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2004 Yamaha FZ6 Overview
For 2004, Yamaha offers the FZ6 as a naked bike motorcycle with 600 cc on tap. The 2004 Yamaha FZ6 is built around an In-line four, four-stroke engine, a compression ratio of 12.2:1. Internally, bore and stroke are 65.5 x 44.5 mm. Out on the road, the FZ6 delivers 63.10 Nm @ 10000 of torque. In everyday use, the 2004 FZ6 tips the scales at 180 kg, offers a seat height of 795 mm and spans a 1,440 mm wheelbase. That's roughly 25.9 kg lighter than the average naked bike motorcycle in our database. Every technical detail, from suspension travel to tyre sizes, is covered in the full 2004 Yamaha FZ6 spec sheet below.
2004 FZ6 - Pros & Cons
Strengths
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Factory engineering: There's nothing exotic about the 2004 Yamaha FZ6's spec sheet - just solid, proven engineering for what it's meant to do.
Considerations
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Age-related wear: No particular mechanical concern flags for the FZ6 - condition on any used example comes down to how well it's been looked after.
Wear Points & Servicing Notes
Brake disc and pad wear
Double disc up front provides the primary stopping power; inspect disc thickness and pad wear at each tyre change to catch scoring before it becomes a rotor replacement.
Suspension condition on used examples
Suspension duties are handled by Telescopic fork, 43 mm up front and Swingarm at the rear. Weeping fork seals aren't a dealbreaker on a used bike, but they're a fair basis for negotiating price.
FZ6 - Buying & Maintenance Guide
What to check before buying
A pre-purchase check on the 2004 Yamaha FZ6 should cover the same ground every time: service history, chain and sprocket condition, and any oil seepage around the casings. Start it from cold if you can - a well-kept FZ6 settles to a smooth idle within seconds.
Oil and filter changes
Oil changes are the cheapest insurance you can buy for a FZ6's engine - keep to the manufacturer's interval rather than stretching it. Use the viscosity grade the manual specifies, not whatever's on sale.
2004 Yamaha FZ6 - Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2004 Yamaha FZ6 have?
The 2004 Yamaha FZ6 uses an In-line four, four-stroke engine with 600 cc of displacement.
How much does the 2004 Yamaha FZ6 weigh?
The 2004 Yamaha FZ6 weighs 180 kg. This is the manufacturer's dry figure.
How much power does the 2004 Yamaha FZ6 make?
The 2004 Yamaha FZ6 produces 63.10 Nm @ 10000 of torque.
Is the 2004 Yamaha FZ6 suitable for shorter riders?
The 2004 Yamaha FZ6 has a seat height of 795 mm. This is a moderate seat height that suits a wide range of rider heights.
What brakes does the 2004 Yamaha FZ6 have?
The 2004 Yamaha FZ6 uses Double disc at the front and Single disc at the rear.
What tyre sizes does the 2004 Yamaha FZ6 use?
The 2004 Yamaha FZ6 runs 120/70-ZR17 front and 180/55-ZR17 rear tyres. A good selection of sport, touring and all-weather rubber is available in these sizes.
What suspension does the 2004 Yamaha FZ6 have?
The 2004 Yamaha FZ6 uses Telescopic fork, 43 mm up front and Swingarm at the rear.
Yamaha FZ6 Spec Evolution
The Yamaha FZ6 was produced across 7 model years (2004-2010). The table below highlights the key specifications that changed across the production run - useful whether you are comparing years or tracking down a specific variant.
| Specification |
2004 |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
2008 |
2009 |
2010 |
| Dry Weight |
180 kg / 396.8 lbs |
191.9 kg / 423.0 lbs |
180 kg / 396.8 lbs |
186 kg / 410.0 lbs |
186 kg / 410.0 lbs |
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| Engine Type |
In-line four, four-stroke |
In-line four, four-stroke |
In-line four |
In-line four |
In-line four |
In-line four |
In-line four, four-stroke |
| Seat Height |
795 mm / 31.3 in. |
800 mm / 31.5 in. |
795 mm / 31.3 in. |
795 mm / 31.3 in. |
795 mm / 31.3 in. |
795 mm / 31.3 in. |
795 mm / 31.3 in. |
| Fuel Capacity |
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5.10 litres / 1.35 gallons |
19.40 litres / 5.13 gallons |
19.30 litres / 5.10 gallons |
19.30 litres / 5.10 gallons |
19.30 litres / 5.10 gallons |
19.30 litres / 5.10 gallons |
| Ground Clearance (mm) |
145 mm |
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130 mm |
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| Ground Clearance (in.) |
5.7 inches |
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5.1 inches |
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| Suspension - Front |
Telescopic fork, 43 mm |
43mm telescopic fork, 5.1´ |
Telescopic fork |
43mm telescopic fork, 5.1´ |
43mm telescopic fork, 5.1-in travel |
43mm telescopic fork, 5.1-in travel |
43mm telescopic fork, 5.1-in travel |
| Suspension - Rear |
Swingarm (Linkless type Monocross) |
Single shock, adjustable preload |
Swingarm (Linkless type Monocross) |
Single shock, adjustable preload |
Single shock |
Single shock |
Single shock |
Key Specifications
Engine
In-line four, four-stroke
Power
Not published by manufacturer
Torque
63.10 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.5 ft.lbs) @ 10000
Top Speed
Not published by manufacturer
Weight
180 kg / 396.8 lbs
Fuel Capacity
Not published by manufacturer
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Full 2004 Yamaha FZ6 Specifications
Colours
Lava red, Midnight black, Silver ice
Ground Clearance (in.)
5.7 inches
Ground Clearance (mm)
145 mm
Seat Height
795 mm / 31.3 in.
Wheelbase
1,440 mm / 56.7 in.
Height
1,215 mm / 47.8 in.
Length
2,095 mm / 82.5 in.
Width
750 mm / 29.5 in.
Dry Weight
180 kg / 396.8 lbs
Bore x Stroke (in,)
2.6 x 1.8 inches
Bore x Stroke (mm)
65.5 x 44.5 mm
Displacement (cc)
600.00 cc
Displacement (ci)
36.61 cubic inches
Engine Type
In-line four, four-stroke
Compression Ratio
12.2:1
Suspension - Front
Telescopic fork, 43 mm
Suspension - Rear
Swingarm (Linkless type Monocross)
Wheel Travel - Front
130 mm / 5.1 in.
Wheel Travel - Rear
130 mm / 5.1 in.
Brakes - Front Diameter (in.)
11.7 inches
Brakes - Front Diameter (mm)
298 mm
Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.)
9.6 inches
Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm)
245 mm
Brakes - Front
Double disc
Brakes - Rear
Single disc
Tyres - Front
120/70-ZR17
Tyres - Rear
180/55-ZR17
Specifications are compiled from manufacturer documentation and cross-referenced
technical sources, and corrected on an ongoing basis.
Spot an error? Let us know.
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