Yamaha has finally unveiled the 2017 model of YZF-R6 sportbike at the AIMExpo in Orlando, Florida. As expected, the design of 2017 YZF-R6 is heavily inspired from the recently updated YZF-R1 superbike. 2017 Yamaha R6 is powered by the same 599cc liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, forward-inclined parallel 4-cylinder engine, which is mated to a 6-speed gearbox.
Yamaha has not yet revealed the exact power and torque figures for the new model. The last generation model of R6 develops maximum power of 122 Bhp @ 14500 rpm with maximum torque of 65.7 Nm @ 10500 rpm. As of now, it is not clear what would the improvements in terms of power and torque generated by the 2017 model.
New Yamaha R6 now comes equipped with riding modes via ride-by-wire, revised suspension package, ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), traction control, and an optional quickshifter. According to Yamaha, the fairing of new R6 has the most aerodynamic design ever, reducing its drag coefficient by 8% in comparison to the last generation model.
2017 Yamaha YZF-R6 Officially Unleashed!
Key Features of 2017 Yamaha YZF-R6
- YZF-R6 with next generation R-series design
- Aggressive face with dual LED position lights
- Aerodynamically efficient front cowl and screen
- 6-position switchable TCS
- Quick Shift System for clutchless upshifts
- YCC-T, YCC-I, ABS and D-Mode
- YZF-R1 type 43mm front forks
- Dual 320mm front discs with radial calipers
- Enhanced riding position for increased control
- Slimline CF die cast magnesium rear subframe
- Lightweight 17-litre aluminium fuel tank
- 599cc, inline, 4-cylinder, 4-valve, DOHC engine
Price of 2017 Yamaha YZF-R6 in the USA
- $12,199 – Matte Black
- $12,199 – Team Yamaha Blue
- $12,199 – Intensity White/Matte Silver
* Available from March, 2017 in the US Market
As of now, Yamaha has not announced anything regarding the launch of 2017 model of R6 in India. If launched in India, it would be the first 600cc SuperSport motorcycle to go on-sale in India, expected price for India would be above INR 12 lakhs (ex-showroom). The key rivals of Yamaha R6 are Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R, Suzuki GSX-R600, and Honda CBR600RR.
Complete Technical Specs of 2017 R6:
http://autos.maxabout.com/bikes/yamaha/r6
Official Video of 2017 Yamaha YZF-R6
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rITV1NlSGZQ
Official Photos of 2017 Yamaha YZF-R6
