Yamaha FZ6
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| Manufacturer | Yamaha |
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| Also called | FZ6 Fazer S2 ABS |
| Production | 2004-present |
| Predecessor | Yamaha Fazer 600 |
| Successor | Current |
| Class | Sport bike |
| Engine | 600 cc, liquid-cooled, DOHC, inline 4-cylinder, 16 valves |
| Transmission | 6-speed w/multi-plate clutch |
| Wheelbase | 56.7 inches |
| Dimensions | L 82.5 inches W 29.5 inches |
| Seat height | 31.1 inches |
| Weight | 423 lb (192 kg) (2006), 410 lb (186 kg) (2007) |
| Fuel capacity | 5.1 gallons[vague] |
| Related | Yamaha FZ1 |
| Similar | Honda Hornet Kawasaki Ninja 650R Suzuki SV650 |
The Yamaha FZ6 is a 600 cc motorcycle that was introduced in 2004 as a budget middleweight sport bike built around the 2003 YZF R6 engine. The engine is retuned for more usable midrange power. It comes with a somewhat soft suspension that makes it easy on beginners and very well suited for sport-touring, commuting, or just having fun on curvy mountain roads.
This bike is a popular choice for its half-fairing, upright seating position, and underseat exhaust. These features position it between a full supersport and a naked streetfighter (although in Europe and Australia, there is an available naked FZ-6N option).
This motorcycle is considered a "Swiss Army Knife" type of motorcycle since it can easily handle sport riding, touring, and commuting. Many owners of these motorcycles modify them more to their specific style of riding. Some owners just leave them stock and enjoy the "all-rounder" capabilities. There is a large following of motorcycle owners and many are fanatical about making their FZ6 unique or one of a kind. Because of this, there are many aftermarket parts available.
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[edit] 2008 revision
The 2008 model is technically unchanged from 2007. The only difference is in appearance of front cowling around headlights, which is now black regardless of motorcycle color. The available colors for 2008 are Raven and Cobalt Blue (Metallic Black and Dark Metallic Purplish Blue in Canada / Midnight Black, Ocean depth and Silver Metallic in Europe). European model 'FZ6 Fazer S2 ABS' has ABS and electronic immobilizer as standard. It is also 5 kg heavier (Dry Weight 191 kg).
MSRP for the 2008 model is $6,999 ($9,299 in Canada).
[edit] 2007 revision
On October 10, 2006 Yamaha Motor Company announced an updated FZ6 for the 2007 model year.[1]
The FZ6 receives the following revisions:
- Optimized fuel injection (FI) system mapping.
- Redesigned fairing and windscreen.
- New instrument cluster with analog tachometer and digital speedometer (similar to the FZ1).
- New four-piston monoblock brake calipers for the front brake.
- Alumite-finished front forks with revised damping.
- A 3-way catalytic converter.
- A new seat design.
- A new rear swingarm.
- New passenger pegs.
The available colors for 2007 are Team Yamaha Blue and Candy Red (Yamaha Blue and Deep Metallic Red in Canada).
MSRP for the 2007 model is $6,849 ($9,299 in Canada).
European versions other than the S2 have reduced power of 78HP.
[edit] 2006 revision
The FZ6 receives the following revisions:
- Engine, frame, subframe, grabhandle, rear swingarm and wheels are painted in black.
- Metal honeycomb type catalytic converter satisfies EU2 and CARB emissions standards
- Optimized fuel injection (FI) system mapping to increase torque at lower rpm and solve problems with stalling that appeared on previous models
The available colors for 2006 are Blue and Shift Red.
MSRP for the 2006 model is $6,599 ($9,199 in Canada).
[edit] 2005 revision
MSRP for the 2005 model is $6,599.
[edit] 2004 revision
MSRP for the 2004 model is $6,499.
[edit] Competition
For the 2007 model year, the FZ6 competes with the Honda Hornet, Kawasaki Ninja 650R and Suzuki SV650. There are currently no articles published by major print and online publishers with comparison tests of the new bike.
A comparison test of these bikes can be found here http://www.motorcyclistonline.com/roadtests/middleweight_motorcycle_comparison/
[edit] Specifications
All specifications are manufacturer claimed.
| Model Year | 2004[2] | 2005[3] | 2006[4] | 2007[5][6] | 2008[7] | |
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| Engine | ||||||
| Engine Type | 600 cc, liquid-cooled, inline 4-cylinder | |||||
| Bore/Stroke | 65.5 x 44.5 mm | |||||
| Compression Ratio | 12.1:1 | 12.2:1 | ||||
| Maximum Power | 72 kW (98 PS) @ 12,000 rpm | 57 kW (78 PS) @ 11,500 rpm for Standard version,
72 kW (98 PS) @ 12,000 rpm for S2 version. |
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| Maximum Torque | 63.1 N·m (46.5 lbf·ft) @ 10,000 rpm | 51.7 N·m (38.1 lbf·ft) @ 10,000 rpm for Standard version,
63.1 N·m (46.5 lbf·ft) @ 10,000 rpm for S2 version |
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| Valve Train | DOHC, four valves per cylinder | |||||
| Carburetion | Group fuel injection, 36 mm throttle bodies | |||||
| Ignition | Digital TCI | |||||
| Drivetrain | ||||||
| Transmission | 6-speed w/multi-plate clutch | |||||
| Gear Ratios 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th |
37/13 (2.846) 37/19 (1.947) 28/18 (1.556) 32/24 (1.333) 25/21 (1.190) 26/24 (1.083) |
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| Primary Reduction Ratio | 86/44 (1.955) | |||||
| Final Reduction Ratio | 46/16 (2.875) | |||||
| Final Drive | #530 O-ring chain | O-ring chain | ||||
| Chassis/Suspension/Brakes | ||||||
| Front Suspension | 43mm telescopic fork, 5.1" (130 mm) travel | |||||
| Rear Suspension | Single shock, adjustable preload; 5.1" (130 mm) travel | |||||
| Front Brakes | Dual 298 mm floating discs w/2-piston slide pin-type calipers | Dual 298.0 × 5.0 mm (11.73 × 0.20 in) floating discs w/4-piston monoblock calipers | ||||
| Rear Brakes | 245 × 5.0 mm (9.65 × 0.20 in) mm disc w/single-piston caliper | |||||
| Front Tire | 120/70ZR-17M/C 58W (BRIDGESTONE/BT020F GG or DUNLOP/D252F) | |||||
| Rear Tire | 180/55ZR-17M/C 73W (BRIDGESTONE/BT020R GG or DUNLOP/D252) | |||||
| Dimensions | ||||||
| Dry Weight | 423 lb (192 kg) | 410 lb (186 kg) | ||||
| Fuel Capacity / Reserve |
5.13 U.S. gallons (19.4 l) / 0.95 U.S. gallon (3.6 l) |
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| Engine Oil | Lubrication system - Wet sump Type - YAMALUBE 4, SAE10W30 or SAE 20W40 Recommended engine oil grade - API service SG type or higher, JASO standard MA |
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| Engine oil quantity | Total amount - 3.40 L (3.59 US qt) Without filter cartridge replacement - 2.50 L (2.64 US qt) With oil filter cartridge replacement - 2.80 L (2.96 US qt) |
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| Cooling system | Radiator capacity (including all routes) - 2.00 L (2.11 US qt) Radiator capacity - 0.60 L (0.63 US qt) Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the maximum level mark) - 0.25 L (0.26 US qt) |
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| Height | 47.8 in (1,214 mm) | 47.6 in (1,210 mm) | ||||
| Length | 82.5 in (2095 mm) | |||||
| Rake (caster angle) | 25.0 degrees | |||||
| Seat Height | 31.5 in (800 mm) | 31.3 in (795 mm) | ||||
| Trail | 3.84 in (97.5 mm) | |||||
| Wheelbase | 56.7 in (1440 mm) | |||||
| Width | 29.5 in (750 mm) | |||||
| Ground Clearance | 5.7 in (145 mm) | |||||
| Other | ||||||
| Colors | Galaxy Blue/Black; Liquid Silver/Black | Galaxy Blue/Black; Cerulean Silver/Black | Blue, Shift Red | Team Yamaha Blue, Candy Red | Raven, Cobalt Blue | |
[edit] References
The actual fuel capacity of the 2007 FZ6 is 4.2 gallons
