1985 Yamaha FZ750

In 1985, Yamaha launched the 1985 Yamaha FZ750 — a sport bike that would come to define an era of motorcycling. Hailing from Japan, it combined Japan engineering with sport bike appeal.

At the heart of the 1985 Yamaha FZ750 sits a 749cc DOHC inline-4 5-valve engine producing 100 horsepower at 10500 rpm. The four-cylinder powerplant features a four-cylinder layout with water-cooled cooling, fed by 4x Mikuni carburetors. Power reaches the rear wheel through a 6-speed transmission and chain final drive.

Weighing 196 kg (432 lbs) dry, the 1985 Yamaha FZ750 uses a steel perimeter deltabox frame, anti-dive fork front suspension, and monoshock rear suspension. The braking system comprises dual disc front and single disc rear units.

Performance-wise, the 1985 Yamaha FZ750 achieves a claimed top speed of 235 km/h (146 mph). With a generous fuel capacity of 20.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for sport bike duties. The seat height of 790 mm makes it comfortable for most riders.

Today, the 1985 Yamaha FZ750 is considered a respected classic that attracts serious collector interest and continues to appreciate. Parts availability is rated as good, making ownership relatively straightforward. It remains an icon of Yamaha motorcycling from 1980s.