2009 Yamaha YZF R6 Reviews, Prices, and Specs

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2009 Yamaha YZF R6

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2009 Yamaha YZF R6 Specifications

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Model Type	Sport
BASE MSRP(US)	$9,990.00
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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By Kevin(Owner), Jun. 9, 2009

I really like the new 2009 R6, I am 6ft-5in tall and this bike is still comftorable, it also has the tallest seat of any 600cc at 34 inches tall. I also really like the look of it, and the turning is very responsive when riding. It is also nice that the 2009 R6 is for now the fastest 600 in product... Read Full Review

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By Ryan(Owner), Sep. 23, 2009

This is my second bike, my first one was a 2005 CBR 600RR. Love this one alot more. After 8K hold on cause it's going to make you work!!! Read Full Review

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SWEET!

By Josh Jackson(Owner), Jul. 23, 2009

Its my first sportbike ever and I have no problem riding it. It does lack some power in the lower rpm's but, when you get the engine moving you had better be holding on! Its a rocket. I'm 5'8" and comfort has not been an issue for me. I do alot of riding in town and have not had an issue with t... Read Full Review

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By pietro(Owner), Jul. 17, 2009

this is my first bike just got it and ive been riding other peoples bikes for a while and usually i would doubt myself around a corner but on this bike i never do. Read Full Review

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Great Bike!

By Chris Harness(Owner), Oct. 14, 2009

Although I have ridden many motorcycles (off-road and street legal)this is the first street legal motorcycle I have ever own. Everything from the performance to the handeling to the styling of this bike has me very impressed. The 2009 YZF-R6 is super quick with a very aggressive stance that just beg... Read Full Review

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