Yamaha FZR400

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'Yamaha FZR400'
Manufacturer
[[Yamaha]]
Also called FZR400RR, FZR 400 RR, FZR400R Genesis, FZR 400 R Genesis, FZR 400
Production 1984 - 1993 (US 88-91)
Class [[:Category:Racing motorcycles|Racing]] [[Category:Racing motorcycles]]
Engine
in-line four, four-stroke
Bore / Stroke 56.0mm x 40.0mm
Compression ratio 11.5:1
Top Speed 122 mph
Horsepower 55.12 HP (41.1 KW) @ 12000RPM
Torque 30.98 ft/lbs (42.0 Nm) @ 9500RPM
Ignition cdi
Spark Plug NGK CR8E '88-90
Battery YUASA YB12AL-A '88-90
Transmission Gear box: 6-speed

Final Drive: chain

Clutch: Wet multi-plate
Final Drive Chain: 428x130
Front Sprocket 19T
Rear Sprocket 55T
Frame Aluminum delta box
Suspension Front: telescopic
Rear: monocross
Brakes Front: double disc
Rear: single disc
Front Tire 110/70-r17
Rear Tire 140/60-r18
Length 81.5 inches (2070 mm)
Width 27.2 inches (691 mm)
Height 44.29 inches (1125 mm)
Seat Height 30.91 inches (785 mm)
Weight 380.96 pounds (172.8 Kg) (dry), 225.0 kg (wet)
Oil Filter K&N KN-303[1]
Recommended Oil Yamalube 10w-40
Fuel Capacity 4.76 Gallon (18.00 Liters)
Competition Kawasaki ZXR400
Honda NC30
Honda NC35
Manuals Service Manual


The Yamaha FZR400R Genesis was a in-line four, four-stroke Sport touring motorcycle produced by Yamaha between 1984 and 1993. Max torque was 30.98 ft/lbs (42.0 Nm) @ 9500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 55.12 HP (41.1 KW) @ 12000 RPM. It could reach a top speed of 197.5 km/h.

Overview

The FZR 400 has the good reputation of being one of the best handling motorcycles ever produced. In the US this bike was imported only for three years, between 1987-1991. The Yamaha FZR400’s liquid-cooled, four-cylinder, 16v DOHC engine revs to an impressive 14,000rpm, but like most other four cylinder 400s nothing really happens below 5000rpm. In terms of outright performance, the Yamaha’s back wheel 64 hp was slightly down compared to the competition, but on a positive note it did make the FZR usable.

For a very long time, the Japanese home market has envied the big supersports models destined, principally, for the USA and Europe. Now the trend is being reversed, for the 400cc machines developed for Japan have become such high performers that the rest of the world dreams of profiting by them. Now prayers are being answered, and among the outstanding new models reaching other shores is the Yamaha FZR 400R .


The Yamaha FZR400 was always over-shadowed by the class-leading Hondas, both the CBR and V4 NC30 and NC35s, and, on track, was a little behind Kawasaki's ZXR400 for sheer speed. However, the rev-happy Yamaha FZR400RR attracted the hooligans by the bucket load, drawn to the high-revving engine, sharp handling and high corner speed. And, as it was also always considerably cheaper than the competition, it meant that many ended up on track as race bikes or fun track day machines.

The Yamaha FZR400's liquid-cooled, four-cylinder, 16v DOHC engine revs to an impressive 14,000rpm, but like most other four cylinder 400s nothing really happens below 5000rpm. In terms of outright performance, the Yamaha's back wheel 64bhp was slightly down compared to the competition, but on a positive note it did make the FZR usable.

The reason why so many Yamaha FZR400's ended up on track was due to the excellent handling and ease of use. There's no "getting-to-know-you" period, you can just jump on and attack any section of road. It's lightweight, flickable, will carry huge lean angles and you don't need to be an expert to have fun, the FZR400 really flatters its rider.

Exclusive and Uncompromising

Crowned with success in Japan, the FZR400R is an exclusive and uncompromising sports machine that has nothing to be ashamed of in comparison with the largest-capacity bikes, with which it shares all the latest advanced technology

Sensational Power/Weight Ratio

1984 - 1989 Yamaha FZR 400
1984 - 1989 Yamaha FZR 400

The four-cylinder engine is suspended below two aluminum box girders as on contemporary Grand Prix machines The inclined cylinders, which allow the use of straight-line intake tracts, the 16-valve head, and the EXUP system of a valve in the exhaust, give the machine a fierce temperament allied to great flexibility and an astonishing power output equivalent to 152 hp per liter. Lively and agile, the FZR400R draws full profit from its sensational power/weight ratio. Its riders discover that a highly tuned machine of moderate displacement is more efficient, in most cases, than a "big hanger," which needs a very particular environment to give its best.

Engine

The engine was a air cooled in-line four, four-stroke. A 56.0mm bore x 40.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 400.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a double overhead cams/twin cam (dohc).

Drive

The bike has a 6-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-plate.

Chassis

It came with a 110/70-r17 front tire and a 140/60-r18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via double disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The front suspension was a telescopic while the rear was equipped with a monocross. The FZR400R Genesis was fitted with a 4.76 Gallon (18.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 380.96 pounds (172.8 Kg).







1988

1988 Yamaha FZR 400 in White
1988 Yamaha FZR 400 in White
1988 Yamaha FZR 400 in White
1988 Yamaha FZR 400 in White
1988 Yamaha FZR 400 in White


1989

1989 Yamaha FZR400 in White
1989 Yamaha FZR400 in White
1989 Yamaha FZR400 in White
1989 Yamaha FZR400 in White



1990

1990 Yamaha FZR400 in Black/Blue
1990 Yamaha FZR400 in Black/Blue
1990 Yamaha FZR400 in Black/Blue
1990 Yamaha FZR400 in Black/Blue
1990 Yamaha FZR400 in Black/Blue

1989 - 1991 Yamaha FZR 400


Photos

Yamaha FZR400 Genesis Yamaha FZR400 Genesis

Specifications

Make Model Yamaha FZR 400 Genesis
Year 1986
Engine Type Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.
Displacement 399 cc / 24.3 cu-in
Bore X Stroke 54 x 43.6 mm
Cooling System Liquid cooled
Compression 11.5:1
Lubrication Wet sump
Induction Carburetor
Ignition Analogue CDI (Capacitive Discharge Ign.)
Spark Plug NGK, CR8E
Starting Electric
Max Power 50 hp @ 11500 rpm )
Max Torque 3.7 kgf-m @ 10000 rpm
Clutch Wet multiple plates
Transmission 6 Speed
Final Drive Chain
Gear Ratio 1st 3.307 2nd 2.222 3rd 1.714 4th 1.434 5th 1.272 6th 1.173
Frame Aluminum delta box
Front Suspension Uprighting telescopic
Rear Suspension Aluminum swing arm
Front Brakes 2x discs 2 piston caliper
Rear Brakes Single disc2 piston caliper
Front Tire 110/70 R-17
Rear Tire 140/60 R-18
Seat Height 785mm / 30.9 in
Dry Weight 157 kg / 346 lbs
Fuel Capacity 18 Liters / 4.75 gal
Consumption Average 21.6 km/lit
Braking 60 - 0 / 100 - 0 14.0 m / 42.3 m
Standing ¼ Mile 12.9 sec / 162. km/h
Top Speed 197.5 km/h


In Media

References

  1. 2019 K&L Supply Co Catalog. K&L Supply Co. 2019.