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2012 Yamaha YZF-R6
The ultimate 600 both on and off the track.
The R6 is designed to do one thing extremely well: get around a race track in minimal time. Oh yeah: It's an incredible street bike too. The 2012 World GP 50th Anniversary Edition celebrates Yamaha's racing heritage with Pearl White/Rapid Red livery. It includes a 50th Anniversary emblem on top of the fuel tank and a special numbered plate showing the production number of only 1500 units that will be produced worldwide.
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Key Features: World GP 50th Anniversary Edition celebrates Yamaha’s racing heritage with Pearl White/Rapid Red livery. Includes a 50th Anniversary emblem on top of the fuel tank and a special numbered plate showing the production number of only 1500 units that will be produced worldwide in these commemorative colors.
Key Features: Light, powerful, and bristling with knowledge gained from years of racing, the YZF-R6 is the most advanced production 600cc motorcycle Yamaha—or anybody else—has ever built.
Key Features: The YZF-R6 was the first production motorcycle with YCC-T®, Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle system—for flawless response under all conditions.
Key Features: YCC-I®, Yamaha Chip Controlled Intake, is used on the R6 to vary intake tract length for excellent cylinder filling and a broader powerband.
Key Features: Back torque-limiting slipper-type clutch greatly facilitates braking/downshifting from high speed. Close-ratio 6-speed transmission delivers seamless power and maximum acceleration.
Engine: Compact, lightweight 67mm x 42.5mm, 599cc DOHC 16-valve, liquid-cooled titanium-valved four-cylinder has a compression ratio of 13.1:1, for great response. Domed pistons with valve cutouts produce a compact combustion chamber.
Engine: Fuel injection mapping for the YCC-T™—Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle dual-injector system complements the high compression ratio for great throttle response and reduced engine braking.
Engine: YCC-I—Yamaha Chip Controlled Intake electronically varies intake tract length for a broader powerband.
Engine: A magnesium subframe removes weight from the rear of the motorcycle for increased mass centralization.
Engine: YCC-T uses a powerful ECU and multiple sensors to provide perfect, smooth engine response and optimal power whenever the throttle is twisted under all conditions.
Engine: Twin-injector fuel injection: shower-type injectors above each intake funnel help achieve optimum fuel atomization at high rpm.
Engine: Slipper-type back torque-limiting clutch greatly facilitates braking and downshifting from high speed. Close-ratio six-speed transmission delivers seamless power and maximum acceleration.
Engine: GP-style titanium muffler contributes to mass centralization and contains EXUP® for a broad powerband, and 02 sensor for spot-on injection and emissions compliance.
Engine: Linerless, direct-plated ceramic-composite cylinder bores mean greater heat dissipation for consistent power delivery and reduced friction.
Engine: Cool magnesium valve and engine covers are light and stylish.
Engine: Direct-ignition coils, dual-electrode spark plugs and high-output magneto deliver extremely accurate, reliable firing.
Chassis/Suspension: Deltabox® aluminum frame incorporates GP thinking in terms of engine positioning and rigidity for the ultimate in 600-class handling.
Chassis/Suspension: The lightweight swingarm pivots high in the frame, for increased anti-squat effect and mid-corner stability. TZ-type chain adjusters ease rear tire changes.
Chassis/Suspension: Four-way adjustable (preload, high-speed compression, low-speed compression and rebound damping) inverted fork with 41mm tubes increases freedom in setting up for street or track use; soak up the bumps and resist bottoming when braking.
Chassis/Suspension: Four-way adjustable (preload, high-speed compression, low-speed compression and rebound damping) piggyback rear shock delivers exceptional rear wheel tracking and stability.
Chassis/Suspension: Dual 310mm front disc brakes use forged one-piece radial-mount calipers and radial-pump front master cylinder with adjustable lever for astounding braking power and feel.
Chassis/Suspension: The casting technique for the five-spoke 17-inch wheels makes the rims light and strong, not to mention wickedly cool-looking.
Chassis/Suspension: Removable rear shock spacer and adjustable fork ride height allows the rider to tailor the ride position for the best fit and comfort.
Additional Features: Built-in lap timer is controlled by a right handlebar switch.
Additional Features: Multifunction digital and analog instrumentation features: programmable shift light, digital speedometer, analog tachometer, dual tripmeters with miles-on-reserve function, odometer, water temp gauge and lights for neutral, high beam, low fuel and turn signals.
2012 Yamaha YZF-R6
Specifications
Engine
- Engine
- 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
- Oil Capacity
- (w/oil filter change) 2.75 qt
- Fuel Capacity
- 4.5 gal
- Fuel Economy
- 40 mpg
Transmission
- Primary Reduction Ratio
- 85/41 (2.073)
- Secondary Reduction Ration
- 45/16 (2.813)
- Ignition
- TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition
- Transmission
- 6-speed w/multi-plate slipper clutch
- Final Drive
- O-ring chain
Chassis
- Suspension Front
- 41mm inverted fork; 4-way adjustable, 4.7-in travel
- Suspension Rear
- Single shock; 4-way adjustable, 4.7-in travel
- Brake Front
- Dual 310mm floating disc; radial-mount 4-piston calipers
- Brake 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
- Wet Weight
- 417 lb
General Information
- Gear Ratio
- (1st Gear) 31/12 (2.583)
(2nd Gear) 32/16 (2.000)
(3rd Gear) 30/18 (1.667)
(4th Gear) 26/18 (1.444)
(5th Gear) 27/21 (1.286)
(6th Gear) 23/20 (1.150) - Warranty
- 1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty)




