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2-WHEEL LOWDOWN; 2009 YAMAHA FZ6R.(NEWS)(Brief article)
Byline: BARRY WINFIELD
COMPETITIVE SET: Suzuki GSX650F, Kawasaki Ninja 650R
BASE PRICE: $6,990
ON SALE: Now
Aimed primarily at beginners and female riders, the Yamaha FZ6R is a response to research indicating that these buyers prefer the full-fairing, sport-bike look. The FZ6R has exactly that but cuts cost with a steel-tube frame, tube handlebars and basic suspension components. Powered by a retuned version of the R6's screaming 599-cc inline-four, it should average 43 mpg.
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