Difference in models?

[KensFz6]

I've heard little bits here and there and have been going over my manual a bit trying to find out what the difference is in all the fz6 models.

So far, all I can tell is that the California version (who's number ends in C) has more stuff on it for emissions.

My own documents are a bit conflicted. One says FZS6XB and another says FZS6XL and the model number on my manual is FZS6X(C).

Is there a better way to tell which one is the one I have?

I wonder if I did somehow wind up with the CA model (which doesn't make sense because I'm in IL and the bike was transfered to my dealer from TN)

 

[Cloned]

My manual also says FZS6X(C). I haven't checked my other documents to see if they match. Would the model be on the VIN sticker?

 

[KensFz6]

I think mine has that also.

EDIT: Where'd that post about the silver Caty on an all black bike go???

 

[jrf]

All of the Blue ones are faster:thumbup::rockon:

 

[coursonap]

Look at your sales slip from the dealer it should say what model it actually is my book says (c) to but i think my sales slip says s2.

 

[Wolfman]

If you go to the Wikipedia page for the FZ6, there is a run down of all the differences from year to year. Here's the link

Yamaha FZ6 - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

:rockon:

 

[Raid The Revenge]

The HAYNES manual has a really good section that describes the differences between the '04 and '07 models (S and S2). There's also more explanations for the N (naked) models and ABS ones (A).

There's many details to go through, so I'll simply say the big words:

THROTTLE BODIES
SWINGARM
FRONT BRAKES
FRONT FORKS
PASSENGER FOOTRESTS REMOVABLE (S2)
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
FUEL INJECTION CPU REMAPPED
FORWARD COOLANT RESERVOIR STANDARD
O2 SENSOR HONEYCOMB CATALYSER MATRIX
SPECIAL BOLTS IN ENGINE
NEW SEAT FOR S2
BODYWORK
COLORS

-This list doesn't include differences in HEIGHT, WEIGHT, TIRES or FUEL CONSUMPTION.

Raid has a FZS6V (49 States). If he lived in Europe, he could've bought a FZ6SV, FZ6SAV, FZ6NV or FZ6NAV.

A = ABS
N = Naked
C = California Emission Standard Model
S = 04 - 06 (Standard)
S2 (W or X) = 07 - 08 model

Essentially, if you live in Europe, you can choose to buy a Naked and/or ABS FZ6. Some European models didn't come equipped with a center stand (2004 Naked models being one of them).

 

[Nelly]

The HAYNES manual has a really good section that describes the differences between the '04 and '07 models (S and S2). There's also more explanations for the N (naked) models and ABS ones (A).

There's many details to go through, so I'll simply say the big words:

THROTTLE BODIES
SWINGARM
FRONT BRAKES
FRONT FORKS
PASSENGER FOOTRESTS REMOVABLE (S2)
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
FUEL INJECTION CPU REMAPPED
FORWARD COOLANT RESERVOIR STANDARD
O2 SENSOR HONEYCOMB CATALYSER MATRIX
SPECIAL BOLTS IN ENGINE
NEW SEAT FOR S2
BODYWORK
COLORS

-This list doesn't include differences in HEIGHT, WEIGHT, TIRES or FUEL CONSUMPTION.

Raid has a FZS6V (49 States). If he lived in Europe, he could've bought a FZ6SV, FZ6SAV, FZ6NV or FZ6NAV.

A = ABS
N = Naked
C = California Emission Standard Model
S = 04 - 06 (Standard)
S2 (W or X) = 07 - 08 model

Essentially, if you live in Europe, you can choose to buy a Naked and/or ABS FZ6. Some European models didn't come equipped with a center stand (2004 Naked models being one of them).

Hi Elm,
Thanks for the explanation, Please can you post the ISBN number of the manual. I am finding it harder to locate than Rocky Marciano's millions.

Nelly

 

[mglowe]

I think mine has that also.

EDIT: Where'd that post about the silver Caty on an all black bike go???

I'm confused of the reason for the two images posted? Are you thinking the canister [oil cooler] you are focused on is model/location specific?

 

[KensFz6]

I'm confused of the reason for the two images posted? Are you thinking the canister [oil cooler] you are focused on is model/location specific?

Someone posted a pic of their raven with a silver canister on the front of the engine saying that it's a catalytic converter that only the CA models have.

Once I posted the pic of mine, I found that post was gone.

So, are you saying that this silver thing in the picture isn't actually a Cat but an oil cooler?

EDIT: Spelling

 

[colobb]

Someone posted a pic of their raven with a silver canister on the front of the engine saying that it's a catalytic converter that only the CA models have.

Once I posted the pic of mine, I found that post was gone.

So, are you saying that this silver thing in the picture isn't actually a Cat but an oil cooler?

EDIT: Spelling

Yep, thats the oil cooler.

 

[KensFz6]

Well, that's a bit of a relief, but my sales documents still are misleading as to which I have.

As long as it's not the CA model I'm not worried but I think it'd be better to know in case I need it later.

 

[Cloned]

Does the CA model have reduced HP or anything because of the reduced emissions? What's so bad about the CA model?

 

[KensFz6]

There's usually a bit of a decrease in performance when you add more emissions equipment. So I'm told. I'm not an expert on that sort of thing.

Aside from that, I just prefer to do without it because of a recent bad experience I had with emissions testing for my cage. And as long as it's not required by law here, I don't see much sense in it.

 

[raja777m]

check your model here:
https://vinrcl.safercar.gov/vin/
it also provides info about any recalls on your vehicle.

 

[Osage Plains]

Mine is FZS6WL; any idea what that designates?