Yamaha FZS 600 Fazer - [1998] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.
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Performance Review: Yamaha FZS 600 Fazer - [1998]

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Yamaha FZS 600 Fazer - [1998]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

  • Edition: Yamaha FZS 600 Fazer
  • Year: 1998 | Type: Sport-Touring
  • Engine: 599 cc (36.5 ci) 16 Valve
  • Engine Type: V4 | Cylinders: 4
  • Engine Stroke: Two | Valve Config: DOHC
  • Fuel Delivery: Carburettor
  • Cooling: Liquid | Fuel Type: Petrol
  • Transmission: 6 speed | Manual
  • Drive: Chain
  • Wet Weight: 205 kgs (451 lbs)
  • Dry Weight: 189 kgs (416 lbs)
  • Power: 95 bhp (70 kW) @ 11500 rpm
  • Torque: 45.7 lb-ft (62.0 Nm) @ 9500 rpm
  • BHP Per Ton: 463.4 bhp
  • Torque Per Ton: 223.4 lb-ft
  • 0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 8.0 secs
  • 0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 8.2 secs
  • Top Speed: 140 mph (225.3 kph)
  • 1/4 Mile (Est.): 13.17 secs @ 119 mph
  • Frame: Steel
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Yamaha FZS 600 Performance Review.

Introduction:

This edition of the Yamaha FZS 600 Fazer is the 6 speed | Manual version and was first brought out in 1998. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 1998 Norton Nemesis A and the 1999 Yamaha YZF1000 R1.This particular Yamaha FZS 600 has a 599cc Liquid cooled, Two stroke, V4 Petrol powerplant with 4 cylinders and Carburettor.

Kawasaki Ninja H2 1000 SX-SE Supercharged - [2020] image

An alternative V4 engine, Sport-Touring style motorbike includes the Kawasaki Ninja H2 1000 SX-SE Supercharged - [2020]

The 1998 FZS 600 shares its V4 engine and Sport-Touring style configuration with the likes of the 2020 Kawasaki Ninja H2 1000 SX-SE Supercharged and the 2019 Kawasaki Ninja H2 1000 SX-SE Supercharged. Alternatively, if you're looking for other bikes which share the FZS 600's Sport-Touring style with a similar size of engine then how about the 1995 Suzuki RF 600 R | 1995cc.1993 Suzuki RF 600 R | 1993cc.

Power and Torque:

Weighing in at 205 kgs (451 lbs) this makes the Yamaha FZS 600 Fazer in the same weight category as the 2025 Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC SE or the 2025 Honda X-ADV 745, give or take 50kg.

Suzuki SV 650 ABS - [2025] image

The 1998 Yamaha FZS 600 shares the same bhp with the Suzuki SV 650 ABS - [2025]

In terms of power the 599cc 16 valve V4 4 cylinder engine produces 95 bhp (70 kW) @ 11500 rpm similar to the 2025 Suzuki SV 650 ABS [73 bhp (54 kW) @ 8500 rpm] or the 2025 Yamaha Tenere 700 Rally [72.4 bhp (53 kW) @ 9000 rpm].

The DOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 45.7 lb-ft (62.0 Nm) @ 9500 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2025 Honda X-ADV 745 [50.9 lb-ft (69.0 Nm) @ 4750 rpm] and the 2025 Suzuki SV 650 ABS [47.2 lb-ft (63.9 Nm) @ 8100 rpm].

Power to Weight:

If one combines the weight with power or torque performance for the Yamaha FZS 600 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

Suzuki GSX-R 750 WR SP - [1994] image

The 1994 Suzuki GSX-R 750 WR SP has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 1998 Yamaha FZS 600 Fazer.

The 1998 Yamaha FZS 600 Fazer has a Power to weight ratio of 463.4 bhp per ton and 223.4 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 1998 FZS 600 competing with the 1994 Suzuki GSX-R 750 WR SP [488.0 bhp\ton] and the 1994 Suzuki GSX-R 750 WR [488.0 bhp\ton].


Power to Weight(cont.):

If you agree with the late great Carroll Shelby, then arguably an even better indicator of potential performance is Torque. Factor weight into the equation and you end up with - Torque per ton, with the Yamaha FZS 600 generating around 223.4 lb-ft per ton. If you're curious as to what other motorbikes have as much torque to weight then look no further than the 2001 Honda CBR 600 F4i [248.4 lb-ft per ton] and the 2006 Honda CBR 600 F4i [248.4 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 8.0 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 8.2 secs, this makes the Yamaha FZS 600 Fazer similar in acceleration to the 2024 Honda CB 650 R (8.0 secs) and the 2021 Honda CB 650 R (8.0 secs). This Yamaha FZS 600 Fazer also competes in terms of 0-60 mph and 0-100km/h with the 2018 Honda CB 250 R Neo Sports Cafe (0.0 secs) and the 2020 Norton Superlight SS (0.4 secs).

Buell-EBR XB12R Firebolt - [2005] image

Quarter Mile time is a close race between the 1998 Yamaha FZS 600 Fazer and the 2005 Buell-EBR XB12R Firebolt

When talking about the performance of the 1998 Yamaha FZS 600 Fazer on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 11.4 secs @ 119 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 2005 Buell-EBR XB12R Firebolt (11.4 secs) and the 2008 Yamaha FJR 1300 AE and AS (11.4 secs).

Top Speed:

The 1998 version of the Yamaha FZS 600 Fazer has a maximum speed of 140mph.

Kawasaki GTR 1400 Concours 14 - [2019] image

Top Speed of the 1998 FZS 600 equals the 2019 Kawasaki GTR 1400 Concours 14

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 1998 Yamaha FZS 600 Fazer then how about a 2019 Kawasaki GTR 1400 Concours 14 (151 mph) and the 2017 Kawasaki GTR 1400 Concours 14 (151 mph).

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