New-concept middleweight sportbike:
High-performance but with an anything, anytime, anywhere
attitude.
Upright, comfortable riding position with great weather
protection. Light, effortless handling for urban use,
comfortable long-distance cruising, and serious sport
riding too.
Engine:
Super-light and compact YZF-R6-based engine is tuned
for enhanced midrange performance as well as strong
rev-ability.
Cams and intake tracts are designed to produce maximum
torque at 10,000 rpm, maximum power at 12,000 rpm.
Group fuel injection combines simplicity with excellent
response and performance.
Powerful 32-bit processor and 4-jet bi-directional injectors
negate the need for the R6’s suction-piston vacuum
assist system and is 75% lighter.
Six-speed gearbox with triangulated input and output
shafts, heavy-duty clutch and through-the-frame shifter
for years of precise, positive shifting.
Stainless steel underseat exhaust system with heat shield
looks cool and doesn’t interfere with passengers
or luggage.
Acoustic analysis of the downdraft intake tract and
exhaust produce a bike that sounds as cool as it looks.
Large radiator with ring-type fan for excellent cooling
capacity.
Yamaha Air Induction System, along with a metal honeycomb
type catalytic converter, let the FZ6 pass strict EU2
and CARB emissions standards.
Chassis/Suspension:
Strong and very light Controlled Fill die cast aluminum
frame is made from only two pieces, which bolt together
at the steering head and in the swingarm pivot area.
Five-point stressed-member engine mounting design consists
of two crankcase mounts per side and one mount on the
left side of the cylinder head for excellent strength
and light weight.
Placing the engine’s crankshaft axis close to
the FZ6’s roll axis aids quick handling and light,
positive steering.
25 degrees of rake, 3.8-inch trail and 56.7-inch wheelbase
for quick handling and excellent tracking.
Single shock linkageless rear suspension is simple and
light with sport-biased damping tuned for a controlled,
progressive feel; extruded aluminum swingarm is 23.2
inches long for reduced chain-pull effect, further bolstering
the FZ6’s outstanding handling.
Placing the battery under the fuel tank and behind the
steering head helps achieve 51-percent front wheel weight
distribution and excellent handling.
Single-piece upper triple clamp/ handlebar mount, with
tubular handlebar for excellent front-end feel, feedback
and light steering; 35-degree steering lock means excellent
maneuverability in traffic.
Extremely light YZF-R6-type 5-spoke wheels reduce unsprung
weight by 18% for improved suspension action and handling,
acceleration and deceleration.
Thick dual seat offers exceptional solo or two-up comfort
and passenger grab rails also serve as bungee attachment
points.
Additional Features:
LCD two-color instrument display with integrated bar-type
tachometer on the left, and numerical speedometer in
the center– also two tripmeters, clock, fuel,
intake air temperature and water temperature gauges
and usual indicator lights.
120/70-ZR17 and 180/55-ZR17 radial tires complement
the FZ6’s modern look, and its increased torque
and great handling fully exploit the superb grip they
provide.
Large windscreen provides good protection and minimal
noise; anti-reversion panels on each side of the lower
fairing reduce turbulence.
Dual 12V 60/55-watt multireflector headlight gives a
sleek, R1-type profile for superb aerodynamics and visibility.
Completely unique, CAD-drawn fuel tank meets the needs
of style, handlebar clearance and tactile feel in one
beautiful package crafted from high-stretch titanium-rich
alloy.
Sporty taillight design reduces both weight and size
while providing excellent visibility.
Centerstand for easier maintenance.
Standard toolkit and U-lock storage under the seat.
