Yamaha YZF-R6

Yamaha YZF-R6

The 1999 Yamaha YZF-R6 is a stylish and Supersport motorcycle with Water cooled, 599cc, Inline-4 and 119.1 HP (87.6 kW) @ 13000 rpm.

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Model year
1999
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Make
Yamaha
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Engine Power
119.1 HP (87.6 kW) @ 13000 rpm
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Top Speed
155.34 mph

Technical Specifications

Engine and transmission

  • Engine type:
    4 cylinders, 4-stroke, Inline
  • Displacement:
    599 cc (36.6 cubic inches)
  • Bore × stroke:
    2.58 inch × 1.75 inch (oversquare - shortstroke)
  • Cooling system:
    Water cooled
  • Power:
    119.1 HP (87.6 kW) @ 13000 rpm
  • Torque:
    68 Nm (50.15 lb-ft) @ 11500 rpm
  • Throttle:
    Cable operated
  • Valves per cylinder:
    4
  • Sparks per cylinder:
    1
  • Ignition type:
    Digital CDI
  • Compression:
    12.4:1
  • Engine mounting:
    Transverse
  • Lubrication system:
    Wet sump
  • Gear box:
    Manual 6-speed
  • Clutch:
    Wet, cable operated
  • Final drive:
    Chain
  • Spark plug pipe type:
    NGK, CR10EK
  • Motor oil:
    10W/30
  • Starter:
    Electric

Dimensions

  • Wheel base:
    54.3 inch
  • Seat height:
    32.3 inch
  • Curb weight:
    429.9 lbs

Chassis and suspension

  • Front
    Suspension:
    Cartridge - upside-down
    Suspension travel:
    5.12 inch
    Fork angle:
    25°
    Brake:
    Twin Disk, Ø11.61 inch
    Tire:
    120 / 60 R17 ZR
    Tire pressure:
    0.17 PSI
  • Rear
    Suspension:
    mono shock, Swingarm
    Suspension travel:
    4.72 inch
    Brake:
    Disk, Ø8.66 inch
    Tire:
    180 / 55 R17 ZR
    Tire pressure:
    0.17 PSI, with pillion: 0.2 PSI withpilion
  • Frame type:
    aluminium, twin spar

Other

  • ABS available:
    No
  • Power-to-weight ratio:
    0.45 KW/lbs (2.23 lbs/HP)
  • Acceleration (0-60 mph):
    3.4 sec
  • Top speed:
    155.34 mph
  • Fuel capacity:
    4.49 gals
  • Number of riders:
    2 persons

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