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BikeSocial’s R6 test bike and my own Yamaha R1M are side by side in the pits at Snetterton. First published: 7th March 2017. Even on a cold, slightly damp former airfield in Norfolk, I left the traction control on setting one (the least invasive) and used engine mode ‘A’, which gives the sharpest throttle response. The new R6 has most of the expected 2017 electronics. Add to Cart. 2017 Yamaha YZF-R6 – First Look; Bike Reviews & More Feature 2017 Yamaha YZF-R6 – First Look. In the face of supposedly falling sales, Japan seemed to have turned its back on this class of ‘superbikes for the masses’, until now.

PART EXCHANGE. There was no noticeable intervention from the ABS even when I had the back wheel in the air. The list goes on, and we haven’t even found out all the gen about the engine yet. I’m spoilt having the downshift assist blipper on the M, making it so much faster, easier and more stable changing down. The power delivery is smooth and linear.

Rebooted looks set to rule the ailing supersport class with an updated engine and chassis – but it’s not cheap. Yamaha. I put 4 clicks on the front KYB forks compression and rebound and left the back on its standard settings. BikeSocial’s tame racer (former Manx GP competitor and Yamaha R1M owner) Kane Dalton took Yamaha's new YZF-R6 to Snetterton for an MSV Track Day. It was lighter, more nimble and faster than any supersports up to then, and cast the die for the future of the whole class.

Yamaha YZF-R1 (2015): Full UK Road & Track Test! How about not just the most sophisticated electronic rider aids systems ever seen on a 600, but ones that are more in keeping with a no-expense-spared superbike. It’s not far off though, and we’re confident it’ll be worth the wait. The new R6 has most of the expected 2017 electronics. Looking for more motorbikes? While I’m not saying the new R6 won’t be extreme, with a bit of luck it’ll also be relatively easy to ride. Even enough to cling on to the coat-tails of some superbikes. "The definitive supersport package; on the track, that is", "Sexy, uber-capable track bike that works on the road, too", "The most high-tech, track focussed motorcycle you could buy when it was released", "Still comes with toys like radial brakes and is seriously underrated", Bauer Media Group consists of: Bauer Consumer Media Ltd, Company number: 01176085, Bauer Radio Ltd, Company Number: 1394141 Clear all filters. One, simply because the new R6 is the first serious, all-new contender in the class in years (Honda pulled out the category completely this year). And with its M1-style central ram air intake and tiny, recessed twin LED headlights, the new R6 doesn’t just remind of those bikes, it’s also the most aerodynamic in its class: an 8% improvement over the old model.

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On the outside, that swoopy, racy bodywork is directly developed from that of the R1, which in turn was influenced by the MotoGP M1. Important. Three riding modes, six-stage traction control and ABS. We got up close and personal to find out…. I was having to re-calibrate my braking point on the R6. YAMAHA YZF-R6 fitted with Akrapovic full exhaust system with carbon heat shield and SMoto tail tidy. Tucked in down the Snetterton straights I was seeing 150 mph on the dash before having to hit the brakes.

It's neat, small, compact and begging to be ridden fast.

GPS tracking, Lap time recording, Speed, engine rpm, throttle position, wheel speed, gear position, TCS Operation, ABS Operation, water temperature, intake air temperature. Phil West, One of the biggest surprises, and one of the undoubted stars of 2017’s new bikes is Yamaha’s all-new R6. 1 - 9 of 9 used motorcycles. Classifieds. This website uses cookies. Cookies improve the functionality of our website and offer you the best experience. Not much has happened since, until now. The 2020 R1 and 2017+ Yamaha YZF R6 (model code BN6) comes with the same on board ABS pump for the ABS braking system, not with our Yamaha ABS Delete 2, now you can remove the system completely, this unit is also tested and proven working on the following bikes. This was going to be my base to work up or down, although as it turned out I left it just like that with no further adjustment. For information including how to stop them, click, Yamaha FJR1300 Review & Buying Guide (2001-current), Yamaha FZ6 & FZ6 Fazer (2003 - 2010): Buying Guide, Yamaha FZ8 Fazer and FZ8 (2010-2015): Review & Buying Guide, Yamaha FZ1 and FZ1 Fazer (2006 – 2016) | Buyers guide, Yamaha FZS600 Fazer (1998-2003) - Buyer's Guide, Yamaha FZS1000 Fazer (2001-2005): Review & Buying Guide, Yamaha FZS Fazer1000 (2002): so much bike, not much money. The R6 looks even more menacing with its dark, matt finish.