2018 Yamaha YZF-R6 Specifications

Name: 2018 Yamaha YZF-R6
Brand: Yamaha

Sport • Specs last verified 13 July 2026

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2018 Yamaha YZF-R6 Overview

Yamaha YZF-R6 is a sport motorcycle. Power comes from an In-line four, four-stroke engine running Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) valve actuation, a compression ratio of 13.1:1. Bore and stroke come in at 67 x 42.5 mm. On the performance side, it delivers 67.50 Nm @ 10500 Revolutions of torque. On the road, the 2018 YZF-R6 tips the scales at 190.1 kg, carries a 17.03-litre fuel tank, offers a seat height of 851 mm and spans a 1,374 mm wheelbase. That's roughly 12.6 kg lighter than the average sport motorcycle in our database. The full 2018 Yamaha YZF-R6 spec sheet below covers every technical detail, from suspension travel to tyre sizes.

2018 YZF-R6 - Pros & Cons

Strengths

Fuel injection: Fuel injection means consistent cold starts and clean throttle response without the fussiness of a carbureted setup.

Considerations

Tall seat height: At 851 mm, shorter riders will likely be on tiptoes at a standstill - worth sitting on one before you buy.
Chain final drive upkeep: Budget time for routine chain maintenance - it's cheap to replace but needs consistent attention to avoid premature sprocket wear.

Wear Points & Servicing Notes

Fuelling & injector care

The fuel injection on the YZF-R6 needs little beyond good fuel and periodic use of an injector-cleaner additive - no jetting or float-bowl maintenance to worry about.

Valve clearance checks

With Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) valve gear, the YZF-R6 needs periodic clearance checks; caught early they're a cheap adjustment, left unchecked they accelerate valve seat wear.

Brake disc and pad wear

Braking up front comes from Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. - solid stopping power, with disc and pad wear best checked on the same schedule as tyre changes.

Suspension condition on used examples

The YZF-R6's suspension runs 43mm KYB® inverted fork, 3-way adjustable at the front. The rear uses KYB® piggyback shock, 4-way adjustable. Fork-seal condition and rear linkage play are the two things worth checking before buying used.

Final drive maintenance

The YZF-R6 uses chain final drive, which is cheap to replace but needs regular cleaning, lubrication and tension checks to get a full service life out of the sprockets.

Frame & chassis check

Built around a Deltabox aluminum frame. Magnesium subframe., the YZF-R6's chassis is straightforward to inspect: look for corrosion, cracks or repair welds around stress points like the head-stock and swingarm mounts.

YZF-R6 - Buying & Maintenance Guide

What to check before buying

Before handing over money for a used 2018 Yamaha YZF-R6, cover the fundamentals: service book and oil change history, chain and sprocket wear, and any sign of oil weeping around the casings. Cold-starting it yourself tells you a lot - a healthy YZF-R6 should catch quickly and settle into a smooth idle.

Oil and filter changes

Nothing protects a YZF-R6's engine like disciplined oil changes - stay on the manufacturer's schedule (roughly every 6,000 km or annually). The sump holds 2.60 litres, so budget for that volume of quality motorcycle-specific engine oil. Match the viscosity grade to what the owner's manual specifies, not what's cheapest.

Fuel system care

Fuel injection on the YZF-R6 needs little attention beyond decent fuel and an occasional system-cleaner additive. Anything left standing for three months or more should have its fuel drained and replaced before it varnishes the injectors.

Valve clearance service

Valve clearances are easy to overlook on a used YZF-R6 since a bike out of spec doesn't always feel obviously wrong - but the wear it causes is real. Ask the seller for documentation before assuming it's been done.

2018 Yamaha YZF-R6 - Frequently Asked Questions

What engine does the 2018 Yamaha YZF-R6 have?

The 2018 Yamaha YZF-R6 is powered by an In-line four, four-stroke engine.

How much does the 2018 Yamaha YZF-R6 weigh?

The 2018 Yamaha YZF-R6 weighs 190.1 kg. This is the manufacturer's wet figure.

How much power does the 2018 Yamaha YZF-R6 make?

The 2018 Yamaha YZF-R6 produces 67.50 Nm @ 10500 Revolutions of torque.

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2018 Yamaha YZF-R6?

The 2018 Yamaha YZF-R6 has a 17.03-litre fuel tank. At around 5-6 litres per 100 km, that is roughly 283-340 km between stops.

Is the 2018 Yamaha YZF-R6 suitable for shorter riders?

The 2018 Yamaha YZF-R6 has a seat height of 851 mm. This is towards the tall end of the spectrum and will require most riders under 175 cm to tiptoe at stops.

What brakes does the 2018 Yamaha YZF-R6 have?

The 2018 Yamaha YZF-R6 uses Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. at the front and Single disc. ABS. Single-piston caliper. at the rear.

What tyre sizes does the 2018 Yamaha YZF-R6 use?

The 2018 Yamaha YZF-R6 runs 120/70-ZR17 front and 180/55-ZR17 rear tyres. A good selection of sport, touring and all-weather rubber is available in these sizes.

How much oil does the 2018 Yamaha YZF-R6 take?

The 2018 Yamaha YZF-R6 takes 2.60 litres of engine oil at a full oil and filter change. Always verify against the dipstick or sight glass after filling.

Yamaha YZF-R6 Spec Evolution

The Yamaha YZF-R6 was produced across 23 model years (1999-2022). The table below highlights the key specifications that changed across the production run - useful whether you are comparing years or tracking down a specific variant.

Specification	1999	2000	2001	2002	2003	2004	2005	2006	2007	2008	2009	2010	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2022
Wet Weight	195.0 kg / 429.9 lbs	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	187.8 kg / 414.0 lbs	189.1 kg / 417.0 lbs	189.2 kg / 417.0 lbs	189.2 kg / 417.0 lbs	189.2 kg / 417.0 lbs	189.2 kg / 417.0 lbs	189.2 kg / 417.0 lbs	189.2 kg / 417.0 lbs	189.2 kg / 417.0 lbs	190.1 kg / 419.0 lbs	190.1 kg / 419.0 lbs	190.0 kg / 418.9 lbs	190.0 kg / 418.9 lbs
Dry Weight	-	169 kg / 372.6 lbs	167.5 kg / 369.3 lbs	168 kg / 370.4 lbs	162 kg / 357.1 lbs	162 kg / 357.1 lbs	161.9 kg / 357.0 lbs	161 kg / 354.9 lbs	161.9 kg / 357.0 lbs	166 kg / 366.0 lbs	-	-	-	-	210.5 kg / 464.1 lbs	59 kg / 130.1 lbs	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Engine Detail	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	Titanium intake valves	Titanium valves	Titanium valves	Titanium valves	Titanium valves	Titanium valves	Titanium valves	Titanium valves	Titanium valves	Titanium valves
Engine Type	In-line four	In-line four	In-line four	In-line four	In-line four	In-line four	In-line four	In-line four	In-line four	In-line four	In-line four	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke
Top Speed	250.0 km/h / 155.3 mph	260.0 km/h / 161.6 mph	250.0 km/h / 155.3 mph	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	120.0 km/h / 74.6 mph	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Seat Height	820 mm / 32.3 in.	820 mm / 32.3 in.	820 mm / 32.3 in.	820 mm / 32.3 in.	820 mm / 32.3 in.	820 mm / 32.3 in.	820 mm / 32.3 in.	850 mm / 33.5 in.	851 mm / 33.5 in.	851 mm / 33.5 in.	851 mm / 33.5 in.	851 mm / 33.5 in.	851 mm / 33.5 in.	851 mm / 33.5 in.	851 mm / 33.5 in.	851 mm / 33.5 in.	851 mm / 33.5 in.	851 mm / 33.5 in.	851 mm / 33.5 in.	851 mm / 33.5 in.	851 mm / 33.5 in.	850 mm / 33.5 in.	850 mm / 33.5 in.
Fuel Capacity	17.00 litres / 4.49 gallons	17.00 litres / 4.49 gallons	17.00 litres / 4.49 gallons	-	17.00 litres / 4.49 gallons	-	4.50 litres / 1.19 gallons	17.50 litres / 4.62 gallons	17.41 litres / 4.60 gallons	17.41 litres / 4.60 gallons	17.41 litres / 4.60 gallons	17.03 litres / 4.50 gallons	17.03 litres / 4.50 gallons	17.03 litres / 4.50 gallons	17.03 litres / 4.50 gallons	17.03 litres / 4.50 gallons	17.03 litres / 4.50 gallons	17.03 litres / 4.50 gallons	17.03 litres / 4.50 gallons	17.03 litres / 4.50 gallons	17.41 litres / 4.60 US gallons	17.00 litres / 4.49 US gallons	17.00 litres / 4.49 US gallons
Bore x Stroke (in,)	2.6 x 1.8 inches	-	2.6 x 1.7 inches	2.6 x 1.8 inches	-	2.6 x 1.8 inches	2.6 x 1.8 inches	2.6 x 1.7 inches	2.6 x 1.7 inches	2.6 x 1.7 inches	2.6 x 1.7 inches	2.6 x 1.7 inches	2.6 x 1.7 inches	2.6 x 1.7 inches	2.6 x 1.7 inches	2.6 x 1.7 inches	2.6 x 1.7 inches	2.6 x 1.7 inches	2.6 x 1.7 inches	2.6 x 1.7 inches	2.6 x 1.7 inches	2.6 x 1.7 inches	2.6 x 1.7 inches

Key Specifications

Engine

In-line four, four-stroke

Power

Not published by manufacturer

Torque

67.50 Nm (6.9 kgf-m or 49.8 ft.lbs) @ 10500 Revolutions

Top Speed

Not published by manufacturer

Weight

190.1 kg / 419.0 lbs

Fuel Capacity

17.03 litres / 4.50 gallons

Full 2018 Yamaha YZF-R6 Specifications

Comments Traction control

Colours Matte Gray, Team Yamaha Blue, Intensity White/Matte Silver

Warranty 1 Year Limited Factory Warranty

Seat Height 851 mm / 33.5 in.

Wheelbase 1,374 mm / 54.1 in.

Height 1,095 mm / 43.1 in.

Length 2,040 mm / 80.3 in.

Width 706 mm / 27.8 in.

Oil Capacity (Quarts) 0.17 quarts

Oil Capacity (l) 2.60 litres

Fuel Capacity 17.03 litres / 4.50 gallons

Wet Weight 190.1 kg / 419.0 lbs

Max Torque 67.50 Nm (6.9 kgf-m or 49.8 ft.lbs) @ 10500 Revolutions

Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)

Engine Type In-line four, four-stroke

CO2 153.1 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)

Bore x Stroke (mm) 67.0 x 42.5 mm

Bore x Stroke (in,) 2.6 x 1.7 inches

Engine Detail Titanium valves

Fuel System Injection. Fuel Injection with YCC-T and YCC-I

Compression Ratio 13.1:1

Fuel Consumption 6.60 litres/100 km (15.2 km/l or 35.64 mpg)

Ignition TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition

Starter Electric

Valve System 4

Final Drive Chain

Gearbox 6-speed

Primary Drive O-ring chain

Frame Type Deltabox aluminum frame. Magnesium subframe.

Suspension - Front 43mm KYB® inverted fork, 3-way adjustable

Suspension - Rear KYB® piggyback shock, 4-way adjustable

Rake 24.0°

Trail 97 mm / 3.8 in.

Wheel Travel - Front 119 mm / 4.7 in.

Wheel Travel - Rear 119 mm / 4.7 in.

Instrumentation Multifunction 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 system Dual LED position lights

Brakes - Front Diameter (in.) 12.6 inches

Brakes - Front Diameter (mm) 320 mm

Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.) 8.7 inches

Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm) 220 mm

Brakes - Front Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.

Brakes - Rear Single disc. ABS. Single-piston caliper.

Tyres - Front 120/70-ZR17

Tyres - Rear 180/55-ZR17

Specifications are compiled from manufacturer documentation and cross-referenced technical sources, and corrected on an ongoing basis. Spot an error? Let us know.