Across the 2022, 2023 and 2024 model years, the Yamaha R6 GYTR motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 418.9 lb (190 kg).
Yamaha R6 GYTR 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 R6 GYTR?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha R6 GYTR is heavier than about 56% 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 R6 GYTR weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2022, 2023, 2024 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 418.9 lb (190 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 599 cc |
| Power | 116.8 hp |
| Torque | 49.9 lb-ft (67.7 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.49 US gal (17 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 27.9 lb (12.7 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 27.88 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 3.59 lb / hp |
| Torque per 100 lb | 11.92 lb-ft / 100 lb |
| Displacement per pound | 1.43 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 69.9 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 6.7% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha R6 GYTR weight FAQ
How much does the Yamaha R6 GYTR weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 418.9 lb (190 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Yamaha R6 GYTR weight compare with similar Yamahas?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 56th percentile for weight among 83 compatible Yamaha sport bikes.
Are all Yamaha R6 GYTR model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 2022-2024 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Yamaha R6 GYTR?
A full tank works out to about 27.9 lb (12.7 kg) from the listed 4.49 US gal (17 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Yamaha R6 GYTR weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 598.9 lb (271.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
Is the Yamaha R6 GYTR strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 27.88 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 82nd percentile within the compatible Yamaha sport power-to-weight comparison.
How much torque does the Yamaha R6 GYTR have per 100 lb?
Available data gives 11.92 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 R6 GYTR displacement per pound?
The model has about 1.43 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 R6 GYTR weight difference versus the category median?
The representative wet weight is about 4.9 lb (2.2 kg) heavier than the median Yamaha sport bike weight of 414 lb (187.8 kg) in this dataset.
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.