2017 Yamaha YZF-R6

Details

Introduction

For 2017, radical new styling wraps up an even more intelligent racing machine, complete with ABS brakes, new suspension & new electronic rider aids. Unparalleled Racetrack Success. The Yamaha YZF-R6 has won more AMA middleweight races & championships than any other 600cc sportbike, making it the number one choice for amateur & professional racers alike. •Legendary R6 Handling Already one of the most nimble machines in the supersport class, 2017 brings additional mass-centralization to the proven R6 package along with updated suspension, for improved front-end feedback & greater cornering confidence. •Thrilling Power & Control With a class-leading, high-revving four-cylinder powerplant at its heart, the R6 already screams across the start/finish line ahead of the pack, but for 2017, the addition of traction control & D-Modes allow the rider to extract even more performance from the potent engine.

Vehicle Type

Road Bike

Bike Type

Road

Series

R6

Model Code

YZF-R6

Configuration

599cc, 4-stroke, Liquid cooled, 16-Valve, DOHC, Forward inclined Inline 4-cyl

LAMS Approved

No

Colours

Tech Black; Intensity White/Matt Silver or Team Yamaha Blue

Country of Origin

JAPAN

Vehicle Class

Super Sport (251 - 600cc)

Engine

Engine Description

600

Generic Engine Config

Inline

Engine Capacity

599

Engine Type

Piston

Engine Stroke

4

Bore

67.0

Stroke

42.5

Cam Type

DOHC (Double Over Head Cam)

Compression Ratio

13.1:1

Induction System

Aspirated

Carburettor

EFI - Electronic Fuel Injection (YCC-T, YCC-I) RbW

Cooling

Liquid

Coolant Capacity

2.1

Lubrication

Wet Sump

Oil Capacity

3.4

Exhaust Config

4:2:1

Exhaust Description

Titanium titaniuim muffler; 3-way honeycomb catalysers; EXUP system

Maximum Power

87.1

Maximum Power RPM

14500

Maximum Torque

67.10

Maximum Torque RPM

10500

Start

Ignition

Digital

Starter

Electric

Electrics

Engine Voltage

12

Charging Method

Alternator & Regulator-Rectifier

Spark Plug Description

NGK CR10EK

Fuel & Emissions

Fuel Type

Petrol

Recommended RON

95

Fuel Tank Capacity

17.0

Fuel Reserve Capacity

3.50

Transmission

Transmission Description

Close ratio; Constant mesh

Primary Drive

Spur gear

Generic Drive Type

Chain

Drive Type

Chain - O'Ring

Generic Gear Type

Manual

Gear Number

6

Gear Change Method

Left foot lever

1st Gear Ratio

2.583

2nd Gear Ratio

2.000

3rd Gear Ratio

1.667

4th Gear Ratio

1.444

5th Gear Ratio

1.286

6th Gear Ratio

1.150

Clutch Type

Wet, Multi Plate, Torque-Limiting slipper; 9 friction/8 steel/6 coil springs

Quick Shift

Standard

Chassis & Suspension

Frame Material

Aluminium

Frame Design

Deltabox

Rake (Caster Angle)

24.00

Trail

97.0

Side Stand

Standard

Front Suspension

43mm KYB upside down telescopic fork; Fully adjustable

Rear Suspension

Link type; KYB piggyback shock absorber; Fully adjustable

Swingarm Type

Dual Sided

Brakes

Front Brake Description

Twin disc, Radial mounted calipers; Hydraulic; ABS

Front Brake Caliper(s)

Four Piston

Front Brake Diameter

320.0

Rear Brake Description

Single disc; Hydraulic

Rear Brake Caliper(s)

Single Piston

Rear Brake Diameter

220.0

ABS

Standard

Linked Braking System

Not Available

Wheels & Tyres

Wheel Type

5-spoke; Cast aluminium

Wheel Size Front

3.5x17" (89x431.8mm)

Wheel Size Rear

5.5x17" (139.7x431.8mm)

Rear Tyre

180/55-17" Bridgestone BATTLAX

Front Tyre

120/70-17" Bridgestone BATTLAX

Dimensions & Weights

Length

2040

Width

695

Height

1150

Wheelbase

1375

Ground Clearance

130.0

Dry Weight

176.0

Wet / Operational Weight

190.00

Seat Height

850

Seating Capacity

2

Warranty & Servicing

Warranty KMs

Unlimited

Warranty in Months from First Registration

24 Months (2 years)

Safety & Security

Side Stand Start Inhibitor

Standard

Lock Type

Ignition/Steering

Convenience

Seating Position

Forward

Adjustable Seat

Not Available

Lap Timer

Standard

System

Import Percent

100

Import Part Percent

80

WU Category

6