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In the speed department, it's still breaking-in and I have The upright riding style is far more tolerable for extended rides and, to me, makes the bike easier to maneuver. The Yamaha FZ6 is everything I knew it could be. Fabulously!!
So, how does the Yamaha FZ6 stack up to my criteria? I never really had a preference one way or another, but now that I own the bike, I becoming fond of the "naked" look. One major distinction, other than the two points I mentioned above, is that the Yamaha FZ6 lacks fairings on the sides to cover the engine and components like the R6. What I encountered in the FZ6 was a much more straight up riding position (FAR more comfortable for both rider and passenger) and a spunky R6 motor.
The other was power and speed. One of the criteria I set forth when contemplating a new motorcycle, and eventually the Yamaha FZ6, was comfort. You sit laying over the gas tank with hands and arms at an strange angle when holding onto the handlebars. This issue was, though, that they were not at all comfortable for longer trips. And, wouldn't you know, I like to go fast.
VERY fast. These R6s were both FAST... They were both Yamaha R6 sport bikes. I've owned two Yamaha bikes prior to purchasing one. Some background...
Since then, I've been able to do some riding and find out what this bike has got. It is a brand new 2008. I purchased my very first Yamaha FZ6 motorcycle 3 weeks back.
So, how does the Yamaha FZ6 stack up to my criteria? I never really had a preference one way or another, but now that I own the bike, I becoming fond of the "naked" look. One major distinction, other than the two points I mentioned above, is that the Yamaha FZ6 lacks fairings on the sides to cover the engine and components like the R6. What I encountered in the FZ6 was a much more straight up riding position (FAR more comfortable for both rider and passenger) and a spunky R6 motor.
The other was power and speed. One of the criteria I set forth when contemplating a new motorcycle, and eventually the Yamaha FZ6, was comfort. You sit laying over the gas tank with hands and arms at an strange angle when holding onto the handlebars. This issue was, though, that they were not at all comfortable for longer trips. And, wouldn't you know, I like to go fast.
VERY fast. These R6s were both FAST... They were both Yamaha R6 sport bikes. I've owned two Yamaha bikes prior to purchasing one. Some background...
Since then, I've been able to do some riding and find out what this bike has got. It is a brand new 2008. I purchased my very first Yamaha FZ6 motorcycle 3 weeks back.
| Yamaha's profilation of this bike |
| Multipurpose, go-anywhere do-anything middleweight; the FZ6 is just as happy taking you to work, for a brisk sport ride or on a weekend tour. |
| General information | |
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| Model: | Yamaha FZ6 |
| Year: | 2010 |
| Category: | Sport |
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| Price as new (MSRP): | US$ 7290. Prices depend on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
| Engine and transmission | |
| Displacement: | 600.00 ccm (36.61 cubic inches) |
| Engine type: | In-line four, four-stroke |
| Compression: | 12.2:1 |
| Bore x stroke: | 65.5 x 44.5 mm (2.6 x 1.8 inches) |
| Valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel system: | Injection |
| Fuel control: | DOHC |
| Ignition: | TCI |
| Cooling system: | Liquid |
| Gearbox: | 6-speed |
| Transmission type, final drive: | Chain |
| Fuel consumption: | 5.88 litres/100 km (17.0 km/l or 40.00 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases: | 136.4 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | |
| Rake (fork angle): | 25.0° |
| Trail: | 97 mm (3.8 inches) |
| Front suspension: | 43mm telescopic fork, 5.1-in travel |
| Rear suspension: | Single shock |
| Rear suspension travel: | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Front tyre dimensions: | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear tyre dimensions: | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Front brakes: | Double disc |
| Front brakes diameter: | 298 mm (11.7 inches) |
| Rear brakes: | Single disc |
| Rear brakes diameter: | 245 mm (9.6 inches) |
| Physical measures and capacities | |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc: | 208.2 kg (459.0 pounds) |
| Seat height: | 795 mm (31.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Overall height: | 1,209 mm (47.6 inches) |
| Overall length: | 2,096 mm (82.5 inches) |
| Overall width: | 749 mm (29.5 inches) |
| Wheelbase: | 1,440 mm (56.7 inches) |
| Fuel capacity: | 19.30 litres (5.10 gallons) |
| Other specifications | |
| Starter: | Electric |
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