Yamaha Xj6 vs Suzuki Bandit 600
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Xj6 vs Suzuki Bandit 600. Yamaha Xj6: 78 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 211 kg (wet/curb weight — Diversion variant; Naked slightly less at ~206 kg) weight, top speed 185 km/h (estimated; governed/restricted in some markets), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Suzuki Bandit 600: 78 hp @ 10,500 rpm hp, 209 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 210 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Xj6
Suzuki Bandit 600
Horsepower (hp)
78 hp
78 hp
Torque (Nm)
59 Nm
64 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
185 km/h
210 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
211 kg
209 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
78 hp @ 10,000 rpm
78 hp @ 10,500 rpm
Torque
59 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
64 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
Top Speed
185 km/h (estimated; governed/restricted in some markets)
210 km/h
Weight
211 kg (wet/curb weight — Diversion variant; Naked slightly less at ~206 kg)
209 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5–6.5 L/100km (approx. 15–18 km/L, real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approximately 18 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Xj6
7.5/10
"A genuinely sorted middleweight that earns its reputation through quiet competence."
Pros
+Bulletproof Yamaha reliability
+Smooth predictable power delivery
+Comfortable upright ergonomics
Cons
−Soft suspension needs upgrading
−Uninspiring above 100mph
−Fairing plastics crack easily
Suzuki Bandit 600
7.5/10
"The sensible used buy that actually delivers riding satisfaction."
Pros
+Indestructible engine with miles
+Cheap to insure and maintain
+Excellent parts availability
Cons
−Suspension embarrassingly soft stock
−Carbs punish neglect harshly
−Zero wind protection whatsoever
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