Yamaha xj6n | 2009 | black | 4-cyl 600cc | used excellent condition low miles

This naked beauty has been sitting for almost a year due to lack of time and I've had financial problems the previous year. Due to MOT (that passed successfully, next inspection 03/27) I was forced to spend extra money to fit new tires (€315), rear brakes (€25), make the exhaust as quite as possible (€35), install a new lisence bracket with LED indicators (€35), change quality oil with its filter (€60), fix leaky front fork with original Yamaha bushing’s (€200), brand new battery (€50) and few more extras at a total cost of approximately €750. Essentially, the new owner or anyone interested in this motorcycle has nothing to spend or replace until the next full service which is scheduled for 48500km (i.e. next year). It has extremely loud straight-pipe exhaust (if you remove the mufflers) and as for the stock/factory one, it is not available. Most of the parts are equipped with quality ones for the riders safety. Some may think it has a lot of miles on the clock, but in reality it doesn’t! This engine model is designed to last more than 100k miles (doing regular services) and only has 29k miles! Not a single sign of oil loss, the engine is not burning oil. The price is not negotiable, I won’t accept to sell it for a few cash because there is nothing good you can find for €3-4k. There is no specific reason I would like to sell it, if it is sold then I will get an adventure for comfort. All taxes have been paid and it’s legal to drive.

Very decent all-round bike, from my experience just perfect solid bulletproof engine, very responsive with a nice amount of low down torque. Enough performance for the motorway reaching more than 200km/h rapidly. It spits out huge blue flames while still cold. Equipped with a few extras like SC-Project CR-T replica exhaust (Yoshimura is just an emblem 3D decal sticker), smoke LED tail ligh integrated with indicators, hi/low white diamond LED bulb, gold high-strength CNC art crafted aluminum mirrors and footrest pegs, Renthal Fatbar 828 street low black handlebar with original twinwall mounts, high-performance 20mm wider rear tire for exceptional handling, speed and cornering capabilities.

I was never a fan of the 'transformer' styling, but test ride on this bike changed my mind. Not only does it actually look pretty badass in the flesh, it rides like a dream. The engine revs so incredibly smoothly throughout the range, the power is enough to put a smile on your face, and the handling is spot on - this bike is perfectly balanced. Riding position (with leg positioning) is good and it's got a low seat height so you always feel in control of it. My mates have bigger sports bikes and rate them highly after a test drive. One of the best first bikes you can get with plenty of power and a unique style of character, you won't thinking about bigger engine. Equipped with a 4 cylinder engine detuned down to Earth specs. You have the super-sport engine sound in an all around machine. It’s based on the YZF-R6 (pre-2006 generation) and designed for reliability, smoother delivery and daily usability, not racing (focus on street comfort and intermediate riders). What’s why is considered as long-lasting engine, partly because it makes less power from the same displacement, the lower output the less stress (117hp vs 78hp) with lower RPMs/redline. In simply terms, the lower horsepower (for the same engine size), the more reliable and long-lasting the engine tends to be, especially in motorcycles. It doesn't look like a cheap bike to most people.

Cons I've noticed since in my possession: The gearbox is a little bit clunky, but at the same time slick and positive. The engine seems to be hungry for revs and it feels like it could do with another (seventh) gear. Round town the engine doesn't like to sit in traffics, and quickly you are going to notice the temperature on your gauge rising. Disappointed that it doesn't have gear indicator on dial, but you can fit one easy and cheap. The seat becomes uncomfortable after hours of riding, but for short distances (less than an hour) you can say it's fine.

Having owned the bike for four years and 10 000km, I have never ran into any kind of serious reliability issues, bought from a friend that got a new bigger touring bike. Well maintained and replaced with many new parts like chain, regulator rectifier, steering rack, battery, leather seat, lights etc. The parts although budget, do their job and are robust. At the end of the day, almost every part can be replaced with an aftermarket one. It's cheap and easy to service with wear and tear items being cheap too. You can order and fit many unexpensive accessories of any type you wish. Fuel consumption returns between 40-50mpg. It can also be ridden sedately, returning ridiculously good fuel economy. Great finance and future resale value.

Annual road tax: €47 (Year 2025 Paid)

Annual (average) service cost: €200 (without including tyres)

Annual insurance: €180 (third-party Minerva)

* MANUFACTURE SPECS *

Frame type: Steel tubular diamond-type

Engine size: Four stroke, transverse 600cc In-Line Four

Max power: 78 bhp / 57 kW @ 10000 rpm

Max torque: 44 ft-lb / 59.7 Nm

Top speed: 135 mph / 217 kmh

Fuel capacity: 17.3 litres

Tank range: 202 miles / 325 kilometers

Bike weight: 205kg

Front brake: 2 x 298mm discs

Rear brake: 245mm disc

Front tyre size: 120/70R17

Rear tyre size: 160/60R17 (Fitted with 180/55ZR17)