YAMAHA FZ-6R (2016-Present) Specs, Performance & Photos

The Yamaha FZ6R was a standard or sports motorcycle manufactured by the Japanese maker in 2010, replacing the FZ6 model. The bike was known in the North American market as the FZ6R and in Europe as the XJ6 Diversion F.

The difference between the American and European models was that the American machine wasn't equipped with an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) and an electronic immobilizer. In contrast, the bikes were powered by the same detuned version of the Fazer engine.

Over its production period, the FZ6R machine didn't feature any significant changes and came in the same package as its predecessors. It was also a perfect choice for beginner riders with its easy-to-use engine, decent power, excellent maneuverability, and superb ergonomics.

The bike's handling was softened by a 43 mm telescopic fork on the front, offering 130 mm wheel travel, and a single shock absorber on the rear with 1300 mm wheel travel, providing excellent suspension performance.

The stopping power was achieved by two 298 mm floating with hydraulic calipers on the front wheel and a single 245 mm disc with a hydraulic caliper on the rear wheel, offering optimum braking performance.

As for power, the 2016 Yamaha FZ6R had a 559cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled powerplant fueled by an electronic fuel injection system, delivering a power output of 78 hp at 11,500 rpm and 52 Nm (44 lb-ft) torque at 8,500 rpm.