Klurejr
Wizard
Since the FZ10 is the true replacement to the FZ1, will the admins just be adding sections for Gen 3 stuff?
Should the forum name be FZ1/FZ10 Forum now?
Should the forum name be FZ1/FZ10 Forum now?
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Bottom line is this is the 998cc.org site. The new bike is a 998cc Yamaha motorcycle fashioned after the current R1, exactly like the previous models of FZ - 998cc bikes. The evolution of the machine was always a de-tuned 998cc R1 and this model is no different (referencing the evolution of the new design). One could argue the same for the Gen I to Gen II with all of the major differences, correct?
The argument regarding the naming is also relevant with the FZ1 where in other countries, it is not an FZ1 but a Fazer. They can call it what they want but the fact is, this is replacing the FZ1 and it is still a 998cc Yamaha bike that has become the new generation of street brawler that we all know and love.
I think you'll find the new FJ version will be more aimed at adventure-touring and built accordingly with long travel suspension and touring options.
Either way, I honestly believe this is the Gen III and think it deserves a home here.
I'm not against the MT10 having a place here on the forums as it may generate some more traffic and interest here, but I really dislike the idea of it being called a Gen III FZ1; when it so clearly isn't.
It's a new model and is part of the new Yamaha Hyper naked range.
I'd like to see a new Gen 1 area for the MT10 to give it the respect it deserves and not tacked onto the superseded FZ1 moniker.
Anyway you know my opinion and I won't say anymore about it.
What do you all think of a new banner? I'm not sure what we can get away with with Yamaha and rights but I quickly threw this together....
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