We already knew the Yamaha FZ-10 was coming to Canada, and now we know the price.
Introduced in February, Yamaha’s new R1-based streetfighter is the company’s latest power play in the naked bike segment, following on the heels of their popular FZ-09 and FZ-07. The engine tuning is slightly different from the R1S it was derived from, for better street usability, but brakes and suspension are the same.
It also has adjustable traction control, assist/slipper clutch, riding modes, and cruising control, like the R1S, but does not have the Inertial Measurement Unit, which does restrict its electronic capability somewhat.
The Canadian MSRP released on Yamaha’s website? They’ve put a $15,499 price tag on the bike this year, for the basic black version. The version with grey paint and yellow wheels will cost $15,799.
Does it really challenge the Tuono, though? It’s 1100cc now, second-gen motor, 175hp, has a real traction control system (FZ10 gets the old-tech Tenere system), looks a lot better to my eye, has Brembo calipers, Bosch ABS, and Bluetooth data acquisition et al). Same price as the FZ10. Actually, cheaper. The current Tuono is a superbike by anyone’s measure and yet is more comfortable and refined than the original.
The Tuono certainly looks better and is probably a better bike, at least in terms of performance, for the same price.
Just by looking a it though I suspect the riding position is less radical on the Yamaha. Even less sophisticated the FZ may still be a more «streetable» bike. I’ll be following the reviews with interest.
“Does it really challenge the Tuono, though?”
Why does it matter? Are you saying that if a bike isn’t the very best in its class that it shouldn’t be considered?
Like many motorcycles, this bike is much more attractive in the flesh. Heck, I can almost live with the fluorescent green wheels. Multiple traction control modes, multiple throttle modes, a great sound, and an R1 crossplane motor “tuned for mid-range” while maintaining a pee-your-pants top end rush are the finishing touches. Try riding one and tell me you don’t love it.
To be fair it’s really nice to see Yamaha put out this thing! I’m impressed
Quick shifter is already an option, as is rear carrier and I bet it won’t be long before you can get a small windscreen which could make this bike a fantastic and presumably Japanese reliable all-purpose machine.
The thing even has standard electronic cruize control, praise the lord! 🙂
Why did you have to make it so ugly Yamaha WHY?????
This is probably going to end up like the Kawa Versys which was changed after the first version turned out to be such a styling disaster…
And the sound’s really nice too!
Well it’s no uglier than the Z1000, but it’ll certainly be the first jap bike to really challenge the Tuono, S1000R, and Super Duke, though price wise it’s out of the GSX1000, CB1000R and Z1000 league now. I remember when these were thought of as insurance cheats (well, cheaper than their supersport cousins) and I wonder if that will change now that they’re putting out 150hp+. Otherwise, as practical bikes, there’re still likely too limited (airflow even with a basic screen, heat mgmt., range, vibes, general harshness, soft bags only, passenger limited, etc.) to have them as a do it all bike, but I’d buy one over an “adventure” bike anyday!
Had one for a week here on the west coast and just took it back yesterday. Wonderful engine, great handling, fairly comfy ergos although I didn’t like the bump in the seat. Not overly fond of the looks but I’m pretty sure I’m not the target demographics.
Rui:The motor is lovely; I’ve owned two crossplane R1s, an 09 and the 2015. The motor is sublime. I will put up with the polarizing looks to experience the smoothness and the beautiful connection the throttle has with the rear tire. I don’t care what a bike looks like when I’m riding it.
There ain’t nothing lovely about that bike. What a stupid stupid design that ruins an otherwise desireable bike.
Throw some luggage and a taller screen on it and you have yourself a lovely hyper speed tourer. Might be tough getting the bugs out of those headlights though.
I think We should expect Yamaha to put out a FJ version at some point, as did all other manufacturers. Hopefully they will change those headlights!