Yamaha FZS 1000cc Fazer Review (2001)

Embark on a thrilling ride as Paul Johnston explores the Yamaha FZS 1000cc Fazer-an exhilarating fusion of R1 and Fazer influences. Unleashing power and style, this two-wheeled marvel promises a dynamic experience that seamlessly blends inspiration from high-performance R1 with the iconic Fazer.
Join Paul on a journey of pure excitement as he delves into the heart of this cutting-edge machine, revealing a masterpiece that redefines the boundaries of speed and innovation.
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[@turbo6952]

I just picked up an 01 fz1 for $2400 a week ago and this is the best bike I've owned. I love it

[@johnsmith-mm1vt]

good for you,I have had mine since 01.I am getting the bike back on the road as I parked it up a few years ago.Done 100k on it still a great machine. I reckon this particular model will be deemed a classic in years to come , still looks better than the new ones.! Best bike I,ve ever owned too.

[@atillaadn]

you did 100k on this bike? you mean miles? I was considering to buy an fzs1000 at 50k miles yet I have hesitations as to the reliability of its engine. Maybe it is more reliable than I assume?

[@Foontflaky]

Found a craigslist 2001 FZ1 , high miles, 81000 no title but had from appearances had never been dumped. The VIN came back clean, and the seller cut his $800 asking price in half, and practically begged me to get it out of there. For stupid cheap money I have a machine that after a new chain and sprockets, oil change and filter and fresh lo-lead, a motorcycle that runs as new, and the cylinder compression is like it left the factory. Got a bonded title on it and, for less than one stack have essentially 140 hp rocketship.

[@MrMitokiller]

how do u get a bonded title?

[@Foontflaky]

@@MrMitokiller Its a little involved here in Colorado, Get the machine appraised written on dealer letterhead, get a surety bond for twice the bikes worth, have the state patrol run the vin, take that paperwork to the dept of revenue and find out who last registered it, contact them certified mail to fill out an affadavit or have the envelope returned to sender, proof of insurance, then get it all past a title clerk at DMV, simple LOL.

[@MrMitokiller]

@@Foontflaky tx

[@sushibar1]

Dont get fz get fzs 600 or 1000 1998 to 2004 best bike ever built

[@saynt513cs]

I have the '03 and it is fantastic!

[@ScragNath]

Bought one on the day the new number plate format came out (August 2001). Fantastic bike.

[@Luxman1958]

coming from a Yamaha XJ700-x bought a bleu one from 2003, low milage. the Fazer 1000 has it all, esay to handle, high pertformance within 1 second, great brakes and high comfort ... and it looks good too !

[@monticlassictv]

I have a 1995 Honda Pan European ST1100 and just bought a 2002 Fazer with only 15,000 miles on the clock and love them both. When I’m going long distance the Pan is the bike of choice but if I want to have a day on the twisty’s then the Fazer definitely has the grin factor an absolutely awesome bike with the looks to match.

[@Zenpalmelao]

Great review! Thanks

[@somedude1590]

Ive had my 02 for about 5 months or so and it just passed 5k miles . Its an AWESOME bike .

[@somedude1590]

she's up to 11k now . best bike EVER!!!!!

[@mres812]

@Some dude what kinda maintenance have you had to do to it? I have an 03 with 6k on it and I would like to know what to expect lol

[@tonyinfinity]

One of the best values on the road today! These are so comfortable and all the power you need. You can get these around $2000 now, that's ridiculously low for what you get! People are still trying to sell their 1997 CBR's for $2800

[@dristo8009]

love it good review!

[@bernardridesagain5722]

I have 2 of these bikes. They are amazing. All my videos are shot from them. Most of them are too fast to share on KZbin 😄

[@XPsychowaffleX]

My'02 is the first street bike i've owned after 15 years of riding dirt. I love it so much, i dont think i'd ever sell it, just keep rebuilding it. The only physical detail that's ever bothered me about them was just how big the exhaust was. it's like a cannon, just a little too long for my taste. but besides that, it's a sexy dream machine

[@atillaadn]

By saying "rebuilding it", you mean engine rebuild? I am considering to buy a fzs1000 with high mileage (2002), so I need to ask:). What is your mileage and has your fzs been reliable? Thank you

[@XPsychowaffleX]

+atillaadn I've had this bike since may 2014 and I've put about 20k on it. never left me stranded, and hasn't had any issues so far. I tossed the exhaust not too long after I posted this comment. the bike sounds amazing with a good exhaust.

[@atillaadn]

Thank you:)

[@henrytudor7058]

Brilliant bike even now.

[@DaveWuzHere]

Near enough the perfect bike. Thats all I need to hear lol

[@twistedguy23]

I have an '02 and it's a killer bike. Tons of fun. Agree on the mirrors. Think it's time to chuck them and put on some bar ends.

[@mmarinkovic9]

Look at mine mirrors, on mine chanel... Looks great

[@chrisbrezzy707]

i just brought one a few days ago 2g's , its 2002 1000c with 36k on it. it looks amazing , i went from a 250cc to this , still nervous to ride it , so much power

[@slvshy666]

I just picked one up for the same price with just under 30k on it haha. It's my first bike so maybe I should be a little more nervous but I'm so excited to ride it. I'm curious how your experience has been with it so far?

[@lucianoscaccianoce2419]

Moto fantastica in tutto

[@BlackMajik]

I have 1 its fantastic

[@postersm7141]

Wow, the days of getting a 1000 cc liter bike for under $8000.

[@charlesscottkelly]

I need one.

[@EuphoriaFitness030]

Thank you for sharing this video, however, I have a question I own Fazer FZS 600 2003 does that mean also it has the R1 engine as well? it generates 94Hp when I bought it I knew it has a sport engine but was not sure of which sport category

[@nickwarry7833]

The FZS600 is 600cc and is not the 1000cc R1 engine. The 600 is 94bhp whilst the 1000 is 143bhp. I have an FZS1000, its got breathtaking performance

[@EuphoriaFitness030]

@@nickwarry7833 even the 600 it have amazing performance

[@stanza77]

That has the R6 engine from that time period.

[@EuphoriaFitness030]

@@stanza77 cheers

[@jamesmarshall3311]

@@stanza77 It has the engine from the Thundercat, the predecessor of the R6, and a noticeably more torquey motor.

[@ChargerrentalCoandammo]

Adjust your chain on side stand

[@Ritalie]

The question is. How is the torque? I keep reading that they don't have torque? That can't be right?

[@Nick-dz4ml]

They do, but not like modern nakeds. It's detuned compared to a R1 but it's still revvy

[@noxscotchxtape]

It's got plenty of torque

[@jamesmarshall3311]

@@noxscotchxtape Correct Ross. All this talk of lack of torque is dumb. I am on my fourth Fazer 1000 and I would only say that its a little soft just off idle in the 2000-4000 rpms range, but no biggie. I also have a ZRX 1200 to compare it with it, and you would feel the difference. However, most Fazer owners add a pipe, even just a decent end can will see a big drop in weight, and if you just add an Ignition advancer ( They are cheap ), you will get a massive 10 ft lbs extra of torque at 3250 rpms and a measured 6.7 hp, which is incredibly impressive. Makes the bike easier to start too, and slight improvement to fuel economy. Adding a quality jet kit like Ivans makes it even better.

[@roadwarrior8560]

just change the gearing if you want more bottom end, larger rear or smaller front sprocket.

[@bordone]

hey you crazy brit your riding on the wrong side of the road. lol just joking its a beautiful bike. Im saving up for one now.

[@powerofone1645]

The mirrors on the Aprilia Futura are the worst I've ever seen. Rabbit ears...

[@donaldduck9424]

I've bought me a 2003 Modell recently and am a little disappointed with it. It is extremly confortable, it's a Beauty for shure.But compared to actual supernaked's the engine is somehow lifeless not to say boring, as whell as suspension for me is clearly is on the to soft side. But i bought it for touring purpose, so it's ok. At least it's cheap to buy, reliable and easy to maintain.

[@davidstancu2963]

Well if you dont go past 6k rpm... thing pulls savagely once you get in the revs

[@WoZIMoo]

Yep, that's the case for most Japanese bikes I'm afraid. Don't know why journalists and people in general over-hype inline fours, for normal use they are annoying at best. I still sport an old Sprint 955 and 4 poppers barely keep up even when trying hard. Most of the available torque with the 955 triple kicks in as low as 2500rpm and by the time the inline four spools up you're going way too fast anyways. Low end torque feels like magic once you try it. I've tried several recent Japanese sport-tourers and they all feel bland in their power delivery. The VTEC Honda VFRs especially are a joke, will never understand how they are so highly rated with such an inconsistent power delivery.

[@Ritalie]

@@WoZIMoo Thank you for the comments. I had a 2002 ZX-6R, and it was a very revv happy engine, but it also had stellar mid range, and felt super strong, everywhere. Maybe because the bike was 377 pounds dry? It had 43 foot pounds of torque. So I'm wondering how the Fazer with 70 foot pounds, compares to my old ZX-6R. From reading the reviews, it sounds like the Fazer somehow has less bottom end torque than any engine ever made. So I'm apprehensive to get one. In other News, the Suzuki Bandit 1250S is one of the best low end torque engines ever built, with around 100 foot pounds of torque, at very low RPM. I guess it's just one of the most aggressive 4 cylinders ever put in a normal naked bike, in terms of it's very low RPM torque.

[@mskrycky5072]

I´ve owned one for 12 years now, but as almost any serious fazer owners know, you have to invest in a jets kit (Ivan´s preferrably), then you get the real thing.

[@DANTHETUBEMAN]

It's just a machine, I say down shift and gun it and your way out in front of traffic at any time. We no where that engine design came from, so get those RPM's up and have fun, the motor lives it all day.