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2001 Yamaha YZF-R6 specifications

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Technical specifications

Displacement598.0 ccm (36.49 cubic inches)
Engine typeIn-line four, four-stroke
Power120.0 HP (87.6 kW )) @ 13000 RPM
Torque68.0 Nm (6.9 kgf-m or 50.2 ft.lbs) @ 11500 RPM
Bore x stroke65.5 x 44.4 mm (2.6 x 1.7 inches)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel systemCarburettor
Cooling systemLiquid
Gearbox6-speed
Transmission typeChain (final drive)
Front brakesDual disc
Rear brakesSingle disc
Front tyre120/60-ZR17
Rear tyre180/55-ZR17
Dry weight167.5 kg (369.3 pounds)
Seat height820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Wheelbase1380 mm (54.3 inches)
Fuel capacity17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons)
Top speed250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)

Source: Bikez: YZF-R6, 2001. Retrieved 2026-09-19. Match confidence: exact.

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