2017 Yamaha YZF-R6

13 October 2016

Words: AMCN

Photos: AMCN

With its new aggressive styling, and incorporating technologies, such as the front suspension and front brakes from the latest YZF-R1, the YZF-R6 now features a lightweight aluminium fuel tank, slimmer rear subframe with newly designed single seat, Traction Control System (TCS), Quick Shift System (QSS), D-Mode and ABS.

The new YZF-R6 is set to take supersport race track performance to a higher level.

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