2014 Yamaha YZF-600 R6 Race-Blu Special Edition

Make Model	Yamaha YZF 600 R6 Race-Blu Special Edition
Year	2014
Engine	Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.
Capacity	599 cc / 36.5 cu-in
Bore x Stroke	67 x 42.5 mm
Compression Ratio	13.1;1
Cooling System	Liquid cooled
Lubrication	Wet sump
Induction	41 mm Mikuni throttle body F.I.
Ignition	TCI (Transistor Controlled Ignition)
Starting	Electric
Max Power	94.9 kW / 129 hp @ 14500 rpm
Max Power Ram Air	99.6 kW / 135 hp @ 14500 rpm
Max Power	123.7 hp / 91 kW @ 14500 rpm
Max Torque	65.7 Nm / 6.6 kgf-m / 47.7 ft-lb @ 11500 rpm
Clutch	Multi-plate slipper clutch
Transmission	6 Speed
Final Drive	O-ring chain
Gear Ratio	1st 31/12 (2.583) / 2nd 32/16 (2.000) / 3rd 30/18 (1.667) / 4th 26/18 (1.444) / 5th 27/21 (1.286) / 6th 23/20 (1.150)
Frame	Deltabox aluminium frame with revised rigidity balance
Front Suspension	Fully adjustable 41 mm inverted cartridge fork,
Front Wheel Travel	115 mm / 4.5 in
Rear Suspension	Fully adjustable link Monocross; 4-way adjustable,
Rear Wheel Travel	119.4 mm / 4.7 in
Front Brakes	2x 310mm discs 4 piston calipers
Rear Brakes	Single 220mm disc 1 piston caliper
Front Tyre	120/70 ZR17
Rear Tyre	180/55 ZR17
Rake	24°
Trail	97 mm / 3.8 in
Dimensions	Length 2040mm / 80.3in Width 705mm / 27.8'in Height 1095mm / 43.1in
Wheelbase	1375 mm / 54.1 in
Ground Clearance	130 mm / 5.1 in
Seat Height	850 mm / 33.5 in
Wet Weight	189 kg / 415.8 lbs.
Fuel Capacity	17.5 Liters / 3.7 gal
Standing ¼ Mile	11.6 sec
Standing 0 - 100km	3.5 sec
Standing 0 - 150km	5.7 sec
Standing 0 - 200km	9.7 sec
Top Speed	256.9 km/h

There are no updates for the 2014 Race-Blu R1 and R6 except for colors, and the Race-Blu models be only for the European market.

Like last year, the 2014eRace Blu color scheme is inspired by the color of Yamaha’s factory MotoGP team and its YZR-M1 prototype. The 2014 Race Blu livery is almost like a reverse of last year’s livery, with a heavier emphasis on dark metallic gray with the Yamaha blue serving as highlights. Also new are a number of blue anodized components such as blue forks on certain models.

Motociclismo Review

Back in 2005, the Yamaha YZF-R6 was the first Japanese sportsbike to be fitted with a short, compact exhaust system mounted on one side of bike rather than under the seat. For 2010, this exhaust system has grown in length, probably in order to allow the bike to comply with new noise and emissions regulations. And while it’s now quieter, the rest of the machine remains the same – sharp as a knife.

According to Yamaha, the R6’s engine has been revised for better power delivery at lower revs. Indeed, because of the new exhaust, air filter and fuel-injection mapping, the new R6 actually has 5bhp less than its predecessor. It’s also a bit slower, taking 9.8 seconds for the zero to 200km/h sprint, while the 2009 bike used to do it in 9.7 seconds. Of course, on the street this difference in performance is barely noticeable.

In terms of handling, the 2010 R6 remains agile as ever and makes you feel like a real racer on your favourite stretch of twisty road. On smooth surfaces, the bike’s very firm suspension works well, but the handling tends to deteriorate on bumpy roads, with the rear end bouncing around a fair bit. The brakes, however, with a four-piston calliper set-up at the front, remain as good as ever.

In conclusion, the 2010 Yamaha YZF-R6 remains one of the most technologically advanced supersport machines. Its engine is still explosive and with its excellent chassis, the little Yamaha is simply an incredible ride. The riding position is a bit too extreme for the street and clutch feel could have been improved, but the bike is certainly less noisy and more civilized than the 2009 model, making it more suitable for everyday use. And for that, we must applaud Yamaha…

Source Motociclismo