Yamaha YZF-R6

YZF-R6 - Catch the extreme

This R6 is packed with tech from our world championship race programmes to take your riding excitement to the extreme. The R6 enhances man-machine connection, giving you the confidence to exploit your skills. You get track-developed electronics: YCC-T chip-controlled throttle for ultimate acceleration and YCC-I electronically controlled variable intake funnels for bigger power and torque. Plus a race-developed chassis spec for razor-sharp handling.

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Yamaha Blue	Graphite	Competition White

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Engine
Engine type	Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, forward inclined, parallel 4-cylinder, 16-valves, D0HC
Displacement	599 cc
Bore x stroke	67.0 x 42.5 mm
Compression ratio	13.1:1
Maximum power	With direct air induction: 99.6 kW (135 PS) @ 14,500 rpm / Without direct air induction: 94.9 kW (129 PS) @ 14,500 rpm
Maximum torque	With direct air induction: 69.1 Nm (7.05 kg-m) @ 11,000 rpm / Without direct air induction: 65.8 Nm (6.71 kg-m) @ 11,000 rpm
Lubrication system	Wet sump
Fuel System	Fuel injection
Clutch type	Wet, multiple-disc coil spring
Ignition system	TCI
Starter system	Electric
Transmission system	Constant mesh, 6-speed
Final transmission	Chain
Fuel tank capacity	17.3 L
Oil tank capacity	3.4 L

Chassis
Chassis:	Aluminium die-cast Deltabox
Front suspension system	Telescopic forks
Front travel	115 mm
Rear suspension system	Swingarm (link suspension)
Rear travel	120 mm
Front brake	Dual discs, Ø 310 mm
Rear brake	Single disc, Ø 210 mm
Front tyre	120/70 ZR17M/C (58W)
Rear tyre	180/55 ZR17M/C (73W)

Dimensions
Length	2,040 mm
Width	705 mm
Height	1,100 mm
Seat height	850 mm
Wheel base	1,380 mm
Minimum ground clearance	130 mm