2005 Yamaha YZF R6

2005 Yamaha YZF R6 pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
MSRP
$8,399
Type
Sport
Insurance
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Model Type
Sport
MSRP
$8,399
Dealers
Warranty
12
Insurance
Finance
Generic Type (Primary)
Sport
Manufacturer Country
Japan
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age
16
Parent Company
Yamaha
Display Name
YZF R6
Year
2005
Make
Yamaha
Engine Type
Horizontal In-line
Cylinders
4
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Horsepower (bhp/kW)
123 / 91.8
Cooling
Liquid
Valves
16
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Valve Configuration
DOHC
Bore (mm/in)
65.5 / 2.6
Stroke (mm/in)
44.5 / 1.75
Displacement (cc/ci)
600 / 36.6
Compression Ratio
12.4:1
Starter
Electric
Fuel Requirements
Regular
Fuel Type
Gas
Fuel Injector
Yes
Fuel Injector Size (mm)
40
Carburetor
No
Carburetion Type
Fuel Injected
Transmission Type
Manual
Number Of Speeds
6
Overdrive
No
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Chain
Gear Ratio (1/2/3/4/5/6)
2.85 / 1.56 / 1.56 / 1.33 / 1.19 / 1.08
Reverse
No
Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Tube / Tubeless
Tubeless
Front Wheel Width (in)
3.5
Rear Wheel Width (in)
5.5
Chromed
No
Tire Brand
Dunlop(R)
Front Tire Width
120
Front Tire Aspect Ratio
70
Front Tire Speed Rating
Z
Front Wheel Diameter
17
Rear Tire Width
180
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
55
Rear Tire Speed Rating
Z
Rear Wheel Diameter
17
Front Tire (Full Spec)
Dunlop 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
Dunlop 180/55 ZR17
Front Brake Type
Dual Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)
12.2 / 310
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)
8.6 / 220
Front Suspension Type
Inverted Fork
Front Suspension Size (in/mm)
1.62 / 41
Front Travel (in/mm)
4.7 / 119.4
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load
Yes
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping
Yes
Front Central Suspension Strut
No
Rear Suspension Type
Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Travel (in/mm)
4.7 / 119
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load
Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping
Yes
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
1
Rear Suspension Material
Aluminum
Air Adjustable
No
Steering Control
Handlebar
Length (ft)
6.71
Width (in/mm)
27.1 / 688.3
Height (in/mm)
43.5 / 1104.9
Wheelbase (in/mm)
54.3 / 1379.2
Turning Radius (ft)
11.2
Ground Clearance (in/mm)
5.3 / 135
Length (ft/ft)
6
Length (ft/in)
8.5
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
357 / 161.9
Wet Weight (lbs/kg)
401 / 182
Payload Capacity (lbs/kgs)
426 / 193
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
4.5 / 17
Fuel Capacity Reserve (gal/l)
0.92 / 3.5
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
1.68
Seat Type
Two-Piece
Adjustable
No
Seat Material
Vinyl
Seat Location
Driver and Passenger
Folding
No
Seat Height (in/mm)
32.3 / 820.4
Number Of Seats
2
Grab Rail or Strap
Standard
Frame
Aluminum
Body Material
Plastic
Hand Grips
Standard
Foot Peg Location
Driver and Passenger
Adjustable
No
Chain Guard
Yes
Drive Shaft Guard
No
Fork Guards
No
Saddle Bag Guard
No
Belt Guard
No
Hand Guards
No
Brush Guard
No
Exhaust Guard
Yes
Light Guard
No
Exterior Covers
Standard
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Stand Type
Kick
Lower Fairing
Standard
Spoiler
Standard
Handlebars
Standard
Upper Fairing
Standard
License Plate
Standard
Digital Instrumentation
Standard
Clock
Standard
Tachometer
Standard
Trip Odometer
Standard
Shift Light Type
Adjustable
Speedometer
Standard
Temperature Warning Type
Gauge
Fuel Level Warning Type
Light
Warranty (Months/Condition)
12 / Limited
Battery Warranty (Months)
0
Windshield Mounts
Standard
Metallic
No
Rearview Mirrors
Standard
Windshield Lowers
No
Height Adjustable
No
Tinted
No
Height
Low
Underseat Storage
Standard
Lockable Storage
Standard
Helmet Locks
Standard
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
Adjustable Levers
Standard
Handlebar Lock
Standard
User Reviews
5 reviews
  • Quickest 600 I have owned. Great bike. Cheap switches and electrical system.
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jan 17, 2018

    Quick. Handels well. Reliability needs some tlc

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  • AWESOMENESS
    By  (I am an Owner) on Nov 26, 2008

    This bike is full awesomeness. i have never had a problem with it and it is a joy to ride.... this is my first bike and is my baby...

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  • Best race bike ever had
    By  (I am an Owner) on Oct 30, 2008

    I purchased the 05 R6 for track use only,I have put the GYTR Ti system ,PCIII w BNC filter,replace sprockets & chain(520 kit) plus rearsets,billewt covers & bodywork and it gave me 106 all usable little horses,combined with shorter gearing makes for The Perfect Track Weapon, It's so easy to push ...

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  • SCREAMER OR BUST
    By  (I am an Owner) on Oct 02, 2008

    DONT GET ME WRONG THE 05 R6 IS AN GREAT MACHINE, I JUST THINK IT LACKS A LITTLE MID RANGE POWER COMPARED TO ITS BROTHER THE GSXR 600. BUT THERE IS HOPE, I TOOK MINE AND BROUGHT IT FROM STOCK TO SCREAMER IN NO TIME. ALL YOU NEED IS MOTIVATION AND TWO JOBS. I INSTALLED AN AKROPOVIC FULL EXAUST, DYNOJET ...

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  • YZF R6 Funnest Bike Ever?
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 16, 2008

    I am an owner of a 2005 YZF R6 and I believe it was the smartest purchase I have ever made. Not only do I believe the 2005 R6 has one of the most sophisticated sleek cut lines look, but mechanically fantastic. The only downside to the R6 is it can be a little choppy if your local streets arent up ...

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