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The FZ8-series is based on the idea of a high-performance all-rounder with the power and character to make every ride an exhilarating sports ride.

These dynamic new sports machines are built on a new 779cc engine and all-aluminium frame. The engine offers a balance of middleweight accessibility with big-bore power and instant grunt throughout the rev range. FZ8 steers fast and effortlessly, and handles with surefooted confidence - whether it’s cranked right over on a tight, smooth corner or slicing its way through traffic on a congested commute.

Sitting between the entry level XJ6 series and big bore FZ1s, the FZ8 is a pure expression of performance and quality craftsmanship desinged for riders who appreciate an optimum blend of power, weight and size.

With the semi-faired FZ8S, the emphasis is placed firmly on getting out there and enjoying the roads, whatever the weather. Discover sportsbike performance and handling, with the aerodynamics, wind and weather protection of a front cowl and screen.

FEATURES

The new FZ8-series engine is fuel injected, and uses both a throttle valve and an electronically controlled subthrottle valve to provide additional control over intake airflow volume. The cylinder bodies have a bore and stroke from 68.0x53.6mm. Readings on engine rpm and throttle opening are processed in real time by the ECU, which operates a new stepping motor to control the sub-throttle valves and optimise volumetric efficiency in each part of the rev range.

It easily clears EU3 exhaust emission standards, using a short, side mounted muffler and a 4-into-2-into-1 exhaust system with a honeycomb type catalytic converter fitted at the point where the header pipes meet. An oxygen sensor feeds real-time exhaust information back to the ECU, allowing the bike to constantly adjust its air/fuel mixture for optimum efficiency and clean emissions.

Front-end suspension is a pair of upside-down forks, running 43mm inner tubes. Rear suspension is handled by a linked Monocross unit – the link being designed to provide soft, light suspension near the top of the stroke to deal with bumpy surfaces in comfort, but then to provide firmer cushioning as the shock is further compressed, for sharper handling during hard cornering.

Front brakes are twin four-piston monobloc calipers, gripping 310mm floating front discs. Being monobloc designs, the calipers suffer minimal distortion under hard braking, so the stopping force is linear, stable and controllable when the chips are down.

SPECIFICATIONS
ENGINE/IGNITION/TRANSMISSION
Type	Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, forward-inclined parallel 4-cylinder
Displacement - (cc)	779
Bore Stroke - (mm)	68.0 x 53.6mm
Compression	12.0:1
Lubrication	Wet Sump
Fuel Management	EFI
Ignition	TCI
Starter	Electric
Fueltank - (L)	17
Oil Capacity - (L)	3.8
Transmission	6-speed Constant Mesh
Final Transmission	Chain Drive
CHASSIS
Frame Type	Aluminium Diamond
Length - (mm)	2140
Width - (mm)	770
Height - (mm)	1225
Seat Height - (mm)	815
Wheelbase - (mm)	1460
Clearance - (mm)	140
Wet Weight	215 kg with 17 litres of fuel
FRONT END
Suspension Front	Telescopic forks with 130mm travel
Tyres Front	120/70/ ZR17
Brakes Front	Dual Discs
REAR END
Suspension Rear	Swingarm with 130mm travel
Tyres Rear	180/55/ ZR17
Brakes Rear	Single Disc