2005 Yamaha YZF-R6

Yamaha YZF-R6 2005


2005 Yamaha YZF-R6 specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

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General information
Model name Yamaha YZF-R6
Year 2005
Category Sport
Price as newUS$ 8399. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
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Engine and transmission
Displacement 600.0 ccm (36.61 cubic inches)
Engine type In-line four, four-stroke
Compression 12.4:1
Bore x stroke 65.5 x 44.5 mm (2.6 x 1.8 inches)
Valves per cylinder 4
Fuel system Injection. Fuel Injection
Fuel control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignition Digital DC-CDI
Cooling system Liquid
Gearbox 6-speed
Transmission type Chain (final drive)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Rake (fork angle) 24.5°
Trail 94 mm (3.7 inches)
Front suspension 41mm inverted telescopic fork w/adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping
Front wheel travel 119 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear suspension Single shock w/piggyback reservoir and adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping
Rear wheel travel 119 mm (4.7 inches)
Front tire 120/70-ZR17
Rear tire 180/55-ZR17
Front brakes Double disc
Diameter 310 mm (12.2 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc
Diameter 220 mm (8.7 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 161.9 kg (357.0 pounds)
Seat height 820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height 1105 mm (43.5 inches)
Overall length 2045 mm (80.5 inches)
Overall width 688 mm (27.1 inches)
Wheelbase 1384 mm (54.5 inches)
Fuel capacity 4.50 litres (1.19 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options Team Yamaha Blue/White, Rapid Red: Raven
Starter Electric
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