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Yamaha XJ6 Diversion F

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Make Model

Yamaha XJ6 Diversion F

Year

2013 - 14

Engine

Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder

Capacity

600 cc / 36.6 cu-in

Bore x Stroke

65.5 x 44.5 mm

Compression Ratio

12.2:1

Cooling System

Liquid cooled

Induction

Group injection type fuel injection

Ignition

TCI 

Starting

Electric

Max Power

78 hp / 57 kW @ 10000 rpm

Max Torque

59.7 Nm / 6.1 kgf-m @ 8500 rpm

Clutch

Wet Multi-plat disc

Transmission 

6 Speed 

Final Drive

Chain

Gear Ratios

1st 37/13 (2.846)  2nd 37/19 (1.947)  3rd 28/18 (1.556)  4th 32/24 (1.333)  5th 25/21 (1.190)  6th 26/24 (1.083)

Frame

Aluminium die-cast, diamond shaped

Front Suspension

43mm Telescopic fork

Front Wheel Travel

130 mm / 5.1 in

Rear Suspension

Swingarm link less type Monocross

Rear Wheel Travel

130 mm / 5.1 in

Front Brakes

2x 298 mm discs

Rear Brakes

Single 245 mm disc

Front Tyre

120/70 ZR17

Rear Tyre

160/60 ZR17

Wheelbase

1440 mm / 56.7 in

Seat Height

785 mm / 30.9 in

Ground Clearance

140 mm / 5.5 in

Wet Weight

216.8 kg / 478 lbs

Fuel Capacity 

17.3 Litres / 4.5 US gal
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Yamaha updated there XJ6 models including its faired Diversion and Diversion F versions for the European market. The updates to the XJ6 are mostly cosmetic however, with new side panels and headlight design the most noticeable differences. Other updates include a grippier seat surface, new passenger grab handles, transparent turn signals and backlit LED display.


Otherwise, the 2013 XJ6 is similar to the 2012 model. It is still powered by a liquid-cooled fuel-injected 600cc inline-four engine with the same bore and stroke as the FZ6 engine. The FZ6 engine is already a re-tuned version of the YZF-R6 engine, and the XJ6 version has been tweaked even more for more useable torque. According to Yamaha, the XJ6 maxes out at 76 hp at 10,000 rpm and 44 ft-lb. at 8500 rpm, compared to the FZ6R which claims 97 hp at 12,000 rpm and 46.5 ft-lb. at 10,000 rpm.

The XJ6 is equipped with telescopic forks and a spring preload-adjustable linked monoshock, both with 130 mm of travel. The front wheel is equipped with dual disc brakes and an ABS-equipped version is available. Yamaha claims the XJ6 weighs in at 452 pounds with a full 4.5 gallon fuel tank, with ABS adding on an extra 11 pounds.

Yamaha is also producing a semi-faired version called the Diversion and the fully-faired Diversion F (The original Yamaha Diversion introduced in 1984 may be better known to Americans as the Seca II). According to Yamaha, the Diversion weighs 465 pounds wet and the Diversion F weighs 478 pounds. Both are also available with ABS.

The XJ6 will be offered in Competition White or Midnight Black. The Diversion and Diversion F will only be offered in Competition White.

Diversion F

The Yamaha model range is further expanded with the introduction of the stylish and practical XJ6 Diversion F, which joins the existing XJ6 Diversion and XJ6 models to make an even more attractive middleweight line-up.

Equipped with a sleek and aerodynamic full fairing, the new XJ6 Diversion F offers added wind protection for improved riding comfort, making this fun all-rounder an ideal commuter bike, especially over longer distances.

At the heart of this new all-rounder is a 600cc liquid-cooled parallel 4-cylinder engine, which has been designed to offer a smooth band of easy-to-handle power.

Producing lively acceleration together with rider-friendly performance and strong torque, the Diversion F is ideally suited to everything from commuting through to touring and weekend leisure riding.

With a lightweight, diamond-shaped frame, the XJ6 Diversion F has a timeless and charismatic look.

But it’s not just about style, the chassis dimensions and geometry have been engineered for easy handling and controllability over a wide range of speeds, underlining this bike’s genuine all-round abilities.

An ABS version is available – ideal for riding in cold and wet weather.

With its upright riding position, agile handling and smooth and strong power output, the new fully-faired XJ6 Diversion F strengthens the Yamaha middleweight line-up, and offers riders an even greater choice of thoroughbred 600cc motorcycles.