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Yamaha YZF-R6 2006

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2006 Yamaha YZF-R6

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The all-new YZF-R6 isn’t a race replica, it’s a racer, developed at racetracks, honed to perfection with the knowledge we’ve learned from our successes in MotoGP, World Superbike and World Supersport racing.

General information
Model:	Yamaha YZF-R6
Year:	2006
Category:	Sport
Rating:	76.2 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes
Safety:	See our safety campaign with the high safety rated bikes in this category.
Engine and transmission
Displacement:	599.00 ccm (36.55 cubic inches)
Engine type:	In-line four
Stroke:	4
Power:	131.15 HP (95.7 kW)) @ 14500 RPM
Torque:	68.00 Nm (6.9 kgf-m or 50.2 ft.lbs) @ 6930 RPM
Compression:	12.8:1
Bore x stroke:	67.0 x 42.5 mm (2.6 x 1.7 inches)
Fuel system:	Injection
Valves per cylinder:	4
Fuel control:	DOHC
Ignition:	TCI
Starter:	Electric
Lubrication system:	Wet sump
Cooling system:	Liquid
Gearbox:	5-speed
Transmission type final drive:	Chain
Clutch:	Wet multiple-disc coil spring
Physical measures
Dry weight:	161.0 kg (354.9 pounds)
Seat height:	850 mm (33.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height:	1,100 mm (43.3 inches)
Overall length:	2,040 mm (80.3 inches)
Overall width:	700 mm (27.6 inches)
Ground clearance:	130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase:	1,380 mm (54.3 inches)
Chassis and dimensions
Front suspension:	Telescopic fork
Front suspension travel:	43 mm (1.7 inches)
Rear suspension:	Swingarm (link suspension)
Front tyre dimensions:	120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre dimensions:	180/55-ZR17
Front brakes:	Double disc
Front brakes diameter:	310 mm (12.2 inches)
Rear brakes:	Single disc
Rear brakes diameter:	220 mm (8.7 inches)
Speed and acceleration
Power/weight ratio:	0.8146 HP/kg
Other specifications
Fuel capacity:	17.50 litres (4.62 gallons)
Comments:	Maximum power without direct air induction is 93.4kW (127 HP) @ 14,500 rpm.
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