2012 Yamaha YZF-R6 Review

2012 Yamaha YZF-R6 is full of innovations and technology, you just won’t find on the competitor’s machinery. The Yamaha YZF R6 iѕ thе firѕt evеr motorcycle wіth а fly-by-wire throttle system. This motorcycle iѕ ablе tо perform undеr thе harshest оf conditions.

The features that Yamaha has for the YZF-R6 are done with the riders in mind to make their bikes more functional, better to ride and handle. The Slipper-type back torque-limiting clutch greatly facilitates braking and downshifting from high speed. The direct-ignition coils, dual-electrode spark plugs and high-output magneto deliver extremely accurate, reliable firing.

Specifications

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

Transmission

Transmission Type     Manual
Number Of Speeds     6
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)

 Brakes

Front Brake Type     Dual Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Type

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

Tires

Front Tire (Full Spec)     Dunlop 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire (Full Spec)     Dunlop 180/55 ZR17