Yamaha Diversion F 600 vs BMW R6 (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha Diversion F 600stacks up against the BMW R6. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha Diversion F 600BMW R6
Model year20161937
Price
Engine600 cc600 cc
Horsepower77 hp18 hp
Torque60 Nm
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity4.5 L4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed3-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Optional ABS. Hydraulic.Expanding brake (drum brake). Single
Rear brakesSingle disc. Optional ABS. Hydraulic.Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17 3.50-19.00 / 3.50-19.00

Yamaha Diversion F 600 vs BMW R6 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha Diversion F 600 and the BMW R6 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha Diversion F 600 brings 77 hp, while the BMW R6 counters with 18 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: