The Yamaha R6 GYTR motorcycle specifications include a 599 cc (36.55 cu in) engine, power of 116.8 hp (85.3 kW) @ 14,500 rpm, a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 190 kg (418.9 lb).
Key specifications
The 2022 model is treated as the standard specification. Only later model years with a different supplied value are shown below.
How the Yamaha R6 GYTR compares
This compares the motorcycle with all Yamaha models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the Yamaha database average.
About 119% higher than the Yamaha database average. Around the 91st percentile across Yamaha models.
About 9% higher than the Yamaha database average. Around the 61st percentile across Yamaha models.
Very close to the Yamaha database average. Around the 56th percentile across Yamaha models.
About 7% taller than the Yamaha database average. Around the 82nd percentile across Yamaha models.
About 30% larger than the Yamaha database average. Around the 73rd percentile across Yamaha models.
Yamaha database percentile rankings
Percentiles show where this motorcycle sits across the Yamaha specifications database. They are descriptive database rankings, not performance ratings.
116.8 hp — more powerful than about 91% of Yamaha models with power data.
599 cc — larger displacement than about 61% of Yamaha models.
190 kg — heavier than about 56% of Yamaha models, or lighter than about 44%.
850 mm — taller than about 82% of Yamaha models.
17 L — larger than about 73% of Yamaha fuel tanks in this database.
Dimensions compared with Yamaha average
Each measurement is compared with the average value across Yamaha models where that dimension is available.
2,040
2,082
Close to average.
695
823
16% below average.
1,150
1,172
Close to average.
1,405
1,416
Close to average.
850
793
7% above average.
130
181
28% below average.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 120/70-ZR17M/C |
|---|---|
| Rear tire size | 180/55-ZR17/C |
| Engine oil capacity | 3.40 L (3.59 US qt) |
| Estimated theoretical fuel range | 258 km |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 0.615 hp/kg |
| Power-to-weight | 614.7 hp/tonne |
| Specific power | 195.0 hp/L |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 1.58:1 (Oversquare) |
Model information
| Category | Sport |
|---|
Engine specifications
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 599 cc (36.55 cu in) |
| Power | 116.8 hp (85.3 kW) @ 14,500 rpm |
| Torque | 67.7 Nm (6.9 kgf-m or 49.9 ft.lbs) @ 10,500 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 67.0 x 42.5 mm (2.6 x 1.7 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 13.1:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Injection. Electronic injection |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Ignition | TCI |
| Starter | Electric |
| Lubrication | Wet sump |
| Oil capacity | 3.40 L (3.59 US qt) |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | Quick Shift System |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | Compact Deltebox, lightweight magnesium subframe |
|---|---|
| Front suspension | Telescopic fork, KYB 43mm |
| Rear suspension | Swingarm |
| Front wheel travel | 120 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 120 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Rake | 24.0° |
| Trail | 97 mm (3.8 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Double disc. Hydraulic |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic. |
| Front tire | 120/70-ZR17M/C |
| Rear tire | 180/55-ZR17/C |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 190 kg (418.9 lb) |
|---|---|
| Seat height | 850 mm (33.5 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,040 mm (80.3 inches) |
| Overall width | 695 mm (27.4 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,150 mm (45.3 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,405 mm (55.3 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 17.00 L (4.49 US gal) |
|---|---|
| Fuel consumption | 6.60 L/100 km (15.2 km/l or 35.64 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases | 153.1 CO 2 g/km. (CO2 – Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Emission details | Euro 4 |
Other specifications
| Color options | Primer white |
|---|---|
| Comments | GYTR racing parts. Windscreen. |
Disclaimer: Specifications may vary by market, trim, production date and optional equipment, and scraped or historical data can contain errors. Comparison and percentile values are calculated from Yamaha models in this specifications database. Always double-check important specifications against the motorcycle owner’s/service manual and official Yamaha information before relying on them. Visit the official Yamaha website.