Yamaha Yzf600r Thundercat vs Yamaha Fzr600
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Yzf600r Thundercat vs Yamaha Fzr600. Yamaha Yzf600r Thundercat: 100 hp @ 11,500 rpm hp, 206 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 245 km/h (estimated; note: some sources cite up to 250 km/h), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Yamaha Fzr600: 95 hp @ 12,000 rpm hp, 179 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 225 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Yzf600r Thundercat
Yamaha Fzr600
Horsepower (hp)
100 hp
95 hp
Torque (Nm)
65 Nm
63 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
245 km/h
225 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
206 kg
179 kg
Type
Supersport
Supersport
Horsepower
100 hp @ 11,500 rpm
95 hp @ 12,000 rpm
Torque
65 Nm @ 9,500 rpm
63 Nm @ 10,000 rpm
Top Speed
245 km/h (estimated; note: some sources cite up to 250 km/h)
225 km/h
Weight
206 kg (wet/curb weight)
179 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approximately 18 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Yzf600r Thundercat
7.5/10
"Honest, underrated sportbike that punches above its bargain price."
Pros
+Smooth predictable power delivery
+Comfortable ergonomics for touring
+Bulletproof engine when maintained
Cons
−Scarce bodywork panels now
−Forks need frequent attention
−Cam chain tensioner weakness
Yamaha Fzr600
7.5/10
"A rewarding, characterful sportbike that demands mechanical respect and attention."
Pros
+Screaming high-rev engine
+Razor-sharp chassis feel
+Iconic 90s sportbike looks
Cons
−Brutal wrist and back angle
−Carbs need constant attention
−Cam chain tensioner issues
Top 10 Accessories
Picks that work on either bike.
