Yamaha FZX 750 vs Aprilia Shiver Sport 750 (2014)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha FZX 750stacks up against the Aprilia Shiver Sport 750. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha FZX 750Aprilia Shiver Sport 750
Model year19892014
Price
Engine749 cc750 cc
Horsepower94 hp95 hp
Torque81 Nm
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity3.4 L4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDual discDouble disc. Stainless steel floating discs. Four piston radial calipers. Metal braided brake line
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. Single piston caliper
Tires110/90-16 / 140/90-15 120/70-17 / 180/55-17

Yamaha FZX 750 vs Aprilia Shiver Sport 750 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha FZX 750 and the Aprilia Shiver Sport 750 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha FZX 750 brings 94 hp, while the Aprilia Shiver Sport 750 counters with 95 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: