2015
Yamaha Diversion - Specifications & Review

Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 72457 |
|---|---|
| Category | Sport touring |
| Make | Yamaha |
| Model | Diversion |
| Year | 2015 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Steel, Diamond Shaped |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Double disc. Optional ABS |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 298 mm (11.7 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | Telescopic forks |
| Fronttyre | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Frontwheeltravel | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Rake | 26.0° |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc. Optional ABS. |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 245 mm (9.6 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | Linked monoshock with spring preload adjustment |
| Reartyre | 160/60-ZR17 |
| Rearwheeltravel | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Trail | 103 mm (4.1 inches) |
| Wheels | Blue, 5-spoke wheels |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 65.5 x 44.5 mm (2.6 x 1.8 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Wet, Multiple Disc |
| Compression | 12.2:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 600.00 ccm (36.61 cubic inches) |
| Emissiondetails | Three-way catalyser with O2 sensor |
| Enginedetails | In-line four, four-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Injection. Electronic fuel injection |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Ignition | TCI |
| Lubricationsystem | Wet sump |
| Power | 77.00 HP (56.2 kW)) @ 10000 RPM |
| Torque | 59.70 Nm (6.1 kgf-m or 44.0 ft.lbs) @ 6100 RPM |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
| Valvespercylinder | 4 |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Silver |
|---|---|
| Comments | ABS adds 5 kg to the total weight. Small windscreen. |
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Fuelcapacity | 17.00 litres (4.49 gallons) |
|---|---|
| Groundclearance | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Oilcapacity | 3.40 litres (0.22 quarts) |
| Overalllength | 2,120 mm (83.5 inches) |
| Overallwidth | 770 mm (30.3 inches) |
| Reservefuelcapacity | 4.00 litres (1.06 gallons) |
| Seatheight | 785 mm (30.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weightincloilgasetc | 211.0 kg (465.2 pounds) |
About Yamaha
Country of Origin:
Japan
Founder:
Nippon Gakki (Genichi Kawakami led motorcycle entry)
Best Known For:
R-series sportbikes, MT nakeds, YZ/WR off-road, Ténéré ADV
Company History
Yamaha blends engineering polish with musical-instrument attention to feel. From the RD two-strokes to modern crossplane R1s, its sportbikes emphasize chassis communication and reliability. Off-road, YZ/WR platforms define durability and race-fed development, while Ténéré ADV models offer long-legged, serviceable travel. Global dealer depth, parts commonality, and conservative updates make Yamahas easy to own and hard to break. The brand’s hallmark is balance: machines that work on Monday, thrill on Sunday, and keep their manners for decades.
