Yamaha YZF600 R6S

Yamaha YZF600 R6S
Manufacturer	Yamaha
Production	2006 - 07
Class	Motorcross
Engine	Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.
Compression ratio	12.8:1
Ignition	Digital TCI
Transmission	6 Speed
Frame	Deltabox aluminum frame with revised rigidity balance
Suspension	Front: 41mm upside down forks with 2-way compression damping adjustable Rear: Fully adjustable rear shock absorber with 2-way compression damping
Brakes	Front: 2x 320mm discs Rear: Single 220mm disc
Front Tire	120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire	180/55 ZR17
Weight	161 kg / 355 lbs (dry),
Recommended Oil	Yamalube 10w-40
Fuel Capacity	17.5 Liters / 4.6 US gal
Manuals	Service Manual

Engine

The engine was a Liquid cooled cooled Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.. The engine featured a 12.8:1 compression ratio.

Chassis

It came with a 120/70 ZR17 front tire and a 180/55 ZR17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 2x 320mm discs in the front and a Single 220mm disc in the rear. The front suspension was a 41mm upside down forks with 2-way compression damping adjustable while the rear was equipped with a Fully adjustable rear shock absorber with 2-way compression damping. The YZF600 R6S was fitted with a 17.5 Liters / 4.6 US gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 161 kg / 355 lbs.

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Overview

Yamaha YZF 600 R6S

Riding the Yamaha YZF-R6S is a real blast as the motorcycle offers crisp throttle response and positive feedback in virtually any command given by the rider. I was very happy to be riding this motorcycle because I’ve always admired how Yamaha kept one stage of evolution and proved it is still competitive after a few years

My first thing on the list was the engine so after firing it up, I took my time and familiarized with the throttle and commands. This is how I immediately noticed the permissive riding position given by the narrow fuel tank, and especially positioned handlebar.

Once on the move I choose to test it in the urban jungle and the R6S’s high-revving 600cc motor didn’t disappoint in any given aspect. It provides user-friendly power through all the rpm range but racing abilities are always present and ready to deliver the best performance in any given gear. Frankly, I didn’t manage to go higher than third but that was enough for the Yamaha to convince me of its acceleration abilities and performance taken right out the race circuit.

Changing gears is an absolute pleasure and that was a very positive aspect for when I rode it between stop signs and red lights. It doesn’t require wide openings of the throttle before changing a gear but maybe that was just me keeping my ears opened for the exhaust sound. I admit that I preferred keeping it revved because that is what sportbikes are all about.

Another charming aspect was handling. This machine will lean you as much as it can. That’s right, you’ll feel like a visitor on the R6S and the curves will pretty much be taken by the sharp-handling Yamaha. Wide opening the throttle after such a curve provides the rider with great amounts of adrenaline as the fuel injected engine makes sure to offer the needed power in virtually any situation.

I was now getting used to this motorcycle and I decided that a fast lane won’t hurt anyone, so I headed out of town in order to get the best out of the 2008 Yamaha YZF-R6S. Outside town I encountered a completely transformed machine, one with tremendous power available on twist of the throttle away. I noticed that the racy and power oriented engine doesn’t require shifting up until around 15,500 rpm, where redline is encountered and that was my goal: bringing the needle close to redline in every single gear in order to really make my point on this bike. I found myself far away of the long arm of the law but the R6S kept going and going forever. 6th gear in top end brought a TopSpeed of 165 mph and I believe that it is more than needed from a 600cc motorcycle.

Reducing the speed was no problem as the reliable braking system made stopping more of a kids play but it is more than worth mentioning this bike is no beginner’s motorcycle although it can be user-friendly and very easy to accommodate with. The only aspect that requires take care of is the throttle opening. If you are a conscious kind of guy and you look for a fast and efficient mean of transportation, the Yamaha R6S might be it.

Overall, the bike was excellent and it left me with the best impressions. After riding its bigger brother, the R1, I tended to underestimate 600’s but this one is quite an opinion changer. Conclusion My conclusion is that if you want it, than you should have it no doubt about this. By offering aggressive styling, powerful engine with a wide powerband, and a relaxed riding position, the Yamaha YZF-R6S is one of the best sportbikes out there I don’t wonder why. If you are not convinced, I strongly advise you to take a look at it and, eventually, twist its throttle.

Make Model	Yamaha YZF R6S
Year	2006 - 07
Engine Type	Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.
Displacement	599 cc / 36.5 cu-in
Bore X Stroke	67 x 42.5 mm
Compression	12.8:1
Cooling System	Liquid cooled
Lubrication	Wet sump
Induction	Fuel Injection
Ignition	Digital TCI
Starting	Electric
Max Power	127 hp / 94.7 kW @14500 rpm
Max Torque	66 Nm / 48.6 lb-ft @ 1100 rpm
Transmission	6 Speed
Final Drive	Chain
Frame	Deltabox aluminum frame with revised rigidity balance
Front Suspension	41mm upside down forks with 2-way compression damping adjustable
Rear Suspension	Fully adjustable rear shock absorber with 2-way compression damping
Front Brakes	2x 320mm discs
Rear Brakes	Single 220mm disc
Front Tire	120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire	180/55 ZR17
Dry Weight	161 kg / 355 lbs
Fuel Capacity	17.5 Liters / 4.6 US gal