Yamaha FJ 600 vs Suzuki GSX 600 F (reduced effect) (1992)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha FJ 600stacks up against the Suzuki GSX 600 F (reduced effect). Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha FJ 600Suzuki GSX 600 F (reduced effect)
Model year19841992
Price
Engine598 cc599 cc
Horsepower72 hp50 hp
Torque54 Nm
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity5.7 L5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Dual Slotted Discs, 2 piston calipersDual disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Single Slotted disc, 1 piston calipersSingle disc
Tires110/90-V18 / 140/19-V18 110/80-17 / 140/80-17

Yamaha FJ 600 vs Suzuki GSX 600 F (reduced effect) — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha FJ 600 and the Suzuki GSX 600 F (reduced effect) usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha FJ 600 brings 72 hp, while the Suzuki GSX 600 F (reduced effect) counters with 50 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: