2006 Yamaha FZ1 - 5 Month Ownership Impressions

[@brucecalvert3887]

i purchased a clean 2007 fz1 for $2500 i love the bike. i put some risers so it is more upright and a a new michelin road pilot 5 rear tire. the bike will hit 70 in 1st gear i am thinking about 48 rear tooth sprocket.

[@jeronimuspompeus624]

Really nice to see you are uploading more frequently again ^^

[@mikz86ta1]

Been watching your channel for long time. Didn't even know u had a FZ1. I got a 2011 FZ8. And I tell you, if I get a FZ1, the naked conversion is a NUMBER ONE priority! Love that US FZ8 is already naked.

[@ratstrat1984]

Love the sound of your bike. I have an FZ6 and will definitely consider it's bigger brother when I upgrade. Nice video!

[@ivanbonderov618]

Just picked up my 2010 FZ1 today, its definitely different from my prior first gen ZX10, good god the wind lol.

[@axelbostrom3606]

not a fan of the two brothers slipon but other then that its a sweet looking bike!

[@nathandaniel6540]

axel boström why does everyone hate on 2 brothers? Theyre exhausts is just as good as any of the other top brand

[@axelbostrom3606]

@@nathandaniel6540 because of the cheap build and fake carbon fibre along with the uggly as hell logo? I'm sure they are functional but I wouldn't let one touch my bike

[@adrianbedolla7939]

axel boström its not fake carbon fiber you knob. You’re just spewing false information that you probably heard on some list channel

[@juhanitanskanen8912]

@@axelbostrom3606 Except they are better quality than most after market exhausts.

[@davidstancu2963]

They're just squid as fuck

[@kellenmatias4433]

I love all bikes, naked or not, but HOT DAMN!! You really took the stock look and made it amazing. It looks so nice!! 😍

[@Theillestrator1050]

Thanks, hopefully it lasts to completion

[@Dankfz1]

Love this bike! I just got a naked 2nd gen myself. Holy rocket ship Batman! You're right, this bike could serve as a commuter with only 2nd gear. Did you put anymore parts on out over the winter? I can't wait too see what else you do with it!

[@deathwish8339]

As nice as most naked bikes look to me, I don't think I will ever own one. I have to commute on the freeway too much to sacrifice wind protection. That FZ-1 is looking nice though. Glad to see that you're making it your own. Can't wait to see the finished product.

[@Theillestrator1050]

The lack of A fairing really does suck for winter free way riding because the wind is so "hard" when its cold out. Luckily I'm the opposite of you and hit the freeway only a few times lol

[@TRDBucket]

guess ignorance is bliss(referring to myself). Wind protection wasn't on my list of criteria when shopping for a bike. I log a lot of freeway time. I should stop by a dealer and test ride a bike with a fairing might be a revelation.

[@AdamSVT]

The FZ is coming out amazing.... =really loving the direction you are going

[@Theillestrator1050]

Thanks man, if only parts werent so expensive

[@lilV2Az]

So glad to see another video! The bike looks amazing.

[@TrentFalkenrath]

Dude, I love what you're doing with the bike. My dad owned one of those, but he sold it because it was a little too tall for him. I wish he kept it, especially now when I'm getting back into riding and I find out how easy it is to adjust ride height... oh well, keep up the kick ass content.

[@Theillestrator1050]

Oh yeah this is definitely a taller bike, You don't like the FZ10?

[@TrentFalkenrath]

@@Theillestrator1050 oh, don't get me wrong, I'd love the FZ 10. However, I don't think I could ever afford it. Besides, I would rather have the 2009 R1. ;)

[@OtterMachine]

Ah man, your bike looks and sounds sick bro. Awesome vid as always, always look forward to your next one dude.

[@Theillestrator1050]

Thanks for watching!

[@BrandNew4U.]

Got a 1998 vfr800fi after my 2012 cbr250r. Couldn't have asked for for more from a bike. I've had it for a year put 10k miles no problem so definitely a keeper. Has 66k miles on the odo so take good care of that fz brother also how high is your insurance I'm also 19-21 it's above plus $100 almost anywhere in Cali. :( Ride strong.

[@downhillchris2809]

Fuck, dude, I don't even ride motorcycles and I still can't get enough of your content!

[@Theillestrator1050]

Gotta get out there, experience it for yourself man! lol

[@TheVestibulian]

Nice bike man. Looking forward to seeing what you do with the wheels. Been looking at getting a Speed Triple myself, want that powah but I'm such a Triumph fanboy

[@Theillestrator1050]

I was looking at the 2005+ model, that's my absolute favorite, Modern with all the features and looks, but the last of the round headlights... Hope you score one. I know for sure I wouldn't mind adding one to the fleet

[@DREDLESSONE]

Happy New Year bro. Nice upgrades its definitely a keeper. Can't wait to see the end product.

[@Theillestrator1050]

Happy new year, me too because that means I can finally stop spending money lmao

[@HalfdeadRider]

I know this is old now bud, don't think I saw it originally for some reason. I just wanted to say, it's the battery that does not like the cold, not the engine itself, if you turn on the ignition and put full beam and hazards on while you get yourself ready it will warm the battery, when ready turn the high beam and hazards off and it should start a little easier, you get this issue more with Lithium batteries too.

[@thalliumrc3981]

I own a Gen one Fz1. If you think yours is hard to start cold. Try having it carbureted. Anyway I have a Coffman's Exhaust on my bike. Highly recommend. Nice and loud and crackly.

[@DamnDiesel]

old dirt bike trick...I was able to limp along a leaky fork seal with 35mm film.cut a little curve in the film and slide it along the tube to clean the seal scrubbers. It worked a few times, until I got new seals.

[@Theillestrator1050]

I hear some people also use a cut milk carton too but i'll try both before I buy new seals

[@InvidiousIgnoramus]

Haven't watched the channel since you revealed the bike. Good to see you're happy with your purchase! P.S. Christmas music in January should be a crime.

[@Theillestrator1050]

Thanks...does this count as christmas music? lol

[@InvidiousIgnoramus]

@@Theillestrator1050 Dance of the sugarplum fairies? I'm gonna say yes.

[@SupramanTRD]

The naked front end is the best upgrade you can do on this bike. It looks and rides amazing.

[@mikz86ta1]

Someone had the saddle bag mounts on it. See u got bars. I got Rental Street Super Lows. Which ones u got? You can do cam swap for R1 cams. But u loose low end and need a ECM tune. My FZ8 some do the cam swaps also. I got a 2Bros carbon fiber slip on. I cut it down 6" so it's shorter. Little louder but looks so much better.

[@MattyMeltdown]

are those the renthal streetfighter bars? ordered them for my sv650 naked conversion and not sure if they will fit as good..

[@louiealino6485]

Is that the stock pipe only? O upgraded already nice vroom sound😁

[@HunMadav]

Respect! I stored away my bike for the winter here, but we got like a heck lot of snow already :D

[@Theillestrator1050]

Yeah we haven't gotten much of any snow.. just a lot of rain, so even though riding ain't that enjoyable right now I'm getting away with it lol

[@Xearin]

That thing looks slick af. Very nice!

[@williecollazo768]

I have a 2003 with 2 costume built exhaust it cost a fortune but I love ur bike that bike is sick

[@dbtrackz33]

Keep an eye out for the frame cracking. 06 and early 07s had the issue. Right at the weld.

[@Theillestrator1050]

You know I read about that issue, where specifically? in the middle?

[@redstickviking2808]

Never been first before... Exciting. Love your content man. Keep it up.

[@urbankyng6467]

Welcome to the club of firsters.

[@MisterSal9895]

So do you like a naked bike more now or would you go back to a sport bike.

[@Recklesshade]

Dope. I'm doing a lot of similar things to my bike as well. So much fun to model it out!

[@Theillestrator1050]

You have an FZ1 too?

[@NopeKickEm]

I dig the new look of the bike, honestly suits it than the stock. We gotta ride soon man 👍🏼

[@kaliguy47]

Would love to know how you put those bars on! Looks like a nightmare with cables when I look at mine.

[@dabliatpizdets]

Im on my third fz1, second 2gen. Its a great bike, if to own just one daily, I'd say its the ultimate bike for the experienced aggressive rider. PC5 and airbox mod with k&n, no need for the exhaust imo.

[@Galian6686]

I hope you end up getting the MotoDynamic integrated taillight. It looks really good on that bike and cleans it up so much.

[@Theillestrator1050]

That's the plan!....eventually.

[@Galian6686]

@@Theillestrator1050 Glad to hear it! Much cheaper than new wheels haha!

[@tsuriranpu]

I like the christmas music on the 4th of January 😂

[@bentalbottalbot]

Thermowax is likely the problem with cold starts, The FZ1 uses this type of system. Its a cylinder on the throttlebodys with wax inside that when the wax is cold it goes hard and forces some small valves in the bodys shut to choke it, when the bikes warms up the wax melts and the valves open again

[@Theillestrator1050]

I looked into that under your advice and others seem to have that issue too, is there a fix you know that works?

[@audiogarden21]

You considered getting a Motion Pro Seal Mate to clean your seals? Cheap as dirt and it works.

[@Theillestrator1050]

That will definitely be my first resort, although people report the same success by just using a piece of milk carton for full on free too

[@audiogarden21]

Yeah but think about it. Any time you cut up a material you're going to leave a jagged edge, which is not something you want rubbing against your seals. It might work in the interim but long term who knows what kind of damage it's doing to the seal. Saving 8-9 bucks now isn't really worth the potential hundreds of dollars to replace seals later.

[@flightofarrow]

Needs a sissy bar! And some tassles and coupla cards on the spokes. That would be sweet,great vid as always

[@Theillestrator1050]

Lol, I'd be such a rolling identity crisis!

[@wokeamerica142]

Way late but I feel like u have issues with starting is cuz ur battery is getting a bit low/cold specially with running ur lights when it's not running. I had the same issue with my 09 fz1 threw a battery tender on it and good to go. Badass bike tho bro! Looks clean as hell

[@paul.m633]

i'm 5'5 can i ride this bike ? or am I too short for this? thanks

[@thanosguitarist]

What quickshifter do u use mate?

[@marius3083]

Can you do a comparison between the fz1/sv1000

[@ohbogey]

Q: are those steel braided brake lines? Also what do u think of some stompgrip?

[@Theillestrator1050]

No these are actually the stock rubber ones, I want to try to get my calipers before I get the brake lines. I like the function of stomp grip, but i'll be honest with you, I like the tank on the Fz1 so much that I get deterred from sticking that on the sides

[@taylorwaligora5036]

What front end conversion do you have on it? I have an 06 as well. I’d like to get your same setup!

[@daveffs1935]

The trouble starting could be your battery if it's li-ion, they hate the cold

[@raylazuli]

The bike looks great, it could use some cleaner looking turn signals though unless you have those on for safety

[@Theillestrator1050]

These are the stock ones, I have them on there because i'd rather buy other cooler things for the bike right now

[@raylazuli]

I can see this bike being a long term/ongoing project

[@adansanchez3790]

In my opinion I would remove the the renthal center piece of your handle bar. I think it would look cleaner but still such a nice looking bike.

[@Theillestrator1050]

I got these bars specifically for that cross-brace lol... Idk, I just like how mean it looks

[@FastSloW-qt8xf]

Fz’s are the perfect bike. Comfy, agile, fast, and comfortable.. no problem being on the saddle for over an hour.. my father inlaw owns a 06 fz1 and its probably the best all around motorcyle ive ever ridden.. i will never buy a full fairing rear set bike again

[@datchallenger]

Did you change bars ??

[@FABIOxROCK]

Just bought a 2018 Yamaha FZ and it's awesome, If you get a chance, give it a try

[@Theillestrator1050]

Which FZ?

[@FABIOxROCK]

250cc

[@KawiJohnny]

hey man, does that two bros pipe have the stock 02 sensor? (if it doesn't have the 02 sensor or any o2 sensor it won't be running the closed loop system which could make it harder in the cold) Also do you mean the bike won't idle, or it just simply won't crank over until you hold the throttle a little?

[@Theillestrator1050]

It doesn't have the o2 sensor in the tail end of pipe, but I'm not too sure if it's somewhere on the collector pipe or not. Someone mentioned the thermowax system hardening in the comments so I looked into it and it seems other owners have had this issue with that part as well. On some cold days, the bike can be cranked over and it will fire at first but it wont actually idle until the throttle is opened. Then I have to hold the throttle open just enough to make the bike idle at normal speed until the temperature gets to about 115 degrees. after the bike warms up completely it idles like normal.

[@KawiJohnny]

- The illestrator - Yeah could be thermowax but could be a secondary sensor as well (02 sensor) That thermowax just melts and tells/allows usually a valve to open basically, basically acting the opposite as like an enrichener or choke on a carburetor, opening up to pull more air into the system. If its staying closed and not melting right away that could be your problem. With a bit of research people say its directly connected to the idle air linkage assembly as well so it seems to makes sense. I would also suggest maybe looking around for that 02 sensor if youre not sure you have one. Its better to have one, then to not for the longevity of the engine. Also, i prob sound like a broken record but any tuning related questions or concerns you have lmk! Would love to tune that thing if you ever needed/wanted. Lmk if you fix the problem and stay warm up there lol.

[@Theillestrator1050]

Will do man, how's Florida by the way?

[@KawiJohnny]

- The illestrator - good man, really enjoying school and you cant beat the weather down here lol. Hows the whole crew back home doing? I see you guys riding in the cold as always lol

[@Theillestrator1050]

Definitely, business as usual cause the cold can't stop these guys, not a chance 😂

[@patrykski1724]

Nice gloves what brand?

[@urbankyng6467]

Beautiful bike, and love the carbon fiber pieces.

[@jasper_mehringer]

have only had my 1st gen FZ1 since October, but man I'm in love. does the 2nd gen have a manual or an electric choke? i know they are fuel injected, but not sure on the choke. keep the vids coming!

[@Theillestrator1050]

Congrats, and the 2nd gen is fully electric. It changes the idle according to temp.

[@LithiumLogica]

I've had my eye on a Street Triple, but an FZ1 might be a better option, especially on aftermarket support. I'm gonna extend my search a bit, thanks to your vid. Good one, man.

[@Theillestrator1050]

Which year street triple?

[@LithiumLogica]

@@Theillestrator1050 It was a black, 2015. It was perfect and somebody snagged it in the last week or so. I was going to buy it in Dec, but they wouldn't finance, since I had only lived here 5mo and 15 days at the time. Now I'm just looking to see what's available and waiting. I'll just have more time to save up now, but man, that bike was nice. 6k miles, $6888. I even did a carfax on it and had no negative history and saw the headlight was a single round, which is what I wanted. I hate transformer/bug headlights. I don't know anything about the FZ1, so it's cool seeing your upgrade/updates. Informative. I miss my SV1000, though. I might not have liked the Triple anyway, but only because I liked that 1k torque on the SV, like you mentioned in the vid about the FZ1. I only know the triple is gone because I thought to look it up after mentioning it to you. Ouch.

[@bcarroll4532]

Sweet bike man real nice job.

[@vietmanesemechanic6331]

still have that bike? i had 3 R1 04-05-16

[@devinmackin2007]

my FZ1 has had an ecu flash and when i start it it stays at 1500 rpms till its warms up. might help ya out a lil bit on them cold NY days

[@FragEightyfive]

Did the flash do that? Most bikes I have seen will high-idle on a cold start, but I have also seen and heard of quite a few Yamahas that have trouble cold-starting at times. My kawasaki (versys) stays at 2000rpm for a few minutes.

[@ssroser885]

The bike looks amazing!!!! I’m glad I’m not the only one still riding in this weather lol , but that’s you’re mans that taught you how to ride??!! Lmao zoom zoom zooooom!!! Lmao , love the vlogs bro keep em coming. Be safe

[@Theillestrator1050]

Lmfaoo, I asked him after his wheelie lesson like "what, you ride a dirtbike?" he was like "NAH NEVER IN MY LIFE" like what T_T

[@ssroser885]

Lmfaoooooooooooo after all that he never even touched a bike lmao I’m dead 😂😂😂

[@aspectcarl]

Sweet colour! I just bought a 2008 FZ1S in Blue, looks great naked

[@Sentient6ix]

my headlight melted the same way on my Ford Escape. funny as hell, because it happened after i got rear ended like three hours prior

[@exothermal.sprocket]

I guess one upside of going with a single headlight, you get more wattage for other stuff. The downside? Lack of wind block and half as good visibility after dark. The headlights were GREAT on the FZ1 (I had a 2011). You just might spend more money on the Arrow head + "OUHWOLHNSEIOUHSEDFN" slip-on than you would a Yoshi R77 full system which was actually developed by Ivan's Performance Products specifications (he's on the East coast, has a superb tune for the ECU and that system... 150 whp).

[@Theillestrator1050]

They definitely were great headlights, I could put the little "eyebrow lights" in on this bike but I actually like the top 1/3rd being unlit because it makes that angle in the brow more pronounced when only backlit. It looks pretty cool. Youre right the full system definitely costs AS much as the German slip on alone LOL

[@Dreinocz]

That's a pretty bike mate!

[@plageran]

link to the rims please? and yeah, the train is a constant reminder of old days lol

[@Theillestrator1050]

The ones I wanted have not gone for sale yet but you can go to their IG page www.coremoto.com/category_s/7295.htm

[@plageran]

@@Theillestrator1050 do they ship to south africa? XD (edit: ohhhhh fuuuucccckkkkkkk) o,0

[@lifeonabike8691]

Has it eaten any coils yet? Mine goes through one every few months it seems

[@Theillestrator1050]

Hmmm....not that I know of O_O

[@lifeonabike8691]

@@Theillestrator1050 Yea man, these FZ1's will eat through ignition coils. Luckily theyre pretty cheap to find aftermarket or used ones. They share coils with the 04-06 R1's so thats good. I went through one in July and another one this month. If you ever have performance issues, check your coils for sure. Im in jersey so i deal with the same weather you do. Also! The 06 and 07 FZ1's had a frame cracking issue on the right and left side welds on the frame. So keep an eye on those! Most of the cracks happened in the first few years of them being sold but it still pops up here and there. Ride safe man! love your videos.

[@lennylee6528]

Are these good for mountain rides?

[@SludgedB]

They are good for any rides

[@Abundance4LL]

Debating on this or a cruiser. Couldn’t deal with my sport bike position. Im old.

[@bishoymikheal]

Try some fuel/injector cleaner, maybe they are just clogged up a bit.

[@Theillestrator1050]

How would I go about doing that?

[@bishoymikheal]

@@Theillestrator1050 it's an additive you put in your tank, I had the same issue and it fixed it.

[@88149288]

SeaFoam👍🏻....It’s amazing!!! Fuel system cleaner, fuel stabilizer,carbon cleaner...etc Available at most Walmarts & auto parts stores.

[@CollinMac96]

- The illestrator - try marvel mystery oil, it’s an additive you can put in your fuel or your oil

[@Theillestrator1050]

Thanks guys, I'll try that next time I fill up

[@gibememoni]

looks and sounds great

[@lindseycampbell3023]

The wheels you looking at remind me of Kroll the movie. Sick tho!

[@Theillestrator1050]

I had to look that reference up 😂 but immediately I saw the connection between them

[@mongrelkat1139]

About time mate, HNY

[@Theillestrator1050]

You as well

[@blipco5]

The FZ1 is indeed a great bike. At about 127 or so hp at the wheel there is no need for more in the real world. You have it looking nice. I like the look without the front fairing. The red subframe sets it off.

[@Theillestrator1050]

Thank you

[@Pfandpenner007]

that nike sounds soo good i’m planning to buy a Mt 09 for my second bike

[@Theillestrator1050]

That's A solid fun bike. My favorite thing about it is how narrow it feels between the seat and the tank, makes it very flickable

[@crobinso2000]

Super clean bike. 💯

[@DrGrant-jw6xh]

Hi, Illestrator: Can you please share our opinion, if any, of the new law in CA regarding modified exhaust? The fine is $1,000 and cannot be corrected. Were there any changes in your state? This law includes motorcycles. I have a feeling this may lead to an increase in police chases and a lot of compliant riders dealing with harassment. If anyone in the comments section is knowledgeable of the new law can you please share and provide references too. Thank you.

[@Theillestrator1050]

I'll be honest, I'm considering doing a video about it and addressing how I feel about all that. There hasn't been any change in my state though.. But its an interesting Topic

[@mobbinout5640]

Wow has it really been 5 months??😭😭😭😭

[@stanciumarco2132]

You gotta adjust your valves bro.

[@adult1122]

Its your battery. If you take it out put it on a tender. Put it back in before you start. Its really cold. Holdin it open your revin a cold engine☝️

[@Theillestrator1050]

Nahhh the battery is fine, it's something to do with the fueling, seems to be the thermowax system after looking into it. Don't worry, I only rev it to idle speed because it can't idle itself sometimes while cold

[@ducatinyc]

Bam bam. The bike is bananas and ur riding like a damn hooligan 😜

[@kevzrevz447]

Whats with the van at @3:43 brother? so weird hahahaha plz explain is that a common thing in ny?

[@Moto_Medics]

Cf lookin slick man

[@Sasqmoto]

It's lookin sweet, get a custom cover for your bars that's says "the illest" or "illustrator" that's your next mod! Ride safe.

[@MrCaptainCrazy]

She looks great!!!

[@FUZ2706]

Is an fz1 an mt10?

[@OCRMIG]

It’s been 5 moths? Damn time flies

[@Theillestrator1050]

"moths" "flies" Dunno if this is a pun or something lol. But yeah it has been, I had to check the receipt from the dealer like wait it doesnt feel like its been 5 months lol.

[@OCRMIG]

Lmao unintended but funny

[@DJTheGX]

I have the same tail tidy and oil plug 😎

[@ciaransumesgutner2996]

It‘s a very nice bike but the turn signals look kinda outdated

[@Theillestrator1050]

They're the stock ones but I can't really be bothered to change them at the moment

[@edd7385]

how the fuck do y'all have no snow in New York in January ? Is it like that every year ?

[@Theillestrator1050]

It actually snowed already, and it snowed today, it just isn't sticking to the ground

[@teddyr__]

Looks great dude. Get them deals fixed!🔥🔥

[@Theillestrator1050]

Just one leaks and it seems very slow, I can probably clean it out...hopefully lol

[@jbasumatary7861]

Get the full system asap 😁

[@autoaudiomonster]

Carrozzeria, I've run across them on core moto ordering a new chain & sprocket

[@Theillestrator1050]

Yes sir, unfortunately they don't sell individual wheels only sets

[@autoaudiomonster]

That price is a little too aggressive on the pockets, eBay may be your best option

[@kristijanpancur933]

Good job

[@avx7]

Awesome. I wish I would have looked at this before I got an FZ10. Btw the L train isn't shutting down anymore 😅

[@Theillestrator1050]

They just postponed it lmao, You don't like the FZ10?

[@avx7]

@@Theillestrator1050 oh I love it. I just probably could have saved a bit of cash and got the FZ1 first. Financing this bike sucks. The FZ1 isn't the cheapest bike to find but I could have probably got it and modded it with the difference in price. Then again I really love my bike. I don't think I could let go of that exhaust note.

[@jdr214]

I can recommend the 1st gen FZ1 :)

[@Theillestrator1050]

I hear that one is even comfy-er lol

[@jdr214]

@@Theillestrator1050 I traded with a buddy on a ride and rode his r1, man he was blown away with how comfy it was. That r1 was a rocket though!

[@sooridiculous5681]

That things a beauty

[@FranBunnyFFXII]

Gets Liter bike Talks about "Torque" me: - giggles I hope you intend on doing that sprocket swap, like you did on your previous bike.

[@Theillestrator1050]

Lmao, relatively speaking I got torque on this thing. I definitely plan on swapping sprockets because I don't need a 90 mph first gear

[@stdennis19]

Sharp as fuck looking !

[@TJoseph2]

They're not going to kill that L train anytime soon anymore LMAO

[@Theillestrator1050]

Lol yeah I actually just read that news story