24 July. Friday 2026
Yamaha FZ8 - 2012 Specifications and Reviews
The 2012 Yamaha FZ8 is a middleweight sport bike designed for riders seeking accessible performance and agile handling. Powered by a 779cc liquid-cooled inline-four engine, it delivers responsive acceleration and smooth power delivery across the rev range. The FZ8 is best known for its sharp styling, manageable ergonomics, and excellent value proposition in the sport bike category.
General information | |
| Category | Sport |
| Year | 2012 |
| Model | Yamaha FZ8 |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Greenhouse gases | 137.1 CO |
| Fuel consumption | 5.91 litres/100 km (16.9 km/l or 39.80 mpg) |
| Driveline | O-ring chain |
| Clutch | Multiplate |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Ignition | Digital TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition with 32-bit ECU |
| Fuel control | DOHC |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x stroke | 68.0 x 53.6 mm (2.7 x 2.1 inches) |
| Compression | 12.0:1 |
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 779.00 ccm (47.53 cubic inches) |
| | |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 267 mm (10.5 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front brakes diameter | 310 mm (12.2 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Floating discs w/4-piston calipers |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear suspension travel | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Single shock |
| Front suspension travel | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Front suspension | Telescopic fork |
| Trail | 109 mm (4.3 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 25.0° |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Wheelbase | 1,461 mm (57.5 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Overall width | 770 mm (30.3 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,141 mm (84.3 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,064 mm (41.9 inches) |
| Seat height | 815 mm (32.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Dry weight | 211.8 kg (467.0 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Oil capacity | 3.80 litres (0.25 quarts) |
| Fuel capacity | 18.00 litres (4.76 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,460 mm (57.5 inches) |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 214.0 kg (471.8 pounds) |
| Rear tyre | 190/50-ZR17 |
| Front tyre | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear wheel travel | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | Monocross |
| Front wheel travel | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic fork |
| Frame type | Aluminium diamond die cast |
| Valves per cylinder | 5 |
| Bore x Stroke | 77.0 x 53.6 mm (3.0 x 2.1 inches) |
| Compression | 11.5:1 |
| Engine details | Titanium intake valves |
| Capacity: | 998.00 ccm (60.90 cubic inches) |
| Model | Yamaha FZ1-N |
| Color options | Matte Gray/Matte Black |
| Factory warranty | 1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty) |
| Starter | Electric |
Shop This Bike
Rider Reviews
Add a Comment
Related Motorcycle Specifications
More Yamaha Motorcycles
- Motorcycles in database: 37232
- Technical specifications: 1259167
- Images of motorcycles: 64050
- Videos: 339
- Manufacturers: 501
Please Login or Register if you would like to leave a comment.