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exceptional: this little ball of nerves has turned the world of 600 super sports bikes upside down. With its compact size, racing bike looks, over 100 horsepower and 169 kilos, do you think you're reading a competition bike specification sheet? You'd be right, but this is one crazy bike, and you can find it at your local dealer. With an ultra-quick front end, insane braking, an engine that's dramatically hollow at the bottom and super-powerful at the top (watts surging furiously at 10,000 rpm), the R6 is dynamite. With no concessions: the duo, the freeway and the secondary roads with dubious surfaces will take you to purgatory. It's pure sport! Once set just right, the suspension proves comfortable but above all highly effective. Once up to speed, the mill pushes so hard that the front end jiggles more than it should on the rougher roads. It's all about knife-edge trajectories and sharp angles, and don't be afraid to put your knee out and wiggle to make the machine turn. The R6 is more than just a tool: it's a true pistarde that's a real pleasure to ride.

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Published on 1/18/21
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Key facts Yamaha YZF-R6 600 (2002) : What you need to know before you buy

Highlights

Motor that sends
Radical behavior
Look d'enfer

Weak points

Hollow motor
Null protection
Demanding chassis

Prices

	Basic version
France	9,600€

Bikers' reviews

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Model sold in 2001 2002

Performance

Max speed : approximately 250 km/h (155.30 mph)
0-100 km/h acceleration : 3.40 s

History

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Specifications Yamaha YZF-R6 600 2002

Chassis: Frame : double-spar alu deltabox; Fuel capacity : 17 liters (4.49 US gallons); Seat height : 820 mm (32.28 in); Length : 2,057 mm (80.98 in); Width : 701 mm (27.60 in); Min height : 1,122 mm (44.17 in); Wheelbase : 1,380 mm (54.33 in); Dry weight : 169 kg (373 lb); Weight when fully loaded : 195 kg (430 lb)

Front axle: Telehydraulic fork Ø 43 mm, Wheel travel : 130 mm (5.12 in); Braking 2 discs Ø 295 mm (11.61 in), 4-piston caliper; Front tire : 120 / 60 - 17 → Order this type of tire

Transmission: 6 stage gearbox; Secondary by chain

Rear axle: Mono-damper, Wheel travel : 120 mm (4.72 in); Braking 1 disc Ø 220 mm (8.66 in), 2-piston caliper; Rear tire : 180 / 55 - 17 → Order this type of tire

Motor: 4 cylinders online , 4 strokes; 4 carburetors Ø 37 mm; Cooling system : liquid; 2 ACT; 4 valves per cylinder; 599 cc; 120 ch (118.30 hp) to 13,000 rpm; 6.90 mkg to 11,500 rpm; Power-to-weight ratio : 1.43 kg/ch; Weight / torque ratio : 24.49 kg/mkg; Compression : 12.4:1

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Competitors

Honda CBR 600 FS 2002

Kawasaki ZX-6R 600 2002

Suzuki 600 GSX-R 2002

Triumph TT 600 2002

Ducati 748 2002

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Acceleration

Yamaha YZF-R6 600 2002 : 3.4 s

Honda CBR 600 FS 2002 Undisclosed

Kawasaki ZX-6R 600 2002 Undisclosed

Suzuki 600 GSX-R 2002 : 2.9 s

Triumph TT 600 2002 Undisclosed

Ducati 748 2002 Undisclosed

Fuel consumption

Yamaha YZF-R6 600 2002 Undisclosed

Honda CBR 600 FS 2002 Undisclosed

Kawasaki ZX-6R 600 2002 Undisclosed

Suzuki 600 GSX-R 2002 : 7.50 liters/100km (0.31 mpg)

Triumph TT 600 2002 : 5.30 liters/100km (0.44 mpg)

Ducati 748 2002 Undisclosed

Range

Yamaha YZF-R6 600 2002 Undisclosed

Honda CBR 600 FS 2002 Undisclosed

Kawasaki ZX-6R 600 2002 Undisclosed

Suzuki 600 GSX-R 2002 : 240 km (149 miles)

Triumph TT 600 2002 : 340 km (211 miles)

Ducati 748 2002 Undisclosed

Torque

Yamaha YZF-R6 600 2002 : 6.9 mkg

Honda CBR 600 FS 2002 : 6.6 mkg

Kawasaki ZX-6R 600 2002 : 6.5 mkg

Suzuki 600 GSX-R 2002 : 6.9 mkg

Triumph TT 600 2002 : 6.9 mkg

Ducati 748 2002 : 7.5 mkg

Power

Yamaha YZF-R6 600 2002 : 120 ch (118.30 hp)

Honda CBR 600 FS 2002 : 110 ch (108.50 hp)

Kawasaki ZX-6R 600 2002 : 112 ch (110.50 hp)

Suzuki 600 GSX-R 2002 : 115 ch (113.40 hp)

Triumph TT 600 2002 : 110 ch (108.50 hp)

Ducati 748 2002 : 97 ch (95.70 hp)

Power-to-Weight ratio

Yamaha YZF-R6 600 2002 : 1.43 kg/ch

Honda CBR 600 FS 2002 : 1.56 kg/ch

Kawasaki ZX-6R 600 2002 : 1.55 kg/ch

Suzuki 600 GSX-R 2002 : 1.44 kg/ch

Triumph TT 600 2002 : 1.57 kg/ch

Ducati 748 2002 : 2.05 kg/ch

Torque-to-Weight ratio

Yamaha YZF-R6 600 2002 : 24.49 kg/mkg

Honda CBR 600 FS 2002 : 25.61 kg/mkg

Kawasaki ZX-6R 600 2002 : 26.31 kg/mkg

Suzuki 600 GSX-R 2002 : 23.62 kg/mkg

Triumph TT 600 2002 : 24.64 kg/mkg

Ducati 748 2002 : 26.13 kg/mkg

Speed

Yamaha YZF-R6 600 2002 : approximately 250 km/h (155.30 mph)

Honda CBR 600 FS 2002 : over 250 km/h (155.30 mph)

Kawasaki ZX-6R 600 2002 : over 250 km/h (155.30 mph)

Suzuki 600 GSX-R 2002 : approximately 260 km/h (161.60 mph)

Triumph TT 600 2002 : approximately 250 km/h (155.30 mph)

Ducati 748 2002 : approximately 245 km/h (152.20 mph)

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Speedometer for the 2002 Yamaha YZF R6

Juan carlos Model 2002

Hello, could someone tell me where I can buy a gear indicator for a 2002 Yamaha YZF R6? I’ve already bought one: it lights up, but the pairing process won’t start and I can’t configure the gears... Thanks in advance. Best regards 06/06/2026 10:12 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Juan carlos

La yen44 Model 2001

A real bomb, the r6 deltabox 2 works hard for a 600 10/01/2015 09:20 Rating : 5/5 Respond to La yen44

R6 - coupure a partir de 4000 tours

lcsbauer8866 Model 2001

hello, I own a 2001
and only in second gear, from 4000 and above it cuts out, but continues to accelerate, then cuts out at 4500 and so on, complete overhaul, spark plug changed, air filter changed, ....... backup, 3 mecanos and still the problem
05/13/2015 18:32 Rating : 5/5 Respond to lcsbauer8866

yvan

Outage ??? If the ignition is bad (check the coils or antiparasitic), you can diagnose it by "explosions" at the pot outlet when the spark leaves and returns all at once. Or a crushed hose somewhere (gasoline; air venting....)
Carburetor adjustment or a clogged nozzle...) If it can give you some leads...
@ more 05/27/2015 20:38 Rating : 5/5 Participate in the conversation

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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the YZF-R6 600 2002

What is the power of the YZF-R6 600?: The YZF-R6 600 2002 develops a power of 120 ch (118.30 hp)
What is the torque of the YZF-R6 600?: The maximum torque of the YZF-R6 600 2002 is 6.90 mkg to 11,500 rpm.
What is the maximum speed of the YZF-R6 600?: The YZF-R6 600 2002 is capable of reaching a top speed of approximately 250 km/h (155.30 mph) on the track.
What is the weight of the YZF-R6 600?: The YZF-R6 600 2002 has a a dry weight of 169 kg (373 lb), a weight when fully loaded of 195 kg (430 lb).
QWhat is the seat height of the YZF-R6 600?: To ensure good accessibility, the YZF-R6 600 2002 offers a minimum seat height of 820 mm (32.28 in).
What is the price of the YZF-R6 600?: The price of the YZF-R6 600 2002 is 9,600€ in France
What size tires should I put on my YZF-R6 600?: The standard size for a YZF-R6 600 2002 is 120 / 60 - 17 for the front, and 180 / 55 - 17 for the rear.

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