2012Yamaha XJ6 Diversion

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The 2012 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion is a versatile 600cc naked bike ideal for commuters and novice riders seeking reliability and ease of handling. Powered by a liquid-cooled four-cylinder engine delivering smooth power delivery, it excels as an affordable, practical middleweight suitable for daily riding and street use with approachable performance characteristics. A factory ABS option was also available.

Capacity: 600.0 ccm
Engine: In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 198.0 kg
Seat height: 785 mm
Power: 76.4 HP (56.2 kW) @ 10000 RPM

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What’s new for the 2012 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion

vs the 2011

Spec	2011	2012
Torque	59.7 Nm (6.1 kgf-m or 44.0 ft.lbs) @ 8500 RPM	59.7 Nm (6.1 kgf-m or 44.0 ft.lbs) @ 6100 RPM
Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Telescopic forks
Rear suspension	Swingarm (monocross)	Linked monoshock with spring preload adjustment
Front brakes	Double disc. Anti-lock brake	Double disc

Other years 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering75%

City riding82%

Daily riding85%

Touring55%

Two-up55%

Track45%

Best for: Designed as a versatile, do-it-all naked bike for commuting, weekend rides, and light touring rather than outright performance.
Built for: A smooth, torquey inline-four with a linear power curve gives an easygoing yet lively riding experience.
Not ideal for: Not the right choice for riders seeking track-focused performance, aggressive sportbike ergonomics, or serious off-road capability.

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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 785mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2012 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 600.0 ccm
Power: 76.4 HP (56.2 kW) @ 10000 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 2 CO2 g/km
Torque: 59.7 Nm (6.1 kgf-m) @ 6100 RPM
Engine type: In-line four, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.3859 HP/kg
Bore x stroke: 65.5 x 44.5 mm
Compression: 12.2:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: TCI
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Wet sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet, Multiple Disc

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1440 mm
Overall length: 2120 mm
Overall width: 770 mm
Overall height: 1210 mm
Seat height: 785 mm
Dry weight: 198.0 kg
Wet weight: 211.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 17.00 litres
Ground clearance: 140 mm
Oil capacity: 3.40 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Steel, Diamond Shaped
Front suspension: Telescopic forks
Rear suspension: Linked monoshock with spring preload adjustment
Front wheel travel: 130 mm
Rear wheel travel: 130 mm
Rake (fork angle): 26.0°
Trail: 103 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc
Front brakes diameter: 298 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 245 mm
ABS: Optional
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 160/60-ZR17

Other

Color options: Blue, white, black

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What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2009	2010	2012	2013	2015
Capacity	600 cc	600 cc	600 cc	600 cc	600 cc
Dry weight	198 kg	198 kg	198 kg	198 kg	198 kg
Seat height	785 mm	785 mm	785 mm	785 mm	785 mm
Fuel capacity	17.3 L	17.3 L	17 L	17 L	17 L