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Its an accessible kind of adrenaline: a shot of sportsbike energy, designed to | Its an accessible kind of adrenaline: a shot of sportsbike energy, designed to | ||
be enjoyed every day. These dynamic new sports machines are built on a new 779cc | be enjoyed every day. These dynamic new sports machines are built on a new 779cc | ||
engine and all- | engine and all-aluminum frame. | ||
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Yamaha Motor Europe N.V. Press Release Chassis | Yamaha Motor Europe N.V. Press Release Chassis | ||
and running gear The FZ8-series features a new engine that is a stressed member | and running gear The FZ8-series features a new engine that is a stressed member | ||
in an all- | in an all- aluminum frame. The designs high rigidity and low weight minimises | ||
frame torsion while providing outstanding high-speed stability and cornering | frame torsion while providing outstanding high-speed stability and cornering | ||
confidence. The FZ8-series also uses a CF | confidence. The FZ8-series also uses a CF aluminum die-cast swingarm, enhancing | ||
the effectiveness of the rear suspension. Front-end suspension is a pair of | the effectiveness of the rear suspension. Front-end suspension is a pair of | ||
upside-down forks, running 43mm inner tubes. Rear suspension is handled by a | upside-down forks, running 43mm inner tubes. Rear suspension is handled by a | ||
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The wheels are five-spoke cast | The wheels are five-spoke cast aluminum rims | ||
the front | the front tire is a 120/70 ZR17, and the rear is a 180/55 ZR17. This gives both | ||
bikes outstanding ride feeling, grip and cornering performance, with access to | bikes outstanding ride feeling, grip and cornering performance, with access to | ||
the full range of sports rubber. The riding position is sporty but comfortable, | the full range of sports rubber. The riding position is sporty but comfortable, |