| Attribute | Yamaha YZF-R6 2001 × | Honda CBR 600 F 2001 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 2001 | 2001 |
| Make | Yamaha | Honda |
| Model | Yamaha YZF-R6 | Honda CBR 600 F |
| Category | Sport | Sport |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke | In-line four, four-stroke |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel system | Carburettor | Injection |
| Displacement (cm³) | 598 | 599 |
| Power (kw) | 87.6 | 79.6 |
| Cooling system | Liquid | Liquid |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
| Torque (Nm) | 68 | 65 |
| Bore (mm) | 65.5 | 67 |
| Stroke (mm) | 44.4 | 42.5 |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Chassis | ||
| Front brakes | Dual disc | Dual disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Diameter (mm) | 220 | 220 |
| Front tyre | 120/60-ZR17 | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear tyre | 180/55-ZR17 | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Front wheel travel (mm) | 130 | 120 |
| Rear wheel travel (mm) | 120 | 120 |
| Other | ||
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,380 | 1,390 |
| Dry weight (kg) | 167 | 170 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.523 | 0.4682 |
| Seat height (mm) | 820 | 810 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 250 | 250 |
| Fuel capacity (l) | 17 | 18 |