2006 Yamaha YZF-R6 50th Anniversary

Description

Click here for an VINData Motorcycle History Report on this 2006 Yamaha R6 50th Anniversary. Additional photos are available here for your perusal.

Yamaha has been in the 600cc sportbike game since the introduction of the XJ600 in 1984. Come 1998, however, the company redefined the 600cc supersport class with the introduction of the all-new YZF-R6. Designed as a middleweight version of the then-freshly-released R1, and offered as a higher-performance alternative to the YZF600R, the R6 featured a remarkable alloy frame and swing-arm and was powered by an inline-four that was the first 200hp-per-liter engine on a production 600.

And here’s the thing: since its inception, the R6 has been a popular platform for amateur and professional racers alike. 2003 brought the model fuel injection, while later updates in 2006 gave it ride-by-wire throttle and a slipper clutch. Of course, over the years, Yamaha also improved the aesthetics and the aerodynamics with styling cues borrowed from the R1.

Like its older sibling, the R6 also got treated to a special edition paint scheme in celebration of the company’s 50th Anniversary. The livery paid tribute to Kenny Roberts and the marque’s factory racing colors, and it also sported a set of black wheels with yellow pinstriping.

This example is VIN: JYARJ12E56A002618. The seller acquired the bike from a private seller 10 years ago.

During his ownership, the seller has covered approximately 1,000 miles. The odometer shows 12,110 miles.

Maintenance:
The seller reports that he has changed the oil and oil filter, coolant, and brake fluid. He adds that the battery was replaced May 2024.

Modifications:
Per the seller, this R6 is stock.

Inside of the tank:

It is riding on Michelin Pilot Power tires with date codes of 4005 and 4505.

The sale includes the passenger seat and a spare smoked windscreen.

Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:

Currently located in Thornville, Ohio, this Yamaha is offered on a clean Ohio title. Have any R6 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!