Yamaha SZR660

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Yamaha SZR 660

Manufacturer:	Yamaha
Production:	1996 – 2001
Class:	Sportbike
Engine:	659 cc, 4-stroke, SOHC, liquid cooled, 5 valves, single cylinder
Power:	48 hp (35 kW) @ 6500 rpm
Torque:	55 N·m (5.6 m·kgf, 40.6 ft·lbf) @ 5500 rpm
Length:	2040 mm (80.3 in)
Width:	740 mm (29.1 in)
Seat Height:	770 mm (30.3 in)
Overall Height:	1140 mm (44.8 in)
Curb weight:	159 kg (350 lb)
Similar models:	Bimota Supermono MuZ Scorpion Sport 660

Yamaha SZR660 is a single-cylinder sportbike produced by Yamaha Motor Corporation from 1996 to 2001. It shares engine with Yamaha's XT660 line of dual-purpose on/off road motorcycles, but employs this engine within a Supermono package.

The 659-cc single-cylinder bike makes the most of its relatively modest power output by virtue of its light, stiff frame which means it handles extremely well, allowing it to shame many more powerful bikes on the twisty backroads of Britain.

The Yamaha SZR660 was built in Italy and is suitably equipped with Italian made Paoli USD (Up Side Down) front forks and Marazochi rear shock-absorber.