Naked Motorcycles

2008Yamaha FZ16

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The 2008 Yamaha FZ16 is an entry-level naked bike designed for budget-conscious riders and commuters seeking reliable everyday transportation. Its 153cc single-cylinder engine delivers modest but adequate power for city riding, while the lightweight frame and upright ergonomics make it accessible to new riders. Known for affordability and fuel efficiency, the FZ16 became popular in emerging markets as a practical, no-nonsense urban motorcycle.

Capacity: 153.0 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 126.0 kg
Seat height: 790 mm
Power: 14.0 HP (10.3 kW) @ 7500 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail15%

Cornering55%

City riding82%

Daily riding78%

Touring35%

Two-up45%

Track20%

Best for: Designed primarily as an affordable, muscular-looking commuter and city runabout rather than a performance machine.
Built for: Has a naked-streetfighter-style stance with a torquey low-end feel typical of small-displacement single-cylinder engines, favoring relaxed, upright commuting over outright speed.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for highway touring, two-up long journeys, or riders seeking strong high-speed performance or off-road capability.

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Units

At 790mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2008 Yamaha FZ16, with a moderate knee angle of around 115 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 153.0 ccm
Power: 14.0 HP (10.3 kW) @ 7500 RPM
Torque: 14.0 Nm (1.4 kgf-m) @ 6000 RPM
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.1111 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 58.0 x 57.9 mm
Compression: 9.0:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Carburettor
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Digital
Valves per cylinder: 2
Lubrication system: Wet sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Constant mesh wet multiplate

Performance

Top speed: 135.0 km/h (83.9 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1335 mm
Overall length: 1975 mm
Overall width: 770 mm
Overall height: 1045 mm
Seat height: 790 mm
Dry weight: 126.0 kg
Wet weight: 134.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 12.00 litres
Ground clearance: 160 mm
Oil capacity: 1.20 litres
Reserve fuel capacity: 2.00 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Macho
Front suspension: Telescopic fork
Rear suspension: monocross
Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 120 mm
Rake (fork angle): 26.0°
Trail: 98 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc
Front brakes diameter: 265 mm
Rear brakes: Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes diameter: 130 mm
Front tyre: 100/80-17
Rear tyre: 140/60-R17

Other

Color options: red, black, flaming orange

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2008	2013	2017	2022	2026
Capacity	153 cc	153 cc	153 cc	149 cc	153 cc
Dry weight	126 kg	126 kg	126 kg	126 kg	126 kg
Seat height	790 mm	790 mm	800 mm	800 mm	790 mm
Fuel capacity	12 L	12 L	12 L	12 L	12 L