2012 Yamaha FZ6R Specs, and Review

2012 Yamaha FZ6R

When entering the sportbike market, new riders ofter have that daunting task of choosing the correct machine. Some bikes are either too much for a beginning rider, and some way too less.

Yamaha understood this concept, which helped them develop the FZ6 back in 2004. The entry-level sportbike with featured a half-fairing was basically a detuned Yamaha R6 built for real-world riding. The bike became popular for the beginning rider, but needed more styling. 

The 2012 Yamaha FZ6R has a special ambience that makes you feel comfortable the minute you swing a leg over the seat. It is a sports bike that does not make any earth shattering claims; just a bike that will leave you smiling after each and every ride. Perhaps you are just getting started in motorcycling or have been around long enough to recognize that fun is not always determined by engine size or horsepower.

The 2012 Yamaha FZ6R offer features that make it easy for beginning riders to get started: a low seat height (30.9-inch seat height, adjustable 3/4 of inch higher of lower), grips that reach back to you, and a torquey, 600cc engine you won't outgrow anytime soon. Add a beautiful diamond-steel frame, a sleek fairing, a Yamaha R6 style exhaust and a price that makes it way more affordable than it looks, and it all adds up to the ultimate first sportsbike. And just because it's entry-level doesn't mean Yamaha skimped on the brakes; the 2012 Yamaha FZ6R is slowed down via dual, 298mm front discs and a 245mm-rear disc.

2012 Yamaha FZ6R

2012 Yamaha FZ6R - USA Specifications/Technical Details
MSRP* $7,690 (Raven) Available from September 2011
$7,590 (Pearl White) Available from September 2011

ENGINE

• Type 600cc liquid-cooled 4-stroke, DOHC 16 valves
• Bore x Stroke 65.5mm x 44.5mm
• Compression Ratio 12.2:1
• Fuel Delivery Fuel injection
• Ignition Digital TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition
• Transmission 6-speed; multi-plate wet clutch
• Final Drive O-ring chain

CHASSIS

• Suspension / Front Telescopic fork, 5.1-in.travel
• Suspension / Rear Single shock, 5.1-in travel
• Brakes / Front Hydraulic disc, 298mm
• Brakes / Rear Hydraulic disc, 245mm
• Tires / Front 120/70 ZR17
• Tires / Rear 160/60 ZR17

DIMENSIONS

• Length 83.5 in
• Width 30.3 in
• Height 46.7 in
• Seat Height 30.9 in
• Ground Clearance 5.5 in
• Wheelbase 56.7 in
• Rake (Caster Angle) 26.0°
• Trail 4.1 in
• Fuel Capacity 4.6 gal
• Fuel Economy** 43 mpg
• Wet Weight 470 lb

OTHER

• Warranty 1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty)

2012 Yamaha FZ6R - Canadian Specifications/Technical Details
Canada MSRP Price: See dealer for pricing in CDN

Engine

• Engine Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 16-valve, in-line four
• Displacement 600cc
• Bore and Stroke 65.5 x 44.5mm
• Compression Ratio 12.2:1
• Maximum Torque 6.1 kg-m (44.1 ft-lb) @ 8,500 rpm
• Fuel Delivery Mikuni 32mm throttle body FI
• Estimated Fuel Consumption* 18.1 kpl/ 51.5 mpg (Imp.)
• Lubrication Wet sump
• Ignition / Starting TCI / Electric
• Transmission 6-speed
• Final Drive "O" ring chain

Chassis

• Suspension (Front) 41mm fork
• Suspension (Rear) Monocross
• Brakes (Front) Dual 298mm discs
• Brakes (Rear) 245mm disc
• Tires (Front) 120/70ZR17
• Tires (Rear) 160/60ZR17

Dimensions / Technical Details

• Length 2,120mm (83.5")
• Width 770mm (30.3")
• Height 1,185mm (46.7")
• Wheelbase 1,440mm (56.7")
• Rake / Trail 26° / 103mm (4.1")
• Ground Clearance 140mm (5.5")
• Seat Height 785mm (30.9") to 805 (31.7")
• Fuel Capacity 17 litres (3.7 Imp. gal.)
• Wet Weight 212kg (467 lb)
• Colour(s) Metallic Black
• Bluish White

± Fuel economy estimates are based on US EPA exhaust emission certification data obtained by Yamaha and converted into Canadian measurements. Your actual mileage will vary depending on road condition, how you ride, maintain your vehicle, accessories, cargo and operator/passenger weight.

Specifications, appearance, and price of product are subject to change without notice.

* MSRP does not include freight, PDI (Pre Delivery Inspection), pre-rigging (boats), or taxes. Dealer may sell for less. See your local dealer for out the door pricing.

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