2008 Yamaha FZ 6 Reviews, Prices, and Specs

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2008 Yamaha FZ 6

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2008 Yamaha FZ 6 Specifications

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Identification
Model Type	Standard
BASE MSRP(US)	$6,999.00
Warranty	12
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Engine:
Engine Type	Horizontal In-line
Cylinders	4
Engine Stroke	4-Stroke
Cooling	Liquid
Valves	16
Valves Per Cylinder	4
Valve Configuration	DOHC
Bore (mm/in)	65.5 / 2.58
Stroke (mm/in)	44.5 / 1.75
Displacement (cc/ci)	600 / 36.6
Compression Ratio	12.2:1
Starter	Electric
Fuel Requirements	Regular
Emissions Standards	Meets Euro 2 Emissions
Ram Air Induction	No
Fuel Type	Gas
Fuel Injector	Yes
Fuel Injector Size (mm)	36
Carburetor	No
Carburetion Type	Fuel Injected
Transmission:
Transmission Type	Manual
Number Of Speeds	6
Overdrive	No
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)	Chain
Reverse	No
Wheels & Tires:
Wheels Composition	Aluminum
Tube / Tubeless	Tubeless
Front Wheel Width (in)	3.5
Rear Wheel Width (in)	5.5
Front Tire Width	120
Front Tire Aspect Ratio	70
Front Tire Speed Rating	Z
Front Wheel Diameter	17
Rear Tire Width	180
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio	55
Rear Tire Speed Rating	Z
Rear Wheel Diameter	17
Front Tire (Full Spec)	120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire (Full Spec)	180/55 ZR17
Brakes:
Front Brake Type	Dual Hydraulic Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)	11.7 / 298
Front Caliper Pistons	4
Rear Brake Type	Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)	9.7 / 245
Rear Caliper Pistons	1
Suspension:
Front Suspension Type	Telescopic Fork
Front Suspension Size (in/mm)	1.7 / 43
Front Travel (in/mm)	5.1 / 129.5
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load	No
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping	No
Front Central Suspension Strut	No
Steering Damper	No
Rear Suspension Type	Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Travel (in/mm)	5.1 / 129.5
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load	Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping	No
Number Rear Shock Absorbers	1
Rear Suspension Material	Aluminum
Air Adjustable	No
Steering:
Steering Control	Handlebar
Technical Specifications:
Length (ft)	6.88
Width (in/mm)	29.5 / 749.3
Height (in/mm)	47.6 / 1209
Wheelbase (in/mm)	56.7 / 1440.2
Rake (degrees)	25
Trail (in/mm)	3.8 / 96.5
Length (ft/ft)	6
Length (ft/in)	10
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)	410 / 186
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)	5.1 / 19.3
Fuel Capacity Reserve (gal/l)	0.95 / 3.6
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)	1.46
Seats:
Seat Type	One-Piece
Adjustable	No
Seat Material	Vinyl
Seat Location	Driver and Passenger
Folding	No
Seat Height (in/mm)	31.3 / 795
Number Of Seats	2
Grab Rail or Strap	Standard
Exterior:
Frame	Aluminum
Body Material	Plastic
Hand Grip Material	Rubber
Foot Peg Material	Aluminum
Foot Peg Location	Driver and Passenger
Adjustable	No
Chain Guard	Yes
Drive Shaft Guard	No
Fork Guards	No
Saddle Bag Guard	No
Belt Guard	No
Hand Guards	No
Brush Guard	No
Heel Guards	Yes
Exhaust Guard	Yes
Light Guard	No
Choke Knob Cover	No
Drive Shaft Cover	No
Swing Arm Cover	No
Carburetor Cover	No
Front Fender Material	Plastic
Rear Fender Material	Plastic
Top Crown	Standard
Stand Type	Center / Kick
Handlebars	Standard
Upper Fairing	Standard
License Plate	Standard
Instrumentation:
Digital Instrumentation	Standard
Clock	Standard
Tachometer	Standard
Trip Odometer	Standard
Speedometer	Standard
Temperature Warning Type	Gauge
Fuel Level Warning Type	Gauge
Pricing:
Warranty (Condition)	Limited
Zero Price Schema	0
Identification:
Generic Type (Primary)	Standard
Manufacturer Country	Japan
Introduction Year	2004
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age	16
MIC Model Segment	ON-HWY Sport Bike 501-750cc
Audio & Communication:
Satellite	No
Mounts:
Windshield Mounts	Standard
Paint & Finish:
Paint	Standard
Glass:
Rearview Mirrors	Standard
Windshield Lowers	No
Height Adjustable	No
Tinted	No
Height	Low
Storage:
Underseat Storage	Standard
Lockable Storage	Standard
Lights:
Headlight Mounts	Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)	Standard
Convenience:
Adjustable Levers	Standard
Handlebar Lock	Standard

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By wayne arless rhodes(Enthusiast), Sep. 12, 2008

i think after reserching and carefully reading magazine up dates. i have decided to buy the yamaha fz6 standard. it has a aluminum frame' 410 lbs dry weight; 468 with all the fluids and toped off with gas. 84 horsepower at the rear wheels, and about 106 horsepower at the flywheel.thats alot of power... Read Full Review

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