It could reach a top speed of 197.5 km/h.
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| Manufacturer | Yamaha |
|---|---|
| Production | 1986 |
| Engine | Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder. |
| Compression ratio | 11.5:1 |
| Top speed | 197.5 km/h |
| Ignition type | Analogue CDI (Capacitive Discharge Ign.) |
| Sparkplug | NGK, CR8E |
| Transmission | 6 Speed |
| Frame type | Aluminium delta box |
| Suspension | Front: Uprighting telescopic Rear: Aluminium swing arm |
| Brakes | Front: 2x discs 2 piston caliper Rear: Single disc2 piston caliper |
| Front Tire | 110/70 R-17 |
| Rear Tire | 140/60 R-18 |
| Seat height | 785mm / 30.9 in |
| Weight | 157 kg / 346 lbs |
| Fuel capacity | 18 Litres / 4.75 gal |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
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Engine
The engine was a Liquid cooled cooled Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.. The engine featured a 11.5:1 compression ratio.
Drive
Power was moderated via the Wet multiple plates.
Chassis
It came with a 110/70 R-17 front tire and a 140/60 R-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 2x discs 2 piston caliper in the front and a Single disc2 piston caliper in the rear. The front suspension was a Uprighting telescopic while the rear was equipped with a Aluminium swing arm. The FZR400 Genesis was fitted with a 18 Litres / 4.75 gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 157 kg / 346 lbs.
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Overview
Yamaha FZR 400 Genesis
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 Kawasakis 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 FZR400s 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 Yamahas 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 FZR400s ended up on track was due to the excellent handling and ease of use. Theres no getting-to-know-you period, you can just jump on and attack any section of road. Its lightweight, flickable, will carry huge lean angles and you dont need to be an expert to have fun the FZR400 really flatters its rider.
| 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 | Aluminium delta box |
| Front Suspension | Uprighting telescopic |
| Rear Suspension | Aluminium 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 Litres / 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 |