For the 2008 model year, the Yamaha YZF-R6 R46 motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 366 lb (166 kg).
Yamaha YZF-R6 R46 weight overview
This is middleweight territory: substantial enough to feel planted, but still well short of heavyweight touring and large-cruiser mass. The comparison uses dry weight because a usable wet/running figure was not supplied, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will be heavier.
Middleweight Motorcycle
How heavy is the Yamaha YZF-R6 R46?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Yamaha YZF-R6 R46 is heavier than about 62.5% of 12 Yamaha sport bikes with compatible weight data.
Dry weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Yamaha YZF-R6 R46 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2008 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 366 lb (166 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 599 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 4.6 US gal (17.41 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 28.6 lb (13 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.64 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 61.1 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 7.8% |
| Weight with full tank | 394.6 lb (179 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha YZF-R6 R46 weight FAQ
How much does the Yamaha YZF-R6 R46 weigh?
The source data gives 366 lb (166 kg) as dry weight. A fueled, road-ready bike will weigh more than this figure.
How does the Yamaha YZF-R6 R46 weight compare with similar Yamahas?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 62nd percentile for weight among 12 compatible Yamaha sport bikes.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Yamaha YZF-R6 R46?
A full tank works out to about 28.6 lb (13 kg) from the listed 4.6 US gal (17.41 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Yamaha YZF-R6 R46 weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 546 lb (247.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative dry weight used on this page.
How much heavier will the Yamaha YZF-R6 R46 be than its dry weight?
Do not treat dry weight as curb weight. Adding the listed fuel capacity alone produces roughly 394.6 lb (179 kg); the true ready-to-ride figure can still differ because dry-weight definitions vary.
What is the Yamaha YZF-R6 R46 full-tank weight estimate?
Based on the available dry-weight and tank-capacity data, a full-tank estimate is 394.6 lb (179 kg). Oil, coolant and market-specific equipment can still make actual ready-to-ride weight different.
What is the Yamaha YZF-R6 R46 displacement per pound?
The model has about 1.64 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
What is the Yamaha YZF-R6 R46 weight difference versus the category median?
The representative dry weight is about 38.6 lb (17.5 kg) heavier than the median Yamaha sport bike weight of 327.4 lb (148.5 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Yamaha YZF-R6 R46 easy to move around by hand?
The number is manageable for a road bike, but you still notice it when parking, making tight low-speed turns or catching a lean. On the move, chassis balance can make it feel lighter than the scale suggests.
Motorcycle specifications can vary by model year, market, equipment and the exact dry/curb-weight definition. Calculated fuel-weight and ratio figures on this page are estimates derived from the supplied specifications. Confirm critical figures in the owner’s manual or on the official Yamaha Motorsports website.