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Yamaha FZR 400 Genesis - [1986]
This edition of the Yamaha FZR 400 Genesis is the 6 speed | Manual version and was first brought out in 1986. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 1987 Suzuki RH 250 X and the 1986 Suzuki RH 250 X.This particular Yamaha FZR 400 has a 399cc Liquid cooled, Two stroke, Transverse Petrol powerplant with 4 cylinders and Carburettor.
An alternative Transverse engine, Sport style motorbike includes the Norton Superlight SS - [2020]
The 1986 FZR 400 shares its Transverse engine and Sport style configuration with the likes of the 2020 Norton Superlight SS and the 2019 Norton Superlight Twin. Alternatively, if you're looking for other bikes which share the FZR 400's Sport style with a similar size of engine then how about the 1995 Suzuki RGV 250 V-Twin | 1995cc.1994 Suzuki RGV 250 V-Twin | 1994cc.
Weighing in at 0 kgs (0 lbs) this makes the Yamaha FZR 400 Genesis in the same weight category as the 2024 Honda CBR 650 R or the 2024 Kawasaki Z7 Hybrid, give or take 50kg.
The 1986 Yamaha FZR 400 shares the same bhp with the Honda X-ADV 745 - [2025]
In terms of power the 399cc 16 valve Transverse 4 cylinder engine produces 59 bhp (43 kW) @ 12000 rpm similar to the 2025 Honda X-ADV 745 [57.8 bhp (43 kW) @ 6750 rpm] or the 2025 Yamaha WR 250 F [36.1 bhp (26 kW) @ 12000 rpm].
The DOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 26.7 lb-ft (36.2 Nm) @ 10000 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2025 Suzuki SV 650 ABS [47.2 lb-ft (63.9 Nm) @ 8100 rpm] and the 2025 Honda MSX 125 Grom [7.6 lb-ft (10.4 Nm) @ 5500 rpm].
If one combines the weight with power or torque performance for the Yamaha FZR 400 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.
The 2013 Honda CB 1100 cc has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 1986 Yamaha FZR 400 Genesis.
The 1986 Yamaha FZR 400 Genesis has a Power to weight ratio of 333.3 bhp per ton and 151.1 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 1986 FZR 400 competing with the 2013 Honda CB 1100 cc [358.2 bhp\ton] and the 2015 Honda CB 1100 cc [358.2 bhp\ton].
If you agree with the late great Carroll Shelby, then arguably an even better indicator of potential performance is Torque. Factor weight into the equation and you end up with - Torque per ton, with the Yamaha FZR 400 generating around 151.1 lb-ft per ton. If you're curious as to what other motorbikes have as much torque to weight then look no further than the 1982 [175.7 lb-ft per ton] and the 1987 Yamaha SDR 200 YPVS [175.6 lb-ft per ton].
With a 0-60mph time of 11.1 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 11.3 secs, this makes the Yamaha FZR 400 Genesis similar in acceleration to the 2024 Norton Commando 961 125th Anniversary (11.1 secs) and the 2023 Yamaha Tenere 700 World Raid (11.1 secs). This Yamaha FZR 400 Genesis also competes in terms of 0-60 mph and 0-100km/h with the 2018 Honda CB 250 R Neo Sports Cafe (0.0 secs) and the 2020 Norton Superlight SS (0.4 secs).
Quarter Mile time is a close race between the 1986 Yamaha FZR 400 Genesis and the 2001 Kawasaki EX 500 R Ninja
When talking about the performance of the 1986 Yamaha FZR 400 Genesis on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 12.9 secs @ 101 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 2001 Kawasaki EX 500 R Ninja (12.9 secs) and the 1989 Suzuki RGV 250 V-Twin (12.9 secs).
The 1986 version of the Yamaha FZR 400 Genesis has a maximum speed of 123mph.
Top Speed of the 1986 FZR 400 equals the 2014 Yamaha FZ8 Fazer
If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 1986 Yamaha FZR 400 Genesis then how about a 2014 Yamaha FZ8 Fazer (134 mph) and the 2013 Yamaha FZ8 Fazer (134 mph).
Honda TL 125 Single Cylinder
Engine Capacity: 123 cc
Top Speed: 50 mph
Quarter Mile: 22.0 secs @ 0 mph
