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2012 Yamaha YZF R6

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Model Type	Sport
BASE MSRP(US)	$10,890.00
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)	51.4 / 1305.6
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)	4.5 / 17

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By Jordan (Owner), Dec. 20, 2012

I have a 2012 Yamaha YZF-R6 as of October. I got the Raven and I love it. It has a really good mid range and high range. It's fast as hell and up to about 100 mph I can stick right next to my friends on 1000cc bikes. It looks amazing and I'm constantly getting compliments. Really my only complaint i... Read Full Review

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By lemoine86@hotmail.com(Owner), Sep. 17, 2012

I'm not lucky enough to own one but my sergeant does. He says this bike is the best because its easy to handle, looks cool,and Yamaha makes the best better than any other bike out there. Don't go anywhere but Yamaha. Read Full Review

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