Yamaha Yzf-r6s
The Yamaha YZF-R6S was introduced in 2006 as a more road-friendly, emissions-compliant variant of the YZF-R6, primarily targeting the North American market where stricter regulations made the standard R6 difficult to sell. It retained the core supersport styling and chassis of the R6 but used a slightly detuned engine with revised fuel mapping and exhaust to meet emissions standards. Production ran through 2009, making it a notable transitional model that bridged aggressive supersport performance with everyday rideability.
110 hp
Power
66 Nm
Torque
191 kg
Weight
255 km/h
Top Speed
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fuel
Faired
Body
What Buyers Should Know
Watch the Throttle Bodies
The R6S can develop rough idle and hesitation due to dirty or out-of-sync throttle bodies. Regular synchronization every 12,000–15,000 miles keeps fueling smooth and prevents costly issues.
Solid Resale Value
As a carbureted or fuel-injected variant of Yamaha's legendary R6 platform, the R6S holds its value well among sport bike buyers. Clean, low-mileage examples remain desirable and rarely depreciate sharply.
Street-Tuned Engine Advantage
Unlike the track-focused R6, the R6S is detuned slightly for better low-to-mid range torque, making it more forgiving and livable for daily riding. This also means less mechanical stress and longer engine longevity with proper maintenance.
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