2012 Yamaha YZF-R6
2012 Yamaha YZF-R6 comes with Pearl White/Rapid Red livery to celebrates World GP 50th Anniversary Edition Yamaha’s racing heritage. It is the most advanced production 600cc motorcycle from Yamaha or anybody else-has ever built with light and powerful for racing and challenge others class such as 2012 GSX-R600. Same as its big brother Yamaha YZF-R1, it was the first production motorcycle with YCC-T®, Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle system for flawless response under all conditions. Close-ratio 6-speed transmission delivers seamless power and maximum acceleration. Back torque-limiting slipper-type clutch greatly facilitates braking/downshifting from high speed. It’s also equipped with built-in lap timer that is controlled by a right handlebar switch. Fully technology features on multifunction digital and analog instrumentation. Check its detail technical specification and what is new features installed on 2012 Yamaha YZF-R6.
Engine Specification
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 with multiplate slipper clutch
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)
Final Drive – O-ring chain
Chassis and Dimension
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
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
2012 Yamaha YZF-R6 Features
Engine and Transmission – Great response with compact and lightweight 67mm x 42.5mm, 599cc DOHC 16-valve, liquid-cooled titanium-valved four-cylinder has a compression ratio of 13.1:1. Great throttle response and reduced engine braking with fuel injection mapping for the YCC-T (Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle) dual-injector system. 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. Twin-injector fuel injection help achieve optimum fuel atomization at high rpm. Close-ratio six-speed transmission delivers seamless power and maximum acceleration. Slipper-type back torque-limiting clutch greatly facilitates braking and downshifting from high speed. GP-style titanium muffler contributes to mass centralization and contains EXUP® for a broad power-band.
Chassis and Suspension – 2012 Yamaha YZF-R6′s Deltabox® aluminum frame incorporates GP thinking in terms of engine positioning and rigidity for the ultimate in 600cc class handling. Anti-squat effect and mid-corner stability increase with the lightweight swingarm. Four-way adjustable inverted fork with 41mm tubes increases freedom in setting up for street or track use, soak up the bumps and resist bottoming when braking. The casting technique for the five-spoke 17-inch wheels makes the rims light and strong. Removable rear shock spacer and adjustable fork ride height allows the rider to tailor the ride position for the best fit and comfort when riding on 2012 Yamaha YZF-R6.
