| Engine | Kawasaki ER6N | Yamaha FZ6-ST |
|---|---|---|
| Engine code | 5VX8 | |
| Displacement | 649 cc | 600 cc |
| Max power | 72 hp (@8 500 RPM) | 98 hp (@12 000 RPM) |
| Max torque | 48 lb ft (@7 000 RPM) | 46 lb ft (@10 000 RPM) |
| Redline | 11 000 RPM | 14 000 RPM |
| Idling speed | 1 200 RPM | 1 250 RPM |
| Management | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
| Layout | DOHC Inline-2 | DOHC Inline-4 |
| Compression | 10.80:1 | 12.20:1 |
| Oil capacity | 2.18 quart | 2.37 quart |
| Oil type | 10W40 | 10W40, Yamalube 10W40, Shell Rotella 10W40 |
| Spark plug type | NGK CR9EIA-9 | NGK CR9EK |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Valves | 8 | 16 |
| Bore | 83.0 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Stroke | 60.0 mm | 44.5 mm |
| Throttle bore | 38.0 mm | |
| Weight to power | 6.25 lbs/hp | 4.66 lbs/hp |
| Power to weight | 400 hp/2500lbs | 536 hp/2500lbs |
| Battery type | 12V 10Ah | YT12B-BS |
| Gearbox | Kawasaki ER6N | Yamaha FZ6-ST |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sequential | Sequential |
| Clutch | Wet | Wet |
| Drive | Chain | Chain |
| Chain type | Enuma EK520MVXL 114 links | DID 50V4 |
| Gears count | 6 | 6 |
| Primary ratio | 2.095 | 1.955 |
| Final drive | 3.067 | 2.875 |
| 1. gear | 2.438 (52 mph) | 2.846 (65 mph) |
| 2. gear | 1.714 (73 mph) | 1.947 (94 mph) |
| 3. gear | 1.333 (94 mph) | 1.556 (118 mph) |
| 4. gear | 1.111 (112 mph) | 1.333 (138 mph) |
| 5. gear | 0.966 (129 mph) | 1.19 (154 mph) |
| 6. gear | 0.852 (147 mph) | 1.083 (170 mph) |
| Chasis | Kawasaki ER6N | Yamaha FZ6-ST |
|---|---|---|
| Frame type | Tubular steel cradle | Diamond |
| Front susp. | 41mm fork, 120 mm travel | Telescopic fork, 5.12 in travel |
| Rear susp. | Side mounted mono shock, 4.92 in travel | Monoshock, coil spring/gas oil damper |