Sportbikes
1989Yamaha FZR 750 R
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The 1989 Yamaha FZR 750 R is a homologation sport bike built for racing, for riders who want rare, track-bred inline-four performance. Its 749cc liquid-cooled engine makes 121 hp, with a 20-litre tank.
- Capacity
- 749.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 215.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 121.0 HP (89.0 kW) @ 12000 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily for track-focused sport riding and cornering performance rather than practicality.
- Built for
- A raw, race-bred inline-four with a five-valve-per-cylinder head that rewards riders who like to work the engine hard and carve through corners with precision.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for beginners, commuters seeking comfort, or anyone planning long-distance touring or 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
- 121.0 HP (89.0 kW) @ 12000 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5628 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 72.0 x 46.0 mm
- Compression
- 11.4:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Valves per cylinder
- 5
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- 120/70-17
- Rear tyre
- 170/60-17
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 | 1989 | 1990 | 1991 | 1992 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 749 cc | 749 cc | 749 cc | 749 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 20 L | 20 L | 20 L | 20 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 FZR 750 R?
The 1989 Yamaha FZR 750 R has a Capacity of 749.0 ccm (45.71 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha FZR 750 R have?
The 1989 Yamaha FZR 750 R has a Power of 121.0 HP (89.0 kW) @ 12000 RPM.
How many gears does the Yamaha FZR 750 R have?
The 1989 Yamaha FZR 750 R has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Yamaha FZR 750 R weigh?
The 1989 Yamaha FZR 750 R has a Wet weight of 215.0 kg (474.0 pounds).
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