Yamaha Teases New 2010 FZ8 Naked Sportbike
Filed under: Luxury Cars & Autos
The upper-middleweight naked bike segment, which currently has entrants from the likes of BMW, Aprilia and Ducati, is about to get an good ol' injection of Japanese know-how as Yamaha readies its upcoming new FZ8 for production. Yamaha seemingly sees room for a machine that splits the difference between the smaller FZ6 (and FZ6R) and the full FZ1 naked literbike.
As far as we're aware, Yamaha has not confirmed either the FZ8 or its fully-faired FZ8R sibling for North America (we'll let you know what we hear), but it seems possible the models could make it Stateside if there's sufficient interest... which is why we're bringing you this initial official image of the FZ8 from the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer. So, what do you think?
Judging from the photo, the new FZ8 appears to be based on the current FZ1, and internet rumors suggest the 800cc mill will be a downsized version of the ex-R1 engine with an identical stroke and smaller bore. We'll know soon enough – the official unveiling is scheduled for March 12 – but in the meantime, enjoy the teaser.
[Source: Yamaha, Asphalt & Rubber]
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