Sportbikes
2012Yamaha YZF-R6
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The 2012 Yamaha YZF-R6 is a lightweight 599cc sport bike engineered for track-focused riders seeking razor-sharp handling and high-revving performance. Its titanium-valved inline-four engine delivers aggressive acceleration, while the compact chassis excels in aggressive cornering. Best known for its nimble maneuverability and screaming power delivery, the R6 remains the quintessential middleweight supersport.
- Capacity
- 599.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 166.0 kg
- Seat height
- 851 mm
- Power
- 122.0 HP (89.7 kW)
What’s new for the 2012 Yamaha YZF-R6
vs the 2011| Spec | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Torque | 65.7 Nm (6.7 kgf-m or 48.5 ft.lbs) @ 10500 RPM | 66.6 Nm (6.8 kgf-m or 49.1 ft.lbs) @ 10500 RPM |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Double disc. Floating disc; radial-mount 4-piston calipers |
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How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- 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.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 599.0 ccm
- Power
- 122.0 HP (89.7 kW)
- CO2 Emissions
- 136 CO2 g/km
- Torque
- 66.6 Nm (6.8 kgf-m) @ 10500 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 5.90 litres/100 km (16.9 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.7349 HP/kg
- Bore x stroke
- 67.0 x 42.5 mm
- Compression
- 13.1:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- TCI
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Multiplate slipper clutch
Performance
- Top speed
- 250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
- 0-60 mph
- 3.30 seconds
- 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)
- 3.50 seconds
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1374 mm
- Overall length
- 2040 mm
- Overall width
- 706 mm
- Overall height
- 1095 mm
- Seat height
- 851 mm
- Dry weight
- 166.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 189.2 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 17.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 130 mm
- Oil capacity
- 2.60 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- 41mm inverted fork
- Rear suspension
- Single shock
- Front wheel travel
- 102 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 102 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 24.0°
- Trail
- 97 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Floating disc; radial-mount 4-piston calipers
- Front brakes diameter
- 310 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Pearl White/Rapid Red, Pearl White/Candy Red, Raven, Team Yamaha Blue/White
- Warranty
- 12
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 | 2005 | 2011 | 2012 | 2016 | 2022 |
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| Capacity | 599 cc | 600 cc | 599 cc | 599 cc | 599 cc | 599 cc |
| Dry weight | 169 kg | 162 kg | 166 kg | 166 kg | 166 kg | 166 kg |
| Seat height | 820 mm | 820 mm | 851 mm | 851 mm | 851 mm | 850 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 17 L | 4.5 L | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Yamaha YZF-R6?
The 2012 Yamaha YZF-R6 has a Capacity of 599.0 ccm (36.55 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha YZF-R6 have?
The 2012 Yamaha YZF-R6 has a Power of 122.0 HP (89.7 kW).
How many gears does the Yamaha YZF-R6 have?
The 2012 Yamaha YZF-R6 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Yamaha YZF-R6?
The 2012 Yamaha YZF-R6 has a Torque of 66.6 Nm (6.8 kgf-m or 49.1 ft.lbs) @ 10500 RPM.
How much does the Yamaha YZF-R6 weigh?
The 2012 Yamaha YZF-R6 has a Dry weight of 166.0 kg (366.0 pounds).
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