Built around Yamaha's sport motorcycle platform, the 1999 Yamaha FZR 600 utilizes a 599 cc (36.6 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke layout. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 59.0 x 54.8 mm (2.3 x 2.2 inches) with a 12.0:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the FZR 600 measures 179.2 kg (395 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,425 mm (56.1 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 18.16-liter (4.8 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 6.35 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 286 km (178 miles) between fill-ups.
Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 6 indexed model years from 1989 to 1999, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Theoretical Range
~286 km (178 mi)
Engine
Displacement599.0 ccm (36.55 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line four, four-stroke
Compression12.0:1
Bore x Stroke59.0 x 54.8 mm (2.3 x 2.2 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Performance
Fuel Consumption6.35 litres/100 km (15.7 km/l or 37.04 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases147.3 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
Front Travel38 mm (1.5 inches)
Wheelbase1425 mm (56.1 inches)
Ground Clearance135 mm (5.3 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre110/70-VR17-240
Rear Tyre140/60-VR18-240
Front BrakesDouble disc. 4-piston calipers
Front Brake Ø298 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Single piston caliper
Rear Brake Ø245 mm (9.6 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight179.2 kg (395.0 pounds)
Overall Height1156 mm (45.5 inches)
Overall Length2096 mm (82.5 inches)
Overall Width701 mm (27.6 inches)
Fuel Capacity18.16 litres (4.80 US gallons)
Other
Color OptionsBlack, white detail
Notes
Yamaha’s greatest value-oriented sport bike has won countless magazine “best buy” and “most bang for the buck” kudos. This high-performance package springs from the same Genesis-engined, Deltabox-framed gene pool as the YZF-R1 and the YZF-R6.
Use this page to compare this motorcycle by its real specifications, not only by model name. Focus on the details that affect fit, comfort, handling, range and ownership.
Weight
Compare weight carefully because it affects low-speed handling, parking and confidence.
Fuel Capacity
Fuel capacity helps estimate touring range and how often you may need to stop.
Brakes
Brake setup is worth comparing if you ride in traffic, mountains or with a passenger.
Suspension
Suspension details can matter for comfort, road feel and long-distance riding.
Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
