Yamaha R1 vs MT-10 vs FZ1 | Inline-4 Cylinder Sportbike Showdown

[@leviathan0232]

The FZ1 is slept on way too often. There is not a single bike that is better in the price range period 🔥

[@FocusedGarage]

These things are amazing. Just did a 2,500 mile road trip on mine.

[@sparks2429]

My boss just sold me his mint 07 FZ1 for 5500 and upgraded to the MT10. We are both very happy about our new bikes 😁

[@FocusedGarage]

Enjoy!

[@sekaf4125]

I have an 2001 FZ! It has the famous jet kit. I replaced all my plastic with top of the line carbon fiber, stuck a titanium Yoshimura slip-on. Corbin carbon fiber leather seat. My bike was black and I added 4 coats of clear over the top with the first coat having violet pearl. spray over the carbon as well. I get tons of. compliments everywhere I go. It sat for 14yrs due to a fall I had (Construction). Well just retired and all my surgeries are done (Shattered ankles). I got it started and have put 3,500 miles on it the last 2 months. Love this bike!!!!! Im 65 and it's amazing how people come up and ask about it. It looks absolutely brand new. (Heated garage covered with blanket). Thanks for your post

[@mitchkey9747]

My FZI was purchased in 2021. It's amazing!!! I spent 6,500$ for a bike with 1800 miles - yeah - no typo it was 1800 miles. Needless to say, it has had many logged miles since then. I ride every day if my health will allow me...I have a chronic condition ....If I can slip my helmet on,,,,,,,,, If I can latch it.........If I'm safe ------ Every time I wave my left hand at a rider on the road - it is a piece of heaven in this strip of asphalt....The little bike is amazing! I just added LEO Divincie slip-on and a tank bag. I honestly don't know my own expiration date - but I do know that this little machine has been amazing. And I love to ride it...

[@3LionsCoaching]

Got a 2013 this year with 3k miles. Now it has 7500 :) favorite bike I’ve had

[@Si_soy_beto]

I used to ride an 01’ & a 05’ Fz1 & man they are the best !! I was able to Demo the new 20’ MT10 recently and man they’re wild, also rode my buddy’s 09’ R1 and out of all of them I still find an Fz1 my favorite. I did have the carbureted version and now im wanting to try the fuel injected. Ive actually been looking for a video with a comparison on all 3 of these haha. Good work man definitely a Sub from me 👍🏼

[@FocusedGarage]

Thank you for the comment and the sub!

[@darkrebel123]

@beto, I ride an '04 FZ1, and I absolutely love it. I was initially skeptical about getting a carbureted bike, but I have no regrets. I used to have an '05 R6, and I def prefer the FZ1, and not just because of the engine size.

[@scottb6815]

First Gen Fazer def more comfy but 2nd gen is fuel injection...so no hassle with carbs

[@FocusedGarage]

Love fuel injection vs carbs.

[@_TimTurb0_]

I own an 01 as well, but certainly am thinking about a new '23 mt10 😅 gotta ask then, what made you prefer your fz??

[@anthblackab6625]

The FZ1 is known as the fazer here in britian and i have had 2 of these bikes now and they are the best all rounder i have ever ridden.

[@papatorr3669]

Good points. I haven't ridden the newer bikes, but quite a few from the mid 2000's back. I finally picked up a 1rst gen 2002 FZ1 this year knowing that I don't need it but it comes so highly recommended. I have to say it's just such a great bike all around. I was going to decide between it and my Hornet 919 but they are different enough. I live surrounded by twisty two lane roads as well as twisty mountain roads near Skyline Drive. So bikes like the SV650 are all I need. But I also enjoy a 2003 Nighthawk 750, Vulcan 750, and Intruder 800 to name three on these back roads. I've eliminated the 600cc and smaller bikes as well as the 1100cc and larger bikes. I'm working on reducing the herd from a couple of dozen bikes to a dozen. But it looks like the above are staying.

[@chuckkelley5894]

I've been riding for decades. Currently, I have several bikes including a 2003 FZ1. Among the others is a 2013 Ducati Diavel AMG. If I could only keep one or the other of these I'd go with the FZ1. The Ducati, still under 10,000 miles, is a blast to ride but always a handful. It hates the city, slow speeds, and the absence of crazed laughter. Basically, anything under Mach IV and rubbing the print off the tires pisses it off. While fun and great looks, I still prefer the FZ. It's as perfect of a motorcycle as I've ever owned or ridden. If I think it the FZ just does it. With the Ducati if I think it It says, Oh, really, and then tries to kill me.

[@donnyazoff980]

I used to own an FZ1, it was the most awesome bike I have owned!!!!

[@dg8062]

I have a '18 mt10 among others but FZ1 is a SOLID, tried and true machine 👍

[@FocusedGarage]

Both fantastic bikes!

[@tmactmac96]

Holy shit! Dude you actually drove right past my house in this video. lmfaooo

[@FocusedGarage]

No way! That's wild lol.

[@Jaapst]

I am in love with how the mt10 looks it’s just the king of bikes at the moment. The fz1 is the cool dad but the dad is not as cool anymore then when he was younger. Anyway I don’t have the money for mt10 so I’m going to buy fz1 😂

[@Zen_Ft5e]

I have a 2010 FZ1S bought new and still prefer it over the new MT10, mainly because of the complete lack of electronics. Not even ABS.

[@BikingVikingHH]

My FZ1 is about to hit 100k miles and still going strong. It’s compression is equal across cylinders but a little low, so it’s down on some power, but I’m definitely going to replace it with a fresh engine instead of going to the MT 10, it’s just ugly

[@FocusedGarage]

That is impressive!

[@DaRuler66]

any rotor problems ? what year bike ?

[@chuckkelley5894]

@@BikingVikingHH look for an oil additive called CLM. If you can find it It will fix you right up.

[@Na2gumiBlogspot]

Nice video. For touring purposes the Fazer 1 (the one with the front fairing) is great. The MT10 is better in every other aspect: chassis, clearance, power delivery, suspension, brakes, electronics, looks. Both the FZ1 and the MT10 power wise are equally matched.

[@FocusedGarage]

Thanks for the input!

[@vicpnut1]

Mt10 is horrendous looking , bias opinion as I have a 09 fz1 made into a N . The N looks miles better than stock “full faired” fz1 … mine has some miles and was dumped by previous owner (small dent in tank at top and various small scratches here and there . But it suits me as now I’m not worried about “keeping it mint “. Imo with limited experience with it , just started riding it this season , with I think a tune ( but I don’t know) and a 47 tooth rear ( I don’t know about front & a fake yosh slip on from eBay …. It cranks and sounds awesome and not to uncomfortable… and getting 35-40 mpg makes it perfect for me

[@Na2gumiBlogspot]

@@vicpnut1 it doesn't matter how it looks. The MT10, as machinery, as motorcycle is way, way better than the FZ1: chassis, brakes, handling, engine power distribution, TC, ABS, everything is just better

[@vicpnut1]

@@Na2gumiBlogspot yeah for most people if they can afford twice the money the mt would be the way to go …guess I’m saying for me or imo the fz1 is more suited to me …etc ..

[@ppopovich2847]

FZ1 & FZ1N are nice looking bikes. The MT01 is just plain ugly. If I liked ugly bikes I would be riding a B-King.

[@Baloovanz]

I have just brought the same FZ1 in the same colour as yours. I like the look of your handlebar setup. Do you know which bars and risers are they?

[@perrybeyer7531]

Touring the Driftless Area... that's where a majority of my weekend riding is done. Mostly SE MN and western WI. Occasional longer trips to IA and IL too. Been down a few of those roads in the video myself. I would love an FZ1, if only I could find one in decent shape. I did own its little brother though. A 2009 FZ6 and miss that bike. Unfortunately, it met its demise striking a big whitetail buck that decided to suddenly jump out of the woods and cross the road!

[@FocusedGarage]

I can't wait to get back out there in the driftless area!

[@veljkovic92]

Fazer was definitely the bike to really do it all. Yamaha did a bad move by discontinuing it. I'm not quite convinced Mt10 is a proper substitute, even with touring accessories...

[@FocusedGarage]

I would love a "Tracer" version of the MT-10.

[@veljkovic92]

@@FocusedGarage hardly coming this or next year. Still non understandable when i take in fact how popular Fazer is. In every country I've been, you can see them on the streets and on ads with many kilometers on.

[@veljkovic92]

After al this bla, bla i ended up buying MT and loving it so much. It's definitely a brother of Fazer. 🙏

[@FocusedGarage]

Did you go with an MT10 or the MT09? Congrats on the new bike!

[@veljkovic92]

@@FocusedGarage Thanks! 🙏 I got a black MT10 Touring Edition. Loving it so much. It is more aggressive than FZ1 because of that crossplane, low RPM power plus short wheelbase. I was searching for almost two year for the bike that suits me best... Went from Ninja H2SX to BMW S1000XR but nothing is like good, old Yamaha, in my opinion. 😮

[@fabzrustrider9838]

Awesome video💯 very informative love from UK 🇬🇧

[@FocusedGarage]

Thanks!

[@epiclorax]

Hey, I've got an fz1 right now and my biggest complaint is the stock seat. What aftermarket seat did you use that you thought was more comfortable? Great bike other than that.

[@FocusedGarage]

Mine had the Eddie Dirt Road seat. Was super comfortable for long rides.

[@artalexander5922]

Seat are hard as hell

[@heavensent7183]

I've modified my stock seat with memory foam and it's still awful. Most uncomfy bike I've ever owned.

[@GSX1000GT-1]

Nice video.Thanks☺ I bought a Fazer 1000 in 2006.I am very satisfied with that outgoing model with carburettor 143 no. I feel like throw up, when I look at the MT 10 design, even I admit it is a powerful bike. Yamaha design group should take a look at Triump 1200 wind protection design, or Kawasaki Ninja X10 Rr, or BMW 1000 sportsbikes.Looking forward to spring temperatures.All guys out , i wish you all a safe drive.See you Frank Denmark /Europe all over

[@jhernandez77794]

Hey, what front fork spirings/cartridge kit and rear shock do you have on your bike or recommend? Recently bought an 09 FZ1 and supsension is a bit soft for my 220lbs ass

[@FocusedGarage]

Rear shock that was rebuilt, revalved, and resprung, by Traxxion Dynamics (Running a R1 style shock with Eibach spring and piggyback reservoir). Forks done by Chicago Performance.

[@teocampos8657]

I live in Los Angeles,CA and my commute is 12 miles one way. I’m thinking of picking the fz1 previously had an MT 07 2018. I would use this primarily for commuting half commuting miles of the freeway the other half in city traffic. Do you think this bike would make for a great commuter?

[@FocusedGarage]

The FZ1 would be a great commuter bike. Only problem is when modded the MPG isn't the best.

[@moosecapades1722]

I did 35mi. each way to work on I95 in PA. Wonderful commuter. 06-15 get it flashed, totally different bike. No snatchiness, no timing retard in 1rst, 2nd, and 3rd under 5000 rpm. You will be very happy. Not much out there can beat it on the highway.

[@bccapone837]

great little comparison review , Just reluctantly sold an fz1n 2007 and it was a great bike but high mileage and origanlly a cat c , on the market for a new one and I'm gravitating towards a newer fresh fz1 as all the competition in the naked class isn't bringing anything great to the table for the money apart from Quick shifter and slightly newer bike but the fz1 was great for a pillion too and the newer ones have less movement on the seats , so I'm thinking for 4-5 grand the fz1 is the best because I'm not sure the extra 3 grand is going to bring me to anything better, totally agree on reliable side , there's an mt10 on auto trader UK that's got 66,000 miles on it a 2016 plate and still holding it's value 👍🏼👌🏼

[@FocusedGarage]

Jealous that you guys get the FZ1N over there in the UK haha.

[@nurzrachit7133]

Had an 03 fz1 and drove it for 16 years. I'm thinking about getting another one to get me by until I can afford to get my 24 katana. I was thinking about buying it new, but they're $14k New so I'm going to sit on that fact for a few days before I get involved in the purchase. They're plenty of newer Fz's at great prices to hold me off until I get a decent deal on katana. I actually really like the Katana and I really want one, but it isn't really a big step up from the FZ1 cuz that bike hauls serious AZZ!

[@frankweibull1796]

Important You have to update the rotor the magnets Will lozen. And take good care of the abs blok if you dont change the brakefluid and flush the right way it Will fasten.

[@tmactmac96]

Broooo I love blackjack road going out of Galena! One of my favorites.

[@FocusedGarage]

Yes! One of my favorites out that way.

[@DsCheng81]

Tuned Fz1 FTW !

[@FocusedGarage]

Love this machine!

[@michaellilley6725]

What about the Chinese screen you fitted to the FZ1, you said you'd do an after test ride review, I have a quality screen fitted to mine but the wind draught is terrible, I wondered if a taller screen reduced this somewhat?

[@FocusedGarage]

The eBay screen ended up being pretty good, but still not the best. I'll probably try another out. It is a big improvement over the Copperdawg.

[@watsona45]

I have a very tall screen on my '15 and it serves me well at 5'9...however, the wind noise is louder as it creates more drag.

[@michaellilley6725]

@@watsona45 Thanks for your reply, I have since fitted a slightly taller touring screen, it helps with the head buffeting but as you say the wind noise seems worse. Also I don't know if it was heat from sunlight of not but when parked, covered by a bike cover the screen has developed first one, now many stress fractures which look like millipedes. I must contact the manufacturer and tell them as this never happened with the original screen.

[@FocusedGarage]

Try the Puig Touring Windshield!

[@moosecapades1722]

I have the National Cycle lexan (polycarbonate, made in USA). A little noisy, so I'm adding a 'flap' to it.

[@ShawnMartinNCBIRDMAN]

FZ1 for the win.

[@FocusedGarage]

Can't go wrong!

[@ShawnMartinNCBIRDMAN]

@@FocusedGarage had mine for 8.5 years, got some goodies on it check out my FZ1 playlist if you want to share some upgrades to the FZ1 folks... FZ1 Mods: kzbin.info/aero/PLM1U9I2fOqzXYHj4V3tKcV392B_y1E3Cy

[@DarrenNY81]

Talking to someone about one now. 3.7k. 2007fz1. Has 24k milage. Thoughts?

[@FocusedGarage]

In this wild market that actually seems like a good price.

[@Kapitalist88]

If you manage to give him 3k for it: best deal ever, one way or the other!

[@MaxMichel-eo6kj]

Got my 02 fz1 for 2700 with 21k miles, guy who had it before was afraid of it and wanted to get it to someone who’d love it….I’ve had 8 bikes, this is by far my favorite.

[@county_bear9509]

I like the mt10 look more than the FZ1... but if we put a windshield on the mt idk if it'd look as good. I love the MT 10 ram air ducts and the crossplane crank. But it may be to tall for 5'4 me. I can ride the FZ1 just fine. If I found a deal like I once did on a FZ I'd buy it. But it sold the weekend before I could buy it. Super clean 2014 with 12k miles for 6k. I have a fjr1300 which is a great distance bike. But not as sporty as I want. And after owning a naked I know I like a windshield on the highway.

[@luisloya1120]

Thank you for this video

[@FocusedGarage]

No problem!

[@MOTRBOAT]

Hello can you share your handlebar and riser setup? Did you have to extend cables and wires?

[@FocusedGarage]

I believe the bike had stock cables and wires, and was running some type of Rizoma bar.

[@mitchkey9747]

What is your phone mount?

[@DaRuler66]

any rotor problems on the FZ ?

[@FocusedGarage]

Rotor had already been replaced on this unit.

[@darkrebel123]

Interesting comment about the fuel efficiency. My '04 FZ1 gets 50+ MPG on the highway. In town maybe 35ish. I used to have an R6 and it never got better than 30 MPG, even on the highway.

[@FocusedGarage]

The first gen FZ1 gets better MPG than the second gen.

[@DarthRevan12]

@@FocusedGarage how much difference 5mpg or 10

[@moosecapades1722]

My 09 gets 35-38mpg normally and 28-31 if I ride like an animal💀

[@danlford]

Its the crossplane engine that makes the mt and r1 mpg suck,but I never understood why the 2nd gen fz got so much worse mpg than the gen 1. Youd think that the fi would help the mpg instead of hurt it. That was the main reason I never bought the 2nd gen bike because I enjoy my 200 mile range on my 03.

[@natebillings5724]

I just bought a 03 fz1 and my buddies were talking last night about me buting a liter bike 😂 now granted this is my first actual bike and a liter is a bit much but hey when you grab a deal and its a steal you cant say no😂.

[@luisloya1120]

I Love Yamaha bikes!!!!!

[@FocusedGarage]

Great machines!

[@rabidmarshmallow5645]

Hey why are you not givin the biker wave man??

[@FocusedGarage]

Most of the time I usually do.

[@UnburdenedByWhatHasBeen]

my buddy just bought a 2015 fz1 and he is doing the euro naked conversion.

[@FocusedGarage]

Very nice!

[@kevinclose5840]

I'm thinking about that too on my 2009, cheap Chinese kits are only $180 on ebay like the look but might miss the wind protection

[@davidlmf]

Do you get wobbles often with the fz1 is your suspension tuned

[@FocusedGarage]

No, wobbles are very rare on this bike. Only at high speeds, typically when aggressively changing gears. The suspension is upgraded all around and tuned to specific settings.

[@moosecapades1722]

Been to top speed no wobbles. MUST be smooth at high speeds. No jerking any inputs.

[@RR-eg6gx]

Stop telling layers about R1 engine in fz1! It's completely different engine! Crankshaft,pistons ... everything

[@UnburdenedByWhatHasBeen]

lmao, u need a back bone of steel to do long distances on a r1. i rode from Maryland to tail of the dragon when i was in my early 30s on my old 2008 r1 and my back was destroyed. my mt10 is easier to do a trip like that.

[@FocusedGarage]

Very true, lol.

[@andyclark6771]

Honda r1 ? . 😆 thanks for the info 👍

[@FocusedGarage]

His name is "Onder" and he rides an R1. haha.

[@stevewill3572]

You won’t find a good fz1 for less than 6k

[@FocusedGarage]

Not anymore unfortunately. Mine is actually still for sale at the dealer I traded it to.

[@kevinclose5840]

Just bought a blue 2009 fz1, 9900 miles like this one for $5000

[@stevewill3572]

@@kevinclose5840 change the magnetic housing immediately

[@Coogfan1996]

6:32 when he races the other bikes

[@FocusedGarage]

Thanks for the shortcut.

[@stuartracing1]

SHOW DOWN???? REALLY....

[@FocusedGarage]

Showing down.

[@martinmartinez2877]

Waste of time video

[@chinghuahee9667]

The mt looks really bad fz1n all the way

[@krystiandrabek5148]

Fz1 also has cross plane engine

[@FocusedGarage]

Does it? I was unaware that the FZ1 ever got the CP4.