2014 Yamaha YZF-R6 vs 2026 KTM 990 RC-R

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2014 Yamaha YZF-R6 2014 Yamaha YZF-R6

Sport

Engine
Titanium valves
Power
N/A
Top Speed
74.6 mph
Weight
417.0 pounds
2026 KTM 990 RC-R 2026 KTM 990 RC-R

Sport

Engine
Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder
Power
128.2 hp / 94.3 kW @ 9500 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
195 kg 430 lbs
Full Specifications
General
CommentsRemovable rear shock spacer and adjustable fork ride height allows the rider to tailor the ride position for the best fit and comfort.-
Year-2026
ColoursTeam Yamaha Blue/White, Matte Gray, Rapid Red/Pearl White-
Make Model-KTM 990 RC-R
Warranty1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty)-
Dimensions
Length (mm)2,040 mm-
Length (in.)80.3 inches-
Height (mm)1,095 mm-
Height (in.)43.1 inches-
Seat Height (in.)33.5 inches-
Seat Height (mm)851 mm-
StorageBoot for integral helmet-
Wheelbase (in.)54.1 inches-
Wheelbase (mm)1,374 mm-
Width (in.)27.8 inches-
Width (mm)706 mm-
Seat Height851 mm / 33.5 in.845 mm / 33.3 in
Wheelbase1,374 mm / 54.1 in.1481 mm / 58.3 in
Ground Clearance-163 mm / 6.4 in
Height1,095 mm / 43.1 in.-
Length2,040 mm / 80.3 in.-
Width706 mm / 27.8 in.-
Weights & Capacities
Wet Weight (lbs.)417.0 pounds-
Wet Weight (kg)189.2 kg195
Oil Capacity (Quarts)0.17 quarts-
Oil Capacity (l)2.60 litres-
Dry Weight (kg)59-
Dry Weight (lbs.)130.1 pounds-
Fuel Capacity (gal.)4.50 gallons-
Fuel Capacity (l)17.03 litres-
Dry Weight59 kg / 130.1 lbs-
Fuel Capacity17.03 litres / 4.50 gallons15.7 litres / 4.1 US gal
Wet Weight189.2 kg / 417.0 lbs195 kg 430 lbs
Performance
Top Speed (mph.)74.6 mph-
Top Speed (km/h)120.0 km/h-
Top Speed120.0 km/h / 74.6 mph-
Acceleration (0-100 km/h)6.000 seconds-
Max Power-128.2 hp / 94.3 kW @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque-103 Nm / 75.9 lb-ft @ 6750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio0.1819 HP/kg-
Engine
Bore x Stroke (in,)2.6 x 1.7 inches-
Bore x Stroke (mm)67.0 x 42.5 mm-
CO2136.4 CO-
Displacement (cc)599.00 cc-
Displacement (ci)36.55 cubic inches-
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke-
Fuel ControlDOHC-
Displacement-947 cc / 57.8 cu-in
Engine DetailTitanium valvesFour stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder
Fuel SystemInjection. Fuel Injection with YCC-T and YCC-I-
Bore x Stroke-92.5 x 70.4 mm
Compression Ratio13.1:113.5:1
Cooling System-Liquid cooled with water/oil heat exchanger
EmissionsNo direct emissionEURO 5+
Engine Management-Bosch EMS with RBW
Fuel Consumption5.88 litres/100 km (17.0 km/l or 40.00 mpg)-
Fuel Induction-46mm DKK Dellorto throttle body
IgnitionTCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition-
Lubrication-Forced oil lubrication with 2 oil pumps
StarterElectricElectric
Drivetrain
ClutchNo clutchPASC slipper clutch, cable operated
Final DriveChainChain 520 X-ring, 16:43
Gearbox6-speed-
Primary DriveO-ring chain42:76
Transmission / Drive-6-Speed
Chassis
Trail (in.)3.8 inches-
Trail (mm)97 mm-
Wheel Travel - Front (in.)4.0 inches-
Wheel Travel - Front (mm)102 mm-
Wheel Travel - Rear (in.)4.0 inches-
Wheel Travel - Rear (mm)102 mm-
Frame TypeDeltabox® aluminum frame. Magnesium subframe.Chromium-Molybdenum-Steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder coated
Suspension - Front41mm inverted forkWP APEX 48, open cartridge, compression & rebound (30 Clicks), preload (3 clicks)
Suspension - RearSingle shockWP APEX - Monoshock, compression high-speed (3 turns) low-speed (30 clicks), rebound (30 clicks), preload (10 turns)
Rake24.0°-
Seat2 people seat-
Trail97 mm / 3.8 in.-
Wheel Travel - Front102 mm / 4.0 in.147 mm / 5.8 in
Wheel Travel - Rear102 mm / 4.0 in.134 mm / 5.3 in
Electrical Systems
InstrumentationMultifunction digital and analog instrumentation features: programmable shift light, digital speedometer, analog tachometer, dual tripmeters with miles-on-reserve function, odometer, water temp gauge and lights for neutral, high beam, low fuel and turn si-
Lighting systemLED lights-
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front Diameter (in.)12.2 inches-
Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm)220 mm-
Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.)8.7 inches-
Brakes - Front Diameter (mm)310 mm-
Brakes - FrontDouble disc. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.2 x 320mm discs, radially mounted 4 piston caliper
Brakes - RearSingle disc. Single-piston caliper.Single 240 mm disc, single piston caliper
ABS-Standard
Tyres - Front100/80-10120/70-ZR 17
Tyres - Rear130/60-13180/55-ZR 17
Wheels-Cast aluminium
Wheels - Front-3.5 x 17
Wheels - Rear-5.5 x 17