Ariel VB 600 vs Yamaha FZ6 Fazer S2 ABS (2009)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ariel VB 600stacks up against the Yamaha FZ6 Fazer S2 ABS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecAriel VB 600Yamaha FZ6 Fazer S2 ABS
Model year19582009
Price
Engine598 cc600 cc
Horsepower18 hp97 hp
Torque63 Nm
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity4.2 L5.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed6-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Double disc. ABS
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc. ABS
Tires3.25-19 / 3.25-19 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Ariel VB 600 vs Yamaha FZ6 Fazer S2 ABS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Ariel VB 600 and the Yamaha FZ6 Fazer S2 ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ariel VB 600 brings 18 hp, while the Yamaha FZ6 Fazer S2 ABS counters with 97 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: