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| | | | Very fast first look: Yamaha YZF-R6 euro 2008 |  Written: 10/09/2007 : 17:31. Read 11536 times (11/day). | Yamaha just unveilled their new R6 2008 (Euro)
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So what? before an in depth coverage in an article coming very soon, here are the key points:
As usuall for each new sportbike, this one is:
- lighter
- more powerfull
- more torquey at lower revs...
I'll add: this new R6 looks awesome ;)
New 2008 R6 engine features
Addition of YCC-I* electronically-controlled variable intake funnels
*Yamaha Chip-Controlled Intake
New high-compression 13.1:1 pistons (’07 model = 12.8:1)
Revised settings for YCC-T and fuel injection
New shape airbox
Uprated con-rod bearings and valve springs
Modified semi-hydraulic cam chain tensioner
30% larger diameter torque-boosting exhaust connector pipe
Reshaped rear muffler section
Engine technical overview
4-stroke liquid-cooled DOHC 600cc in-line 4-cylinder 4-valve
Bore x stroke 67 x 42.5mm
Maximum power 135 PS at 14,500 rpm with direct air intake
Equivalent to over 200PS per litre
Yamaha Chip-Controlled Throttle (YCC-T)
Slipper clutch
Titanium EXUP – Exhaust Ultimate Powervalve
Air Intake System with straight induction
Lightweight titanium inlet and exhaust valves
Aluminium valve retainers
Magnesium head and crankcase covers
Close ratio 6-speed transmission
Compact 3-axis shaft layout
Race-developed fuel injection system with secondary injector
Titanium ‘midship’ muffler with O2 sensor
Compact rare-earth type AC magneto
New 2008 R6 chassis features
Newly-designed Deltabox frame with revised strength and rigidity balance
Modified front fork outer tubes and lower triple clamp
Revised fork offset
Lightweight magnesium subframe
Lightweight rear suspension compression adjuster bracket
New swinging arm with rebalanced strength and rigidity relationship
Lower and more forward riding position
Thicker front disc brakes (‘08=5mm; ‘07=4.5mm)
Redesigned minimalist mass-forward bodywork
Chassis technical overview
'Straight frame' Deltabox concept, with steering head, swinging arm pivot and rear axle on one plane
Fully-adjustable 41mm upside-down forks with 2-way compression damping
Fully-adjustable rear shock absorber with 2-way compression damping
Dual 310mm diameter front discs with radial mount calipers
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