Latest FZ8 news

[Skeezix]

Ok, I started this thread so that only REAL FZ8 info can be posted. No 'possible' photoshopped pics here.


What do we know about it so far? Any word on a release date? Will it be here in the US? Anyone heard anything from their dealers? I thought I read that it was supposed to be shown @ a motorcycle show that ended yesterday, but I'm unable to get any solid infomation.

Anyone post if you know anything.

thanks

 

[Wavex]

Yamaha is very good about keeping this secret. Do like everyone else, sign up for their news updates on their website and you'll know when we know

 

[Skeezix]

I've already signed up, but I would have at least thought they would have given a release date being as it's almost 2010. Am I wrong in thinking that?

 

[rsw81]

Where do we sign up for that? I looked on the yamaha site and didn't see anything to receive updates.

 

[urbanj]

sign up on the UK yamaha site. I did and have not heard anything yet.

 

[jtarkany]

I've already signed up, but I would have at least thought they would have given a release date being as it's almost 2010. Am I wrong in thinking that?

Yamaha traditionally announces their line-up in Sept/Oct. Either the FZ8 is on a different timeline or it will be announced with the 2011 line-up. :don'tknow:

 

[Skeezix]

I actually did hear from a dealer who thought it could be a 2011 model, however they are annoucing it waaaaaay early if that's the case. I wonder if it will actually be the next evolutionary step of the FZ6, or simply be a 800cc naked? If I can find the Yamaha FZ8 sign up link I'll post it.

 

[Debaser]

The 'sign-up for updates' is on the European site not the UK site:

2010 Yamaha FZ8

 

[Skeezix]

Thanks Debaser, you beat me to it!

 

[FZ1inNH]

The question is... Did Dennis already register the site? Yamaha FZ8 Forum Community Admin?

Oh WOW! It IS there! I didn't even look before typing that URL. :thumbup: Way to go Dennis! Whois has got Dennis all over it!

 

[Skeezix]

I emailed a buddy of mine who works @ motorcycle-usa this afternoon about any new 'news' for the FZ8. This guy is one of the most well-known bike editors in the biz. If anyone knows he will. Will post when I get a response.

 

[neilmentz]

Looks like it will be on sale starting summer 2010 (northern hemisphere) ... not certain about US though :

Yamaha FZ8 on sale in Summer 2010 - | Motorbike reviews | Latest Bike Videos | MCN

 

[krid80]

just got this email from Yamaha

Net.Work
FZ8 News
11/01/2010
New FZ8
Dear [first name],

Thank you for signing up for the FZ8 news.
As registered member you’ll receive the latest FZ8 developments the very moment they get released.

It’s been a while since the first sneak preview of the headlight shot and you’re probably eager to get more. Rest assured your patience will soon pay off. Keep an eye on your inbox as in the next couple of weeks more news will be coming your way!

Stay tuned,

Yamaha
FZ Range*
© Copyright Yamaha 2008, 2009 | Unsubscribe

 

[Jb40k]

just got this email from Yamaha

Beat me to it! I've just received the same email... very excited about the "Rest assured your patience will soon pay off. Keep an eye on your inbox as in the next couple of weeks more news will be coming your way!" bit!

 

[Nelly]

Looks like it will be on sale starting summer 2010 (northern hemisphere) ... not certain about US though :

Yamaha FZ8 on sale in Summer 2010 - | Motorbike reviews | Latest Bike Videos | MCN

Pinch of salt,
With that one mate, MCN have lots of nearly scoops lol.

Nelly

 

[LERecords]

a few weeks.. just give us the picture.. its not like they are going to release it in the us, so let us see it to drool over something we'll have to wait a few years for...

 

[Skeezix]

a few weeks.. just give us the picture.. its not like they are going to release it in the us, so let us see it to drool over something we'll have to wait a few years for...

Totally agree. A picture and specs is all we need. I just want to know if this thing will be the Yamaha version of the Street Triple 'R' as I hope it will be. I gave up hope long ago that it would be a better/newer version of the current FZ6.

 

[Erci]

Price leaked: Yamaha FZ8 and Super Tenere prices leaked? - | Motorbike reviews | Latest Bike Videos | MCN

 

[krid80]

Price leaked: Yamaha FZ8 and Super Tenere prices leaked? - | Motorbike reviews | Latest Bike Videos | MCN

I suppose it is pointless to be hoping we see these in the US. The pricing on the FZ8 seems competetive!

 

[Norbert]

I don't see why Yamaha wouldn't release this in the USA.
All of the competitors do well in the US:
Triumph Street Triple R (very popular)
BMW F800R (big following)
Kawasaki Z750 (maybe not this bike as much)
I'll add the Ducati Monster as a competitor too, and that sells really well here.

I don't see why Yamaha wouldn't want to go after a slice of the street fighter pie.