Naked Motorcycles
1989Yamaha FZX 750
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The 1989 Yamaha FZX 750 is a versatile naked bike that blends sportiness with everyday practicality, ideal for riders seeking responsive performance without sacrificing comfort. Its potent 749cc inline-four engine delivers 94 horsepower and a 216 km/h top speed, earning recognition as an accessible middleweight that balances agility with reliability.
- Capacity
- 749.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 225.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 94.0 HP
What’s new for the 1989 Yamaha FZX 750
vs the 1988| Spec | 1988 | 1989 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 749.00 ccm (45.70 cubic inches) | 749.0 ccm (45.71 cubic inches) |
| Power | 94.00 HP | 94.0 HP |
| Fuel capacity | 13.00 litres (3.43 gallons) | 13.00 litres (3.43 US gallons) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed as a muscular naked cruiser-sportbike hybrid, it blends straight-line performance with a relaxed, feet-forward riding stance.
- Built for
- It has a torquey, charismatic four-cylinder engine character paired with a laid-back, boulevard-cruiser attitude rather than aggressive track focus.
- Not ideal for
- It is not the right choice for riders seeking a lightweight, agile bike for tight technical corners or any kind of off-road use.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 749.0 ccm
- Power
- 94.0 HP
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.4178 HP/kg
- Bore x stroke
- 68.0 x 51.6 mm
- Compression
- 11.2:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Valves per cylinder
- 5
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 216.0 km/h (134.2 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- 110/90-16
- Rear tyre
- 140/90-15
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 | 1987 | 1988 | 1989 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 749.00 ccm (45.70 cubic inches) | 749.00 ccm (45.70 cubic inches) | 749.00 ccm (45.70 cubic inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 13.00 litres (3.43 gallons) | 13.00 litres (3.43 gallons) | 13.00 litres (3.43 gallons) |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Yamaha FZX 750?
The 1989 Yamaha FZX 750 has a Capacity of 749.0 ccm (45.71 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha FZX 750 have?
The 1989 Yamaha FZX 750 has a Power of 94.0 HP.
How many gears does the Yamaha FZX 750 have?
The 1989 Yamaha FZX 750 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Yamaha FZX 750 weigh?
The 1989 Yamaha FZX 750 has a Wet weight of 225.0 kg (496.0 pounds).
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