Yamaha FZ6 Motorcycle – 2008 Vs 2009

I noticed on the Yamaha website that the new 2009 Yamaha FZ6 is now available for sale. So, I decided to do a comparison to see if there is anything about the new model that makes it better than my 2008. I hope not, because I don’t want to have to go out and buy another one.

It’s difficult to see at first glance from the website what is different about the two motorcycles. We’re off to a good start. Looking at the specs, it seems that the engine performance, size, and weight are the same as the 2008 model. According to the specifications, the only difference between the two model years is the color options and price! This isn’t really that surprising, as there can’t be a revamp every single year.

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Yamaha FZ6 Modifications to Consider – Part 4

This is the fourth and final installment of my “Modifications to Consider” series for the Yamaha FZ6 motorcycle. It’s been a while since I last posted, but it’s a nice day today and I was able to ride my bike and renew my FZ6 zeal.

If you remember, in Part 3, I discussed fender eliminators, mirrors, and turn signals. For this post, I’ll go through some options that exist for frame sliders, brake lines & brake pads, and air filters. Some of these mods are more practical than anything else and thought they warranted some discussion.

* Frame Sliders – For obvious reasons, frame sliders are an invaluable addition to the Yamaha FZ6, especially for newer riders. The main purpose of frame sliders are to protect the expensive bike body parts if the bike were to fall over, either at a stop or while moving. I know from experience that a fallen bike without frame sliders can be an expensive ordeal indeed. I also believe that, no matter how experienced the rider, frame sliders should always be a consideration. They’re essentially like insurance, and cheap insurance at that. You can expect that they’ll help protect the fairings, engine, and frame. Investing in good quality sliders is a must as they are designed to break away under high pressure so as not to damage the frame. Obviously they can’t protect under all circumstances, but are definitely worth a look.

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