The Best Affordable Bike!? I think it's the 2008 Yamaha FZ1! Review & Test Ride

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  • @postersm7141
    @postersm7141 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I’m loving my 2023MT 10. The FZ 1 is a phenomenal Motorcycle and can be had it’s such a great price.

  • @jeffclyburn8000
    @jeffclyburn8000 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Just got a 2015 FZ1 back in April that came with a Power Commander and a Yoshimura exhaust. My last bike before this was a Harley Night Train. I'm 61 and I love my FZ1 👍👍🍻

    • @harleydavidsontherapy1376
      @harleydavidsontherapy1376  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Very nice!

    • @Zwrld781
      @Zwrld781 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      How does the power commander effect performance?

    • @GSX1000GT-1
      @GSX1000GT-1 ปีที่แล้ว

      The Fazer1000 is enough for me, the 2001-2005 model❤love it Frank/Denmark

  • @jt3d867
    @jt3d867 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Glad to hear you use the back brake to regulate the engine speed while feathering the clutch, you are a natural bike rider. At 73 I still use a VFR 800 & CB 650R. Well done! You will always stay sharp.

  • @JAleksandr
    @JAleksandr 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I picked up my 2013 a couple years ago…5k original miles and a factual garage kept bike!! Was such a steal! I did have to swap out the original stator due to what happens to that particular model…but all in I’m less than $5500 for mine and it’s an awesome bike!! Also have my ‘03 954rr for when I wanna do the fck round shenanigans but the FZ is so damn comfortable for weekend trips!!

  • @susanmiller9691
    @susanmiller9691 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I just got the same bike 6 months ago. I like the riding position way better than my r6. To be honest I wasn't impressed at first, but the more I ride it the more I love it!

  • @Jonno-Bass
    @Jonno-Bass 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I just got my 2007 FZ1S and it's great. Handles really well and has a lot of poke! Cars you pass turn to dots in your mirrors really quickly. Sometimes you don't realise how fast you're going as it's so smooth. I'm lucky. My bike pretty much had one careful owner with full service record, and the stator rotor was already upgraded, which I would have done anyway.

  • @gunplacustoms5444
    @gunplacustoms5444 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've had my 08 FZ1 for 9 years. I WILL NEVER SELL IT. I love mine so damn much! It's an amazing bike.

    • @harleydavidsontherapy1376
      @harleydavidsontherapy1376  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That’s awesome, brother!!

    • @gunplacustoms5444
      @gunplacustoms5444 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@harleydavidsontherapy1376 make sure you swap out the Stator's Rotor, the OEM one that came inside the bike is TRASH. Save yourself a ton of work and just do it. Soooo many people have dealt with that horror story including me.

    • @orlanmedina3693
      @orlanmedina3693 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@gunplacustoms5444can you share a brief story?

  • @uniden03229
    @uniden03229 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I appreciate you showing off the slow speed maneuvering even not being totally comfortable on the bike. Gives a great view into how these bikes handle, I don't think enough people reviewing think to touch on the slow speed stuff.

    • @harleydavidsontherapy1376
      @harleydavidsontherapy1376  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Of course! Thanks for watching!

    • @gunplacustoms5444
      @gunplacustoms5444 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You'll get more used to it. I can turn in one lane, but I've had the bike 9 years. Counter weighting the outside rearset peg helps immensely like on any other bike. This FZ1 is capable of VERY nimble maneuvering.

    • @Jonno-Bass
      @Jonno-Bass 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Slow speed handling adds to overall confidence. In fact I would say slow speed maneuvers are the most important skills.

  • @Brian-gd1le
    @Brian-gd1le 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I bought an 08 last summer. Previous owner had done some nice tasteful mods and I picked it up for 4500. I gave her some new shoes and a quieter can but otherwise have just been enjoying it. Fantastic bike, very entertaining!

  • @jamesmclaughlin3460
    @jamesmclaughlin3460 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm 62 have a 2009 fz1. 68k on that bike I love it. Live in New Jersey. Been to Canada, down to the tail of the dragon. That bike is a great bike.

  • @postersm7141
    @postersm7141 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    6:53 I know the feeling. I was on my MT 10 today going 75 on the highway and just did a nice roll on in six gear and within a matter of a second or two I was doing 115. you won’t be doing that on your Harley lol as you said going from 80 to 150 :-)
    11:54 neutral, lol is a motorcycle thing. We’ve all done it in fact, I just did it the other day :-) I’m not throwing shade. I just think it’s funny because it’s a motorcycle thing.

  • @klausbacker6823
    @klausbacker6823 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I have a 2007er Fz1. Its the Best Bike ever! Regards from Germany!

    • @harleydavidsontherapy1376
      @harleydavidsontherapy1376  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Tol! Ich hab fast 7 Jahre in Deutschland gewohnt. Danke!

    • @klausbacker6823
      @klausbacker6823 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@harleydavidsontherapy1376 4 Weeks ago,i have check the Bike on a Dyno. The Result, 142hp on the Backtire. 💪

    • @harleydavidsontherapy1376
      @harleydavidsontherapy1376  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@klausbacker6823 sehr stark 💪

  • @GermanJobbies
    @GermanJobbies 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Great bike. Very civilized under 7000rpm, then it's race head kicks in.

  • @ThankthemosthighGod
    @ThankthemosthighGod ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Stock 2007 Yamaha fz1 here, bought used at 12000miles for $4500. Now have 22000 m and enjoying the journey. I’ve swapped the air filter done some cosmetic modifications not sure which direction to go next either go +1 up -1 on the chain or get a full ecu flash

  • @jefferyj2995
    @jefferyj2995 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    St2 system for blinkers and throttle tamer takes away the snatchy throttle. That's an amazing bike. Thanks for making me jealous! Great video

  • @paulvelez9688
    @paulvelez9688 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Had an 09, traded it for a road star warrior, then sold it and got back a cherry 08 with 17000 miles. Never going back. Make sure you switch out that hand grenade rotor and she’ll never let you down.

  • @MrBeerscuits
    @MrBeerscuits ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I own this beast for 3 months now, my only daily vehicle, can't be happier, the city fuel mileage is kinda bad but it is a 1000cc inline 4 with 150HP-ish...

  • @stephenpenniket9976
    @stephenpenniket9976 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    well done. I love mine

  • @awaywayye
    @awaywayye 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Just bought one if these,a 2008 model only 15k miles....for £3300 or $4200 ....like you say a lot of bike for the money 👌👍

  • @photographyrides7913
    @photographyrides7913 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice vid mate, love the Yamaha FZ1 so much I've got two of them

  • @twowheelpursuits
    @twowheelpursuits 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I have a 2009 that I'm fully restoring but it has a power commander and a full exhaust.

  • @postersm7141
    @postersm7141 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Dude, is there a gun range in your backyard? Lol that sounds like gunshots.

  • @LiquidCopper_M3
    @LiquidCopper_M3 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oooorahhhh!

  • @chinghuahee6171
    @chinghuahee6171 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Suchs shame what yamaha had become the old fz still beauty i love them i own the naked fz1 10 loving it

  • @rolandrado2914
    @rolandrado2914 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey would you recommend to buy a 2008 fz1 for this days?

  • @alenfora1400
    @alenfora1400 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like this and the fjr because i want a tourer with shaft drive

  • @cainhurst3336
    @cainhurst3336 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    can you give an update? still happy?

    • @harleydavidsontherapy1376
      @harleydavidsontherapy1376  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Sold it actually. Only because had too much in the garage. But I will definitely own one again. I loved that bike.

  • @tannerross-barco8238
    @tannerross-barco8238 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Keep practicing at slow speeds. Its were we are most likely to wreck and it gets pricey droppin bikes with plastic fairings

  • @pandemonium0lxz
    @pandemonium0lxz ปีที่แล้ว +1

    started a cold bike and instatly redline it?

  • @ShawnMartinNCBIRDMAN
    @ShawnMartinNCBIRDMAN 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Have had my 2012 FZ1 for 8 years and discovered this back then. Compared to all the naked standard sitting liter bikes like Kawasaki ZRX1100 and 1200, Suzuki Bandit 1200 and 1250S, Honda Hornet 919, and even Triumph Speed Triple 1050, the Yamaha FZ1 is a better bike. Enjoy! Check out my list of FZ1 Mods below and more to come, I just did a front sprocket drop to 16T and added a Power Commander 5.
    FZ1 Mods: th-cam.com/play/PLM1U9I2fOqzXYHj4V3tKcV392B_y1E3Cy.html

  • @Jrwillome
    @Jrwillome 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I been trying to find a Fz1 in Md
    can you help me

    • @harleydavidsontherapy1376
      @harleydavidsontherapy1376  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I'd be down to sell you mine. Let me know if you'd like to see it sometime. Thanks!

    • @Jrwillome
      @Jrwillome 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@harleydavidsontherapy1376 Yeah I’m down to look at it

    • @harleydavidsontherapy1376
      @harleydavidsontherapy1376  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Jrwillome If you wanna see it, I'll be in Montgomery County this weekend if you're in the area!

    • @Jrwillome
      @Jrwillome 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@harleydavidsontherapy1376 Yes I'm in the area and I would love to see that beauitful FZ1

    • @harleydavidsontherapy1376
      @harleydavidsontherapy1376  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Jrwillome great! If you want to meet at the Food Lion on Rockville Pike around noon, you can see it. Thanks!

  • @quanwick4516
    @quanwick4516 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You're smoking crack if you think that thing is close to 400lb and has 0-60 in 2.5 seconds

    • @harleydavidsontherapy1376
      @harleydavidsontherapy1376  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It’s 438 lbs and can get modded to 2.9** sec. (Tuned, head pipes, air filters, throttle plates, etc)

    • @jhernandez77794
      @jhernandez77794 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      438 dry weight..not weight..yes 0-60 in 3 secs with a 16t/45 drive train sprocket set up. Also, get a full Ivan's Tune. A true 150 RWHP to wheels with fuel cut eliminator, power commander, modified butterflies, air box mod, BMC/K&N air filter.

    • @RealMNreviews
      @RealMNreviews ปีที่แล้ว +1

      450 lbs give or take.
      0-60 in under 3 seconds.
      85mph in first gear ⚙️