2012 Yamaha YZF-R6 50 WorldGP Anniversary Edition Review


This is a machine, a leader in the World Supersport Championship. And its advanced engine and chassis design make it one of the most important category of motorcycles. Our compact, 'mass-forward' body design, lightweight die-cast aluminum Deltabox to concentrate around the emphasis of the main components of a super-agile. R6 599cc liquid-cooled 4-stroke, DOHC, forward inclined, in-line 4-cylinder, 4 valves is equipped with advanced electronic Intake (YCC-I) and gases (YCC-T) to provide an immediate response and power smooth. And his new 50 th anniversary of colors, the R6 looks and feels how to win!

2012 Yamaha R6 was born on the track. It 'grew up in the MotoGP technology is optimized to provide excellent engine and chassis performance usually reserved for professional racers drivers. 2012 Yamaha YZF-R6 50 WorldGP Anniversary Edition is packed with innovation and technology, you simply can not find a competitor's machines.

Yamaha YZF-R6 50 WorldGP Anniversary Edition 2012
2012 Yamaha YZF-R6 50 WorldGP Anniversary Edition
R6 is a showcase of the latest technology to Yamaha sport bikes.

From the YCC-T electronic throttle MotoGP inspired straight frame design, Yamaha's unique variable intake stacks electronically, so that a fully adjustable suspension system, R6 is designed to take super guide to a whole new level.

Innovations and technologies not available in any other form of Supersport. Medium Supersport.

For 2012 Yamaha R6 is designed to do one thing extremely well: get around a race track in minimal time. Oh year, a street bike is amazing too. In 2012 Anniversary Edition WorldGP Yamaha Racing celebrates heritage with Pearl White / Rapid red livery. It includes a 50-year anniversary emblem at the top of the fuel tank and a special numbered plaque indicating the production number of only 1500 units will be produced worldwide.

2012 Yamaha YZF-R6 50 Anniversary Edition WorldGP highlights and key features:

Fuel consumption ± 17kpl/48mpg (Imp)

Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle (YCC-T)

Optimized for direct structure

Main features:

• World GP 50 Anniversary Edition Yamaha Racing celebrates heritage with Pearl White / Rapid red livery. Includes a 50-year anniversary emblem at the top of the fuel tank and a special numbered plaque indicating the production number of only 1500 units will be produced in the world in these colors memorial.

• Lightweight, powerful and bristling with knowledge gained through years of racing, the YZF-R6 50th Anniversary Edition WorldGP the bike is the most advanced range 600cc Yamaha or anyone else-has ever built.

• The YZF-R6 50 WorldGP anniversary edition was the first production motorcycle with YCC-T ®, Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle response system flawlessly under all conditions.

• YCC-I ®, Yamaha Chip Controlled Intake, R6 is used to vary the length of the aspiration of a great cylinder filling and a broader power range.

• Back torque limiting slipper clutch greatly facilitates type braking / downshifting from high speed. Transmission Close-ratio 6-speed offers a seamless power and maximum acceleration.

2012 Yamaha YZF-R6 50 WorldGP Anniversary Edition small
2012 Yamaha YZF-R6 50 WorldGP Anniversary Edition

2012 Yamaha YZF-R6 50th Anniversary Edition WorldGP Features and Benefits

ENGINE

Ultra-compact, lightweight, shock, short, 599cc, DOHC, 16 valves, liquid cooled in line four-cylinder with lightweight titanium valves produces incredible power. Redline is set at an incredible 16,000 rpm.

67mm bore and stroke 42.5 mm offer a faster revving engine. Width of the engine is minimized thanks to Yamaha casting technology special and "liner less" cylinder design.

Compact "roof" cylinder head design features ultra lightweight titanium valves for intake and exhaust. The intake valve angle is 11.5 degrees and the exhaust is 12.25 degrees. The intake valves are 27 mm in diameter while the exhaust valves are 23mm.

Single intake valve springs reduce weight and "friction" for optimum performance at high revs. The holder of the valve is lightweight aluminum.

Supply high-speed and exhaust allow more fuel into the exhaust gases and more for great power delivery at all engine speeds.

Light cover cylinder head and magnesium case covers reduce weight.

Separate cylinder block (cylinder is not the upper crankcase) design advantage of ceramic composite plated "liner less" cylinder bores. Ceramic coating sprayed directly on the aluminum block. The benefits are greater heat dissipation for consistent power delivery, reduced frictional power loss, reduced oil consumption, and has no diaper heavy and too light.

Lightweight forged pistons feature thin rings rpm power greater heights. The pistons are secured by piston pins slightly conical shape. The lightweight design means fast engine response.

Features lightweight crankshaft bearing journals 31 mm. Crank inertial mass has been optimized for excellent throttle acceleration and impressive. Journal of the crank bearings have lubrication holes increase the supply of special durable good oil.

Lift / high performance, low-side driven camshafts provide arm stretching power and strong acceleration.

Semi-automatic hydraulic cam chain tensioner reduces mechanical noise and maintenance.

System Mikuni fuel injection with throttle body 41 mm has twin injectors (primary and secondary). This type of twin injector system is also available on our MotoGP M1 machine and the latest generation R1. Each of the injectors using 12 spray holes to maximize the atomization process. The secondary injectors, located inside the air box, to start functioning in mid regime (6000-7000 rpm) with the red line. Special short intake paths allow high speed and increased power.

IF the system has separate TPS (throttle position sensor) and APS (accelerator position sensor) sensors.

Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle (YCC-T) is another first for Yamaha. The electronic control throttle valve improves response and handling at high speed. The system includes a throttle position sensor (TPS) and DC powered motorized butterfly valves. The YCC-T electronic throttle control valve of an exceptional response and improved controllability at all speeds. The YCC-T is used to provide greater control over the volume of intake air for a smoother torque character. The computer that controls the YCC-T is able to meet changing at a rate of 1000 of a second.

YCC-I Yamaha Chip Controlled Intake means or the intake system / stacks vary in length from two pre-positions, depending on the speed. The transition is about 13 700 rpm for the number of turns. Servo electronic channels varies. The revolutionary YCC-I, best of both worlds ... Solid Low speed torque and power combined with a run incredibly high speeds. It takes only 0.3 seconds to switch channels long and short positions.

Yamaha exclusive YCC-I electric servo motor system variable intake funnel is a world premiere About a production motorcycle Yamaha and works with fly-by-wire technology and FI systems.

7.6 liters air box uses a document flow of high viscosity type of air filter.

RAM induction system with air intake duct located provides cool, high-pressure air "force-fed" in the intake duct for optimal combustion and greater power at high speed. This design allows the direct induction of the pipe fairing central airbox without a lot of turns and twists.

Close ratio 6-speed transmission offers smooth power delivery and maximum acceleration. Width control, splines and engagement dogs have been optimized to handle the power R6. The shift drum and shifting mechanism is located on the right side of the case for the power to feel smooth shifting. The gears use flat-type engagement dogs for positive displacement contact and durability.

"Tri-Axis" or stacked transmission design creates a more compact engine front to back, which allows the optimal positioning of the engine "sweet spot" in the body for optimum weight distribution and handling incredible.

Slipper clutch or back limitation reduces rear wheel hop when braking or traveling down hard. The main advantage is the reduction in lap times and better control when entering a race or two days at the track. This clutch uses nine paper plates based on the friction and 8 steel plates, and six types of coil spring clutch.

The oil lubrication system has been optimized to reduce friction losses caused by "oil drag". It has a pump "both sides" of oil. There is an oil cooler to separate water-cooled engine that temperatures compatible for maximum performance and longevity.

High capacity cooling system features a curved radiator with twin ring-type fans for excellent engine cooling efficiency. Ring-type fan offers more airflow of a fan standards.

Direct ignition coils, iridium spark plug, the two electrodes and a high-performance Magneto-reliable, super strong spark. With this system, ignition coils are integrated into the caps, which reduces the weight.

"Mid-Ship" 4-in-2-into-1 exhaust optimizes engine performance. Header pipe diameter and length has been optimized for excellent flow. There are three, 3-way honeycomb catalyziers oxygen sensor system to reduce harmful exhaust emissions of HC and CO. Oxygen sensor provides feedback to the controller so that it can be adjusted for optimum air / fuel mixture. "In the middle of the ship" MotoGP style, lightweight titanium muffler is located below the mass of the central engine and low center of gravity for great handling.

The exhaust system also features Yamaha EXUP System (Exhaust Ultimate Power Valve) with a titanium body and butterfly valves that prevent the "new beat" phenomenon caused by "valve overlap". This design reduces weight and maximizes ground clearance. EXUP system eliminates the "flat spot" in the power band and reduces emissions too. This is the first time in 600cc Supersport machine.

High-power 32-bit electronic control unit actually contains three computers, the main house to control the FI system, the YCC-T and ignition mapping.

Air Injection System (AIS) injects fresh air exhaust vents completely burn the unburnt fuel in order to reduce harmful exhaust emissions of HC and

Chassis / suspension

Compact, lightweight aluminum chassis Deltabox offers optimized rigidity balance for incredibly light overall handling and agile. This framework is an innovation that inspired MotoGP Yamaha calls a "concept of right context." This means that the top of the frame rails as close to the axis of torsion of the frame (the line connecting the steering column to the swingarm pivot). RAM air duct passes through the frame head tube for a straight ram air effect. A mixture of molds and mold pressed aluminum plates, form the frame. The engine is a chassis member fully stressed chassis design for a super-light.

Cradle of light, detachable magnesium rear. The detachable design allows rear shock access and is less costly if the unit is "looped out".

Lightweight aluminum "gull wing" type swingarm uses a mix of castings and pressure plates for optimum rigidity. The swingarm pivot position has been optimized to reduce the "squat" tendencies caused by drive chain reaction to hard throttle openings.

Key chassis geometry figures include: 1380mm wheelbase, 24 degree caster angle, 97mm and a track compared to 52.5% and 47.5% to balance the weight back. The maximum tilt angle of the knee scraping 57 degrees.

Fully adjustable inverted front fork offers 41 mm 115 mm (4.5 ") of wheel travel and offers incredible suspension performance with ultra-precise feedback settings include:. Spring preload 5-way, 4-way high speed compression damping, 20 clicks of low speed compression and extension of 25 routes. The inverted design not only reduces unsprung weight but also increases the stiffness of the fork. The range of values ​​allows the driver to adjust the suspension to suit your driving style and conditions.

Upper crown has a displacement of 30 mm for precision and a great sense of direction. The lightweight aluminum clip-on are mounted below the fork.

. Fully adjustable rear suspension link Monocross use shoulder-style shock providing 120mm (4.7 "), flexibility and shock adjustments include: 9-point adjustable spring preload, 4-way high speed compression damping, 20-pin low compression damping and 18-way rebound damping adjustment. piggy back design helps to keep you cool the oil shock damping more consistent.

Radial mount, monoblock, 4-piston calipers squeeze large 310 mm front discs with double. Drawing helps reduce radial caliper distortion for improved braking power is excellent control and lever feedback well. Vectors disc are made of aluminum to reduce weight, and sintered metal pads provide incredible stopping power.

Brembo radial pump piston pump features 16mm. Radial design allows for greater braking efficiency and make the most of your feedback. The lever is adjustable for different sizes.

Lightweight brake 220 mm rear disc is squeezed by a single piston caliper

Lightweight five-spoke 17 "wheels reduce unsprung weight by making hub and spokes a single structural unit. A special casting technique makes the rim significantly lighter and stronger.

Ultra-sleek "new edge form" bodywork has a profile significantly with the front located Ram Air duct, engine cowlings and tail side revealing ultra stylish. There are conduits side fairing intake to prevent cold air to circulate around the engine, fuel tank and frame areas. "Minimalism" and "mass forward" movement are two words that best describe this body design.

17 liters fuel tank provides excellent rider ergonomics and aggressive riding position. The part of the reserve tank is 3.5 liters. The tank has a tank top as compared to R1 and an electric fuel pump house.

Separate rider and passenger. The optional rear seat cowl is available.

Dual 55-watt H7 "cat eye" headlights. These lights not only cast a ray of light, but also feature a sleek profile of the excellent aerodynamics.

Compact race inspired multi-function digital and analog instrumentation with adjustable backlighting. Features: analog tachometer, digital speedometer, odometer, dual partial, low fuel light, odometer, fuel, and the clock. There is also a programmable shift light mounted lap timer / timer which is controlled by the handlebar switch box LHS.

Single-lens LED taillight provides excellent visibility, more life and uses less energy than regular bulbs.

Immobilizer ignition system is designed to reduce the possibility of theft "run away". This system must recognize the "coded ignition key" in order to start the device. If the immobilizer ignition does not recognize the key (or the theft of a screwdriver or other tool of "Jimmy") motion does not start, even if you turn on or forced into place. If the system does not recognize the correct key encryption, the ignition and the starter does not work.

Further details / features

Front brake lever

Special 525 lightweight O-ring chain is used to reduce weight

Lock

Lightweight aluminum side stand and chain tensioners

Lightweight low maintenance sealed gel battery type

YZF-R6 Edition WorldGP 50 years offers a significant level of power and performance. It is not intended for beginners or inexperienced riders.