The Yamaha XJ6 motorcycle specifications include a 600 cc (36.61 cu in) engine, power of 76.4 hp (55.8 kW), a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 205 kg (451.9 lb).
Key specifications
The 2009 model is treated as the standard specification. Only later model years with a different supplied value are shown below.
How the Yamaha XJ6 compares
This compares the motorcycle with all Yamaha models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the Yamaha database average.
About 43% higher than the Yamaha database average. Around the 72nd percentile across Yamaha models.
About 9% higher than the Yamaha database average. Around the 64th percentile across Yamaha models.
About 10% heavier than the Yamaha database average. Around the 62nd percentile across Yamaha models.
Very close to the Yamaha database average. Around the 44th percentile across Yamaha models.
About 33% larger than the Yamaha database average. Around the 77th percentile across Yamaha models.
Yamaha database percentile rankings
Percentiles show where this motorcycle sits across the Yamaha specifications database. They are descriptive database rankings, not performance ratings.
76.4 hp — more powerful than about 72% of Yamaha models with power data.
600 cc — larger displacement than about 64% of Yamaha models.
205 kg — heavier than about 62% of Yamaha models, or lighter than about 38%.
785 mm — taller than about 44% of Yamaha models.
17.3 L — larger than about 77% of Yamaha fuel tanks in this database.
Dimensions compared with Yamaha average
Each measurement is compared with the average value across Yamaha models where that dimension is available.
2,120
2,082
Close to average.
770
823
6% below average.
1,085
1,172
7% below average.
1,440
1,416
Close to average.
785
793
Close to average.
140
181
23% below average.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 120/70-ZR17 |
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| Rear tire size | 160/60-ZR17 |
| Engine oil capacity | 3.40 L (3.59 US qt) |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 0.373 hp/kg |
| Power-to-weight | 372.7 hp/tonne |
| Specific power | 127.3 hp/L |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 1.47:1 (Oversquare) |
Model information
| Category | Naked bike |
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Engine specifications
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 600 cc (36.61 cu in) |
| Power | 76.4 hp (55.8 kW) |
| Torque | 59.7 Nm (6.1 kgf-m or 44.0 ft.lbs) @ 6,100 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 65.5 x 44.5 mm (2.6 x 1.8 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 12.2:1 |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Ignition | TCI |
| Starter | Electric |
| Lubrication | Wet sump |
| Oil capacity | 3.40 L (3.59 US qt) |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | Wet, multiple-disc |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | Steel, diamond shaped |
|---|---|
| Front suspension | Telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Swingarm (monocross) |
| Front wheel travel | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Trail | 104 mm (4.1 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Double disc |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front tire | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear tire | 160/60-ZR17 |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 205 kg (451.9 lb) |
|---|---|
| Seat height | 785 mm (30.9 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,120 mm (83.5 inches) |
| Overall width | 770 mm (30.3 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,085 mm (42.7 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,440 mm (56.7 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 17.30 L (4.57 US gal) |
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Other specifications
| Color options | White, yellow, black |
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Disclaimer: Specifications may vary by market, trim, production date and optional equipment, and scraped or historical data can contain errors. Comparison and percentile values are calculated from Yamaha models in this specifications database. Always double-check important specifications against the motorcycle owner’s/service manual and official Yamaha information before relying on them. Visit the official Yamaha website.