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Buyer's Guide > YZF-R6
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The R6 is Yamaha's long-running supersport, and it is hugely popular at track days. It was the first motorcycle to feature ride-by-wire throttle control. It continues to offer solid performance in its class.
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Brand
Yamaha
Model
YZF-R6
Categories
Sport - Super
New/Returning
Returning for 2016
Msrp
$ 12,499
Enginesize
599 cc
Engine Type
Inline four, DOHC with 4 valves/cyl, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke
Transmission
6-speed, chain
Clutch
Wet multi-plate
Fueling
Fuel Injection
Max Power
124 HP (92.3 kW) @ 14000 rpm
Max Torque
47.7 ft-lbs (64.7 Nm) @ 11500 rpm
Seat Height, std
850 mm (33.5 in.)
Seat Height, options
Wheelbase
1375 mm (54.1 in.)
Fuel Capacity
17 L (4.49 USG)
Dry Weight
Curb Weight
189 kg (417 lbs.)
Brakes, front
Twin 310 mm discs with 4-piston calipers
Brakes, rear
Single 220 mm disc with 1-piston caliper
Antilock Brakes (ABS)
Not Available
Suspension, front
41 mm Inverted/USD forks, fully adjustable with 115 mm of travel
Suspension, rear
Single shock, fully adjustable with 120 mm of travel
Tires, front
120/70-ZR17
Tires, rear
180/55-ZR17
Paint/Colours
60th Anniversary Yellow & Black, Yamaha Blue, Matte Metallic Gray
Warranty
12 months, unlimited mileage

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