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Yamaha FZ6R – Proof That Fun Can Also Be Comfortable

When Yamaha released the FZ6R to the public earlier this year I was quick to review it.  I hastily found a brand new one, barely a week out of its crate, and went to work.  Over the course of half a day I flogged the bike through corners, around treacherous terrain (bumpy roads, gravel, etc.), up and down hills, through the mountains, and then back into good old city riding.  It as a memorable half day, as the Yamaha FZ6R would become one of my all time favorite casual motorcycles.

What is a “Casual” Motorcycle?

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Yamaha FZ6R – Proof That Fun Can Also Be Comfortable

When Yamaha released the FZ6R to the public earlier this year I was quick to review it.  I hastily found a brand new one, barely a week out of its crate, and went to work.  Over the course of half a day I flogged the bike through corners, around treacherous terrain (bumpy roads, gravel, etc.), up and down hills, through the mountains, and then back into good old city riding.  It as a memorable half day, as the Yamaha FZ6R would become one of my all time favorite casual motorcycles.

What is a “Casual” Motorcycle?

Unlike the Yamaha R6, which is a super-sport motorcycle, the Yamaha FZ6R has certain conveniences that make it appealing for new and experienced riders alike.  It has a more upright riding position, with less lean to the handle bars.  This makes it more comfortable to sit on and ride, and after nearly half a day of abuse and hard riding my back still wasn’t sore.  On the R6 my back would have been killing me within an hour.

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