Yamaha FZ6 Review - After 7 Years of Ownership!

In this video I give you my honest review after owning my 2007 Yamaha FZ6 for seven years!

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[DragonNZG]

As an owner of a 2009 S2, I really do appreciate all of the videos you've made for this bike. I've only had mine for about 7 months now but your videos have proven to be the most consistently helpful on YouTube. Thank you so much! I'm looking forward to any future projects from you!

[l.j.canady]

I am original owner of my 07 FZ6. First and only bike. Your maintenance vids have come in very clutch for me. Thank you!

[FPVGhost]

I actually sat on one with my daughter before I even really knew what I wanted. Totalled my first bike and started shopping around. I then got a 05 FZ6, it then got stolen. So I bought an 07 FZ6, which also got stolen 1 year later.... I got it back and just pulled it out for the season after a year sitting. Charged the battery turned the key, fired over. I love the bike. Put 25k miles on the first and 10k miles on my current one.

[braydendelong]

Owner of a 2007 and absolutely love it

[CatalinPascaru]

This video is the reason why I have a 2008 FZ6. I have ZERO mechanics skills which is why your channel has been the spark that gave me courage to work on the motorcycle myself.
You had a big influence on the entire positive experience I continue to have with the bike. ❤

[hugopnabais]

I bought a light blue S2 from 2010 last year because of all your videos. It's a great as you say, for someone that likes to make small trip rides, likes a sport look but with a neutral riding position. It can ride soft at low RPMs, but pulls great at higher RPMs. And you can find them used at great prices.

[roxtarcool]

You were one of the reasons I was in the market for a FZ6 as a daily ride. Ended up with a Versys 650, but I enjoy your videos. Looking forward to your journey with the next bike. Cheers!

[davidklementis]

I bought my 2007 FZ6 new and after 55k miles still haven't had any issues. Most of those miles have been daily commuting year round with a few scooters in between to keep the miles down and for convenience. I also had a few years that my kids were in their teen that I had a car for all the activities 😅. Now I'm back to motorcycles as primary transportation.

I recently bought a DR650 to be my daily and for a change of pace. As I get older I've grow to like a slower pace and want to explore new more remote areas.

I love my FZ6 and, though other bikes may come and go, it is a bike I plan to keep for a long time to come.

[hw_moto]

Thanks again Calvin for summarizing your experience with the Yamaha FZ6. With the support of your videos I have already done several maintenance on my 2008 FZ6 S2. I will continue to follow your videos. Have a nice day too and drive safe.

[ArgonFire-nx]

I have a BMW S1000R for the last four years and just bought a fz600n as a shopping bike I have done a little work to it ie 15w fork oil and a few days cleaning and painting and now I'm thinking of ditching the Beemer it is that much fun love it, it has bought back the smile to my face.

[PastiladeTouringbyNick]

Excellent review; is the third bike for me (previously I had a Z650 and cbr650f), I have approx 130 000 km on the street, and I am a touring rider, but also I use it in the city. The more I ride my FZ6 S2, the more I think is just the perfect bike for me

[bgfthntr]

I recently picked up a 2008 FZ6 and really like it!

[spartaneric]

I just bought a 2008 fz6 2 days ago as my first bike and already put 200 miles on it. I like how forgiving it is on the low end and doesn't punish you for mistakes. Looking forward to owning this bike.

[TitoOverdrive]

Mine is pre-owned Fazer 6 S2 2008 just about 1 year ago. Your channal is the first 1 that I watch for maintenance this fazer. Thanks a lot bros.

[sirroys]

Proud owner of 2007 FZ6 S2. Amazing bike, and I will use your videos to make it ready for the next season. Appreciate it man! Keep going!

[YouMotorcycle]

FZ6 King, I made a blog where I mentioned the FZ6 and I had to include this video in it because it's great. I'll send you an email about it. Keep up the great work!

[Vejitasei]

Hey man just found your channel. I was just gifted a 2006 FZ6; it was sitting in a coworkers garage just gathering dust, it starts but not rode for years, he knew I was thinking about getting another bike [had a Vstrom 650 years ago] so he said if I want it it's mine! Was doing some youtube searches and of course found your stuff. Super awesome, binging on your videos. Getting the bike in 2 days. It's straight to the shop for service (and likely new tires).

[pedrofreitas]

I have one FZ6 S2. I was a bit afraid in the beginning, but you help me understand the bike. Thanks 👍👍👍

[mazingGT]

I must say, your videos along with other videos about this bike convinced me a year ago to purchase a Yamaha FZ6 S2 2009 as my first bike. And also, after I bought it, with the help of your videos and the PDF Service Manual that I could download from the internet, I managed to make the entire maintenance like: changing oil, brake fluid, coolant, spark plugs and even change a broken regulator/rectifier. After a year of ownership, I can say that I made the perfect choice although I didn't had the chance to use it very often, since I work from home. But, it's the perfect combination for me, because I like sport bikes which don't fit my needs (I travel most in the city). So, a faired naked bike like this one was just perfect. Thank you very much!

[nikosfrouzakis]

I have my fz6 since 2007, 16 years now!!! and is a 2004 model, with the 98Hp. Still is a joy to ride, although I don't like the suspension much, I agree with you. Also the roads here are terrible and I would definitely like to improve it. The past 11 years though I don't use it so much, I use my car as I have two children. Thanks.