam bugger! Sods law I guess. Keep up the good work!
I know right! I've tried a little cheat with 4 diodes that I found on one of the FZ1 forums which has gone some way to helping. But ideally I'd like to get the thing properly tuned up one day.
Mine fails to start in most cases. It displays H1 on the temperature display. I still can't figure out the cause. Could anyone be nice to assist
I had that with my FZ6N. If you see the H1 message, make sure you have it in "N" first: push the red button, wait 2 seconds, shut the power off, wait 5 seconds, turn it back on, push the red button to start ignition, wait 1-2 seconds and fire that bitch up! Worked for me, I hope it´ll work for you aswell mate
Hope Alfreds suggestion helps. I'd say that the temperature sender is broken and it's saying that the engine is too hot. When it's cold outside, mine says '1o' so thats Hi or Lo for the temp.
All very well, but what does the finanzminister decree 😎🏍💨
Frau Finanzminister is, for the most part, on board!
Andy Man Cam mein gott, donner und blitzen mit spek
Genau!!
Do they have a Versys 1000? If you want more comfort and power that is a nice bike.
I know. I've ridden the new model and the old one is not so different. Sadly they're just out of my price range.
Andy Man Cam Too bad! I came close to buying one. So many good bikes nowadays.
Nice bike and thanks for the video, OCDAMC. :D Although I'm still just getting back into biking with my 2009 Versys 650, and loving it, warts and all, I do constantly look at other bikes and the things I'm considering once I'm grown up ;) are:
-The BMW F800R. One can get them at reasonable prices and they seem to be really nice bikes, much nicer than the GS hordes.
-The FZ8, either the naked or the faired version, preferably the faired one, I think. Seems a bit more manageable than the FZ1
-The FZ6 S2, i.e the one after they redid the ECU mapping to make it smoother. Only has 6KW less than the FZ8, too
-The Suzuki GSR-750, a nice little hooligan machine.
TBH, though, in a city, big bikes are a pain. Yamaha is certainly on the right path with the MT7 and MT9 and their Tracer brethren, and the Triumph Street Triples are godly as well.
The most accurate statement I've heard in regards to the BMW F800 family "this motor is the most boring way to produce 85hp there is".
I think we bikers are ALWAYS looking at what could come next! I looked at the FZ8 too. I don't 'need' the power of the FZ1, but read of many folks buying an FZ8 and then spending thousands upgrading the suspension to make it ride like an FZ1! So considering the closest FZ8 was already 2 grand more... In the slow stuff, the FZ1 actually feels just as light, if not lighter than my Versys. FZ6 is a good shout too, but something about the styling doesn't work for me. Seems the Tank doesn't fit the frame!
Haha! I haven'T ridden one, so couldn't comment, but funny all the same!
Then again, The Husqvarna Nuda uses the same engine. Take a look at Royal Jordanian's channel and tell me that's boring.
I assume you've seen the Austrian Guy, Schaaf's channel and his pretty extreme exploits on a humble Honda CB500 up and down various mountain passes. Take a look at his video of him riding a F800R and why he likes it. To summarise: The F800R is viewed by the "real men" of the biking world as a ladies' bike, and he thinks that's great because it means it's easy to ride and handles well.
had a divy, now with a fzs600, this one is next.
You will be very happy indeed! It's like everything the FZS600 wants to be when it grows up! You'll love it!
Gutless and weak low down is more apparent on similar vintage r1s
I certainly didn't feel like it was weak. But then maybe others have come from more grunty motors when they've ridden this one?
Minus the hideous exhaust, I love the look of this bike. All bikes have quirks about them. Somehow that’s what makes us love ‘em. Throw an arrow can on that thing, and hooligan away!!
Price good?
I totally agree. Though it actually didn't sound too shabby. The price is VERY good, considering the condition and the mileage.
I have 06 fazer 1. I glad it's. And I think video was gone in HH. I know this city wandsbeck jenfender alle
Exactly right. That’s where i live.
How do you feel about an SV1000 ?
+patches350 Warmly. I used to dream about one before i got my license. Slightly put off by the V-twin, purely because it's a tiny bit lumpier than i want. Lovely bikes though. Sadly can't find any affordable ones to give it a proper chance in the race.
I've recently acquired an 08 SV650, and I love it! It seems your in the market for a liter bike though.
+patches350 I'm definitely feeling like it's time to step up a level.
Get a triumph Tiger. Perfect all rounder
Agreed. Also about 7 grand out of my league!! :D
and what a goer it is too....he he
Haha! That she is! ;)
Iron fist, in a velvet glove, I have a 07 fz1-s from new, 156kmh in 1st, gives every other bike a good run for there money, R1 for old blokes.
This or Z1000?
The final decision... czcams.com/video/qQdQM825SMs/video.html
기아 스포티지 반갑^^
이 비디오의 요점을 놓쳤다 고 생각합니다! 😜
Had a FZ1SA before I changed over to the BMW S1000R.
Was happy to change😃
That's a hell of an upgrade though!! I think I would be happy with an S1000R too!! :D
So what did any of you fz1n owners do to fix the throttle issue? It’s def there...
I sadly never did fix it. But many have had good results from having the ECU remapped. Preferably by a professional with a Dyno!
AndyManCam yeah, I think it should be looked at by a professional. I think it gets more annoying in time.. it really is there... when you go through a corner... pick up the throttle... half a second nothing and then a jerk... thanks for the reply 👍
It's the single biggest reason why I decided to go for the Honda CB1000R. The FZ1 is amazing. But I was tired of hesitant throttling coming out of tight corners in the hills. Shame really. I could have saved 7000€ if I'd have been able to (legally) fix it!
Try z1000sx best all rounder.
Same Arse to peg measurements as the naked. So just too cramped for my old (and large) frame.
@@AndyManCam how tall are you pal. Thinking of getting one of these bad boys myself??
So it’s official? You are the proud owner of a FZ-1?
Erm... Semi-officially! ;D
It's not going to have a lot of pep in 4th gear doing 20 mph. I'm sure it has a lot more torque than that
No, of course not. But it’s a good way to exaggerate the weakness of the torque curve and see how smoothly it pulls.
Careful you don't knock over any lamppost with they indicators!😱😱😱
Haha! They are a pair of weapons aren't they!
Andy Man Cam
They'll ave some kids head off lol
Honda CB 1000 R might be something. The naked one not the superbike :)
With that sexy single sided swingarm (which has the practical benefit of making chain adjustments a breeze).
I did think about those. But whereas the FZ1-N 'could' be persuaded to do touring, It seemed that all I was hearing about the CB 1000R was that it certainly could not!
yeah I can't deny that looks wise, it's got everything! I heard too much talk of impossible short range and uncomfortable for more than an hour.
Ah. It’s the peak of your lid. Doh!!! Very odd. Looks like helmet is moving with the reflection but the peak isn’t. #wheresmeglasses
Haha! Might have been loose. It has 2 settings! (Though I suspect your eyes!)
Where the clutch grabs has nothing to do with the bike it has a adjustment to make it grab sooner not sure if you really know anything about a bike 🤨??
Where the clutch grabs is a combination of how worn the clutch plates are, strength of the springs, condition of the cable and the position of the adjuster. I know plenty about a bike thanks.
does he know that it is not allowed to split lanes in germany?:D
i mean..i don't give a single fuck, because he does it safely, but he seems to care about all the other laws - not about that one. my guess is that he simply does not know..
He does. He also knows that it’s not actually a law that you can’t. It’s just that there‘s not a law that you can. Plus the ‚normal‘ people seem to be more bothered by it than the actual police.