The 2017 Yamaha YZF-R6 base model is powered by a high-revving 599cc liquid-cooled inline four-cylinder engine featuring dual overhead camshafts, 16 titanium valves, and an aggressive 13.1:1 compression ratio. Fuel is fed through an advanced electronic injection system equipped with Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle (YCC-T) and Yamaha Chip Controlled Intake (YCC-I), delivering power to the rear wheel via a six-speed transmission with a standard multi-plate slipper clutch and an O-ring chain final drive. Built on a lightweight aluminum Deltabox frame, the chassis is outfitted with premium, fully adjustable 43mm KYB inverted front forks and a matching KYB piggyback rear shock, both offering 4.7 inches of travel.