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Yamaha FZ6R |
Yamaha has just introduced comfort to the commuting sportbike crowd. We’ve seen a lot of price-driven bikes crop up lately - cheaper bikes for a softer market - and Yamaha steps up the plate with a great looking player.
While the sportier FZ6 is still available for the pure more experienced riders with a starting MSRP just $300 higher, the FZ6R dips below the $7000 mark and comes with a new steel chassis and a completely revised and retuned 600cc inline 4-cylinder DOHC powerplant that’s is sure to please many newcomers.
New riders can expect to find an all-new steel frame and swingarm with comfortable and adjustable rider positioning to provide a bike that you won’t soon outgrow. The 30.9-inch saddle seat height (FZ6 is 31.3) can be raised 20mm from the stock position, while the bars can also move 20mm forward by rotating the bar mount columns with the included tool kit. Compared to the FZ6 model, the handlebar is 12mm rearward and 12mm lower. The seat position is 4mm forward and 2mm lower than the FZ6.
Efficiency runs deeper than just through your wallet. When compared to FZ6, the 6R gets 8% better fuel economy thanks in part to its 4mm smaller throttle bodies and milder state of tune, plus the narrower 160mm rear tire compared to the 180 on the FZ6. A freshly engineered clutch (inner push type versus outer pull) and new crankcase castings are also part of the FZ6R. Despite being 8 lbs heavier (11 pounds in Cali), the FZ6R is said to get 43 mpg versus the 40 mpg of the FZ6.
Specifications :
Price : US$ 7090
| 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: | Digital TCI |
| Cooling system: | Liquid |
| Gearbox: | 6-speed |
| Transmission type, final drive: | Chain |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | |
| Rake (fork angle): | 26.0° |
| Trail: | 104 mm (4.1 inches) |
| Front suspension: | Telescopic fork, 5.1-in.travel |
| Rear suspension: | Single shock, 5.1-in travel |
| Front tyre dimensions: | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear tyre dimensions: | 160/60-ZR17 |
| Front brakes: | Single 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: | 211.8 kg (467.0 pounds) |
| Seat height: | 785 mm (30.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Overall height: | 1,186 mm (46.7 inches) |
| Overall length: | 2,121 mm (83.5 inches) |
| Overall width: | 770 mm (30.3 inches) |
| Wheelbase: | 1,440 mm (56.7 inches) |
| Fuel capacity: | 17.41 litres (4.60 gallons) |
| Other specifications | |
| Starter: | Electric |
| Color options: | Team Yamaha Blue/White, Cadmium Yellow, Pearl White, Raven |
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