Yamaha FZ1/FZS1000 (2006-current)

I have an 07 Fazer in Teal Tech and I absolutely love it. I was looking for a bike that can do it all, i.e. all year round inner city commute, weekend blasts, touring and trackdays. It handles everything brilliantly. I particularly like the riding position as I spend at least two our in the saddle every day. It handled great during a track day on Brands Hatch this spring and it gave me a lot of confidence as I now it can handle everything I throw at it, which is perhaps not a lot but it is much better than I will ever be. My main problem with it is the fuel economy, I hit the reserve at 100 miles. So bottom line, exciting and practical at the same time.

Got a 07 plate FZ1, had it for 2500 miles now (3 months) Awesome is the only word for it. Use it everyday and will do all year. I've always had naked bikes, this is the best one so far, only two minor points: the tyres won't last long, too much grunt and the love the standard noise. Fuel economy is 29 mpg at best, don't Yamaha say 41mpg??? - Bothered!

i have a 2007 fz1 s.....and im onthe fence onweather a power commander is needed unlike my cbf 1000 i find throttle response snatchy to say the least....mabe its something you grow to live with.....only had the bike 2 days......i will give it a chance and see how i get on with it

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Picked mine up in September from Taz, a U.S import. Binned the silly side reflectors and suffer the over-sized indicators but for £1500 less than UK book price, who cares! Been accross Europe on it and it handles very well, is comfy and I get 130 to an 18litre tank. Turns in a bit slowly compared to R1 but probably due to 190 section rear tyre. This bike is radically stylish compared to the old model, is a great do anything bike but sadly, like most bikes, is not perfect. It is an upright, comfy R1. Make no mistake, that engine is ballistic!! Out of 40 bikes owned so far, this is definatly in the top 3. Try one. Strengths: The engine, frame, chassis and yes, the finish. Even better than the big Hondas. Everyone loves the looks and the fat can does grow on you. Love the gold forks which hold excellent brakes. If you want a mad all-round and comfy bike then this is the one. Weaknesses: It should have a gold handle bar to match the forks. Poor fuel consumption at higher speeds. Needs a belly pan to hide lower pipe work, and yes, there is a poor fuelling problem especially if you shut off at speed and roll on again. Try it on a motorway and you'll see what I mean. Anyone know of a cure other than a Power Commander? It's not that bad though and once you're used to it you barely notice it until it catches you out again in the future!

Handles superbly, even two up doesn't seem to faze it. Loves the lean angles right to the edge of the Dunlop D221's which give loads of grip and feedback. Loads of torque makes it bike for the wheelie fan. Paintwork seems a bit thin on seat panels as mine has worn through where girlfriends boot has been rubbing (after only 300 miles) Other than that, Love it! Strengths: Great handling and power delivery. Dunlop D221's fitted as standard are superb. Looks great too. Weaknesses: Fuel injection makes for snatchy ride unless your slick with gear changes. Change of exhaust and power commander sorts it out although Yamaha should have this right from the start Gel battery failed after two weeks!

Swapped 6 month old Sprint ST for Fazer due to too many silly problems and bad warranty department. I was looking for a bike with similar charicteristics as the Sprint without the silly problems. What I have got with the Fazer is a more versatile bike with a better riding position that is so easy to ride it is pure pleasure. It goes round corners easier and seems much lighter as if you are riding a 600. Strengths: Engine, looks, build quality, great handling. Weaknesses: Not found any yet.

Bought the FZ1 in August 06 swapping my RSVR for it. I commute 50 miles a day and wanted something a bit more practical with the ability to scratch around on the weekends. The bike has lived up to expectations in all but one respect. Throttle response when caning the bike around the lanes is fractionally short of scary. When setting up for corners the hesitation and then abrupt fueling is unsettling for machine and rider alike. If Yamaha aren't going to respond then the Power Commander bekons. Strengths: Flexible engine, gentle in traffic and exilirating on the lanes. Clear cockpit and comfortable riding position. Weaknesses: Throttle response at high revs.

Got to be the the best riding position i have come across in 20 years in the saddle.Loads of top end rush and sports bike feel. Everything i wanted out of a bike is there track day bike or sport touring city commuting its got the lot. Like the looks its a winner in my book. Strengths: Got to be the comfort and how versatile the bike is a top class all rounder. Weaknesses: Slightly snatchy at low revs and a lack of underseat space.

Looks stunning - in black,handles very well,goes and stops well. Strengths: Looks, power and handling. Weaknesses: Gearbox is a bit of a pain with problem changing from 1st to 2nd gear and hitting false neutral.