Yamaha FZ1 / FZ1S 2nd gen (2006-2015, fuel injected) Maintenance Schedule and Service Intervals
This is the maintenance schedule and associated service intervals for the second generation FZ1, made between 2006 and 2015, replacing the earlier carburettor-fed 1st gen FZ1 made between 2001 and 2005.
The second-generation Yamaha FZ1 was made between 2006 and 2015. It uses a fuel-injected engine from the 2004-2006 Yamaha R1. But even though the FZ1 was made through to 2015, it didn’t get the 2009 Yamaha R1’s crossplane crankshaft until the FZ-10/MT-10 of 2016 onward.
The Yamaha FZ1 2nd gen was also known as the FZ1 Fazer, FZ1-S Fazer, or FZ1N when it was sold without a fairing (outside the US), the “N” being for “Naked”. Obviously, maintenance for these motorcycles is all the same, as it was just the name that changed.
Yamaha made some updates to the second generation FZ1 during its lifetime, including
- Some suspension upgrades
- Updated fuelling to remove throttle snatch, and to improve low-to-mid RPM response
- Various colour options
The fundamentals of the Yamaha FZ1 2nd gen — the engine, the brakes, and suspension — didn’t change.
The FZ1 2nd gen was replaced by the Yamaha FZ-10 / MT-10 from 2016 with that sweet crossplane crank engine.
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Yamaha FZ1/FZ1S (Fuel Injected) Service Intervals
Like most modern liquid-cooled Yamaha sport motorcycles, service intervals for the Yamaha FZ1 are every 4000 miles or 6000 km, or 6 months.
At every service, you do an oil change, plus check for leaks and lubrication of moving parts.
Every two services, Yamaha recommends you change the oil filter and spark plug. And every 26600 miles, Yamaha suggests you inspect the valves of the FZ1. The FZ1 has a shim-under-bucket valve system
You should also keep the fluids up to date, regularly replacing the brake fluid and the coolant.
The service intervals in Europe for the Yamaha YZF600R are a little different. Yamaha Europe recommends 10000 km or 6000 mile service intervals, and 40000 km service intervals for the valves.
You can see more about the difference between Europe and US service intervals for Yamaha motorcycles here.
See below for items you’ll need to do a service on your YZF600R, plus the full maintenance schedule.
What you need to maintain the Yamaha FZ1
It’s a chain driven naked (or semi-naked) 4-cylinder sportbike, so maintaining the FZ1 is much like other motorcycles of its class, like the Honda CBR900 919 or the Kawasaki Z1000.
Aside from the usual motorcycle maintenance tools, you’ll need the following parts to maintain the FZ1.
| Part/consumable | Image | Yamaha FZ1 2nd gen maintenance parts |
|---|---|---|
| Engine oil | 
| Yamaha recommends using their own motor oil, which is affordable and good. Yamalube 10W-40 covers a huge range of operating temperatures, from below freezing to above 100 degrees F / 40 degrees C. Or use a high-grade synthetic like Motul 7100 10W-40. |
| Oil filter | 
| Replace every 2nd oil change. Many 3rd gen R1 owners use Hiflofiltro filter HF204RC for easy replacement (you can use a normal wrench). |
| Brake fluid | 
| Use Castrol DOT 4 which meets the spec. |
| Spark plugs | 
| You need four spark plugs for the FZ1, NGK CR9EK for this gen. |
| Air filter | 
| Use K&N air filter YA-1006 for this gen Yamaha FZ1. |
| Chain lubricant | 
| A really popular chain lubricant that’s low-mess and highly effective is Motul chain paste. |
| Coolant | 
| Yamaha motorcycles use ethylene-glycol anti-freeze with corrosion-prevention properties that are silicate and borate free. One of the best deals on Amazon is Honda Coolant (yes it works in any bike!) — it’s long-life, high-quality, and well-loved. |
| Cable lubricant | 
| Keeping good clutch action depends on having a well-lubricated cable. You can use engine oil, but Protect All Cable Life is an affordable and well-used staple of maintenance. |
| Mechanical grease | 
| It’s important to grease moving parts, like the sidestand and sometimes bearings, to keep them from getting notchy or seizing. Valvoline moly-fortified grease meets a lot of needs. |
Yamaha FZ1 2nd gen Maintenance Schedule
Below is the maintenance schedule for the Yamaha FZ1.
The maintenance schedule for the US version is slightly different to the Europe version. Previously these were combined in one table, but they are now separate below. The US one is in miles, and the Europe one is in km. The maintenance intervals are wider in the Europe manuals for Yamaha.
Notes on the maintenance schedule:
- From the end of the maintenance schedule, continue in the pattern shown.
- Don’t clean the air filter with compressed air — it may get damaged. The air filter is a disposable oil-coated paper element.
Yamaha FZ1 (USA) maintenance schedule
| miles x 1000 | 4 | 8 | 12 | 16 | 20 | 24 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard inspection checklist — Perform (See below) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 6 months |
| Engine oil — Change (Yamalube 10W-40, Motul 7100 10W-40) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 6 months |
| Oil filter — Change (HF204RC) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Year | |||
| Spark plugs — Inspect condition / gap and clean | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
| Spark plugs — Replace (NGK CR9EK) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
| Air filter — Replace (YA-1006) | ✓ | ||||||
| Valve clearances — Inspect / Adjust | 26 600 mi | ||||||
| Brake fluid — Replace (Castrol DOT 4), along with internal components of brake master cylinder | 2 years | ||||||
| Brake hoses — Replace | 4 years | ||||||
| Change coolant (Honda Coolant … yes, even for a Yamaha) | 2 years | ||||||
| Air induction cut-off / reed valve: Check for damage. | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
| Rear suspension link pivot — Check | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
| Steering bearings — Replace (Lithium soap-based grease) | ✓ | ✓ | ? |
Yamaha FZ1 (Europe) maintenance schedule
| km x 1000 | 10 | 20 | 30 | 40 | Every |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard inspection checklist — Perform (See below) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Year |
| Engine oil — Change (Yamalube 10W-40, Motul 7100 10W-40) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Year |
| Oil filter — Change (HF204RC) | ✓ | ✓ | 2 years | ||
| Spark plugs — Inspect condition / gap and clean | ✓ | ✓ | |||
| Spark plugs — Replace (NGK CR9EK) | ✓ | ✓ | |||
| Air filter — Replace (YA-1006) | ✓ | ||||
| Valve clearances — Inspect / Adjust | ✓ | ||||
| Brake fluid — Replace (Castrol DOT 4), along with internal components of brake master cylinder | 2 years | ||||
| Coolant — Change | 3 years | ||||
| Replace brake hoses | 4 years | ||||
| Rear suspension link pivot — Check | ✓ | ✓ | |||
| Steering bearings — Repack (Lithium soap-based grease) | ✓ | ✓ | |||
| Check the air induction cut-off valve and reed valve, and hose for damage. Replace damaged parts. | ✓ | ✓ | |||
| Check evap control system for damage. Replace if necessary | ✓ | ✓ |
Service Checklist
Below is the service checklist for the Yamaha FZ1 / FZ1S. Do these checks according to the appropriate schedule above.
| Yamaha FZ1 / FZ1S Service Checklist |
|---|
| Check and adjust engine idle speed and synchronization |
| Check front brake operation, fluid level, and for fluid leakage. Replace brake pads if necessary. |
| Check rear brake operation, fluid level, and for fluid leakage. Replace brake pads if necessary. |
| Check brake hoses for cracks, damage, correct routing, and clamping. |
| Check cooling system hoses for cracks or damage. Replace if necessary. |
| Check clutch operation. Adjust clutch cable — replace if necessary. |
| Check operation of throttle, free play, and adjust if necessary. |
| Lubricate the throttle grip housing and cable (Protect all cable life) |
| Lubricant control cables thoroughly (Protect all cable life) |
| Lubricate brake lever pivot with silicone grease lightly |
| Lubricate brake pedal, clutch lever, and shift pedal with lithium soap-based grease lightly. |
| Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage. Replace if necessary |
| Check tire tread depth and for damage. Replace if necessary. |
| Check tire air pressure, and adjust if necessary. |
| Check wheel runout and for damage. Replace if necessary. |
| Check wheel bearings for smooth operation. Replace if necessary. |
| Check swingarm pivot bearing assemblies for looseness. |
| Check steering bearing bearing assemblies for looseness. |
| Check front fork absorber operation and for oil leakage. Replace if necessary. |
| Check shock absorber operation and for oil leakage. Replace if necessary. |
| Check centre stand/side stand operation. Lubricate with lithium soap-based grease lightly. |
| Check side stand switch operation and replace if necessary. |
| Check all chassis fitting and fasteners. Tighten/replace if necessary. |
| Check front and rear brake switch operation |
| Check evap control system for damage. Replace if necessary |
| Check exhaust system for leakage. Tighten, and replace gaskets if necessary. |
| Check crankcase breather hose for cracks or damage. Replace if necessary |
| Check operation of lights, signals, and switches. |
| Adjust headlight beam |
Maintaining Your Chain on the Yamaha FZ1 / FZ1S
The Yamaha FZ1 / FZ1S isn’t just a commuter; it’s a high-powered sport bike in sheep’s clothing. So it’s natural that the chain is going to experience a little stress.
To lubricate the chain, use a good-quality chain lubricant like Motul chain paste, or a Motul chain care kit, which comes with a couple of handy tools to maintain the chain.
Yamaha recommends you follow the following chain maintenance schedule every 500 mi (USA) / 1000 km (Europe) and after washing the motorcycle, riding in the rain, or riding in wet areas.
| Chain maintenance item |
|---|
| Check drive chain lubrication condition, lubricating if necessary (Motul chain paste) |
| Check drive chain slack, alignment, and condition, adjusting / replacing if necessary See below for chain slack measurement / adjustment guidance |
To check the slack on the Yamaha FZ1 / FZ1S, put the motorcycle in neutral, onto its kickstand, and on a level surface.
Check the slack on the lower part of the chain, midway between the sprockets, and check it in multiple places (move the motorcycle forwards and backwards) as chains wear unevenly.
Slack on the Yamaha FZ1 is defined as the free vertical movement of the chain.
Target chain slack for the Yamaha FZ1: 20-30 mm (0.8-1.2 in)
If the chain slack is out of spec, you need to adjust it.
Adjusting chain slack
To adjust the chain slack on the Yamaha FZ1, follow the steps below. As with measuring chain slack, make sure that the motorcycle is on a level surface on its kickstand, in neutral, with no weight on it (no saddlebags / luggage).
- Loosen the rear axle and the adjuster lock nuts on either side of the axle.
- Turn the adjuster nuts to tighten (or loosen) the chain. Keep checking the chain tension to see if it has come within spec. (Target chain slack for the 20-30 mm / 0.8-1.2 in)
- Keep an eye on the adjuster alignment marks on either side of the axle. Make sure that the adjustment is to the same point.
- When you’re done, tighten the axle to 150 Nm / 108 lb-ft. Tighten the lock nuts to 16 Nm / 12 lb-ft.
- Re-check the chain slack again to make sure it’s still within spec.
About the Yamaha FZ1 2nd gen
The Yamaha FZ1 is an update from the 1st gen Yamaha FZ1, giving it an updated fuel-injected engine from the more recent Yamaha R1. The engine is still a 4-cylinder DOHC engine, with 5 valves per cylinder (20 total), and 998 cc capacity.
The FZ1 is still conceptually the same bike of course. It’s the practical superbike — a mighty motor but in a chassis with upright ergonomics, a taller windscreen, and even a centrestand.
Despite this practicality, it’s still a high-revving sportbike. It also just looks really good, much better than most comfortable bikes do. The snaking exhaust pipes and aggressive fairing imply the fun that you can have riding the Yamaha FZ1.
The Yamaha FZ1 2nd gen makes 108 kW (148 hp) at 11,000 rpm, and 106 Nm (78 ft-lb) at 8,000 rpm… this is performance that’s not unlike the K5 GSX-R1000. In other words, it’s massive. It’s also quite midrange-focused, but with enough top end to keep any pundit entertained.
The Yamaha FZ1 2nd gen weighs only 221 kg (487 lb) soaking wet, so with that much torque and power, it makes for a real hooligan machine.
The bike is built on a cast aluminum frame that uses the engine as a stressed member, thus improving the overall rigidity, keeping the weight at a low level and improving the handling.
As far as suspension is concerned, the Yamaha FZ1 has Kayaba fully adjustable 43 mm inverted cartridge forks and a rear Kayaba single shock with adjustable preload and rebound damping. It’s very competent, especially given that this is a commuter/touring bike.
Front brakes on the FZ1 are large 320mm dual discs with a monoblock 4-piston caliper that is inspired by the unit on the R6. The master cylinder has a large 16mm piston which means minimal lever effort to bring the FZ1 to a stop.
Consensus among owners and reviewers is that the Yamaha FZ1 / FZ1S is a highly underrated bike. They can be bought for a song second-hand, as they’re overshadowed by sport bikes and more stylish sport tourers.
But the FZ1, with its light weight, agile handling, and stomping power, is an extremely competent motorcycle in almost every way.
It makes light work of commuting, Autobahn-storming, and even track days. It’s mild-mannered at low rpms, but very fast at the top end. And best of all, it’s comfortable.
The only fly in the ointment is that the FZ1 likes to rev. This is a pro if you can, but a con if you spend most of your day under 6000 rpm. Regardless of tuning, the FZ1’s heritage is clearly high-power sport bikes, and it still knows it.
The Yamaha FZ1 is almost a thing of the past, being a powerful everyday four-cylinder sport bike with handlebars, but has some competition in the form of the BMW S 1000 XR, for example. Great company to keep.
Manual for the Yamaha FZ1 2nd gen
The above information was gleaned from the owner’s manual for the Yamaha FZ1, comparing the schedules between 2006 and 2014 (they’re all the same).
See the below maintenance schedules, from the US manuals.
You can download the manual for the 2nd gen Yamaha FZ1 from Yamaha’s website here.
The maintenance schedule for the European Yamaha FZ1 2nd gen is slightly different. It has 10000 km intervals, and many of the other numbers are slightly different. See below.
