The Fz6 is not a beginner bike! It's a detuned 2nd gen R6 motor but still puts out 100hp. I had one as a second bike and sure, around town if you don't push the RPMs above 6k, it's as non-eventful as anything else out there. Start pushing the revs higher, you better hang on tight. Crazy acceleration and much more comfortable than a R6 to boot.

" I Can actually have fun somewhere around the speed limit"... goes 90 in a 25

“This is a good beginner bike”...”this thing is a wheelie machine!!” Oh boy can’t wait for mine

I can't quit mine. It's been so loyal and great to me, and I have minimal space to work on a bike. I live on a steep hill, my garage is small, the center stand is a HUGE plus. It's good on gas, comfy, and great to go longer distances on. When I get another bike, I'll probably just keep my beloved fz and pass it down to the kid I'll never have.

Just bought an 07 FZ6 and was looking for good videos on them. Love that you open with “words of wisdom”!

Jus bought an '08 a month ago as my first bike. While it can scream, it's tame enough to ease your way into. Took me about three weeks to get past the novice phase. The only thing I really had to learn was the short friction zone which I actually like now. I've only stalled once at a redlight. Super fun, user friendly bike.

Watching this after my 1st year of owning a ‘06 fz6 with the same exhaust. First bike ever still having so much fun on it. It’s a rocket when you get up into the powerband

The FZ6 was quite the machine, that motor is basically a nearly full spec 2nd gen R6 motor, before the R6 ended up with a 16,000rpm powerband. It's successor in the lineup is the FZ-09 or FJ-09/Tracer 900. The FZ6 has 100hp on the nose, as compared to the 71hp of the FZ-07 and 115hp of the FZ-09.

A good rider on a FZ6 can slice n dice with the best of em on twisty roads. It's got great useable low to mid range power from that R6 motor and it's comfortable all day long.

The bike not having as much potential as a super-sport is the reason I like it! Not strictly a downside for anybody looking for a sporty bike with a more mild seating position, set up for the 90% of riding you do which is at normal speeds, on normal roads. For the slight downside of "we're not fast enough!," you're still plenty fast, 0-60 in 3.5 ish seconds is plenty fast for a beginner

That R6 would be a weapon in the hands of someone who knows how to ride it better than I do 😜 However, I'd take the FZ6. Still plenty fast, but so much more comfortable.

Had mine 11yrs since new..love it!

3rd gear around 8 or 9k rpm is where I feel the most power with mine. 2007. I love it. Awesome bike and I got it dirt cheap.

I had one, a 2007 red. It was my first bike. I never fully enjoyed it or appreciated it as much as I should have, and I wish I could have it back.

"Don't be that guy who's bustin' out the wicked schemes"...love that paraphrase, Sean. Love the vids, love the words of wisdom, keep them coming. Ride safe.

Never under estimate a fazer 600, I've had two and maybe number three on way, its not a starter machine, great versatile bike, ideal for older riders, over 600 like my BMW F800 ST with luggage is heavy. Good point gear change indicator really helpful, I managed to buy a great one for my old fazer big display,

Fz07 is a twin not triple

I still have my from new Black 2005 FZ6 with nearly 90,000 miles on and it`s still going great. It`s ideal for me to ride around the roads here in the UK and a few times around Europe for a week or 2.

Love my FZ6. 2005 I've had for 4 years, still plenty of fun every time I ride.

Thank you so much for this video i will show it to my parents on how safe it is and how affordable it is

I’ve never watched before but man I can’t say how refreshing it was to hear it start off with some scripture 💙

This video made me go out and buy a 2017 fz6r. Gorgeous bike. Fast enough that I live another day

Where did you get that cover that goes over the handlebars it almost looks like risers but with the cover on top

"Don't be that guy who's bustin' out the wicked schemes" *does 90 in a 25* LOL. Jokes aside great video as always. Earned a sub.

I have that exact bike (2009, same black) the bike you're riding sounds different because the exhaust is not stock, mine still has the original. I got mine 2 years ago with only 8k miles, and it's now up to 25k. It's got more power but less torque than the FZ07. The FZ6R engine was tuned down a little as well, that's got about the same power as the FZ07, I think 67 vs 76. So now I'm waiting a couple years until I can get a new FZ09 used with a few miles on it don't want one from the first couple years, heard too much about the twitchy handling and wheelie all the time ride, but at least I'm not suffering in the meantime!

It’s a whole different bike when you get above 7,000 rpm.

Those roads looked familiar to me, then saw your licence plate and the 717 🤣

Hey man. Thanks for the great review. I am considering a FZ07 to use as a commuter bike for my 40 mile commute on highway. After listening to your review, I realized the speed I would be traveling justified a more stable bike. Thanks. Now I need to hear your review on the honda 450l vs tagging a 450x in South Dakota :)

Do a 520 chain conversion with -1 tooth front sprocket and +1 on the back and the dead spot at low RPM disappears. It basically sling shots at about 7000RPM 👍

I had a 2007 FZ6 as my first bike. I never fully appreciated it and was quick to move onto the next. Maybe one day I’ll pick one up to see if it was as good as I remember.

Yoooo I'm getting a custom 2014 FZ6R tomorrow!! I'm excited it's got the fender eliminator and exhaust already done with a big ass side pipe its clean as hell and I got lucky whoever had it babied it it's only got 8k miles on it for almost 10 years old

I switched from a r1 to a fz6r and man my back feels so much better and a fuxk tone of power

Soooooo sad my fz6 got totaled out when I got rear ended sitting at a red light after a month of ownership. I replaced it with a mt09 but my fz6 fazer will always be the one that got away....

hey I have a question what camera do you use. I want to start bike ride videoing but do you use the cameras mic or do you use a separate mic lmk thanks!

Fz6 is more fun, and i own a 2008 R6 i miss my Fz6 so much

Hi Srkcycles, will you make a review on the XJ6 2009 onwards model :) that would be awesome !

I love my Fz6 2005 model, I bought it as a second hand

Thanks Searching to buy my bike at 44!!! Always in my list but never had the opportunity to do it.. I live in montreal... Cost to have a bike here is crazy stupid.. You have to pay a course of 800 Then past a test to get a restricted license and after a year a final test to have your full license.. Also, The cost of the license of 120 per year and the plaque that for a FZ06 is 660 vs a 1400 for a R6.. Thanks for the tips i will go for the FZ06 i like to touring more than sport ride..

I have a Supermoto but having to just cruise all the time gets old. I want to be able to haul ass without my bike blowing up so I’m looking into an r6 or an FZ6

So what bike would you buy with your own money to ride around neighborhood and out in the country near ones house if it was the only bike you had?

I love the FZ6 ♥️

That FZ6R is the direct competition for my Z750S. Both are great bikes.

Iq owned this bike its fun. would do 70 in 1st gear when pushing it and could wheelie without useing clutch in 1st gear. Sold it and moved to cruisers

I have the chance to buy a used 2004 FZ6, do I go for it?

I think im gonna get a bike from you. you seem credible.

*GREAT video !* 👍😉

hey man would you consider this to be on the similar level of starter bikes like the ninja 650 because my friend has a ninja 400 that ive road multiple times i would love a lil more power but i love the sound of the fz6r. If u think its too much for a starter on a street bike (ive road dirtbikes till this day) but i know the street is different,, please get back to me and let me know your opinion.

Words of wisdom…don’t read a sticky note on your tank while you ride 😆

So Sean did 0-60 in about 4 secs, impressive.

Nice bike...good for long distance...comfortable and relax..l like to see u do wheelie the bike ...

I'm looking at a 2006 FZ6 tomorrow...................... Nice vid!

Was thinking about selling my DRZ400SM and getting an FZ07 but I changed my mind at the last minute because I just love this bike too much so thinking about buying something cheap and used instead and hence I'm looking at the FZ6. What's a decent price for it and what are the other options for a used naked bikes?

Hi Is it a good bike to learn on?

Just got off my 06 fz6 I love it but I just bought a z125 and I'm loving cruising around on that now in town

I have owned 2 of these, great bikes, easy maintenance, very reliable. Current one has 36k miles on it, only issue has been batteries every 3 years or so. Comfortable to ride for 500 miles in a day.

I’m about 5.7 1/2 5.8 would i fit comfortably

Is this bike still available

Holy shit looks like perfect weather to ride

Great Riding

Would anyone recommend the FZ6 as a decent upgrade for someone coming from a Ninja 300? I want an upgrade that’s not too crazy, but a little faster and still easy to maneuver like my Ninja.

U are right about gear indicator..

Just bought a 96 fz6r! I can't wait to get her running so I can build her how I want

Is it a good engine to put on a yamaha raptor?

90mph in a 25 zone ooooo lol

"Something 'similar' to the speed limit" lol

Good bike's good video. Would class my self as above average rider. Can smoke most big bikes on 250 2 stroke. On twisty roads. Bigger more powerful bike not always best learn on. Some 20+ year's back had rd 350 ypvs 80 hp tuned up wish I could get my hands on one now! Got couple 250s and 1000cc now love small ones much more fun and forgiving 🙏

You guys are great. Love your reviews...

Il cambio della mia che è del 2007 prima seconda rumoroso,e quando scali dalla quarta uguale...una sofferenza . frizione stacca alla fine.non saprei cosa fargli

Dank nooner bro

On the speedometer in miles or kilometers?

I heard if you modify/change the restricter in the throttle body it's basically the same bike since it has the same engine as a r6? Maybe a ecu refresh as well

What exhaust is that ? Sounds nice !!

Nice video m8.. Can you remember what exhaust is under the bike? Sounds Great

I owned one of these exact bikes and rode it for 50k mi.!!! It’s actually based on the 2004 R6S, so it does have some of that supersport character, with street ergos. Today I ride a Honda CB 1000R, more grunt down low! But both handle well for street riding, supersport bikes are better track weapons, but not as comfortable for a daily ride.

i know this is a overdue comment, but would this be a good bike for me a commuter instead of the r6. still has power and i was looking for comfort too.

The FZ6 is a better overall bike by far than the R6. At least the average Joe can ride the FZ6 for more than 30 miles without being crippled like you would be on an R6. More miles to a tank of gas and better all day riding position with better wind protection than the Ricky racer R6, I've had both and the FZ6 is just a better bike for people that actually ride their motorcycles

Hey, thanks for the review. I got myself an SV1000S and now I'm considering a more upright inline four bike that is fun at slower speeds, has a softer suspension and gives out this sweet sporty soundtrack. Mine seems really uncomfortable at city speeds and its natural velocity is overwhelming for me as a new rider. I actually really liked what I saw here. How would you say FZ1 stacks up against FZ6 from city speeds up to 100 mph? Would FZ1 seem overwhelming as well? Thanks

yea the fz07 is a parallel twin its the fz09 you are thinking of that has the triple

How’s this compare to the fz8

I just bought that exact r6. Same year and everything

what year is this Fz6

I own the fz1 and it has the same motor the r1 has? Don’t know much about the 600 but would think the same?

I have a fz6r 2015 dope bike 115 easy 5th and 6th is wild

2005 fz6 for 2k @ 80k miles? Good buy?

I've had both and the FZ6 is probably the perfect bike with a little work. Should have done a drag race from a stop. The FZ6 would pull hard on the R6. The R6 is all top end which is great for the track but if you live in the real world the FZ is the better bike. If you get the FZ6 flashed and dyno tuned it's a different animal. The computer is restricted and the throttle bodies don't open all the way from the factory (that goes for both of them). The factory suspension is pretty low end but if you have the forks/shock revalved with Racetech gold valves and resprung it becomes perfect for not a ton of money. The forks have no adjustability but you can replace the top caps with preload adjusters. I just wish it had split seats, my tail bag won't fit on the rear of the banana seat and it doesn't look as cool. The R6 is a crappy street bike in comparison. It just looks cooler.

Got the fz6.i love it ! It's fast enough..

Cool

I love this bike I am going to by the same kind of bike for my first one

the best kept secret of the bike world is the model that sits in between these two called the yzf600r which is a more sports spec than the fazer and more touring than the R6 makes it a very capable comfortable bike that is a great all rounder using the full fat version of the fazer engine with 100bhp and a full fairing it’s the perfect daily ride. i paid 850 pounds for mine and it has been so reliable quick and comfortable i can’t think of anything that could replace it for twice as much money

Why does the fz6 sound like it has a turbo with pop off valve? Mine doesn't :p

FZ07 is a parallel twin, FZ09 is a I-3. And i disagree the FZ6 is a beginner's bike. I've roasted CBR600RRs to 60mph and 100mph and he finally caught me at 120mph. The low and mid torque really pulls better. Beginner's bike would be a 250-500cc which tends to be an insurance class around 49hp (500cc) whereas the FZ6 is 98hp (600cc).

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That bike sounds good.. really good

on it !

Guys I want your opinion.. Im trying out shoes, and I know, comfy, good quality and all that. But is the Alpinestars waterproof faster 3 a "to sporty look" for the fz 2? I know i shouldnt care what others think, but I wanna know what shoes you guys ride with! Ride safe! (This is my first pair of shoes)

Haha pulling wheelies are wicked aren't they?

Suspension? What kind of adjustability does it have?

I love my FZ6 best all around bike! 💯👌

This is NOT an entry level bike!!!!!! The acceleration is what most people enjoy in bikes and with this bike you can only enjoy 1st gear acceleration under reasonable speeds especially in the city.(not to mention the "hole" in power at low revs.(unsafe overtake)). I find bigger displacement 2 cylinder engines far more safe and playful (i.e TDM900).

a fz 6 é uma boa moto, mas mais segura que uma mt 07 abs , no creio que seja , pois a mt 07 por ser mais leve manobra melhor , e assim tem de ser , afinal a fz 7 é um projecto mais atual, contudo a fz 6 parece ser mais moto,.. e bem confortavel, com quadro em aluminio,.. e tem mais pinta de moto maior ,.. eu tenho uma mt 07 2020,.. mas tbm gostava de ter uma fz 6,... pra ter o som, dos 4 cilindros e sua suavidade, mas pra circuito urbano a mt 07 ainda é mais divertida !