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|class            = Naked
|engine          = Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 [[valve]] per cylinder,
|engine          = Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 [[valve]] per cylinder,
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|power            = 39.96 HP (29.8 KW) @ 12000RPM
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|torque          = 19.18 ft/lbs (26.0 Nm) @ 9500RPM
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|wheelbase        = 1370 mm / 53.9 in
|wheelbase        = 1370 mm / 53.9 in
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|length          = 78.31 inches (1989 mm)
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The '''[[Yamaha]] FZX 250 Zeal''' was a Liquid Cooled, Four Cylinder In Line, 4 Stroke Naked [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Yamaha]] in 1992. Max [[torque]] was 19.18 ft/lbs (26.0 Nm) @ 9500 RPM. Claimed [[horsepower]] was 39.96 HP (29.8 KW) @ 12000 RPM.




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==Chassis==
==Chassis==
It came with a 110/70-17 front [[tire]] and a 140/70-17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single disc in the front and a Single disc in the rear. The front suspension was a  Telescopic forks while the rear was equipped with a Dual shocks. The FZX250 Zeal was fitted with a 15 liters / 3.3 gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 145 kg / 349.6 lbs. The wheelbase was 1370 mm / 53.9 in long.   
It came with a 110/70-17 front [[tire]] and a 140/70-17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single disc in the front and a Single disc in the rear. The front suspension was a  Telescopic forks while the rear was equipped with a Dual shocks. The FZX250 Zeal was fitted with a 15 liters / 3.3 gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 145 kg / 349.6 lbs. The wheelbase was 1370 mm / 53.9 in long.   
== Photos ==
[[File:Yamaha-FZX-250-Zeal.jpg|600px|Yamaha FZX250 Zeal]]
[[File:Yamaha-FZX-250-Zeal.jpg|600px|Yamaha FZX250 Zeal]]


== Overview ==


Yamaha
FZX 250 Zeal


==1992 - 1999 Yamaha FZX 250 Zeal==
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File:yamaha-fzx-250-zeal-1992-1999-3.jpg|600px|1992 - 1999 Yamaha FZX 250 Zeal
File:yamaha-fzx-250-zeal-1992-1999-2.jpg|600px|1992 - 1999 Yamaha FZX 250 Zeal
File:yamaha-fzx-250-zeal-1992-1999-1.jpg|600px|1992 - 1999 Yamaha FZX 250 Zeal
File:yamaha-fzx-250-zeal-1992-1999-0.jpg|600px|1992 - 1999 Yamaha FZX 250 Zeal
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Yamaha comes with a good compromise between a low seat height and still making space for a bigger people. The Zeal feels and acts like an all-rounder. Given plenty of revs (about 6000) the bike gets away from the lights well. It will hold 100-plus speeds happily and runs out of puff around 140kmh. You need 4000rpm up to get usable power, 7000rpm to hold 100 in top, and the powerplant signs off at 11,500rpm. There are a couple of dips and rises in the power delivery along the way.




== Photos ==
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File:Yamaha-FZX-250-Zeal.jpg|600px|Yamaha FZX250 Zeal
File:Yamaha-FZX-250-Zeal.jpg|600px|Yamaha FZX250 Zeal
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== Overview ==
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Review


What you get is a feisty multi with six-speed gearbox, chain drive and a
What you get is a feisty multi with six-speed gearbox, chain drive and a

Latest revision as of 17:15, 22 December 2019

Yamaha-FZX-250-Zeal.jpg
Yamaha FZX250 Zeal
Manufacturer
Production 1991 - 99
Class Naked
Engine
Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder,
Compression ratio 12.0:1
Horsepower 39.96 HP (29.8 KW) @ 12000RPM
Torque 19.18 ft/lbs (26.0 Nm) @ 9500RPM
Ignition TCI Digital
Transmission 6 Speed
Suspension Front: Telescopic forks
Rear: Dual shocks
Brakes Front: Single disc
Rear: Single disc
Front Tire 110/70-17
Rear Tire 140/70-17
Wheelbase 1370 mm / 53.9 in
Length 78.31 inches (1989 mm)
Width 28.11 inches (714 mm)
Seat Height 735 mm / 28.9 in
Weight 145 kg / 349.6 lbs (dry),
Recommended Oil Yamalube 10w-40
Fuel Capacity 15 liters / 3.3 gal
Manuals Service Manual

The Yamaha FZX 250 Zeal was a Liquid Cooled, Four Cylinder In Line, 4 Stroke Naked motorcycle produced by Yamaha in 1992. Max torque was 19.18 ft/lbs (26.0 Nm) @ 9500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 39.96 HP (29.8 KW) @ 12000 RPM.


Engine[edit | edit source]

The engine was a Liquid-cooled cooled Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder,. The engine featured a compression ratio.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 110/70-17 front tire and a 140/70-17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single disc in the front and a Single disc in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic forks while the rear was equipped with a Dual shocks. The FZX250 Zeal was fitted with a 15 liters / 3.3 gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 145 kg / 349.6 lbs. The wheelbase was 1370 mm / 53.9 in long.


1992 - 1999 Yamaha FZX 250 Zeal[edit | edit source]

Yamaha comes with a good compromise between a low seat height and still making space for a bigger people. The Zeal feels and acts like an all-rounder. Given plenty of revs (about 6000) the bike gets away from the lights well. It will hold 100-plus speeds happily and runs out of puff around 140kmh. You need 4000rpm up to get usable power, 7000rpm to hold 100 in top, and the powerplant signs off at 11,500rpm. There are a couple of dips and rises in the power delivery along the way.


Photos[edit | edit source]

Overview[edit | edit source]

What you get is a feisty multi with six-speed gearbox, chain drive and a frame that's essentially a twin-spar steel item. The engine room is liquid-cooled, runs four valves per pot and a 15,000rpm redline. Starting: About as simple as it gets - a bit of choke when it's cold. Suspension: Nothing to write home about, really. The 38mm forks are substantial for this class, though the only adjustment is preload on the rear twin shocks. An enthusiastic throttle jockey will overwhelm the suspension over a set of ripples, but the result is entirely predictable. Brakes: There's a single disc at each end, both fitted with two-piston calipers of different design. They do the job and the lever adjustment for the front handle is welcome. Stability: Low speed work is flighty - with ultra-quick response. However the bike behaves entirely predictably at normal and pushing-on speeds. Cornering clearance: Plenty. Performance: Given plenty of revs (about 6000) the bike gets away from the lights well. It will hold 100-plus speeds happily and runs out of puff around 140kmh. You need 4000rpm up to get usable power, 7000rpm to hold 100 in top, and the powerplant signs off at 11,500rpm. There are a couple of dips and rises in the power delivery along the way. Rider comfort: Yamaha has come up with a good compromise between a low seat height and still making space for bigger people. The riding position is upright, while the saddle appears roomy. Only catch is that the saddle padding tends to hold the rider in one position, which could be a pain on longer trips. Pillion comfort: There's a bit of room for the pillion, and the set-up is better than average. However the rear footpegs are pretty high (though pitched forward) thanks to the twin upswept pipes on the right side. Vibration/harshness: Nothing intrusive, even at the upper ends of te rev range. Much better than average for the class. Finish: A mixed bag. Paint is good (with clear sprayed over the main decals), though the "human sports" stickers on the tailpiece deserve to be pitched. The wiring behind the fairing looks messy. Looks: Styling is fussy, though it looks different from the run-of-the-mill, which is a point in its favor, and the twin pipes on the right won some hearts.

Extras: The mini fairing and sexy twin lights work nicely, while those who live near a toll road will appreciate the dinky change-holder at the front of the fuel tank. It runs D102 tires which seemed to work well enough in the dry conditions we had for this ride. Value for money: At $7490 list price, it's a little cheaper than Honda's VT250 and Kawasaki's ZZ-R250. SUMMING UP The Zeal feels and acts like an all-rounder. There's enough sporting ability to make life interesting, and sufficient urge to maintain reasonable highway speeds. Its high-tech four-cylinder powerplant won't be cheap to fix, or service, but that may be one of the prices you pay for performance. (Guy Allen)


Make Model Yamaha FZX 250 Zeal
Year 1991 - 99
Engine Type Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder,
Displacement 249 cc / 15.2 cu-in
Bore X Stroke 48 х 34.5 mm
Cooling System Liquid-cooled
Compression
Induction
Ignition TCI Digital
Starting Electric
Max Power 40 hp / 29.8 lb-ft @ 12000 rpm
Max Torque 2.7 kgf-m @ 9500 rpm
Transmission 6 Speed
Final Drive Chain
Front Suspension Telescopic forks
Rear Suspension Dual shocks
Front Brakes Single disc
Rear Brakes Single disc
Front Tire 110/70-17
Rear Tire 140/70-17
Wheelbase 1370 mm / 53.9 in
Seat Height 735 mm / 28.9 in
Dry Weight 145 kg / 349.6 lbs
Fuel Capacity 15 liters / 3.3 gal