Benelli BN 600 R vs Yamaha FZ6 ABS (2015)

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

Spec comparison

SpecBenelli BN 600 RYamaha FZ6 ABS
Model year20152008
Price
Engine600 cc600 cc
Horsepower82 hp76 hp
Torque52 Nm52 Nm
Weight208 kg180 kg
Seat height32 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity4.0 L5.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Radial calipersDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Benelli BN 600 R vs Yamaha FZ6 ABS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Benelli BN 600 R and the Yamaha FZ6 ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Benelli BN 600 R brings 82 hp in a 208 kg package, while the Yamaha FZ6 ABS counters with 76 hp at 180 kg.

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: