What category is the 2021 Yamaha YZF-R6?

General information
Category	Sport
Model	Yamaha YZF-R6
Year	2021
Engine and Transmission Specifications
Greenhouse gases	129.9 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Fuel consumption	5.60 litres/100 km (17.9 km/l or 42.00 mpg)
Driveline	O-ring chain
Transmission type	Chain (final drive)
Gearbox	6-speed
Cooling system	Liquid
Lubrication system	Wet Sump
Ignition	TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition
Fuel control	Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Fuel system	Injection. Fuel Injection with YCC-T and YCC-I
Valves per Cylinder	4
Bore x Stroke	67.0 x 42.5 mm (2.6 x 1.7 inches)
Compression	13.1:1
Torque	67.5 Nm (6.9 kgf-m or 49.8 ft.lbs) @ 10500 RPM
Power	123.5 HP (90.1 kW) @ 14500 RPM
Engine details	Titanium valves
Engine type	In-line four, four-stroke
Capacity:	599.0 ccm (36.55 cubic inches)

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Rear brakes	Single disc. 220mm hydraulic disc; ABS
Diameter	320 mm (12.6 inches)
Front brakes	Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.
Rear tire	180/55-ZR17
Front tire	120/70-ZR17
Rear wheel travel	119 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear Suspension	Fully adjustable link Monocross
Front wheel travel	119 mm (4.7 inches)
Front Suspension	Fully adjustable 43mm inverted fork
Trail	97 mm (3.8 inches)
Rake (fork angle)	24.0°
Frame type	Deltabox aluminum frame. Magnesium subframe.
Physical measures and capacities
Oil capacity	2.60 litres (2.75 US quarts)
Fuel capacity	17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons)
Wheelbase	1375 mm (54.1 inches)
Ground clearance	130 mm (5.1 inches)
Overall width	695 mm (27.4 inches)
Overall length	2040 mm (80.3 inches)
Overall height	1150 mm (45.3 inches)
Seat height	850 mm (33.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	190.0 kg (418.9 pounds)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Comments	Traction control
Factory warranty	1 Year Limited Factory Warranty
Light	Dual LED position lights
Instruments	Multifunction digital and analog instrumentation features: programmable shift light, digital speedometer, analog tachometer, dual tripmeters with miles-on-reserve function, odometer, water temp gauge and lights for neutral, high beam, low fuel and turn signals.
Starter	Electric
Color options	Yamaha racing Blue, Black

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

123.5 hp

Peak Power

3.4s

0-60 mph

Best For

Track98%

City40%

Cornering97%

Daily Riding35%

Touring22%

Passenger18%

Rider Profile

Best For	Best for experienced riders; its peaky, high-revving nature and aggressive ergonomics punish beginners. Ideal for those with track or sport-riding background.
Purpose	A dedicated supersport built for carving canyons and lapping racetracks. It rewards precision and high revs over relaxed cruising or hauling gear.
Rider Fit	Aggressive committed riding position: tall 850mm seat, low clip-on bars, high rearsets. Compact and light at 190kg, but hard on wrists at low speed.
Character	A razor-sharp, screaming inline-four that lives above 10,000 rpm. Flickable, precise and thrilling on a smooth road or track, demanding but rewarding.
Not Ideal For	Not for beginners, commuters seeking comfort, two-up touring, or anyone wanting easy low-rev torque or long-distance ease.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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2021 Yamaha YZF-R6 Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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At 850mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with tip-toe one foot on the 2021 Yamaha YZF-R6, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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