YAMAHA Releases New YZF-R6 in U.S.A

YAMAHA has announced that they will be revealing YZF-R6 at the AIM Expo (American International Motorcycle Expo) scheduled to be held from the 13th October at Florida, U.S.A. The YZF-R6 is mounted with 599cm3 engine and has been modified for the first time in nine years and will be available in March 2017.

Retail price is 12,199US$.

Middle Supersport Model that Resembles the YZF-R1

The new model is mounted with the same type of inverted front fork and fuel tank made from the same aluminum material mounted to YZF-R1. You may be surprised to hear that the rear frame is made from magnesium which has allowed the machine to decrease its curb weight to 190kg.
The electronic control system has also improved. Due to the traction control system, a quick shifter can be installed optionally.

2017 Yamaha YZF-R6

The following is from the press release.

The YZF-R6 Model; 600cc Supersport with Enhanced Performance is Ready for the U.S.A Market!

The new YZF-R6 adopts "Excellent Circuit Performance and High Dimension" from the original model featuring improved designs to improve the ability of the R series and “Next generation R-DNA” expressed through a design in which the vehicle body works in harmony with airflow. Even higher sports performance is achieved through incorporating vehicle body parts and control technology created during the development of the YZF-R1, and ensuring thorough overall balance. An enjoyable new dimensional steering brings out the best of the rider’s performance.

The world première of this exciting new model was held on October 13 at the AIM Expo (American International Motorcycle Expo) in Florida, U.S.A.

1) ABS and TCS (Traction Control System), which allows the bike to utilize drive from the rear wheel more efficiently during acceleration.
2) High performance suspension and brake parts.
3) A lightweight aluminum fuel tank.
4) A new, slim CF magnesium die-cast rear subframe.

*Name
YZF-R6

*Release Date
March 2017

*Manufacturer's Recommended Retail Price
12,199US$

Sale Plans
4,000 Vehicles
(Annual Year After Release/in America)

New Features

 
1) Traction Control System
Adoption of the TCS (Traction Control System) provides a means for extracting more efficient drive force from the rear tire during acceleration. If signs of rear wheel spin are detected during takeoff etc., smoother acceleration and handling are supported by the integrated control of ignition timing, fuel injection volume, and throttle valve opening. There are six selectable levels of intervention depending on the riding environment, tire grippiness, and rider preference.

 
2) Incorporation of parts the same type as on the YZF-R1, such as front forks
Upside-down suspension has been adopted with a 43mm diameter inner tube replacing the current 41mm front fork. The front fork is the same type as the one on the YZF-R1 and features specific settings to provide good damping force and wheel contact with the ground. Parts equivalant to YZF-R1 have also been utilized on the front brakes. The disc has a 320mm diameter and aluminum 4-pot opposed-piston monoblock calipers (2-pad type) are paired to a Nissin radial master cylinder. (Current disc is 310mm diameter)

 
3)Aluminum fuel tank defined by advanced manufacturing technology
A lightweight aluminum fuel tank (17L) has been adopted from the YZF-R1, . It features a knee pocket to correspond to quick movements from the rider. Compared to a steel fuel tank, it provides a weight saving of approx. 1.2 kg (vs. the current YZF-R6). Bending and shaping aluminum to create fuel tanks with complicated contours such as these knee pockets has been regarded to be difficult but this model has been processed with CMT (Cold Metal Transfer) welding technology after post press and combines a rigid tightly-sealed structure with a beautiful appearance.

 
4) New seat and slim rear subframe to support the rider’s actions
The seat and rear subframe have been newly designed. The top surface of the seat has a more gentle upward slant, while the portion around the rider’s thighs has more freedom for a good fit and legs to reach the ground. In conjunction with the benefits of the new tank, the improved seating position provides an enhanced level of agile maneuverability. The magnesium rear subframe supporting the seat maintains the strength and rigidity of the current model with approximately 20mm narrower width.

 
5) Highly-aerodynamic new front fairing design
The adoption of a newly-designed front fairing and windscreen provide an 8% improvement in aerodynamic efficiency (less drag) over the current model. This contributes to a higher top speed during track riding.

 
6)6) New styling that exudes “A futuristic look and feel that is strong, striking, and sentient”
The key styling phrases for this model have been 1) Conveying the next generation of R-DNA, 2) A futuristic look and feel that is strong, striking, and sentient, and 3) Pure entertainment, be it on the track or on the street. Features like the newly-shaped LED position lights give the front face a glaring appearance.

 
7)Quick Shift System (QSS) for smooth upshifts (optional)
A Quick Shift System (QSS) is now optionally available to help provide fast, smooth upshifts. When the switch positioned on the shift lever rod detects motion at the gearshift pedal, it adjusts engine output according to ECU calculations and instantly cancels out the drive torque of the engaged gear to promote a swifter shifting of gears. It is the same mechanism used on the current YZF-R1.

Features Adopted from Current Model

*Forged Aluminum Pistons
*Titanium Intake/Exhaust Valves
*Air Induction System and Yamaha Chip Controlled Intake (YCC-I)
*Twin-injector Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle (YCC-T) 
*Slipper Clutch/6-speed Cross Ratio
*Magnesium Head and Case Covers
*EXUP Exhaust Valves/Titanium Exhaust
*Aluminum Frame (Delta Box)
*Aluminum Swing Arm

2017 YZF-R6 Team Yamaha Blue

2017 YZF-R6 Matte Black

2017 YZF-R6 Intensity White/Matte Silver

Specifications of 2017 YZF-R6 U.S.A Model

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