2008
Yamaha FZ6 ABS - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 491970 |
|---|---|
| Category | Naked bike |
| Make | Yamaha |
| Model | FZ6 ABS |
| Year | 2008 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Aluminium die-cast, diamond Shaped |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Double disc |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 298 mm (11.7 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | Telescopic forks |
| Fronttyre | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Frontwheeltravel | 120 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 245 mm (9.6 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | Swingarm (monocross) |
| Reartyre | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Rearwheeltravel | 117 mm (4.6 inches) |
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) |
| Enginedetails | In-line four, four-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Injection |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Ignition | TCI |
| Lubricationsystem | Wet sump |
| Power | 76.43 HP (55.8 kW)) @ 12000 RPM |
| Torque | 51.60 Nm (5.3 kgf-m or 38.1 ft.lbs) @ 5270 RPM |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
Other Specifications
| Starter | Electric |
|---|
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 180.0 kg (396.8 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 19.40 litres (5.13 gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 145 mm (5.7 inches) |
| Overallheight | 1,085 mm (42.7 inches) |
| Overalllength | 2,095 mm (82.5 inches) |
| Overallwidth | 755 mm (29.7 inches) |
| Powerweightratio | 0.4246 HP/kg |
| Seatheight | 795 mm (31.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
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.