Yamaha FZ6R vs Suzuki GSX-R 600 W (2018)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha FZ6Rstacks up against the Suzuki GSX-R 600 W. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha FZ6RSuzuki GSX-R 600 W
Model year20181992
Price$7,799
Engine600 cc600 cc
Horsepower106 hp
Weight208 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity4.6 L4.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic. Double disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic. Single disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17

Yamaha FZ6R vs Suzuki GSX-R 600 W — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha FZ6R and the Suzuki GSX-R 600 W usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha FZ6R brings its published horsepower, while the Suzuki GSX-R 600 W counters with 106 hp at 208 kg.

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: