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2005Yamaha FZ6 Fazer
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The 2005 Yamaha FZ6 is a middleweight sport bike designed for riders seeking an accessible entry into sportbike performance. Its 600cc liquid-cooled inline-four engine delivers smooth, manageable power with fuel injection reliability, while the aggressive styling and 6-speed transmission provide genuine sporty handling without excessive demands on rider skill.
- Capacity
- 600.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 191.9 kg
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Power
- 98.0 HP (72.1 kW)
What’s new for the 2005 Yamaha FZ6 Fazer
vs the 2004| Spec | 2004 | 2005 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 96.6 HP (71.0 kW) @ 12000 RPM | 98.0 HP (72.1 kW) |
| Torque | 63.1 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.5 ft.lbs) @ 10000 RPM | 63.0 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.5 ft.lbs) |
| Top speed | 228.0 km/h (141.7 mph) | not listed |
| Dry weight | 180.0 kg (396.8 pounds) | 191.9 kg (423.1 pounds) |
| Front suspension | Telescopic fork, 43 mm | 43mm telescopic fork, 5.1´ |
| Rear suspension | Swingarm (Linkless type Monocross) | Single shock, adjustable preload |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- A versatile naked sportbike designed for spirited street riding, commuting, and occasional weekend canyon runs rather than dedicated touring or track use.
- Built for
- Revvy in-line four engine character with a linear power delivery, agile steel-framed handling, and a raw, unfaired naked-bike feel.
- Not ideal for
- Not ideal for riders seeking long-distance touring comfort, wind protection, or any off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usReliability & safety
Bike Reliability score, safety recalls and owner complaintsSafety recalls
⚠ 1 recall may applyEQUIPMENTApr 2014 · 14E012000
Ohlins Racing AB (Ohlins) is recalling certain steering dampers kits manufactured with an incorrectly machined bracket. These dampers were sold for use as aftermarket equipment on Yamaha R1, R6, and FZ6, Suzuki TL1000 R and GSX1300R, Honda CB600RR, and Ducati Monster 1000, 748, 848, 916, 996, and 998 motorcycles. Also included are universal steering damper kits with part numbers SD 000 through SD 005. The affected brackets may crack.
Risk: If there is a crack in the steering bracket, at low speeds it may cause the steering to lock, leading to personal injury or a crash.
Remedy: Ohlins will notify the distributors and provide their customers with a new bracket. The recall began in November 2013. Owners may contact Ohlins USA at 1-828-692-4525. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 13E-034.
These recalls cover some 2005 bikes of this model. Whether one applies to a specific bike, and whether the repair has already been done, depends on its VIN — check your VIN with NHTSA, use gov.uk/check-vehicle-recall in the UK, or ask a dealer.
Source: NHTSA. View all Yamaha recalls →
Bike Reliability
How the score works →61
out of 100Good
The 2005 Yamaha FZ6 Fazer passed its annual roadworthiness test first time 84.4% of the time, 3.1 points above expected for bikes of the same age and mileage. That beats 61% of models.
All years of this model: 63 / 100 (good) from 36,146 tests.
84.4%Passed first time
8.3%Failed outright
7.3%Fixed during test
15,000Typical miles
14,339Tests
Pass rate by miles ridden
All years of this model.
Score by year first registered
61
65
61
70
53
20032004200520062007
Against its rivals · ranks 1 of 6
| # | Model (all years) | Score | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yamaha FZ6 Fazer | 63 Good | 36,146 |
| 2 | Yamaha MT-03 | 55 Average | 9,988 |
| 3 | Honda CB600F Hornet | 49 Average | 7,349 |
| 4 | Suzuki SV650 | 49 Average | 75,177 |
| 5 | Sachs Roadster 650 | 48 Average | 1,012 |
| 6 | Cagiva Raptor 650 | 41 Average | 890 |
Rivals are the most-viewed bikes on MotorcycleDB in the same category and engine size, from within three years of this model.
From British annual roadworthiness tests, 2005-2025. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0 (DVSA MOT test data, Great Britain). How Bike Reliability works.
Engine
- Capacity
- 600.0 ccm
- Power
- 98.0 HP (72.1 kW)
- Torque
- 63.0 Nm (6.4 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5107 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 65.5 x 44.5 mm
- Compression
- 12.2:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Digital 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
- 2096 mm
- Overall width
- 765 mm
- Overall height
- 1085 mm
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Dry weight
- 191.9 kg
- Wet weight
- 208.2 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 19.40 litres
- Ground clearance
- 130 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- 43mm telescopic fork, 5.1´
- Rear suspension
- Single shock, adjustable preload
- Front wheel travel
- 130 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 130 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.0°
- Trail
- 97 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 298 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 245 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-ZR17
Maintenance
- Tyre pressure (solo)
- Front 225 kPa (33 psi), rear 250 kPa (36 psi)
- Tyre pressure (two-up)
- Front 250 kPa (36 psi), rear 290 kPa (42 psi)
- Tyre pressure notes
- Solo: up to 90 kg (198 lb) load. Two-up: 90 kg to maximum load.
- Engine oil
- SAE 10W-30 or 20W-40, API SE or higher
- Oil change
- 2.50 litres
- Oil change with filter
- 2.80 litres
- Fuel grade
- Unleaded
- Battery
- GT12B-4, 12 V 10.0 Ah
- Spark plug
- NGK CR9EK, gap 0.6-0.7 mm
- Coolant capacity
- 2.00 litres
- Brake fluid
- DOT 4
Other
- Color options
- Galaxy Blue/Black, Cerulean Silver/Black
Specs last verified against published sources: .
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2004 | 2005 | 2006 | 2007 | 2009 | 2010 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 600 cc | 600 cc | 600 cc | 600 cc | 600 cc | 600 cc |
| Dry weight | 180 kg | 192 kg | 180 kg | 186 kg | 186 kg | 186 kg |
| Seat height | 795 mm | 800 mm | 795 mm | 795 mm | 795 mm | 795 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 19.4 L | 19.4 L | 19.4 L | 19.3 L | 19.3 L | 19.3 L |
| Bike Reliability ⓘ | 65 Good | 61 Good | 70 Good | 53 Average | Too few tests | Too few tests |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Yamaha FZ6 Fazer?
The 2005 Yamaha FZ6 Fazer has a Capacity of 600.0 ccm (36.61 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha FZ6 Fazer have?
The 2005 Yamaha FZ6 Fazer has a Power of 98.0 HP (72.1 kW).
How many gears does the Yamaha FZ6 Fazer have?
The 2005 Yamaha FZ6 Fazer has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Yamaha FZ6 Fazer?
The 2005 Yamaha FZ6 Fazer has a Torque of 63.0 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.5 ft.lbs).
How much does the Yamaha FZ6 Fazer weigh?
The 2005 Yamaha FZ6 Fazer has a Dry weight of 191.9 kg (423.1 pounds).
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