2006 Yamaha YZF R6 Reviews, Prices, and Specs

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2006 Yamaha YZF R6 Specifications

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Identification
Model Type	Sport
BASE MSRP(US)	$9,199.00
Dealers	Yamaha Dealers
Warranty	12
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Engine:
Engine Type	Horizontal In-line
Cylinders	4
Engine Stroke	4-Stroke
Horsepower RPM	14500
Cooling	Liquid
Valves	16
Valves Per Cylinder	4
Valve Configuration	DOHC
Bore (mm/in)	67 / 2.63
Stroke (mm/in)	42.5 / 1.67
Displacement (cc/ci)	599 / 36.6
Compression Ratio	12.8:1
Starter	Electric
Fuel Requirements	Regular
Fuel Type	Gas
Fuel Injector	Yes
Carburetor	No
Carburetion Type	Fuel Injected
Transmission:
Transmission Type	Manual
Number Of Speeds	6
Overdrive	No
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)	Chain
Gear Ratio (1/2/3/4/5/6)	2.583 / 2 / 1.667 / 1.444 / 1.286 / 1.15
Reverse	No
Wheels & Tires:
Wheels Composition	Aluminum
Tube / Tubeless	Tubeless
Front Wheel Width (in)	3.5
Rear Wheel Width (in)	5.5
Chromed	No
Tire Brand	Dunlop®
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
Brakes:
Front Brake Type	Dual Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)	12.2 / 310
Rear Brake Type	Disc
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)	8.7 / 220
Suspension:
Front Suspension Type	Inverted Fork
Front Suspension Size (in/mm)	1.6 / 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 / 119.4
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:
Steering Control	Handlebar
Technical Specifications:
Length (ft)	6.69
Width (in/mm)	27.6 / 701
Height (in/mm)	43.3 / 1099.8
Wheelbase (in/mm)	54.3 / 1379.2
Length (ft/ft)	6
Length (ft/in)	8
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)	357 / 161.9
Wet Weight (lbs/kg)	401 / 182
Payload Capacity (lbs/kgs)	426 / 193
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)	4.6 / 17.4
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)	1.68
Seats:
Seat Type	Two-Piece
Adjustable	No
Seat Material	Vinyl
Seat Location	Driver and Passenger
Folding	No
Seat Height (in/mm)	33.5 / 850.9
Number Of Seats	2
Grab Rail or Strap	Standard
Exterior:
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
Instrumentation:
Digital Instrumentation	Standard
Clock	Standard
Tachometer	Standard
Trip Odometer	Standard
Trip Computer	Standard
Lap Timer	Standard
Shift Light Type	Adjustable
Speedometer	Standard
Temperature Warning Type	Gauge
Fuel Level Warning Type	Light
Pricing:
Warranty (Months/Condition)	12 / Limited
Identification:
Generic Type (Primary)	Sport
Manufacturer Country	Japan
Introduction Year	2006
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age	16
NADATrimID	30461
Mounts:
Windshield Mounts	Standard
Paint & Finish:
Metallic	No
Glass:
Rearview Mirrors	Standard
Windshield Lowers	No
Height Adjustable	No
Tinted	No
Height	Low
Storage:
Underseat Storage	Standard
Lockable Storage	Standard
Lights:
Halogen Headlight (s)	Standard
Convenience:
Adjustable Levers	Standard

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By James Estebanez(Owner), Sep. 27, 2008

The R6 may not have been bike of the year but does have beautiful Razor Sharp styling that every other bike at one point may envy. It has extremely high RPM's so high its screaming may make other 600cc bikes jelouse. I love this motorcycle, it definitely pulls nicely. Althought styling and performan... Read Full Review

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By Brandon Noe(Owner), Sep. 29, 2008

Very good bike. Owned for a year and never had a problem with it. Shifts smoothly and the power above 10k rpms is great. 4 stars on Ride & Comfort simply because I can't find a gel seat for the 06-07 year models. Read Full Review

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2006 r6

By Sean Smith(Owner), Nov. 30, 2008

Great bike. Great performance. Awesome handling. Suggest for anyone in the market. Read Full Review

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By jason chan(Enthusiast), Sep. 19, 2008

great track bike never had any problems
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Amazing

By Wes Perry(Owner), Sep. 18, 2008

Truly an amazing bike. All the bike I could ever wish for. Read Full Review

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