Yamaha FZX 750 vs Aprilia Shiver Sport 750 ABS (2017)

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

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha FZX 750Aprilia Shiver Sport 750 ABS
Model year19892017
Price
Engine749 cc750 cc
Horsepower94 hp95 hp
Torque81 Nm
Weight189 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity3.4 L4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDual discDouble disc. ABS. Wave disc. Four-piston radial calipers.
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. Wave disc. Single piston caliper. ABS.
Tires110/90-16 / 140/90-15 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

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

Picking between the Yamaha FZX 750 and the Aprilia Shiver Sport 750 ABS 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 ABS counters with 95 hp at 189 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: