Sportbikes
2002Yamaha YZF 600 R
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The 2002 Yamaha YZF 600 R is a comfortable sports tourer, also known as the Thundercat. Its liquid-cooled 599cc inline four makes 98 hp and 66 Nm through a six-speed gearbox and chain. An 840 mm seat, 221 kg wet weight and 19-litre tank make it a practical sports bike.
- Capacity
- 599.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 186.9 kg
- Seat height
- 840 mm
- Power
- 98.0 HP (72.1 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily for spirited road riding and trackday-style cornering rather than commuting or long-distance touring.
- Built for
- It rewards a rider who enjoys revving an in-line four hard through corners and values sharp, lightweight handling over plush comfort.
- Not ideal for
- It is not a good fit for new riders, taller comfort-seekers, or anyone wanting a relaxed all-day touring or off-road capable machine.
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
- 98.0 HP (72.1 kW)
- Torque
- 66.0 Nm (6.7 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- In-line four
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5243 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 62.0 x 49.6 mm
- Compression
- 12.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Digital TCI
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Mulit-plate
Performance
- Top speed
- 236.0 km/h (146.6 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1415 mm
- Overall length
- 2060 mm
- Overall width
- 724 mm
- Overall height
- 1191 mm
- Seat height
- 840 mm
- Dry weight
- 186.9 kg
- Wet weight
- 221.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 19.00 litres
- Front percentage of weight
- 48.5
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- 41mm telescopic fork w/adj. preload, compression and rebound damping
- Rear suspension
- Single shock w/piggyback reservoir and adj. preload, compression and rebound damping
- Front wheel travel
- 130 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.0°
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 298 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 245 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/60-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 160/60-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 | 2002 | 2003 | 2005 | 2007 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 599 cc | 599 cc | 599 cc | 599 cc | 599 cc | 599 cc |
| Dry weight | 187 kg | 187 kg | 187 kg | 187 kg | 187 kg | 189 kg |
| Seat height | 840 mm | 840 mm | 840 mm | 840 mm | 813 mm | 805 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 19 L | 19 L | 19 L | 19 L | 19 L | 18.9 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 600 R?
The 2002 Yamaha YZF 600 R has a Capacity of 599.0 ccm (36.55 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha YZF 600 R have?
The 2002 Yamaha YZF 600 R has a Power of 98.0 HP (72.1 kW).
How many gears does the Yamaha YZF 600 R have?
The 2002 Yamaha YZF 600 R has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Yamaha YZF 600 R?
The 2002 Yamaha YZF 600 R has a Torque of 66.0 Nm (6.7 kgf-m or 48.7 ft.lbs).
How much does the Yamaha YZF 600 R weigh?
The 2002 Yamaha YZF 600 R has a Dry weight of 186.9 kg (412.0 pounds).
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