Sportbikes
2008Yamaha YZF-R6S
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The 2008 Yamaha YZF-R6S is a middleweight sport bike built for agile, experienced riders seeking sharp handling and responsive performance. Its 600cc liquid-cooled inline-four engine delivers thrilling acceleration through a 6-speed transmission, while the compact chassis excels on technical roads and racetracks alike.
- Capacity
- 600.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 161.9 kg
- Seat height
- 820 mm
- Power
- 122.0 HP
What’s new for the 2008 Yamaha YZF-R6S
vs the 2007| Spec | 2007 | 2008 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 600.00 ccm (36.61 cubic inches) | 600.0 ccm (36.61 cubic inches) |
| Weight | 161.9 kg (357.0 pounds) | 161.9 kg (356.9 pounds) |
| Fuel capacity | 17.03 litres (4.50 gallons) | 17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons) |
| Front suspension | 43mm telescopic fork w/adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping | 43mm fork |
| Rear suspension | Single shock w/adjustable preload, compression, and rebound damping | Single shock |
| Wheelbase | 1,384 mm (54.5 inches) | 1379 mm (54.3 inches) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It is a track-focused sportbike (a carbureted-look, essentially R6-based model) designed primarily for canyon carving and circuit riding rather than everyday commuting.
- Built for
- Expect a screaming high-revving inline-four character that rewards precise inputs, hard braking, and commitment to corner speed over relaxed cruising.
- Not ideal for
- This is not the right bike for beginners, taller or larger riders seeking comfort, or anyone wanting a relaxed touring or two-up companion.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usEngine
- Capacity
- 600.0 ccm
- Power
- 122.0 HP
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.7536 HP/kg
- Bore x stroke
- 65.5 x 44.5 mm
- Compression
- 12.4:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Digital DC-CDI
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1379 mm
- Overall length
- 2024 mm
- Overall width
- 688 mm
- Overall height
- 1090 mm
- Seat height
- 820 mm
- Dry weight
- 161.9 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 17.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- 43mm fork
- Rear suspension
- Single shock
- Front wheel travel
- 119 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 119 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 24.0°
- Trail
- 86 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 298 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/60-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Raven, blue/white
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 600.00 ccm (36.61 cubic inches) | 600.00 ccm (36.61 cubic inches) | 600.00 ccm (36.61 cubic inches) | 600.00 ccm (36.61 cubic inches) |
| Dry weight | 161.9 kg (357.0 pounds) | 161.9 kg (357.0 pounds) | — | — |
| Seat height | 820 mm (32.3 inches) | 820 mm (32.3 inches) | 820 mm (32.3 inches) | 820 mm (32.3 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 17.03 litres (4.50 gallons) | 17.03 litres (4.50 gallons) | 17.03 litres (4.50 gallons) | 17.03 litres (4.50 gallons) |
| Color options | — | Raven, blue/white | Team Yamaha Blue/White, Raven | Team Yamaha Blue/White, Raven |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Yamaha YZF-R6S?
The 2008 Yamaha YZF-R6S has a Capacity of 600.0 ccm (36.61 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha YZF-R6S have?
The 2008 Yamaha YZF-R6S has a Power of 122.0 HP.
How many gears does the Yamaha YZF-R6S have?
The 2008 Yamaha YZF-R6S has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Yamaha YZF-R6S weigh?
The 2008 Yamaha YZF-R6S has a Dry weight of 161.9 kg (356.9 pounds).
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