Faults:

The rear wheel has some blemishes in the powder coating around the hub. It's strictly cosmetic. However, Yamaha will replace the wheel.

General Comments:

What I Like:

- Precise handling: confidence inspiring in the twisties.

- Aggressive ergonomics, for a standard bike, yet all day comfort.

- Exhilarating acceleration starting as low as 4000 RPM rpm and smoothly building to redline.

- Excellent quality.

- Large rear tire. Excellent stock rubber; i.e. Michelin Pilots.

- Stiff frame with engine as stress member.

- Brakes are impressive and have good feel; two to three finger.

- Half fairing does a good job yet still allows wind to circulate in the cockpit.

What I don't like:

- Seat not comfortable after some hours. Will look into aftermarket options.

- Foot pegs are a bit high. Aftermarket has lower kit for pegs.

Faults:

No problems.

General Comments:

Light weight and quick handling at slow and highway speeds.

Pulls strong thru out all gears and stops on a dime, good brakes.

Seat could use some improvement, but I can empty a tank and still feel my rear end.

Riding position is good, but takes getting used to the foot peg layout.

The paint and overall quality is very good.

Hard ride to beat for the price.

The engine is silky smooth.

I love it.

Faults:

Blower never came on when the bike was overheating at slow speeds, and stopped at traffic lights; never got an over heat light. Had it at the dealer several times and the problem was never corrected. They would not troubleshoot the problem, their answer was leave it with them and they would occasionally ride it to see if they could duplicate the problem. Well I solved the problem for them, I bought a new FZ1 and I love it. Amazing how often the blower kicks on in July and has never came close to overheating.

I'm heading for Durango Co. second week in Sept. and I know the trip will be wonderful on the FZ1. Love it.

General Comments:

Good looks, low seat height and easy to ride, no problems except for over heating that was a major problem and very disappointed with the dealer.