My new Yamaha XJ6-N

[TH427]

Recently changed bikes from a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ600R to a 2010 plate Yamaha XJ6-N.

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2000 Suzuki GN125 (Sold) - 1989 Kawasaki GPZ600R (Sold) - 2010 Yamaha XJ6N (Sold) - 2004 Triumph Daytona 600 (Sold) - 1994 GSXR750 Cafe Racer

[sidewinder]

Love that XJ6 in yellow v nice looking bike the gpz looks retro cool to
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[blurredman]

Personally, I prefer the GPZ
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Current: 1973 MZ ES250/2 - 18k, 1979 Suzuki TS185ER - 10k, 1981 Honda CX500B - 91k, 1987 MZ ETZ250 (295cc) - 40k, 1989 MZ ETZ251 - 51k.

[bikertomm]

Looks tidy! Is it restricted?

How does it compare from the Gpz?


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[ScaredyCat]

Beautiful bike.
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[TH427]

Thanks, the GPZ will be missed, particularly the exhaust noise! But I've sold it to my Dad so I might get it back at some point.

Because I had the later version of the GPZ power is roughly the same on paper, but the Yamaha is much more grunty low down and has slightly more top end.
Brakes have more intial bite, and obviously the seating position is much more sat up and the lack of fairing is noticeable but not really missed.
Suspension is much better on the Yamaha also.

Cheers!
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[CarlosCBR]

Looks cool. Definitely needs a naughtier end can though.
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[_Troy_]

I did my DAS on these, mod 1 on a naked and mod 2 on a faired model. Loved it really, very comfortably to ride and a decent amount of power. Would definitely consider one as a do-it-all bike in years to come.
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[Matt B]

[pinkyfloyd]

Nice bike. I've been toying with the idea of downsizing and this is one of the bikes right at the top of the "next bike" list.
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[Whosthedaddy]

[P.addy]

[sulphur]

That is a very smart looking bike. Love the exhaust just peeking out.

[recman]

Did my tests on an XJ6-N as well.
Can't fault it at all except to say that I got bastard cramp at one point during my DAS but then I had been on it all day and done about 100 miles.
Fully intended buying one before I tested the Triple.

[TH427]

A tarty little exhaust end piece will be fitted at some point!
It's know it's not massively exciting or fast bike compared to what you can buy, but it's still good enough to put a stupid grin on my face.
I did nearly buy a Street Triple, but this came up at a price I couldn't refuse, I'm looking towards a Z1000 for my next bike .
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2000 Suzuki GN125 (Sold) - 1989 Kawasaki GPZ600R (Sold) - 2010 Yamaha XJ6N (Sold) - 2004 Triumph Daytona 600 (Sold) - 1994 GSXR750 Cafe Racer

[TH427]

Little update. Still really enjoying the XJ6N. Much more suited to the riding I do. Bought a few little bits for it too.

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[Davenaylor]

[Codemonkey]

Looking good! Does the tarty exhaust end piece make any difference to the noise ?
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[CarlosCBR]

Saw one of these on the Wheelfit ride yesterday. Would definitely consider one if i was in the market, very smart looking bike.
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[TH427]

Chain and sprockets were changed literally the week after that photo.
The noise has become slightly deeper and louder. Not much though, would need a full system if you wanted noise. Would have even disappointed if I had bought it new but for the price I paid its a nice little addition.
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[ScaredyCat]

[Musketeer]

I like the bike except that hideous number plate holder that is sticking out 3 feet behind the rear wheel

[Lazysod]

[Matt B]

[henry hoover]

Love the GPZ that looks like a mint well looked after example
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