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The Yamaha Motorcycle That Left Brazil in 2016 Is Missed: 91 Hp, 600Cc Engine, 17 Km/L Consumption — The FZ6 Fazer Became a Relic of the Streets.
Few motorcycles in Brazil can carry such an emblematic aura as the Yamaha FZ6 Fazer. Produced between 2004 and 2016, the middleweight naked bike earned respect for its sporty feel, engine derived from the super sporty R6, and performance that outperformed many larger models. With 91 hp and a four-cylinder 600 cm³ engine, it was the gateway to the world of big bikes, but at the same time had a weak point that marked its destiny: high consumption, barely reaching 17 km/l in real conditions. An equation that made the bike an icon, but also a challenge for the Brazilian motorcyclist’s wallet.
The Sportbike Disguised as a Naked
The FZ6 Fazer was born with a clear mission: to bring the thrill of a sportbike, but in a more comfortable and usable package for everyday life.
With its inline four-cylinder 600 cm³ engine, capable of delivering 91 hp at 12,000 rpm, the bike had the DNA of the Yamaha R6, one of the most desired super sportbikes on the planet.
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The six-speed transmission paired perfectly with the engine, allowing stretches that made the Fazer scream, earning sighs from four-cylinder enthusiasts. The top speed easily surpassed 220 km/h, placing the FZ6 in a tier far above any national competitor.
The Price of Performance: Consumption and Maintenance
While the FZ6 Fazer shone in performance, it fell short in consumption. In tests and from the experience of owners, the average remained between 15 and 17 km/l — well below that of lower displacement models. With a 19.4-liter tank, its range rarely exceeded 300 km.
In addition, the maintenance of a four-cylinder naturally required more than the simplicity of a 250 cc or 300 cc. Parts, servicing, and insurance were not cheap, which discouraged part of the audience that dreamed of the bike but could not afford the operating costs.
Despite this, the Yamaha FZ6 Fazer carved its niche. Among young riders, it was seen as the first big bike for those wanting to move on from the world of 250 and 300 cc. For veterans, it was the perfect weekend machine: comfortable for short trips, yet explosive when the throttle was twisted without mercy.
Its design also helped: aggressive lines, a muscular tank, and the dual headlights that closely resembled Yamaha’s sportbikes. The bike had presence on the streets and turned heads at every traffic light.
The End of Production in Brazil in 2016
In 2016, Yamaha ended production of the FZ6 Fazer in Brazil. The official reason was related to market changes and emission regulations that required costly adaptations to keep the model competitive.
Moreover, the audience was beginning to migrate to other categories, such as big trails and larger nakeds, leaving the mid-range bikes in the background.
The end of the FZ6 also marked the closure of a cycle: it was the last medium four-cylinder naked produced on a large scale in the country.
The Transformation Into a Relic
As the years passed, the FZ6 Fazer became a relic for collectors and enthusiasts of the unmistakable sound of a four-cylinder. In the used market, well-kept models continue to appreciate, precisely because there is no direct replacement.
While Yamaha focused on more affordable and economical motorcycles, many riders still dream of finding an FZ6 in good condition, to relive the experience of strong acceleration, hear the metallic scream of 91 hp, and feel that unique vibration that only a four-cylinder delivers.
The Legacy of the FZ6 Fazer
The Yamaha FZ6 Fazer stopped being manufactured in 2016, but its mark in the history of two wheels in Brazil remains alive. It was the motorcycle that popularized access to a four-cylinder engine without demanding astronomical sums. At the same time, it taught the lesson that performance comes at a price — whether in consumption of 17 km/l, or in higher maintenance costs.
Even today, those who cross paths with an FZ6 on Brazilian roads know they are in the presence of a piece of history: a motorcycle that combined power, style, and emotion, and that even after the end of its production, continues to rev strong in the memories of motorcycle enthusiasts.
Meu amigo, corrija essa matéria. A fz6 saiu de linha em 2009.
Tenho uma FZ6 2008/09 Preta. Minha velocidade máxima foi de 252Km/h, chega fácil aos 230Km/h, em questão de manutenção, Yamaha é Yamaha, do tempo que estou com ela, nenhum problema, já tem mais de 1 ano, 4º dono. Só troquei relação, fluídos e pneu, havia um problema na bateria, mas era de manutenção mau feita mesmo, a aste do polo negativo da bateria havia quebrado, e o antigo mecânico, simplesmente FUROU a bateria e colocou um prego pra dar contato kkkkkk, só descobri pq a moto tinha começado a falhar o painel, desligava sozinho, fora isso, mais nada. A Moto É Incrível. Creio que até hoje, e Melhor 600cc Naked já feita. E o consumo, na cidade eu fazia de 13 a 15Km/L (só andava de escapamento direto, sem catalizador nem nada), na estrada com catalizador, ponteiras originais, fazia média de 20-22Km/L (andando em velocidade de cruzeiro (120-130Km/h).
Consumo de combustível formidável, ao contrário do que diz esse artigo a minha FZ6 fazia até 25 km com litro no toque normal.
Agora no Motor cheio era 20km/litro.
Esse artigo só falou besteira.
Não sabe nada de moto