For the 2012 model year, the Yamaha YZF-R6 WGP 50th Anniversary motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 416.7 lb (189 kg).
Yamaha YZF-R6 WGP 50th Anniversary weight overview
This is middleweight territory: substantial enough to feel planted, but still well short of heavyweight touring and large-cruiser mass.
Middleweight Motorcycle
How heavy is the Yamaha YZF-R6 WGP 50th Anniversary?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha YZF-R6 WGP 50th Anniversary is heavier than about 53.6% of 83 Yamaha sport bikes with compatible weight data.
Ready-to-ride weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Yamaha YZF-R6 WGP 50th Anniversary weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2012 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 416.7 lb (189 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 599 cc |
| Torque | 48.5 lb-ft (65.7 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.5 US gal (17.03 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 28 lb (12.7 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 11.63 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 1.44 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 69.6 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 6.7% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha YZF-R6 WGP 50th Anniversary weight FAQ
How much does the Yamaha YZF-R6 WGP 50th Anniversary weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 416.7 lb (189 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Yamaha YZF-R6 WGP 50th Anniversary weight compare with similar Yamahas?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 54th percentile for weight among 83 compatible Yamaha sport bikes.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Yamaha YZF-R6 WGP 50th Anniversary?
A full tank works out to about 28 lb (12.7 kg) from the listed 4.5 US gal (17.03 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Yamaha YZF-R6 WGP 50th Anniversary weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 596.7 lb (270.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
How much of the Yamaha YZF-R6 WGP 50th Anniversary total weight comes from fuel?
Fuel accounts for roughly 6.7% of the available motorcycle weight figure. On lighter bikes that share can be surprisingly noticeable.
How does Yamaha YZF-R6 WGP 50th Anniversary torque compare with its weight?
Available data gives 11.63 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
What is the Yamaha YZF-R6 WGP 50th Anniversary engine-size-to-weight ratio?
The model has about 1.44 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
Is the Yamaha YZF-R6 WGP 50th Anniversary 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.