June 14th, 20082008 Yamaha YZF-R6 – Scream II
It’s been two years since Yamaha updated the YZF-R6 with the most radical makeover in the bike’s nine-year history. The changes back in 2006 were in some ways a logical evolution of the R6 model, with the already-light chassis even lighter and the already-screaming motor even, uh . . . screamier. Other updates were unexpected, such as new conservative geometry numbers and very different styling. One thing that didn’t change was the bike’s popularity: It continued to be a hit with street riders, track-day junkies and club racers alike. Even some controversy over the ‘06 model’s optimistic tachometer didn’t seem to put a dent in the bike’s success.
Specification:
Yamaha YZF-R6
MSRP: $9599
($9799 in Cadmium Yellow w/ Flames)
Engine
Type: Liquid-cooled, DOHC, transverse-four, 4 valves/cyl.
Displacement: 599cc
Bore x stroke: 67 x 42.5mm
Compression ratio: 13.1:1
Induction: Mikuni EFI with YCC-T, YCC-I, 41mm throttle bodies, 2 injectors/cyl.
Chassis
Front tire: 120/70ZR-17 Dunlop Sportmax Qualifier PTM
Rear tire: 180/55ZR-17 Dunlop Sportmax Qualifier PTM
Rake/trail: 24 deg/3.8 in. (97mm)
Wheelbase: 54.3 in. (1380mm)
Seat height: 33.5 in. (850mm)
Fuel capacity: 4.6 gal (17.4L)
Weight: 366 lb (166kg) dry
January 15th, 2010 at 10:54 pm
This is a great buy because this set it includes accessories such as a belt buckle, windshield, side plates, sissy bar, backrest pad, storage cover, and seat. Depending on the model of the bike, there may be more added accessories to take advantage of. You can also choose to buy these items separately, depending on your needs as well as preference.
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