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Power/Weight
0.52 hp/kg
Torque
63 Nm
Engine
600 ccm
Technical Overview
2004 Yamaha FZ 6 Fazer Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Engineered by Yamaha for the naked motorcycle segment, the 2004 Yamaha FZ 6 Fazer pairs a 600 cc (36.6 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 96.6 HP (70.5 kW) at 12,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 63.1 Nm (46.5 lb-ft) at 10,000 rpm. With a specific output of 161 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (10,000 rpm) and peak power (12,000 rpm), the engine character is placing it firmly in high-revving supersport territory where top-end breathing dominates.
On the scales, the FZ 6 Fazer measures 186 kg (410 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.52 HP/kg (1.93 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 795 mm (31.3 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,440 mm (56.7 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure.
Specific Output
161 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.52 HP/kg (1.93 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
10,000–12,000 rpm
Standover Height
795 mm (31.3 in)
Engine
Displacement600.0 ccm (36.61 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line four, four-stroke
Power96.6 HP (70.5 kW)) @ 12000 RPM
Torque63.1 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.5 ft.lbs) @ 10000 RPM
Compression12.2:1
Bore x Stroke65.5 x 44.5 mm (2.6 x 1.8 inches)
CoolingLiquid
Chassis
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork, diameter 43 mm
Front Travel130 mm (5.1 inches)
Rear SuspensionSwingarm (Linkless type Monocross)
Rear Travel130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Ground Clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre180/55-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc
Front Brake Ø298 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø245 mm (9.6 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight186.0 kg (410.1 pounds)
Power/Weight0.5191 HP/kg
Seat Height795 mm (31.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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