2001Yamaha YZF-R6

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The 2001 Yamaha YZF-R6 is a middleweight supersport designed for experienced riders seeking razor-sharp handling and aggressive performance. Its potent 598cc inline-four engine delivers 120 horsepower with exceptional agility, making it ideal for track days and spirited road riding. Known for its lightweight chassis and precise steering, the R6 set the standard for middleweight sportbikes of its era.

Capacity: 598.0 ccm
Engine: In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 167.5 kg
Seat height: 820 mm
Power: 120.0 HP (88.3 kW) @ 13000 RPM

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What’s new for the 2001 Yamaha YZF-R6

vs the 2000

Spec	2000	2001
Engine capacity	599.0 ccm (36.55 cubic inches)	598.0 ccm (36.49 cubic inches)
Top speed	260.0 km/h (161.6 mph)	250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
Dry weight	169.0 kg (372.6 pounds)	167.5 kg (369.3 pounds)

Other years 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail2%

Cornering97%

City riding40%

Daily riding35%

Touring22%

Two-up18%

Track98%

Best for: A dedicated supersport built for carving canyons and lapping racetracks. It rewards precision and high revs over relaxed cruising or hauling gear.
Built for: A razor-sharp, screaming inline-four that lives above 10,000 rpm. Flickable, precise and thrilling on a smooth road or track, demanding but rewarding.
Not ideal for: Not for beginners, commuters seeking comfort, two-up touring, or anyone wanting easy low-rev torque or long-distance ease.

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Your height

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At 820mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2001 Yamaha YZF-R6, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 598.0 ccm
Power: 120.0 HP (88.3 kW) @ 13000 RPM
Torque: 68.0 Nm (6.9 kgf-m)
Engine type: In-line four, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.7164 HP/kg
Bore x stroke: 65.5 x 44.4 mm
Compression: 12.4:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Digital DC-CDI
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Wet sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet multiple-disc coil spring

Performance

Top speed: 250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
0-60 mph: 3.00 seconds
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 3.20 seconds

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1380 mm
Overall length: 2025 mm
Overall width: 690 mm
Overall height: 1105 mm
Seat height: 820 mm
Dry weight: 167.5 kg
Wet weight: 191.4 kg
Fuel capacity: 17.00 litres
Ground clearance: 135 mm
Oil capacity: 3.40 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Deltabox aluminum
Front suspension: Telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Swingarm (Link suspension)
Front wheel travel: 130 mm
Rear wheel travel: 120 mm
Rake (fork angle): 24.5°
Trail: 94 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Dual 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

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	1999	2001	2005	2011	2016	2022
Capacity	599.00 ccm (36.55 cubic inches)	598.00 ccm (36.49 cubic inches)	600.00 ccm (36.61 cubic inches)	599.00 ccm (36.55 cubic inches)	—	599.0 ccm (36.55 cubic inches)
Dry weight	—	167.5 kg (369.3 pounds)	161.9 kg (357.0 pounds)	—	—	—
Seat height	820 mm (32.3 inches)	820 mm (32.3 inches)	820 mm (32.3 inches)	851 mm (33.5 inches)	851 mm (33.5 inches)	850 mm (33.5 inches)
Fuel capacity	17.00 litres (4.49 gallons)	17.00 litres (4.49 gallons)	4.50 litres (1.19 gallons)	17.03 litres (4.50 gallons)	17.03 litres (4.50 gallons)	17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons)
Color options	—	—	Team Yamaha Blue/White, Rapid Red: Raven	Candy Red/Raven, Raven, Team Yamaha Blue/White	Team Yamaha Blue/Matte Silver, 60th Anniversary Yellow, Matte Gray	Yamaha racing Blue, ivid Orange/Matte Raven Black, Raven