2006 Yamaha YZF-R6
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2006 Yamaha YZF-R6 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 24 on record.
2006 Yamaha YZF-R6 at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2006 Yamaha YZF-R6 recalls 3
YAMAHA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006 THROUGH 2010 YZF-R6 MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 2005 THROUGH MARCH 2010. THE MOTORCYCLE'S FRONT SIDE REFLECTOR WAS NOT PLACED AT THE PROPER HEIGHT WHICH FAILS TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Fix: YAMAHA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE MOTORCYCLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 12, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT YAMAHA AT 1-800-962-7926.
ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, THE AIR FILTER MOUNTING SCREWS MAY COME LOOSE AND FALL OUT.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AIR FILTER ELEMENT WITH A NEW ONE THAT IS DESIGNED TO HOLD THE SCREWS SECURELY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 29, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT YAMAHA AT 714-761-7842.
CERTAIN CRG FRONT BRAKE LEVERS, MODEL RB-511 DESIGNED FOR USE ON 2004-2006 YAMAHA YZF-R1 MOTORCYCLES, AND 2005-2006 YAMAHA YZF-R6 MOTORCYCLES. MODEL RB-512 IS DESIGNED FOR USE ON 2003-2006 DUCATI 749 AND 999 MOTORCYCLES, AND ON 2004-2006 APRILIA MILLE R MOTORCYCLES. DUE TO A MISALIGNMENT OF THE PIVOT BORE, THE BRAKE LEVER COULD BECOME SEIZED IN THE BRAKE ENGAGED POSITION, THEREBY PREVENTING THE FRONT BRAKE FROM DISE…
Fix: CRG WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE ROCKER FOR THE FRONT LEVER FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2006. OWNERS MAY CONCACT CRG AT 831-763-7811.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2006 Yamaha YZF-R6 common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 4
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered.
YAMAHA MC: PROCEDURAL INFORMATION ON SHIFT SHAFT TIPS FOR PRIMARY GEAR DRIVEN REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION IS BEING PROVIDED. MODEL YZF-R6. NO YEARS LISTED. *PE
Bulletin TE-M-2015-004 · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · May 2015YAMAHA MC: WHEN LOOKING FOR TECHNICAL INFORMATION, A COMPREHENSIVE INDEX IS PROVIDED REGARDING TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS FOR VARIOUS PROBLEMS. *PE
Bulletin TB-M-2014-003 · Equipment · Feb 2014YAMAHA MOTORCYCLE: HARD TO START WHEN COLD, ERRATIC, OR WON'T IDLE. A POSSIBLE CAUSE IS INSUFFICIENT VALVE CLEARANCE. EFFECTS ALL YZF-R6V/W/X MODELS AND YZF-R1/R6 MODELS. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE
Bulletin TB-M2009-008 · Engine And Engine Cooling · May 2009YAMAHA MOTORCYCLE - 2006-2007 YZF-R6 -- SERVICE MANUAL CORRECTION - CRANKSHAFT BEARING SELECTION FORMULA. *NJ
Bulletin 2007017 · Equipment · Oct 2007Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the YZF-R6. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 2
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2006 Yamaha YZF-R6. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Lights And Instruments
On certain motorcycles, the front side reflector height does not meet Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 108 - Lighting System and Retroreflective Devices. As such, the visibility of the motorcycle will be decreased, possibly increasing the risk of a crash. Correction: Dealers will replace both right and left front reflector brackets with updated versions that raise the refle…
Transport Canada #2010280 · Aug 2010Engine
On certain motorcycles, the air filter mounting screws may come loose and fall out. If this were to happen, the screws could get caught in the throttle valve and prevent the operator from reducing engine speed. A stuck throttle could result in a loss of vehicle control and a crash, causing injury or death. Correction: Dealers will replace the air filter element with an updated…
Transport Canada #2006297 · Nov 2006Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.
About the Yamaha YZF-R6
The Yamaha YZF-R6 is a sport bike, produced by Yamaha as a 600 class from 1999 to 2020. From 2021, production availability is limited to a non-homologated race-only specification in most global markets, causing race organizers to realign their engine eligibility criteria to encourage other manufacturers having larger than 600 cc displacements to enter road-race competition from 2022.
From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.
2006 Yamaha YZF-R6 vehicles on record
2006 Yamaha YZF-R6JYARJ091000001957
2006 Yamaha YZF-R6JYARJ12E96A003044
2006 Yamaha YZF-R6JYARJ12N36A001256
2006 Yamaha YZF-R6JYARJ12E77A016196
2006 Yamaha YZF-R6JYARJ12NX6A001349
2006 Yamaha YZF-R6JYARJ12N07A001765
2006 Yamaha YZF-R6JYARJ12E67A013094
2006 Yamaha YZF-R6JYARJ12E36A001922
2006 Yamaha YZF-R6JYARJ092000001040
2006 Yamaha YZF-R6JYARJ12E36A008062
2006 Yamaha YZF-R6JYARJ111000006149
2006 Yamaha YZF-R6JYARJ12EX7A012143
2006 Yamaha YZF-R6JYARJ12E26A003502
2006 Yamaha YZF-R6JYARJ111000012720
2006 Yamaha YZF-R6JYARJ111000010638
2006 Yamaha YZF-R6JYARJ12E47A017709
2006 Yamaha YZF-R6JYARJ12E66A000909
2006 Yamaha YZF-R6JYARJ095000004572
2006 Yamaha YZF-R6JYARJ06E86A031020
2006 Yamaha YZF-R6JYARJ12E66A005379
2006 Yamaha YZF-R6JYARJ092000000532
2006 Yamaha YZF-R6JYARJ111000006095
2006 Yamaha YZF-R6JYARJ12E76A004015
2006 Yamaha YZF-R6JYARJ095000011415