Wednesday, May 22, 2013

2012 Yamaha YZF R6 Specs and Review

2012 Yamaha YZF-R6
Besides its sheer speeds at the raceways, the 2012 Yamaha YZF-R6 is greatly known for its technological aspects. The Yamaha YZF-R6 screams tech-savvy in many ways, but is best known for Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle (YCC-T), the first motorcycle to have one, and Yamaha Chip Controlled Intake (YCC-I). The advanced Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle provides "flawless response under all conditions," and the Yamaha Chip Controlled Intake varies "intake tract length for excellent cylinder filling and a broader powerband."
And the Yamaha YZF-R6 returns for 2012 with these technical aspects wrapped around its 599cc inline-four featuring titanium valves, although a carry-over model from last year.
The only change for 2012 is a new color option; just like its older brother, the 2012 Yamaha YZF-R1, the 2012 Yamaha YZF-R6 will be offered in a limited World GP 50th Anniversary Edition that celebrates Yamahas racing heritage with Pearl White/Rapid Red livery.
The Limited Edition Yamaha YZF-R6, which only 1500 will be produced worldwide, includes a 50th Anniversary emblem on top of the fuel tank and a special numbered plate showing the production number.
Following are the highlights, specs, color options and MSRP for the 2012 Yamaha YZF-R6.
2012 Yamaha YZF-R6
2012 Yamaha YZF-R6  Specifications/Technical Details :

MSRP* 
  • $11,390 (World GP 50th Anniversary Edition - Pearl White/Rapid Red) Available from January 2012
  • $11,090 (Pearl White/Candy Red) Available from October 2011
  • $10,890 (Raven) Available from October 2011
  • $10,890 (Team Yamaha Blue/White) Available from October 2011
ENGINE
  • Type : 599cc liquid-cooled inline 4-cylinder; DOHC, 16 titanium valves
  • Bore x Stroke : 67.0 x 42.5mm
  • Compression Ratio 13.1:1
  • Fuel Delivery Fuel Injection with YCC-T and YCC-I
  • Ignition TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition
  • Transmission 6-speed w/multiplate slipper clutch
  • Final Drive O-ring chain
CHASSIS
  • Suspension / Front 41mm inverted fork; 4-way adjustable, 4.5-in travel
  • Suspension / Rear Single shock; 4-way adjustable, 4.7-in travel
  • Brakes / Front Dual 310mm floating disc; radial-mount 4-piston calipers
  • Brakes / Rear 220mm disc; single-piston caliper
  • Tires / Front 120/70-ZR17
  • Tires / Rear 180/55-ZR17
DIMENSIONS
  • Length 80.3 in
  • Width 27.8 in
  • Height 43.1 in
  • Seat Height 33.5 in
  • Wheelbase 54.1 in
  • Rake (Caster Angle) 24°
  • Trail 3.8 in
  • Oil Capacity (with oil filter change) 2.75 qt
  • Fuel Capacity 4.5 gal
  • Fuel Economy** 40 mpg
  • Wet Weight*** 417 lb
OTHER
  • Primary Reduction Ratio 85/41 (2.073)
  • Secondary Reduction Ratio 45/16 (2.813)
  • Gear Ratio - 1st Gear 31/12 (2.583)
  • Gear Ratio - 2nd Gear 32/16 (2.000)
  • Gear Ratio - 3rd Gear 30/18 (1.667)
  • Gear Ratio - 4th Gear 26/18 (1.444)
  • Gear Ratio - 5th Gear 27/21 (1.286)
  • Gear Ratio - 6th Gear 23/20 (1.150)
  • Warranty 1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty)
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