Talking about the new R6, it is totally inspired from their flagship model YZF-R1 and the Moto GP sibling the M1. The new centrally forced air intake and the twin LED headlamps, placed on either side of the intake duct are spot on features adopted from M1. The futuristic styling of new R6 is nothing but the part of next generation Yamaha R series styling. The side indicators are incorporated with rear view mirrors to minimize the drag and air turbulence. According to them it is their most aerodynamically built R6. The company claims to have 8% improvement on the aerodynamics with the new front cowl and windscreen. The new rider seat and even narrower rear subframe from the previous model will allow the rider to tuck in more closer to the fuel tank providing improved aerodynamics and also allowing the driver to get both feet on the floor much easier.
It uses the iconic 599cc, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 4-cylinder engine with a DOHC system. 6-speed constant mesh transmission box is used to transmit the engine output. The quickshift mechanism also enables clutchless gear upshifts for a faster throttle. Another main attraction of 2017 R6 is the newly designed sculpted shape tank manufactured from aluminium. A special Cold Metal Transfer welding technology is used to obtain the sculpted shape which combines robots and highly skilled welders.
The new Yamaha R6 is packed with advanced electronics features like advanced Traction Control System with 6 levels of intervention which can be adjusted using a switch on handle bars. The new instrument cluster panel has analogue style tachometer and digital speedometer with multi function display units. Like the older models, Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle and Yamaha Chip Controlled Intake is also featured in the new R6.
Adding more flavours on to it, there is a new KYB upside down forks from the YZF-R1. To provide good handling experience, the new forks can be fully adjusted according to the rider preference. Dual 320mm discs with aluminium 4-pot opposed piston calipers deals with the braking department of new R6.
Surely, Yamaha succeed in bringing out the M1 styling to their new R6 in many ways. R6 features Race Blue and Tech Black colors and will be available from April 2017. But the black variant lacks the extra aggressive looks from the Race Blue.
