2017 Yamaha FZ-10 on The Dragon! Review | On Two Wheels

It's been a long time coming, a crossplane-R1 powered naked bike to replace the FZ1. The FZ-10 is finally that bike! In this episode of On Two Wheels, get started with Ari in the shop where he'll discuss how the FZ-10 was made, then saddle up with Zack on the Tail of the Dragon to find out what it actually feels like to ride. Lastly, hang out with the guys in the garage as they discuss the rivals that the FZ-10 has to face off against on the road.
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[@h0ij0i]

3:58 holy shit dat wheelie looks sick :D

[@vagabrothers]

Hahaha, the sweet sweet love scene :) You guys kill it!

[@christopherwhitman348]

Just found out about this show today since I'm currently looking into an FZ-10 to (eventually) replace a Z1000 that was mercilessly t-boned by a negligent driver. How did I not know about this!? It's like if Top Gear was about bikes and the hosts were super good-looking. Anyway, watched quite a lot of it as I currently have A LOT of time and things like walking still aren't on the agenda. Thanks a lot for brightening the day of this temporarily couch-confined motorcyclist!

[@MotorcyclistMag]

Sorry to hear about your accident, Chris. We're glad to hear you like On Two Wheels, and we hope it helps with the healing process!

[@1000ps]

Nice Review! The 1000PS-Team

[@BoerakkerCO2Nee]

I have bought the MT 10 ( EUROPEAN NAME for te Fz 10) and very happy with it. it is monster. can't wait u till spring is comming. Chris. netherlands

[@JoeGo101]

another great review guys ...... Love the tid bit about it wheelying in 2 of the 3 traction modes :D ..... good to know :)

[@Champion2Manager]

This was a good one night stand ! Thank you Yamaha lol 😂 MT10

[@dinorenthlei5474]

Regardless of what some might think, your reviews are awesome and provide even the average rider valuable information AND the enthusiasm and fun you bring into each show is a refreshing change from the sterotypical two-wheel reviews on YT. Hope you guys don't plan to discontinue your show for many years to come. Cheers!

[@jerryx2000]

Guys when is the Tuono 1100 long term review coming?

[@grantnicholson8684]

this

[@650ib]

Excellent review.

[@DarkRiderMotovlogs]

Easily the best FZ-10 (MT-10) review on KZbin right now. To the point, good info and slick production. Well done. I'd love this as my next bike but think I'll be waiting quite a while before that happens :P

[@luisronaldofigo]

My motorcycle top gear

[@rangeslider]

This channel is top notch! I have so much gratitude for the videos you share with us. As a person who rides a 200cc motorcycle, these videos help me dream big and work harder to be able to own world class motorcycles like these. A big THANK YOU to all the people of Motorcycle Magazine.

[@sparshpathak7962]

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[@HochstartHarry]

Dont sweat about getting a bigger cc motorcycle... I see way too many decent riders jump on a 1000 or equivalent and perform worse than on there 125cc, or 250cc bikes. They cant ride corners anymore and only put power to the ground on straights... Since i live in the german countryside (lots of twisties) i can getaway from them pretty easy on my wr450fsupermoto... and they always look at me like im crazy 😂

[@WorldzMo5t3pic]

I'm not a big naked bike guy but fuck me if the FZ-10 doesn't look goddamn phenomenal. My god...

[@saisr1]

Will there be a comparo with the 4 bikes shown in the video?

[@tinusmaartens994]

The best bike show on the planet in my case !! Really relating to biker everywhere and making us drool with envy every episode! ! Haha love you guys and keep up the awesome work !!

[@ThatGuyFromNantucket06]

Well done gentlemen. I was not expecting that romance scene. Haha

[@NONo443]

lol, great intro. I really enjoyed the S1000r I tested. I find it interesting that the FZ-10 has cruise control.

[@donaldsoncole3095]

That wheelie in the turn was scary cool!!! Sound, price, and affordability makes this bike the One!!! Mere mortals need not apply!!!

[@mudhutproductions]

I just road a brand new 2017 FZ 07 in Glacier Blue home today. My last street bike was an 82 CB750 Super Sport. Having not ridden in a decade, this motorcycle felt comfortable right out of the gate. Like most old farts, I can't believe the torque the things have. Even with a big catalytic converter hanging off of it, it pulls like a 450 and a half. I can see myself putting many, many miles on this machine!

[@hANNAbONE]

you "rode" a brand new 2017 -- c'mon man, you're into production, Mudhut.

[@countryboymotovlogs926]

Another great bike by Yamaha! Honda are you watching? Your getting left way behind! And Imo this class of bike will soon put the full superbikes out of business, as in nobody is buying them. Just ask Honda!!

[@vwgti303]

I agree, unless you're going to the track, what's the point? And if you decide to do that, these will tear up a track with the best of them.

[@vwgti303]

I can see your point, but I've ridden nothing but nakeds since my first SV650, and the wind during highway rides has never bothered me. To each his own though. As far as the track, I was alluding more to open track days, not racing per se.

[@spoonman73]

You are right about Honda sucking ass. But nakeds will never out perform superbikes until they make them with the same horsepower as superbikes.

[@spoonman73]

Any modern literbike is pushing near 200 hp. Even a last gen CBR1000 is faster than any of these naked bikes. THAT'S what I'm talking about.

[@spoonman73]

Lol ok keep cherry picking the few examples of bikes ( the most expensive ones no doubt) that are close but still behind even previous generations of literbikes. When, as you know, the majority of the naked class still falls way short in the power department. Z1000(140hp), GSXs1000(150hp) CB1000r (125hp) Speed Triple(140hp) S1000r(160hp).......need I go on? Hell, I could go out and buy a 10 year old "outdated" GSXR and still be faster than most nakeds. Face facts and stop acting like a smitten little Bieber fangirl.

[@sullybiker6520]

You guys do fantastic, well balanced reviews, and you're not afraid to objectively state why you don't like something, like the MT10's brakes. Subbed.

[@AkaAndyKnuckles]

Hahahaha, I LOVE the romantic candle rendezvous and barytone commentary.

[@WicakMifta]

nice wheelie in the middle of the video!

[@MatNewtonTrio]

This is a superb channel. You guys are doing a great job!

[@nksmith86]

Subbed! Been following you goofballs for a while now and figured I might as well make it official and ask your channel to go steady O_O. I appreciate the work you guys and MC puts in, especially considering that over the last two months I successfully built my own bike from an old heap of a Honda NX125, then taught myself to ride on it (I must say ripping every bolt out of a motorcycle and learning how they operate is a fantastic way to familiarize ones self with a motorcycle before learning to ride for the first time). I am now in the market to buy a 500-650-ish cc go machine thats more modern and can be comfy on long hauls and your videos have been a fantastic source of information not only during my search for a modern bike, as well as when I got lost during the build process. THANKS! Keep on keeping on. (P.S. sorry this post is a bit long winded)

[@williampurton4588]

Just discovered this channel, great stuff guys! I'm another UK subscriber, loving the high quality camerawork and friendly detailed reviews. Keep it up!

[@MotorcyclistMag]

Glad you found us, and thanks for subbing!

[@valledesitin]

Motorcyclist Magazine what's faster the R1 or the FZ10???

[@CubanRider]

Hahaha, that was some funny stuff at the beginning. We need Ari to get into motovlogging on his commute to work as well. My favorite motorcycle channel right here.

[@sammyscrap]

How would a motorcycle hook up work? The exhaust pipe would obviously play some part but I'm scratching my head trying to work the rest of it out...

[@attackcat109]

is there going to be an On Two Wheels episode comparing the four bikes seen at the end there? Kind of like the other shoot outs done with the 300, 600, and 1000 classes?

[@1Klus]

Candle light garage? Really? You guys are the funniest... loving the Vlog. Great job guys

[@Jorge-Tamacas]

The engine noise is more like a V2 or V4 than a I4, but still sounds great, not the I4 I've heard all my life. Great bike

[@yutwob]

That skit was fucking terrific. I was prepared to watch it for 9 minutes and a little disappointed when it ended.

[@gstehouwer]

Awesome video, maybe the best production yet!! Loved the romantic garage lol.

[@colebergeron5300]

Imagine if Yamaha did the opposite when combining those 2 bikes, and made an R9

[@nakedbeachrider8798]

I wanted a1290 Super Duke R, then I saw all the issues with it if you actually ride it hard....I will not pay 17k for an oil leaking bike with wobbly rear bearings and all the other issues. The Yamaha will be reliable and far cheaper to own in the long run. Too bad the KTM is the only bike made where tall people can be comfortable... so I wont buy another bike. Im probably just going back to dirt riding since the street bikes are all made for short people.

[@andydutton1566]

Watching over in England, this is my fave KZbin channel and place to watch bike reviews. Nicve work guys!

[@MotorcyclistMag]

Excellent, thanks for the love, Andy!

[@UFGgamings]

That beginning clip though lol

[@darrentuck8200]

This channel deserves way more subs and views. Dat production quality doe. Those joke skits at the start of the videos are hilarious

[@johnlucas7720]

What a great channel! Very good informative, riders and writers. Thank you for making the content you do and please keep it coming!

[@captaintom9521]

Love my FZ07, Two Brothers Exhaust is no joke

[@falch9623]

This is the grand tour but motorbikes, I LOVE IT!👏👏👏👌👍😁

[@Ryan-re1rs]

I just bought a 2019 mt09 today.. ice fluo color.. my 70 mile trip home was so great.. first bike Ive owned that wasnt a sport bike and its something else.. I'm happy. Maybe il get more miles now that it's not a sport bike. It's not so fun riding a sport bike every day.

[@musamusa2961]

Thank God I will buy one for myself

[@dadtube1936]

this bike is great so long as you never ride a tuono.

[@GentegX]

Its a nice looking bike looks like a Decepticon 😎🏍

[@HiVizSmiley]

The content is greatly improving, especially since these new amazing bikes are coming. It's a great time to be a motorcyclist of any kind or tenure. I read both articles on the FZ-10 on the website, and still watched this video front to back. Great job dudes!

[@4theriders]

Haha! great video. It's funny tho, cause I rode the fz10 several weeks ago, and I was kinda underwhelmed. granted, I rode it at Utah Motorsports Campus, where the elevation is over 4000 ft... But yeah. And, with the ABS fuse pulled, the brakes were actually the BEST PART of the whole bike! thanks for another great video, guys!

[@l.8297]

Did they really shot an bike porn??

[@gkalsfpasjs]

Though I ride a bike that doesn't have ABS, if Yamaha makes FZ series with ABS option in America, I'm gonna definitely get em. Kind of dissapointed when they announced 2017 versions without ABS option....

[@dry509]

What about clutch, transmission, buzzing, braking? Please always talk in detail about what it is like to drive? Too many generalities.

[@MOTOMENTOR]

Hey guys any idea what's the name of the green color shade used on the alloys?

[@SportbikerNZ]

Great review guys. You 2 are my favorite bike reviewers, and I value your bike opinions most vs the other bike channel subs I have (and I've scoured a lot!). I'm not a fanboy type and you guys have built solid credibility in my eyes over the years. Keep up the great videos. PS that was some impressive lean angle in that footage!

[@Johnnyhandgernade]

Another great review, as always fellas!

[@motomookie8032]

Cool looking bike. Nice intro!!

[@chinarjadhav4061]

I didn't come here to watch bike porn

[@dainjahrus]

A review on the tail of the dragon?! bonus points! I gotta get out to that road ASAP

[@shoei07]

Been four years, did you get out there?

[@dainjahrus]

@@shoei07 alas no, I moved to the west coast before I could get the chance and there are so many roads to explore! guess i'll have to go back to the east and hit it when the border opens up again (I'm from Canada)

[@ho560402]

The beginning is hilarious! Keep it up fellas!

[@JRockettAudio]

I have to say, I enjoy my MT10 more than my Super Duke R. The SD vibrates like crazy compared to the MT10 and I think the MT10 just handles better in every situation. Just because it is European does not mean "exotic" I think they are all great bikes but the MT10 is equal at the very least to every one of those bikes and it will most certainly be the most reliable.

[@adamf5541]

Love the channel, love the FZ10! would love to buy some Motorcyclist Tee shirts! that would be a great way to spread the word!

[@jaybusa3302]

nice vid guys thumbs up and the after banter was great as well.....makes you look like normal dudes...lol

[@KutWrite]

I HATE those newer single low-beams. Must be some gov't mandate; only a bureaucrat would come out with something so dumb looking. If I got one of these, I'd re-wire the headlight.

[@riffsontwowheels]

Great review. Had an 02. This is as good as I felt that was for its time. Love the sound. Comfort. Some power. Nice. I think it beats the XSR for me.

[@kerryschoolfield1537]

Love the reviews. You guys make it interesting every time .

[@Smaug1]

I can only deduce from this episode that Ari needs to quit working out, get a little uglier, (grow a beard) and take some track riding courses, so HE can be one day be the rider instead of the grease monkey. Zack is not the perfect male specimen that Ari is, but he seems to have some chops on the racy shit and is quite articulate.

[@MofosRealReviews]

I don’t like those European bikes just something about them I don’t like

[@ozarksbackroads5484]

awesome bike,nice video and you got to go ride the dragon on it. I am hurt that you didnt stop by and pick me up on the way out. still waiting on that Versys 1000 commute video..... :]

[@justanotherhuman5293]

The erotic intro was so funny ahah

[@plegus5927]

You should find a way to promote your channel. I just found out. C'mon.

[@emoney2272]

fz 10 is my dream bike. i ride an 06 zx10r now. he said yea i like to clutch up in 4th at 100 mph i died lmao 😂😂😂😅

[@DasPryo]

Holy crap!!! I watched another motorcycle channel "review" on this same bike, on the same press launch. Wow. You guys blew them out of the water. From the reviewer, the cinematography, and just the content. Way to go guys. I am officially unsubscribing for the "other" Moto journalist channel. Thank you for the great content. And please keep it up.

[@MotorcyclistMag]

High praise, thank you! Our videos occasionally take a little longer to produce, but it's totally worth it with feedback like that.

[@TheNutzandBoltz]

You got me, I subscribed. I like the content, appreciate the lack of F bombs when I'm watching with the kids in the room and enjoy the film work. Nice job guys.

[@021200zzr]

Agree! Ari and Zach are professional and use clean language. Love that, like that I can watch on the tv with my kids (who are fledgling motorcyclists) without having my finger over the mute button.

[@berternie7045]

WTF kind of review is this? Seriously all you did was compare it to the R1. "This YAMAHA is great, this YAMAHA handles really well... UNLESS OF COURSE I COMPARE IT TO THE R1, ALSO BY YAMAHA, WHICH IS BETTER, HYUCK." Dudes, this really comes across more like an advertisement than a review. Poor form, step it up please.

[@BossTheoryy]

ari and zack are awesome. best motorcycle channel youtube, no competition.

[@olderwiser2080]

Yamaha has trademarked the moniker "Tracer GT" in Europe as of 4/17. In Europe, this bike is the MT10...and one owner there deftly coined it the "Empty 10" due to the short (~135 miles) fuel range. You can try touring on that in the US, but you'd better fill your luggage with fuel bottles. Sold my FZ09, but enjoying my 17 FJ09 (~200 mile fuel range) quite a bit, especially with the Ohlins suspension I just installed. I am interested in something like an FJ10. Fill those fake scoops on the tank with gas, add a more comfy seat, keep the sporty suspension, throw in some red, white and blue paint choices (skip the blurple and dayglo wheels, please), maybe dial back (at least shorten) the bug beak, and you will have another winner. :)

[@clanmac66]

Looks much better in Race Blu and in the UK the Tuono costs £3k more, KTM £4k more and the BMW £2k when you spec it up to match. Suzuki GSX-S1000A and Kawasaki Z1000 are cheaper. (I personally think the Suzuki and Kawasaki look better quality than the MT-10).

[@vxe6vxe6]

For fucks sake Yamaha, why not offer FZ-10 with the full on R1 engine as an option? Anytime a manufacturer says it's been "tuned for bottom end and midrange" means that it has been deballed. Some of us WANT the full tilt-boogie engine. Think how much fun the S1000XR would be with an S1000RR engine in it. Or the Ninja 1000 with the full tilt-boogie ZX10 engine in it. Fail of the dragon? Isn't Motorcyclist located in SoCal? Let us know how much you like the bike once you run it up 33 and Lockwood Valley road.

[@hornet224]

Unless you are 5'-6" tall and weigh 130 lbs plus have the riding ability of Marq Marquez, you will NEVER reach the racing potential of any of these bikes. It is absurd to argue which bike is "better". In the real world, where we ride on the street, the FZ-10 has far and away more potential than any talented squidder can ever achieve. With those Darth Vader looks, and the low price, it's a slam dunk. Make mine Black.

[@mt10moto86]

You guys rock! Nice props to the fz10. Like the limp/less than 80 ft/lbs torque dangling finger🤣......"the angle of the dangle is directly proportional to the heat of the beat" lol... Yamaha=Mountain Blade, ✔ it

[@marcmatthews7977]

I enjoyed your review of the new FZ-10. Having ridden the Dragon numerous times and loving to ride on the edge of my tires, I was hoping to hear a little more regarding the handling qualities. The Dragon has many "bowls" that end (riding South to North) with a slight decreasing radius. I am spoiled in that my 02' BMW RT and my current 09' BMW R1200R both displayed no braking "stand-up" while heeled over (riding 2-up). Also, the neutrality of its' handling character. I know tires can greatly affect that! It was disappointing to hear that Yamaha didn't pay as much attention on the braking components a bike like theirs deserves. It is their "Naked-Bike" flagship after all! My Beemer's excel here too. I rode a FJR once and I found its' handling great but the brakes were shockingly poor. In fairness, it was a used bike and I don't know what kind of care and maintenance had been given it. Can you do a long term review and slap some braided lines on it to see if that would markedly improve them? Thanks

[@daniel1993163]

Hello Guys. I don't know to decide for witch bike shoud I go. Bikes in question are BMW S1000R and Yamaha FZ-01. It will be really cool and helpful if you can make a video comparison, review and give your subscribers your honest thaughts. You're the best!!! Ride safe! Peace!

[@Wabbit1961]

Let's get this straight. The FZ version of the R-1 is the FZ-1, or FZ-01 as it's also known. If the FZ-10 was a cross between the R-1 and the MT-09 it would most likely have 3 cylinders, not 4. This is simply a detuned, or re-tuned version of the R-1. But it's a fat pig in comparison, even to the current FZ-1. No one I know goes sport touring on a 3 gallon tank. Shame on Yamaha. They're doing this on way too many new models, including all the Heritage versions. 4 1/2 - 5 gallons please, you conglomerate assholes. Ok, that's my rant.

[@baksadai]

hello hello all the way from Malaysia! If you have the time, can you do a comparison with Ninja 1000sx, Suzuki GSX-S 1000F and MT10? Actually I've kinda know what I want but just want to ensure that I'm happy with the bike that I'm gonna get end of the day.

[@leeyongqian]

Hi Ari and Zack, I am just wondering in your professional opinion. If I am comparing a 2017MT09 and a FZ10, which would be 'better'? Given money is not a price point and that you would want to track ride, commute, occasionally tour(no far distances) and ride it aggressively some times. Hope to hear from you guys

[@Profabdesigns]

One thing I hate on almost ALL bikes is the single lit headlight!!! Hey M/C companies, turn on the F#&$ing headlights...BOTH OF THEM!!! Who is the genius with this idea??? 90% of all bike accidents are “VISIBILITY ‘ related.

[@sovsemnetot]

sorry guys, my English is far from a perfect. Could you please explain why they did not compare MT-10 with HONDA CB1000R and KAWASAKI Z1000? The man with a beard has told something about that, but I did not get what exactly :)

[@kennyharp4125]

I recently looked at the FZ10 and Triumph Speed Triple R. I'm surprised you didn't mention the Triumph. Anyways as a previous owner of an 07 FZ1, I was drawn to the FZ10 lol. I currently own a 14 S1000RR so looking at the single R does nothing for me. I may add either the FZ10 or the Speed Triple to my stable. Thanks for the review. subscribed.

[@bsxxfurballxx692]

what are those riding pants zack is using on the tail of the dragon ride? they look awesome for riding pants

[@thedefenestrator2994]

Those three European nakeds may be some fierce competition. BUT... None of them are near the legendary reliability of Yamaha, so the FZ-10 will be my sport bike pick. Way easier to live with the FZ-10 in the long run, and that's important for me since I plan on owning one for a long time. The FZ-10 is my dream sport bike.

[@ndperson1]

i hope you guys get to test the new street triple when it comes out. i might have to try to get one of those

[@PatKittle]

Typical biased hype... You completely ignore 3 of the 4 superb Japanese bikes -- AND you ignore price, reliability, and parts & service availability -- all of which are FAR more important than BS like "exclusivity."

[@ericswanson3459]

This FZ/MT-10, and all the European models at the end are bike in considering for my next ride. However, I’m also considering the Monster 1200S/R or the Speed Triple R. Why aren’t they ever in the discussion of the Super Nakeds?

[@LittleDarkOne58]

Love my Tuono1100. Tested both the APE and the FZ-10 (MT-10 here in Aus) back to back and the tuono was definitely the clear winner for me even with a pretty decent price difference. To be perfectly honest though.. I'd own both if I could. Think my fireblade is jealous sitting next to the mighty APE In the shed haha. Keep up the awesome content guys. Love what you do.

[@RAJKOify]

i dont get that yamaha... that should be the "mt-10" version wich eseckly got what u say, and there is still in production the real FZ yamahas, u got FZ8, and with r1 engine but not crossplane, u got standard in line 4 r1 engine in naked wersion and its called FZ1 not fz10, and u got fazer verzion wich got front cower thats it and bike weight 214kg/221kg with abs version... thats what i dont understand....:) i personaly like more fz1 version got better looking head light and that stuf,... from other angle's i like both :D

[@hejmuesli]

Thanks for the awesome content. Looking forward to a comparison between the four. Can you even do those when it's just the two of you? Do you have a couple extra co-hosts laying around? :) Oh, and once again: Cheap, used bikes from the 80s and 90s that aren't, well, shit. Would LOVE if you did episodes on that. Maybe you can ride viewers' bikes? Maybe that's how you'd do the setup and how you'd get a hold of the used bikes you need?

[@Joric78]

Pretty notable that there was no mention of the S1000R in the outtro. The Super Duke and the Tuono have been at the top of my list since they were released, but unfortunately I have more of a GSXS-1000 budget (not sure how the pricing stacks up in the US, but here the MT-10 is about 30% more than the GSXS, while the Tuono and Superduke are about 65% more). If I made the stretch (or went used), how do the Euro bikes stack up against the Japanese these days in terms of everyday reliability and cost of ownership?

[@01phantomx]

The fz10 brakes are awful for me they need changing immediately BIG EXPENSIVE UPGRADE. The plastics are all loose and flap about. The taillight looks LIKE an afterthought and it has just been stuck to the back of the seat. What with the clutch cables that flap around Granted the engine is great but there is a lot wrong with this bike

[@A7XBilly]

very nice video guys! i like that you take nice landscapes in your videos! Please make a Vs. review with Yamaha tracer 09 and Mvagusta turismo veloce 800! And make a review with the new benelli bn 600 gt vs kawasaki versys 650 and kawasaki er6f!!!! Thank you! Best Regards from Greece!

[@021200zzr]

Zach, how about a long term test on this bike. PLEASE!!!! Could you comment on the amount of heat from the engine or radiators hitting your legs, and is the airflow off the bug deflector smooth, any handlebar vibration. Maybe throw on Yamaha's tall screen, and let us know how the airflow is from it. You are about my height, that makes you the perfect Ginnie Pig:)! I want this bike so bad I can feel it in my nether regions. As long as it doesn't suck on the highway (airflow), or in the city on 85+ degree days (engine heat). Keep up the good work, love this channel and your work at the magazine!

[@TheRickster998]

Hi, nice video! But: I own the new R1 fittet it with Ktech open cartridge and raceshock and dunlop D212 and I bought the MT10 wich I also fittet it with the same Ktech suspension (slightly softer front and harder rear than R1) and the R1 has real trouble keeping up with the MT10 on the road. Both bikes are fast but the MT10, on the road at least is now also faster than my ZX10R 2012 streetfighter I had. Thats something that the Tuono, the S1000R and the KTM wich I all test rode would have big trouble replicating. The MT10 is the fastes bike for the road in my experience! I am a bit buffled my self. I bought it because it was fun on the road but the speed it can generate is quite something. The brake pump like you mentioned does not keep up with the bike nor do the stock tires. I fittet the R1 brake pump. One tip: If you get a after market shock for R1 for the MT10 makes sure it has a harder spring than the R1 would have on a race shock. There is alot of weight in the back on the MT10. regards