Norton Nomad 600 vs Yamaha FZR 600 R (1995)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Norton Nomad 600stacks up against the Yamaha FZR 600 R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecNorton Nomad 600Yamaha FZR 600 R
Model year19581995
Price
Engine597 cc598 cc
Horsepower98 hp
Torque66 Nm
Weight185 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Dual disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc

Norton Nomad 600 vs Yamaha FZR 600 R — which should you buy?

Picking between the Norton Nomad 600 and the Yamaha FZR 600 R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Norton Nomad 600 brings its published horsepower, while the Yamaha FZR 600 R counters with 98 hp at 185 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: