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2009Yamaha FZ16

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The 2009 Yamaha FZ16 is a chunky-styled commuter that was a hit in India. Its air-cooled 153cc single produces 14 hp and 14 Nm through a five-speed gearbox. A 790 mm seat, 134 kg wet weight and fat rear tyre give it a sporty stance.

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)
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What’s new for the 2009 Yamaha FZ16

vs the 2008
Spec20082009
Power 14.0 HP (10.3 kW) @ 7500 RPM 14.0 HP (10.3 kW)
Torque 14.0 Nm (1.4 kgf-m or 10.3 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM 14.0 Nm (1.4 kgf-m or 10.3 ft.lbs)
Top speed 135.0 km/h (83.9 mph) not listed
Other years 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 13Agility 55Comfort 55Off-road 15Touring 35Road manners 68
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.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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At 790mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2009 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)
Torque
14.0 Nm (1.4 kgf-m)
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
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

Specs last verified against published sources: .

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What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted
Specification 200820092013201720222026
Capacity 153 cc 153 cc 153 cc 153 cc 149 cc 153 cc
Dry weight 126 kg 126 kg 126 kg 126 kg 126 kg 126 kg
Seat height 790 mm 790 mm 790 mm 800 mm 800 mm 790 mm
Fuel capacity 12 L 12 L 12 L 12 L 12 L 12 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Yamaha FZ16?

The 2009 Yamaha FZ16 has a Capacity of 153.0 ccm (9.34 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Yamaha FZ16 have?

The 2009 Yamaha FZ16 has a Power of 14.0 HP (10.3 kW).

How many gears does the Yamaha FZ16 have?

The 2009 Yamaha FZ16 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

What is the torque of the Yamaha FZ16?

The 2009 Yamaha FZ16 has a Torque of 14.0 Nm (1.4 kgf-m or 10.3 ft.lbs).

How much does the Yamaha FZ16 weigh?

The 2009 Yamaha FZ16 has a Dry weight of 126.0 kg (277.8 pounds).

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