The Best Affordable Bike!? I think it's the 2008 Yamaha FZ1! Review & Test Ride

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  • Опубліковано 27 тра 2022
  • Test Ride & Review of my 2008 Yamaha FZ1!
    I believe that for the price, this bike is the best value. It is an underrated bike that a lot of people do not know about!
    Sorry about the quality of the video and the angle. Not the best editing and also I did not realize how my GoPro mount was drooping a bit.
    Better videos coming soon!
    #yamaha #fz1 #r1 #motorcycles #harleydavidson #therapy #loud #fast #bike
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  • @jeffclyburn8000
    @jeffclyburn8000 2 роки тому +7

    Just got a 2015 FZ1 back in April that came with a Power Commander and a Yoshimura exhaust. My last bike before this was a Harley Night Train. I'm 61 and I love my FZ1 👍👍🍻

    • @harleydavidsontherapy1376
      @harleydavidsontherapy1376  Рік тому +2

      Very nice!

    • @Zwrld781
      @Zwrld781 Рік тому +1

      How does the power commander effect performance?

    • @Fz1S
      @Fz1S 8 місяців тому

      The Fazer1000 is enough for me, the 2001-2005 model❤love it Frank/Denmark

  • @postersm7141
    @postersm7141 3 місяці тому +1

    I’m loving my 2023MT 10. The FZ 1 is a phenomenal Motorcycle and can be had it’s such a great price.

  • @susanmiller9691
    @susanmiller9691 2 роки тому +5

    I just got the same bike 6 months ago. I like the riding position way better than my r6. To be honest I wasn't impressed at first, but the more I ride it the more I love it!

  • @jt3d867
    @jt3d867 Рік тому +3

    Glad to hear you use the back brake to regulate the engine speed while feathering the clutch, you are a natural bike rider. At 73 I still use a VFR 800 & CB 650R. Well done! You will always stay sharp.

  • @GermanJobbies
    @GermanJobbies 2 роки тому +6

    Great bike. Very civilized under 7000rpm, then it's race head kicks in.

  • @Brian-gd1le
    @Brian-gd1le Рік тому +2

    I bought an 08 last summer. Previous owner had done some nice tasteful mods and I picked it up for 4500. I gave her some new shoes and a quieter can but otherwise have just been enjoying it. Fantastic bike, very entertaining!

  • @uniden03229
    @uniden03229 Рік тому +4

    I appreciate you showing off the slow speed maneuvering even not being totally comfortable on the bike. Gives a great view into how these bikes handle, I don't think enough people reviewing think to touch on the slow speed stuff.

    • @harleydavidsontherapy1376
      @harleydavidsontherapy1376  Рік тому +3

      Of course! Thanks for watching!

    • @gunplacustoms5444
      @gunplacustoms5444 Рік тому +1

      You'll get more used to it. I can turn in one lane, but I've had the bike 9 years. Counter weighting the outside rearset peg helps immensely like on any other bike. This FZ1 is capable of VERY nimble maneuvering.

  • @paulvelez9688
    @paulvelez9688 Рік тому +1

    Had an 09, traded it for a road star warrior, then sold it and got back a cherry 08 with 17000 miles. Never going back. Make sure you switch out that hand grenade rotor and she’ll never let you down.

  • @jefferyj2995
    @jefferyj2995 Рік тому +1

    St2 system for blinkers and throttle tamer takes away the snatchy throttle. That's an amazing bike. Thanks for making me jealous! Great video

  • @jamesmclaughlin3460
    @jamesmclaughlin3460 Рік тому +2

    I'm 62 have a 2009 fz1. 68k on that bike I love it. Live in New Jersey. Been to Canada, down to the tail of the dragon. That bike is a great bike.

  • @photographyrides7913
    @photographyrides7913 Рік тому +1

    Nice vid mate, love the Yamaha FZ1 so much I've got two of them

  • @stephenpenniket9976
    @stephenpenniket9976 2 роки тому +3

    well done. I love mine

  • @klausbacker6823
    @klausbacker6823 Рік тому +3

    I have a 2007er Fz1. Its the Best Bike ever! Regards from Germany!

  • @thankthemosthighgod9135
    @thankthemosthighgod9135 Рік тому +2

    Stock 2007 Yamaha fz1 here, bought used at 12000miles for $4500. Now have 22000 m and enjoying the journey. I’ve swapped the air filter done some cosmetic modifications not sure which direction to go next either go +1 up -1 on the chain or get a full ecu flash

  • @gunplacustoms5444
    @gunplacustoms5444 Рік тому +1

    I've had my 08 FZ1 for 9 years. I WILL NEVER SELL IT. I love mine so damn much! It's an amazing bike.

    • @harleydavidsontherapy1376
      @harleydavidsontherapy1376  Рік тому +2

      That’s awesome, brother!!

    • @gunplacustoms5444
      @gunplacustoms5444 Рік тому +3

      @@harleydavidsontherapy1376 make sure you swap out the Stator's Rotor, the OEM one that came inside the bike is TRASH. Save yourself a ton of work and just do it. Soooo many people have dealt with that horror story including me.

    • @orlanmedina3693
      @orlanmedina3693 5 днів тому

      ​@@gunplacustoms5444can you share a brief story?

  • @chinghuahee6171
    @chinghuahee6171 Рік тому +1

    Suchs shame what yamaha had become the old fz still beauty i love them i own the naked fz1 10 loving it

  • @MrBeerscuits
    @MrBeerscuits Рік тому +1

    I own this beast for 3 months now, my only daily vehicle, can't be happier, the city fuel mileage is kinda bad but it is a 1000cc inline 4 with 150HP-ish...

  • @MotorcycleMayhem595
    @MotorcycleMayhem595 17 днів тому +1

    I have a 2009 that I'm fully restoring but it has a power commander and a full exhaust.

  • @rage_m4
    @rage_m4 2 роки тому +1

    Oooorahhhh!

  • @postersm7141
    @postersm7141 3 місяці тому +1

    6:53 I know the feeling. I was on my MT 10 today going 75 on the highway and just did a nice roll on in six gear and within a matter of a second or two I was doing 115. you won’t be doing that on your Harley lol as you said going from 80 to 150 :-)
    11:54 neutral, lol is a motorcycle thing. We’ve all done it in fact, I just did it the other day :-) I’m not throwing shade. I just think it’s funny because it’s a motorcycle thing.

  • @awaywayye
    @awaywayye 4 місяці тому +1

    Just bought one if these,a 2008 model only 15k miles....for £3300 or $4200 ....like you say a lot of bike for the money 👌👍

  • @alenfora1400
    @alenfora1400 Рік тому +1

    I like this and the fjr because i want a tourer with shaft drive

  • @ShawnMartinNCBIRDMAN
    @ShawnMartinNCBIRDMAN Рік тому +2

    Have had my 2012 FZ1 for 8 years and discovered this back then. Compared to all the naked standard sitting liter bikes like Kawasaki ZRX1100 and 1200, Suzuki Bandit 1200 and 1250S, Honda Hornet 919, and even Triumph Speed Triple 1050, the Yamaha FZ1 is a better bike. Enjoy! Check out my list of FZ1 Mods below and more to come, I just did a front sprocket drop to 16T and added a Power Commander 5.
    FZ1 Mods: ua-cam.com/play/PLM1U9I2fOqzXYHj4V3tKcV392B_y1E3Cy.html

  • @postersm7141
    @postersm7141 3 місяці тому +1

    Dude, is there a gun range in your backyard? Lol that sounds like gunshots.

  • @tannerross-barco8238
    @tannerross-barco8238 4 місяці тому +1

    Keep practicing at slow speeds. Its were we are most likely to wreck and it gets pricey droppin bikes with plastic fairings

  • @rolandrado2914
    @rolandrado2914 9 місяців тому +1

    Hey would you recommend to buy a 2008 fz1 for this days?

  • @cainhurst3336
    @cainhurst3336 3 місяці тому +1

    can you give an update? still happy?

    • @harleydavidsontherapy1376
      @harleydavidsontherapy1376  2 місяці тому +1

      Sold it actually. Only because had too much in the garage. But I will definitely own one again. I loved that bike.

  • @pandemonium0lxz
    @pandemonium0lxz 9 місяців тому +1

    started a cold bike and instatly redline it?

  • @Jrwillome
    @Jrwillome 2 роки тому +2

    I been trying to find a Fz1 in Md
    can you help me

    • @harleydavidsontherapy1376
      @harleydavidsontherapy1376  2 роки тому +2

      I'd be down to sell you mine. Let me know if you'd like to see it sometime. Thanks!

    • @Jrwillome
      @Jrwillome 2 роки тому +1

      @@harleydavidsontherapy1376 Yeah I’m down to look at it

    • @harleydavidsontherapy1376
      @harleydavidsontherapy1376  2 роки тому +1

      @@Jrwillome If you wanna see it, I'll be in Montgomery County this weekend if you're in the area!

    • @Jrwillome
      @Jrwillome 2 роки тому +1

      @@harleydavidsontherapy1376 Yes I'm in the area and I would love to see that beauitful FZ1

    • @harleydavidsontherapy1376
      @harleydavidsontherapy1376  2 роки тому +1

      @@Jrwillome great! If you want to meet at the Food Lion on Rockville Pike around noon, you can see it. Thanks!

  • @quanwick4516
    @quanwick4516 Рік тому +1

    You're smoking crack if you think that thing is close to 400lb and has 0-60 in 2.5 seconds

    • @harleydavidsontherapy1376
      @harleydavidsontherapy1376  Рік тому +1

      It’s 438 lbs and can get modded to 2.9** sec. (Tuned, head pipes, air filters, throttle plates, etc)

    • @jhernandez77794
      @jhernandez77794 Рік тому +1

      438 dry weight..not weight..yes 0-60 in 3 secs with a 16t/45 drive train sprocket set up. Also, get a full Ivan's Tune. A true 150 RWHP to wheels with fuel cut eliminator, power commander, modified butterflies, air box mod, BMC/K&N air filter.

    • @ghostyAutoDetailing
      @ghostyAutoDetailing Рік тому +1

      450 lbs give or take.
      0-60 in under 3 seconds.
      85mph in first gear ⚙️