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2008 Yamaha YZF R6 Specifications
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Identification | |
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Model Type | Sport |
BASE MSRP(US) | $9,599.00 |
Dealers | Yamaha Dealers |
Warranty | 12 |
Insurance | |
Finance | |
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
I bought the 08 R6 on Father's day and this bike is nothing but amazing.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
WOW
By Rich(Owner), Nov. 18, 2009
I traded in a F4 for a R6 and all i can say is WOW!!!!!!! for everyone saying the bike is not confertable thats Bull. I road the bike from CO to VA and it was fine a also got the bike up to 145Mph with a bag on each side of the bike. The bike still had so much more power at that speed.
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Awesomeness between my legs.
By Brian(Owner), Sep. 27, 2008
This bike is pretty amazing.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
K8 R6
By EB(Owner), Jan. 26, 2009
I bought this bike with the primary intention of "street riding", but the first time I did a track weekend I knew it had no business to be on the street. It ran perfect on the track, even with the stock Dunlop 208 tires.This winter, it's been a project and is almost complete for this ... Read Full Review
great bike
By Andrey(Owner), Mar. 5, 2009
i picked one up in oct 08 and its definatly worth it. this is my first bike and i feel like ive owned it for years. ive riden befor on 6rs and gixxers but this one takes the lead hands down. its light sharp and fast. i would recomend it to anyone that is looking for a good quick street bike
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