Yamaha XJ 6 Diversion - [2009] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.
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Performance Review: Yamaha XJ 6 Diversion - [2009]

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Yamaha XJ 6 Diversion - [2009]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

  • Edition: Yamaha XJ 6 Diversion
  • Year: 2009 | Type: Sport-Touring
  • Engine: 600 cc (36.6 ci) 16 Valve
  • Engine Type: V4 | Cylinders: 4
  • Engine Stroke: Two | Valve Config: DOHC
  • Fuel Delivery: Electronic Fuel Injection
  • Cooling: Liquid | Fuel Type: Petrol
  • Transmission: 6 speed | Manual
  • Drive: Chain
  • Wet Weight: 211 kgs (465 lbs)
  • Dry Weight: 0 kgs (0 lbs)
  • Power: 78 bhp (58 kW) @ 10000 rpm
  • Torque: 44.0 lb-ft (59.7 Nm) @ 8500 rpm
  • BHP Per Ton: 369.6 bhp
  • Torque Per Ton: 208.6 lb-ft
  • 0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 10.0 secs
  • 0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 10.2 secs
  • Top Speed: 140 mph (225.3 kph)
  • 1/4 Mile (Est.): 0 secs @ 0 mph
  • Frame: Steel
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Yamaha XJ 6 Performance Review.

Introduction:

This edition of the Yamaha XJ 6 Diversion is the 6 speed | Manual version and was first brought out in 2009. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 2010 Honda CBR 1000 RR Fireblade C-ABS TT Tribute and the 2010 Honda CBR 1000 RR Fireblade C-ABS.This particular Yamaha XJ 6 has a 600cc Liquid cooled, Two stroke, V4 Petrol powerplant with 4 cylinders and Electronic Fuel Injection.

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 2009 XJ 6 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 XJ 6'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 211 kgs (465 lbs) this makes the Yamaha XJ 6 Diversion in the same weight category as the 2025 Honda X-ADV 745 or the 2025 Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC SE, give or take 50kg.

Yamaha T�n�r� 700 Rally - [2025] image

The 2009 Yamaha XJ 6 shares the same bhp with the Yamaha Ténéré 700 Rally - [2025]

In terms of power the 600cc 16 valve V4 4 cylinder engine produces 78 bhp (58 kW) @ 10000 rpm similar to the 2025 Yamaha Ténéré 700 Rally [72.4 bhp (53 kW) @ 9000 rpm] or the 2025 Suzuki SV 650 ABS [73 bhp (54 kW) @ 8500 rpm].

The DOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 44.0 lb-ft (59.7 Nm) @ 8500 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 XJ 6 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

Norton Commando 961 SF - [2015] image

The 2015 Norton Commando 961 SF has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 2009 Yamaha XJ 6 Diversion.

The 2009 Yamaha XJ 6 Diversion has a Power to weight ratio of 369.6 bhp per ton and 208.6 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 2009 XJ 6 competing with the 2015 Norton Commando 961 SF [394.0 bhp\ton] and the 1980 Suzuki GSX 1100 E [393.7 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 XJ 6 generating around 208.6 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 2019 Suzuki Boulevard - Intruder C 90 T [233.6 lb-ft per ton] and the 2013 Suzuki Boulevard - Intruder C 90 T [233.6 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 10.0 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 10.2 secs, this makes the Yamaha XJ 6 Diversion similar in acceleration to the 2021 Yamaha Tracer 7 GT (10.0 secs) and the 2016 Honda ST 1300 Pan European (10.0 secs). This Yamaha XJ 6 Diversion 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).

Honda XL 250 R - [1982] image

Quarter Mile time is a close race between the 2009 Yamaha XJ 6 Diversion and the 1982 Honda XL 250 R

When talking about the performance of the 2009 Yamaha XJ 6 Diversion on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 0 secs @ 0 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 1982 Honda XL 250 R (0 secs) and the 2007 Kawasaki VN 1600 Nomad (0 secs).

Top Speed:

The 2009 version of the Yamaha XJ 6 Diversion has a maximum speed of 140mph.

Kawasaki GTR 1400 Concours 14 - [2019] image

Top Speed of the 2009 XJ 6 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 2009 Yamaha XJ 6 Diversion 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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