Introduced in 1996, the YZF600R was called the Thundercat in European markets. At the time, Sport Rider magazine said “Yamaha’s YZF600 threatens to be the best 600cc street bike Sport Rider has tested.”
It was the more streetable sister to the R6, featuring a liquid-cooled 599cc engine that produced 96 horsepower, adjustable suspension front and rear, and more comfortable ergonomics.
Manufactred in June of 2006, this example is VIN: JYARJ10E97A001847. The seller acquired it seven years ago from the original owner.
The odometer shows 19,747 miles.
Modifications:
Yoshimura slip on exhaust.
Tank protector.
Phone mount.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
The bike was recently the victim of a theft attempt, someone cut four wires in a subharness.
Inside of the tank:
This bike is riding on Continental ContiMotion tires with date codes of 2315 and 2617..
The sale includes one key.
Currently located at our facility in Santa Monica, California, (please make an appointment for an inspection),this Yamaha is offered on a clean Rhode Island title.
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Continental US: Haul Bikes will ship anything sold through Iconic for a starting rate of $750 in the Continental US (prices may increase in rural markets), and Iconic will handle the paperwork on your behalf. You do not need to crate your bike or drain the gas/disconnect the battery if you go with Haul Bikes. We are glad to work with the shipper of your choice as well, but you will have to arrange it.
Please note:
spares/extras will have to be shipped separately via FedEx or similar.
the fee includes $15,000 of insurance with a $500 deductible. Additional insurance can be purchased at a cost of $50 per additional $5,000 of value.
$5,000 for US to Europe/Asia is a VERY ROUGH ballpark which includes transport as well as customs fees and duties. Please contact Shippio for an exact quote.