Everything You Need To Know About the 2nd Gen Yamaha FZ1
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- Опубліковано 23 бер 2020
- Alot of people have been asking about the second generation Yamaha FZ1 that ran from 2006 to 2015 since Ive owned one for a while now. I usually answer the questions on a person by person basis but this video was requested at a pretty good time. If you are in the market for one, definitely check this video out.
Wreck story.
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Mods on my 2004 Yamaha R1
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Fz1 quickshifter
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Yamaha FZ1 Full Custom Power commander mapping with ECU flash, K&N air filter with Race fit silence
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Best description of the FZ1 ever.
I have a 2009 FZ1. Had 5.5k miles on it. Mostly stock. My 1st bike. I am 50yrs old 6’3 and about 270. I respect it. She is a beast. I like being upright. I like it being a all a rounder. Play when I want. Commute when I want. Two up. When I want. She is heavy 485 pounds. At speed you can’t tell at low speeds you feel it. Not a gas saver. She will drink it up. I keep it at 4-5k rpms. But she comes to life just after that. Cars don’t stand a chance and I keep up fine with most two wheelers. Harleys, bye bye. Anastasia can be a dirty girl when needed and aside from that she is just sexy. It’s in Yamaha cobalt blue. I have blue add ons. She pops. And it is a Yamaha so anyone can work on it and parts are easy. There as so many bikes out there get the one that speaks to you and your needs.
Absolutely missed these videos! You have a gift for chill documentaries. Fantastic as always!
Ive owned my fz1 for about 2 yrs now and its been an incredible bike to ride. I see myself owning this bike for many more years to come.
I've had mine since 2011. Bought it on 10,000 miles, it's now got 55,000 and it's still rock solid. It's still a nice looking bike and doesn't look old yet so it does my 1,500 mile trips around Europe each year fully loaded up with ease. Also handles the weekend blasts and I've embarrassed many a sports bike rider too. Happy riding :)
Damn I've missed these types of videos from you
It hasn't been that long right? Lol
@@Theillestrator1050 Sorry to post here, I just rewatched a dl-ed vid of your #14 K100,
the throttle cable is looped back in too tight a curve/loop IMHO where it goes down one side of the headstock,
perhaps thats why the throttle isn't operating correctly without a return heavier spring -
..if you can, route the cable in a gentler wider curve on the outside of the headstock brefore looping it across to the intake/inside side of the bike.
I wish it were that simple. The throttle body would exhibit that issue even with the cable disconnected.
@@Theillestrator1050 perhaps there is a plastic bushing or (a sealed bearing) that is worn, aged, degraded or bone-dry etc in that intake unit?
..or the twist grip or its rubber is slightly binding or rubbing on the cable/switches housing next to it?
mmm, triple check that all rough edges & burrs from the twistgrip tube and the throttle cable camming wheel and the soldered cable nipple are removed & smoothed finely - maybe could've left an 'binding' edge, nodule or strand somewhere.
..without looking up a manual to look for a clue in the pictures/descriptions etc to come up with a better theory, quick rando/random searches apart from my obvious thunkings above..
Down to lower end, replies #11, #13 & #17 of
www.motobrick.com/index.php?topic=7054.0
& around or the 2nd page of/after
www.k-bikes.com/forums/137184-post6.html
Great video, fantastic run through of the bike. I've bought a 2010 FZ1-N and took delivery 6 weeks ago, love the bike it's truly special. Gear indicator, tail tidy, indicators, small screen and power commander etc all fitted plus in Scotland got fantastic roads to have some fun.
Two uploads in one day!! Thankyou very nice!👍😎
Great video man, really enjoyed it. Had my 2008 FZ1(S) for 7 years now, and as you say, can't find a reason to change it! but your ideas for mods have given me something to think about!
Did you had any problems with the charging system rotor etc that he mentioned in this video?
Looking to buy a 08...
Still have my FZ1NA and after 7 years from new I can honestly say this is a fantastic bike that still gives me the grin factor. I have had many bikes over the years.It comes into its own on fast twisty roads.
Awesome video dude, just picked up an 07 fz1 and this is just what I was looking for in regards to things to look out for/potential tweaks. Many thanks and stay cool!
Really entertaining video, I don’t know how I haven’t seen this channel before subscribing for sure. good job
Plenty of useful stuff to learn and get familiar -- thank you sir!
Greetings from a yellow FZ1N 2006 from EU!
Excellent as ever. Keep em coming mate - keeping us sane in a mad world atm. 🏍🏍🏍
Thanks, will do!
I just bought a 2008 FZ1 for my first liter bike. Good video. It is going in the saved section for reference when needed.
Picking mine up this week. Can’t wait 🥶
Best description/review on fz1, thanks
Nice vid , I have an 09 blue Fz1, bronze/cooper color rims , factory..bought it with 7k in it maybe 3 years ago . A lot of bike for the money . I also have the Sargent aftermarket seat that is still in the box it came in , 🤦♂️I bought some bar risers from amazon and they went on without any having to add any new cables but one is a little snug for my liking .Bike never misses a beat , runs perfect! Thanks again for video helps us all out in these crazy times . Stay safe
damn double upload. I love old FZs!
Excellent video and covers the FZ1 very well. 👍
That's a great review best one I've watched on the FZ1 thank you. You clearly know what you are talking about.
thanks for this vid man. great content as always.
Thanks for watching
Awesome! Very much enjoy your style and love these informative videos🤘
Glad you like them!
Fantastic review mate. Many thanks from down Oz.
I ended up going with FZ08N, It's my first bike. I love the naked looking I thought a 1000cc would be too big. Love the video content on the fz8 though. The bikes are extremely similar so most of the knowledge translate over to the FZ08. Thanks for the content man
I would love an fZ08 myself but they are kind of rare
Hands down the best video ever on the FZ1!!! I'll be using this vid for reference, I own a 2015 FZ1. I'm going to go with the 16T up front, I already have 47T rear.
I defintely recommend it. You can do it with the stock chain too so it's a quick job.
Great video with lots of good info. FZ1 will be my next bike I think.
Awesome video. Best motorcycle review vid I’ve seen.
Love your riding style. When riding you are VERY attentive. I noticed your head turning at just about every cross street. Most other vids, you dont see that kind of surrounding awareness by the driver. Good stuff!
Nice vid bro. I love my FZ1. It's the only bike I have owned that has never scared me. I can just throw it into turns.
Good choice!
Did you replace the rotor?
Yo cuz. I like the way you made and stated the pros and cons. Precise and everything I need 3d to know. As muched as you talked nothing was bullshit. You told me everything I wanted to know and more. Once again thanks for your rare video! DO YOU HAVE ANY OTHER INFORMATIVE MOTORCYCLE VIDEOS?
This is the upgrade for my fz6 I need. I love the color. Same as mine.
Had a 04 fz1 and it was my dream bike. Previous owner put GYT-R parts everywhere and gave it a custom paint job. Ive always wondered about this gen as the reviews at the time it came out werent exactly glowing. It would be interesting to get your opinion on the ninja 1000 as thats the other sport tourer i was looking into. Great vid.
Great video...Have a fully track ready 08 Fz1. Had the frame crack issue had it welded ...no problem .This bike is the best performance value you can get . It does everything you ask and with a few mods . Lower bars , slip on exhaust, Penske shock , rear peg delete, electronic and air flow tinkering , quick shifter , sticky tires ... you can be an effective annoyance on track days for a the sport bike boys .Way too much fun for the buck ! Keep up the good videos . I need to get out and ride ...SOON !
Did you replace the rotor?
Thanks for making this video! It was very informative and helped me decide to buy a used 2008 FZ1. I wanted a bike with a inline 4 cylinder sport bike hp but was a lot more comfortable for long distances than riding my 2015 ZX14R.
Did you replace the rotor?
bought one a few weeks ago from the strength of one of your videos.
Same here. I got a 2009 fizzy and am very happy with it.
Great video - very informative on a great bike!
Great review man!
Really Great informative video 👍🏾💯
Sick mini doc bro nice work
Great video man. Super informative!
Glad it helped!
I should see this video before i get a bike but i still get the fz1. Thanks for your review
FAB informative and stylish, THANK YOU SO MUCH!
Good job on the mighty FZ1. I just got a 2009 FZ1n in Australia. It come with a Powercommander, Pipe, K&N filter, other bits and Bobs. A great bike all round.
The ECU tune from Factory Retarted 1st and Second at that low RPM until you get to 4000 RPM, then it gives you the full beans at around 7000rpm.
Woolich Racing offer a Custom Map for the FZ1 and I left the Powercommander on as well. The Custom Map and Dyno get the best out of the FZ1.
Mine is set at 1500rpm now, a noticeable difference. Gets going straight off the clutch. A great bike overall, Really good front Brakes,[enough to lift the rear end off the road under heavy braking], I just tuned the suspension to dial it in real nice. I think it would do alright on a Track day.
Great video, A lot of work went into it, Cheers.
Guy, any bike can do a stoppie LOL, that’s not a sign of “good brakes”
Great video. I'm ready to buy. Thanks
You’re the reason why i got a fz8. In Canada its hard to get insurance for litre bikes so i had to settle for it’s lil brother. Thanks man.
Every time you make video about Fz1 tear came to my eye for that Speed3 that got away.
And it was sitting there in the showroom behind a rope..... mocking me.
Man I miss my 99 R1, what a wonderful machine ♥️
The best!
OMG man. You are not making things easy for me. I love my 2008 FZ1 Fazer that I turned into the GT with the OEM fairings. Same colour as yours. I was looking at upgrading for the sake of retaining asset value, modern conveniences and ABS. I roll in the EU with long trips and the emission laws here are much more strict than in the US. Which is good I think. Everytime I browse the pre-owned sites, I can find NO REPLACEMENT to this bike. Then I back off and love it even more. Even my mechanic says this is a life keeper bike. Good choice and I understand your passion for it.
Very usefull video, thanks a lot 👍🏼
I got the same bike. I removed the exup system and remove the cat and got a tune on it. Works wonders too. But after watching your video, I will change the gearing. I hope it's as good as you say it is haha Looking forward to testing it out.
Did you replace the rotor?
Helpful video,much more in depth than others I've seen! Definitely think of swapping my z750 for the FZ1😊👍.
Excellent video. Ride safe.
Do it
@@myname9252 Yeah I definitely interested
Love how you describe this beast have a 2007 model and yes the stator is still original cross finger hope it won't explode at 26k odo now in my country philippines the cost of replacing stator is double the price in the US anyway thanks for making this video it explained all the details about our bike
Your bike may well have had a fix applied for the fuelling, mine suffered from it and I got an electronic device to fool the computer into not fully shutting the throttle and it worked really well and it improved the ride in a big way
Best information video in the Yamaha fz1
I just picked up a 2013 with 650 miles. Sat in a guys garage for nearly 8 years. Used to have an 05 that I loved dearly. One of my favourite bikes. 😁
Does your seat get hot (on and off)
I just picked up an 06 and the area will get really warm then go down then hot again .
Somewhere in Mexico has traffic like NYC,, lol 😆
That bike is a adrenaline rush!! Plenty fast.
I like what you did with it, you went from a crash to a custom. Nice work. I need a fz1
Man ,i really hope you make a video on the flyin Brick like this !
I will!
A GREAT rundown and review of a overlooked bike, thank you sir for the great vids. I just got a fz8 at a super great deal and think its a underdog, I love it.
Yeah I was like...FZ1 don't need a video... but then people ask about it crazy often now o_O
FZ8 here too! Love it
779 life! Just wish those front forks adjusted🥺😆
Hey, just came across your channel. Love the look as I have the 2015 FZ1. Thinking about changing out my front for this look, looks awesome!!😀
Love your videos. Should do a FZ8 history and compare.
I feel like the FZ8 is similar enough to just apply everything...and then put the asterisk that its a little slower lol
i love my fz, with a real frame and good power delivery
Just got a 2012 FZ1 with 8k miles for 6 grand out the door, and I absolutely love it. Sourced some side fairings I will be getting soon that should get here by the time the Delkevic slip on, that will replace the Twin Brothers one it came with, does. The bike already had the tail tidy, shorter throw shifters, adjustable clutch/brake levers, slim sequential front and rear turn signals, upgraded gel seat, and PUIG windscreen. The bike came with about 80% of the things I would've got for it myself. I'll be adding the side fairings, sliders, Delkevic 14in slip on, and projector LED headlights. I love that my first sport inclined bike cost me 7k flat. Now I am really sold on Yamaha and can't wait to get me a recent R1. We only get rain here in Cali this time of year, so I'll get some rain riding experience now on this one for next rain season on an R1. Thanks for covering everything you did.
Fantastic video
Yo, I love the bikes that make interesting noises. The full-throttle low octaves must be a result of that 5th valve right? Stay safe out there my dude.
Thats a good point, The valves must have some influence on that
Heard NYC is getting hit pretty hard rn, be safe man. Fantastic video as always. Also a history video fo the VFR might be cool 👀 obviously im bias because I own a vfr 800 but they do have the RC frames, including RC36 which is similar to the rc51 and all. And vtec yo
VFR definitely deserves a video. I'll jot it down.
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Love the format of your reviews.
That is a really good in-depth review. I got all the warnings and info I need to buy a good one. Been thinking about an FZ6, but then FZ1 is not a lot more expensive, but is a lot more premium with that inverted adjustable front. Plus I like the FZ1(S) styling more. And that liter engine will just keep going forever considering how understressed it is in the city.
BTW, I currently own an SV1000S which is too vibey and thirsty for my taste. It kinda scares me too: if I'm not careful with the throttle, it will either lurch from underneath me nearly tearing my arms out of shoulder sockets or break traction on the rear wheel (even now, in July, I managed to do that).
Femdom? What does that mean
@@Krezo200 must have been auto-edit. Let me delete that
I love 09.. goes well and dependable.
Can't complain .
awesome info man
Love the FZ's. Nice vid
Thanks!
I owned this bike and i love it, i toured all europe on it. Its a solid bike. mine was a 2015 FZ1N
The naked bike is getting more popular and the fz1 is a nice bike but definitely looks better after u rebuilt it nice job didnt even realize it got wrecked
Excellent video and very accurate except 1 thing. I have a 2014 and it had the stator rotor that’s prone to fail. I believe 2015 was the only year Yamaha upgraded it.
Besides that everything else you said is spot on. I agree that stock fz1 has no torque at all. I used to live in NYC so I know having the power down low would help tremendously light to light. I live in the midwest now where speed limit is mostly 50+mph so it hasn’t bother me much but I’m still on the edge of either I should at least go with a 16t up front.
Anyways just wanted to say this video was very informative and anyone who’s in the market for a fz1 should watch this before buying one.
16t front sprocket is easy, dirt cheap & totally worth doing. Makes a very noticeable difference. I was quite happy after I did it.
I was thinking of getting at a 2006 with 30k miles for $2500 in my area but I guess I'll keep looking for a newer one now. Thanks for the great info.
Yeah keep looking.
Although I’ve seen them for sale with 60k miles.
As long as maintenance is done ,they’ll last a very long time.
But yeah I would keep looking.
I found an 06 with a mere 2800 miles on it.
Ive seen a few with under 10 k miles.
You just have to look out of town sometimes.
I have owned a 2008 FZ1 for 3 years now. I updated the rotor, installed Philips racing vision headlights and a SP Engineering exhaust.
Sounds like you're all set!
What rotor did you buy? Rm stator?
One more Top Flight Video from "The Master"!
nice vid. just an FYI, the final 2 years of the G1 had black frame and black engine. i have an 03 myself with an ivan's slip on jet kit and it's a blast. plenty of low end torque.
I actually realized that afterwards. It looks pretty cool blacked out.
Very interesting think you for the Video
I’m rocking the 1st gen Fz1!!! Brooooooo these bike are better than my old cbr by far!!
0-154 mph in a heart beat “hypothetical speaking” 🤭😅
Oh hypothetically, yes of course 😂
Picked mine up 350 miles away.
Had 2800 miles on it and still on original tires and fluids 😬
Got some new tires ,did a flush and air filter and oil and now I have a 3300 mile bike and counting.
Gonna ride it like the way it was built .
Gonna check out about that charging system though.Thanks for that.
The 8k rpm thing can be fixed by shaving a little off the butterfly valves in the intake. Adding just a little bit more airflow when the valves are closed did the trick for my bike
I have the 2008 R1 front end on my FZ1 and also making the Euro conversion. R1 front forks fit right in the stock triple clamps with no issue. :) Also have the R1 rear shock installed
I screwed up and said stem instead of axle XD. Well surely your bike handles the corners better now!
I was so close to buying one of those FZ1's but ended up Getting the Street Triple 675. No regrets except I want the New Speed Teiple RS. Test rode one last summer and it was the nicest street bike I have rode.
Do you like the 2005 to 2011 or so generation of the speed3?
Very good video, ive got an 09 fz1s full yoshi system, power commander 5, healtech quickshifter, nitron r3 rear shock its a beauty, but i totally agree with you , the naked looks the best 😂 and it could do with some more low down torque. Ive heard dropping one tooth on the front sprocket transforms the bike so might give it a go. Im in the uk and me and my son on his vfr800 vtec are going over to germany and the black forrest and nurburg ring on july and cant wait to open it legaly on the autobahn 😂😁
Also try’ a 55 series rear tyre over the standard 50 series. Obviously though it’ll change your gearing again but it should improve cornering
i have a fz8 and its an amazing bike
Knowbody will believe me but i just traded my 09 ninja 650 for a super clean 08 fz1 and i couldnt be happier. The guy i traded with rides a harley and his wife just started riding, she insisted on getting a sport bike, long story short she dropped the fz1 on her legg, they realized that was too much bike for her to learn on. My ninja 650 was a low mileage clean bike. We made a strait trade and both of us was satisfied but i most definetly traded up and got the better deal. The fz1 will be in my collection for many years to come, i freaking love this bike.
I believe you buddy. You never know what people are going to do, sounds like a good deal for both of you. Your bike would have collected dust in the garage until the end of time if Harley Man hadn't released it to you. My opinion is that you got the much better deal for sure. I rode a gen1 fz1 for 16years, 60k mi, so I totally understand the feeling of owning the bike. I'm actually looking at getting a Gen 2 now vs a New Katana. Just don't think I want to get into the damn payments ya know. Have a good one brother, great deal.
Both are great motorcycles… that’s a fair trade congratulations
Great video
I still love my SV650, granted it has a few upgrades that makes it a lot of fun ( GSXR front end swap among other things ) But I have been looking at the MT07/9 and the XSR900 or 700
Ooh, get the XSR. that's a nice looking bike
Meh MT better 😂😂
you can change the throttle position sensor from 16 to 18, usually works to fix the snatchy throttle
2nd would be adding a steering damper, love mine, but it is different for all of us.
mass airbox mod is a nice DIY
stainless steel brake lines 'Core moto' are the one's I bought, makes the brakes really bite, a bit nerve wrecking at first, but you get use to it
adjustable clutch and brake levers, i went cheap on this, but expensive works too
upgraded rear shock to make the rear more stable under hard acceleration and putting the power down in corners, for me the rear is really bouncy and I get way too much feedback in corners.
tune 'Ivan's' is pretty darn good
I bought my FZ1 brand new off the show room floor in 2008, and have had it ever since. Good to know I missed all the recalls on the earlier versions. Great video by the way lots of interesting things I did not know.
Thats handy info if someone feels the snatchy throttle. I don't feel it much though. I definitely need a damper, especially with all that naked drag on the highway helping lift the front.
Airbox mod may indeed be in order if I ever un-cork the bike.
I've run coremoto lines on two bikes now. They are fantastic.
I might be weird in that I prefer the leverage of fully length levers lol.
The fact that you still own the FZ1 speaks to how good a bike it is!
@@Theillestrator1050 I have had the luck of riding a few other bikes, and once you ride something with a super smooth throttle, your expectations go through the roof. Same thing goes with brakes, once you ride something with progressive brakes, it is all you want. The FZ1 has neither, but overall it is a great machine, with adjustable suspension.
The best free thing to do with that bike or any bike is to set Sag (Spring Preload), front and back to your weight, and the Rebound (Tension) front and back. The FZ1 has the Rebound (tension) setting on the front right shock tube, and the Rebound adjustor is at the bottom of the shock between the chain. Both use a flat head screw driver to adjust.
Compression setting can be changed, it is only on the front left shock, and is best set during a ride. Try opening it up and then closing it down a few turns from the factory setting. Write down the setting before hand so you can always go back to stock, if it that is what you are comfortable with. You should feel it become more bumpy or lumpy, at higher speeds and then turn it back down to where you are happy. At higher and higher speeds, it is hard to know unless you are on a track, or you are very spirited in your riding.
Front Spring preload settings: Watch videos on setting SAG
8 minimum (meaning 8 lines showing), you need a 14 mm socket to adjust
5.5 is standard setting or stock setting
0 is Maximum hard setting
4 is where I am at due to weight
Front Rebound (Tension) if you start from zero meaning turn the flat head screw driver (CW) all the way to zero or all the way in
26 clicks soft (turning CCW)
18 clicks standard or stock (turning CCW)
1 click hard (turning CW)
My bike had the front oil changed and seals, so my setting is 16. It will be different for everyone. Best thing to do is push the front end down and let it rebound up and dampen out. If it does this quickly and settles you have found the sweet spot for your oil and the age. If the front end bounces keep adjusting until it settles out quickly.
Front Compression damping if you start from zero meaning turn the flat head screw driver (CW) all the way to zero or all the way in
26 clicks soft (turning CCW)
5 clicks standard or stock (turning CCW)
1 click hard (turning CW)
Rear Spring Preload setting: You will need the special castle adjustor tool from yamaha. Watch videos on setting SAG
1 Minimum soft
3 standard
7 maximum
5 is where I am, I feel the rear is way to soft, hence why a great upgrade for this bike is a rear shock, I am going full out with a Ohlins TTX.
Rear Rebound setting: Need flat head screw driver. Settings are backwards on the shock
12 clicks from all the way in (CCW) is the minimum soft
8 clicks from all the way in (CCW) is standard
1 click from all the way in (CCW) is hard
5 is where I am at, the rear shock has never been rebuilt nor was the rear spring changed.
Best thing to do is push the rear end down and let it rebound up and dampen out. If it does this quickly and settles you have found the sweet spot for your bike.
David Moss does and excellent job on explaining all of this stuff, Motojitsu has a few great videos on settings as well.
I am in works for a full suspension upgarde on the bike. A 2007 R1 front end, Brembo brakes, calipers, Brembo BMS, floating discs, as well as, TTX rear shock.
@@matchuu-rang1690 Did you replace the rotor?
A flash does wonders for these bikes. It addressed all the factory shortcomings. Xplane does them for $200 and it's the best money you can spend on one of these bikes.
And my '06 has almost 30,000 miles with no frame cracks or other rotor issues... Hopefully it holds up.
R1 rear shocks are also an easy swap.
Youll never know about the rotor assembly until its too late.
This is why many people are calling this preventive maintenance
Did u replace the rotor?
Beautiful!!
if you end up being able to keep both bikes, definitely do the abarth conversion.... so hot
Illustrator, please tell me where you placed your mic on the bike or helmet to get that sound on those fly-by's? I need to know ;)
I really enjoy my 08 FZ1. It might not be the fastest thing on the planet, but were talking a machine that handles great on the highway, and at low speeds, low end torque, is very reliable, quite straightforward to maintain, etc, and will do 150 with no issue. That's a lot of things for one motorcycle to do and it does it well. It's practical and adaptable for a lot of use cases.
Low end torque??? Excuse me?
@@Krezo200I got a 2014 fz1 and I tied a brand new Lamborghini EVO STO what u mean it doesn’t keep up with everything on the road
Love these bikes, especially in red or blue
Great review! Been a big twin fan myself for a considerable amount of time, the FZ1 (N) 2009 forward has been a recurring "hmm?" kinda thing, it just seems to get my attention (catch my eye!), your excellent content, styled review was very helpful, thanks man!
I have a 09 fz1 with the naked conversion.( But the wind beats my @ss to death) . PCM5 and a slip on. Traded the 17tooth to a 16tooth but have a vortex 48 tooth rdy to go I just wanted to see how much of a difference the 16 would make but I think you convinced me to put it on lol. the secondary upper butter flys in the throttle bodies have been removed for a savage increase in midrange performance and I installed a haltech quick shifter which works flawlessly but the bike doesn't really like the downshifts so I just clutch them.. but up shifts are butter..just make sure u set the interrupt interval to 100 milliseconds from the 80 it was originally set at. When I first installed the quick shifter it was on and off working okay so I decided to up the interrupt to 100 MS and that fixed everything. Also if you own ao9fc1 the only issue I've had is the coil packs they do have a tendency to fail so if your bike is starts up but it's hesitant on acceleration and then as you're driving it it'll go but then all of a sudden it'll just start pulling real hard out of nowhere that's coil packs replace them and change your spark plugs too cuz it fouled all the spark plugs.. oh and definitely definitely use the OEM iridiums.. I absolutely love my fz1. I had a 99 R1 for 4 years and this bike is just as fast as my 99 R1 but with a much stronger mid range as my R1 was mostly top end and was a very difficult bike to push hard. It's steering geometry was super sharp but required a finesse that took me years to learn bc it was the most unforgiving bike I have ever ridden to this day. It did not like noobs and would kill wannabe tt heros. Anyways I'm glad my fz1 attitude is much more chill but it can carve a corner with the best of them. I enjoyed your video and your experiences with your own FZ1 and thanks for sharing. I'm saving up money and getting my Fz1 in tip top shape bc my 2 favorite bikes on the planet are the Aprilia Tuono and the KTM super Duke and the Duke is my favorite..I'm a L twin/V twin guy through and through
Finally, another person who uses WeBike in the States!! And it's pronounced We Bike. Lol. If you want the best performance or aftermarket parts for your Japanese bike, WeBike is your first stop. Also Illustrator, check out ZeroCustom JP too, they've got a big selection as well, then Crooober and Yahoo Aleado Japan for used parts....crazy what you can find on there.
Noted, thanks for the suggestions!
What was your opinion of the SV1000 compared to the FZ1.. What is the better all around street bike? I wanted an SV1000 or a Superhawk.. But i was recently offered a nice deal on a first gen FZ1 and im thinking about going in that direction..
Had this bike 09 . Very good, versatile, fast, comfortable. Need a double bubble windscreen, seat mod, and rear shock upgrade. Wouldn’t mess with exhaust work incremental power not worth the $...