2014
Yamaha Fazer 8 - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 679719 |
|---|---|
| Category | Sport |
| Make | Yamaha |
| Model | Fazer 8 |
| Year | 2014 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Black, powder-coated aluminium die-cast, deltabox frame |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Single disc. Hydraulic. Optional ABS. |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 310 mm (12.2 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | Upside-down telescopic fork, Ø 43 mm inner tube |
| Fronttyre | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Frontwheeltravel | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Rake | 25.0° |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc. Hydraulic. Optional ABS. |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 267 mm (10.5 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | Linked monoshock with spring preload adjustment |
| Reartyre | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Rearwheeltravel | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Trail | 109 mm (4.3 inches) |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 68.0 x 53.6 mm (2.7 x 2.1 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Multiple-disc coil spring, Wet |
| Compression | 12.0:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 779.00 ccm (47.53 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | In-line four, four-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Injection. Electronic fuel injection |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Ignition | Transistorized coil ignition |
| Lubricationsystem | Wet sump |
| Power | 104.73 HP (76.4 kW)) @ 10000 RPM |
| Torque | 82.00 Nm (8.4 kgf-m or 60.5 ft.lbs) @ 8000 RPM |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Blue, black, white |
|---|---|
| Comments | ABS brakes ads 5 kg. Small windshield. |
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Fuelcapacity | 17.00 litres (4.49 gallons) |
|---|---|
| Groundclearance | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Oilcapacity | 3.80 litres (0.25 quarts) |
| Overallheight | 1,225 mm (48.2 inches) |
| Overalllength | 2,140 mm (84.3 inches) |
| Overallwidth | 770 mm (30.3 inches) |
| Seatheight | 815 mm (32.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weightincloilgasetc | 215.0 kg (474.0 pounds) |
About Yamaha
Country of Origin:
Japan
Founder:
Nippon Gakki (Genichi Kawakami led motorcycle entry)
Best Known For:
R-series sportbikes, MT nakeds, YZ/WR off-road, Ténéré ADV
Company History
Yamaha blends engineering polish with musical-instrument attention to feel. From the RD two-strokes to modern crossplane R1s, its sportbikes emphasize chassis communication and reliability. Off-road, YZ/WR platforms define durability and race-fed development, while Ténéré ADV models offer long-legged, serviceable travel. Global dealer depth, parts commonality, and conservative updates make Yamahas easy to own and hard to break. The brand’s hallmark is balance: machines that work on Monday, thrill on Sunday, and keep their manners for decades.