2013 Yamaha FZ8 - Unveiled

Yamaha Motors unveiled the FZ8 model, whose performance would be in the middle of FZ6 and FZ1. Yamaha launches FZ8 in competition with Kawasaki Z800. Most important feature update in FZ8 is the adjustable suspension system and enhanced stylings. The suspension spring height can be adjusted according  to the requirement. When the suspension springs are loose, it gives smoother ride, but handling the bike become difficult. When the springs are more compressed, handling will be easier but ride comfort should be compensated. Thus it depends upon the individual, who can change the height of the suspension spring and have desired behavior from the bike.

The seat of the bike also made attractive by making it rougher and also it enhances the seat grip. The overall stylings of the bike is improved with better graphics. FZ8 is powered by 779 cc, liquid cooled, 4-stroke, inline 4-valve engine which delivers the extreme power very smoothly. But the engine is not efficient at the redline speed, as it loses more power.

Yamaha FZ8 has smoother throttle response and gear box has six speed manual transmission system. Chasis of the FZ8 is made of cast aluminium and engine is fitted as stressed member. By fitting the engine as the stressed member by six point mounting system, the rigidity of the bike gets improved which results in better riding.


FZ8 is likely to be introduced in the indian markets soon and the FZ8 cost around 4.5lakhs.