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| Identification | |
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| Model Type | Sport |
| BASE MSRP(US) | $9,599.00 |
| Dealers | Yamaha Dealers |
| Warranty | 12 |
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| Engine: | |
| Engine Type | Horizontal In-line |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Engine Stroke | 4-Stroke |
| Cooling | Liquid |
| Valves | 16 |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 |
| Valve Configuration | DOHC |
| Compression Ratio | 13.1:1 |
| Starter | Electric |
| Fuel Requirements | Regular |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| Transmission: | |
| Transmission Type | Manual |
| Number Of Speeds | 6 |
| Primary Drive (Rear Wheel) | Chain |
| Wheels & Tires: | |
| Front Tire (Full Spec) | Dunlop 120/70 ZR17 |
| Rear Tire (Full Spec) | Dunlop 180/55 ZR17 |
| Brakes: | |
| Front Brake Type | Dual Hydraulic Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Hydraulic Disc |
| Technical Specifications: | |
| Wheelbase (in/mm) | 54.3 / 1379.2 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal/l) | 4.6 / 17.4 |
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Definately Fun
By Matt M(Owner), Sep. 23, 2008
The Overall performance is second to none.
The Handling when going into corners is extremely sharp, find a line and twist the throttle.
Although it may not be as comfortable as other bikes, over time you will adapt to ... Read Full Review
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Awesomeness between my legs.
By Brian(Owner), Sep. 27, 2008
The performance is top-notch. 16.5k redline wooooooooo!
The only issue with this bike is the comfort. But.... Tough luck. You don't buy a sportsbike for comfort; you buy it for performance.
The rating category combines both Ride & Comfort. And since the r... Read Full Review
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K8 R6
By EB(Owner), Jan. 26, 2009
This winter, it's been a project and is almost complete for this ... Read Full Review
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By Rich(Owner), Nov. 18, 2009
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Very pleasing!
By Zachariya Lockhat(Owner), Aug. 20, 2009
I'm amazed at how powerful and smooth the bike is and at 5ft 7 it's difficult to keep the bike up at standstill and my arms are a bit short for steering.
But I don't have any complaints... My R6 is a dream come true and I would defin... Read Full Review
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