| Attribute | Yamaha YZF 600 R Thundercat 2001 × | Suzuki GSX-R 600 2001 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 2001 | 2001 |
| Make | Yamaha | Suzuki |
| Model | Yamaha YZF 600 R Thundercat | Suzuki GSX-R 600 |
| Category | Sport touring | Sport |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke | In-line four, four-stroke |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel system | Carburettor | Injection |
| Displacement (cm³) | 599 | 599 |
| Power (kw) | 73 | 71.5 |
| Cooling system | - | Liquid |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
| Torque (Nm) | 66 | 63 |
| Bore (mm) | 62 | 67 |
| Stroke (mm) | 49.6 | 42.5 |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Chassis | ||
| Front brakes | Dual disc | Dual disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Diameter (mm) | 245 | 220 |
| Front tyre | 120/60-ZR17 | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear tyre | 160/60-ZR17 | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Front wheel travel (mm) | 130 | 125 |
| Rear wheel travel (mm) | 120 | 130 |
| Other | ||
| Starter | - | Electric |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,415 | 1,400 |
| Dry weight (kg) | 187 | 163 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.3904 | 0.4387 |
| Seat height (mm) | 810 | 830 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 230 | 255 |
| Fuel capacity (l) | 19 | 18 |