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Not much goes wrong with the XJ6 family, being proven mechanically and simple in terms of spec. Instead, being a 'first big bike' you should look out for maintenance issues or damage such as bent levers which may indicate a slow speed drop.
The XJ6 uses a retuned engine from the FZ6 Fazer of the same vintage, designed to make the XJ6 Diversion flexible and friendly to ride. Claimed power and torque is less than the Fazer (by 20bhp and 2ftlb), but usefully delivered much lower down the rev-range (2000rpm and 1500rpm).
The Yamaha XJ6 Diversion has a tubular steel diamond type chassis, using the engine as a stressed member, to save weight and add strength. With its low seat and narrow fuel tank, the Yamaha XJ6 Diversion is very easy to get on and ride, short or tall, on your own or with a pillion. On the move there’s zero vibration felt from the engine and around town the Divvy is agile and easy to navigate through traffic. The steering lock is pretty handy and the wind protection from the half fairing is good too.