Yamaha FZR 1000 - 1995 Specifications and Reviews

The 1995 Yamaha FZR 1000 is a high-performance sport bike designed for experienced riders seeking raw power and aggressive handling. Its 1003cc inline-four engine delivers 145 horsepower with a lightweight 214kg frame, making it one of the fastest accelerating motorcycles of its era. Known for sharp cornering and responsive throttle delivery, the FZR 1000 remains a classic middleweight superbike.

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General information

CategorySport
Year1995
ModelYamaha FZR 1000
 
 

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Gearbox5-speed
Valves per cylinder5
Torque106.90 Nm (10.9 kgf-m or 78.8 ft.lbs) @ 8500
Power145.00
Engine typeIn-line four, four-stroke
Capacity:1003.00 ccm (61.20 cubic inches)
 
 

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels

Rear brakesSingle disc
Front brakesDual disc

Physical measures and capacities

Seat height775 mm (30.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Power/weight ratio0.6776 HP/kg
Dry weight214.0 kg (471.8 pounds)

Other specs

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StarterElectric

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

145 hp
Peak Power
3.1s
0-60 mph

Best For

Track82%
City45%
Cornering78%
Daily Riding50%
Touring48%
Passenger40%

Rider Profile

Best ForThis is a powerful, heavyweight 1990s sportbike best suited to experienced riders comfortable with strong midrange torque and a high-performance five-valve engine.
PurposeBuilt as a fast, muscular sport-touring superbike, it excels at high-speed highway runs and spirited backroad and track riding rather than commuting.
Rider FitThe forward-leaning riding position and firm 775mm seat height demand reasonable fitness and flexibility, especially on longer rides.
CharacterIt has the raw, torquey, big-bore in-line four character typical of 90s open-class sportbikes, favoring strong straight-line thrust over ultra-sharp agility.
Not Ideal ForIt is not a good fit for new riders, short commutes, low-speed maneuvering, or anyone seeking a plush, upright touring experience.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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1995 Yamaha FZR 1000 Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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Feet:

At 775mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 1995 Yamaha FZR 1000, with a cramped knee angle of around 65 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Data quality: estimated (wheelbase estimated from this category's typical bike, not this model's own spec). Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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