Yamaha R6 Price: New, Used & Ownership Costs

The Yamaha YZF-R6 is a middleweight supersport motorcycle that Yamaha sold for many years. The street version in the United States is not currently built as it was through the 2020 model year, so there is no current new-bike price to quote. The numbers that exist are original MSRPs by model year and the destination charges added to them.

This page covers those original prices, explains what a buyer should expect to add or check when shopping for a used R6. Used prices vary too much by bike to quote; check current listings and a pricing guide for those.

Over the last several years of US sales, the R6's price moved only slightly. The 2016 model was the lowest of the group shown, and the 2017 through 2020 models all share the same listed price.

These are the manufacturer's suggested prices when the bikes were new. They are not what a used bike sells for today.

A listed MSRP does not include the destination charge, which is a separate fee for delivering the motorcycle to the dealer. The charge for two of the model years appears below.

When a dealer quoted a new R6, the out-the-door total also included dealer fees, taxes, and registration. Those depend on the state and the dealer.

The 2020 model is the last year in the list of original prices. Yamaha stopped selling the street R6 in this form after that, and Yamaha's later R6 offerings have been track-focused. If you are looking at a newer R6, check with Yamaha or a dealer to confirm whether the bike can be registered for the street.

Because the R6 is a sport bike, many used examples have been ridden hard, track-prepared, or modified. These are the points to review before you pay.

• Title and history. Ask for a clean title, and run the vehicle identification number through a vehicle history service.
• Crash damage. Look for scratches or repairs on fairings, levers, frame sliders, footpegs, and the frame itself.
• Track use. Ask whether the bike has been used on a track, since that can mean heavier wear.
• Modifications. Aftermarket exhausts, tuning, and cut bodywork can change both performance and value.
• Tires, chain, and brakes. These wear with use and are a cost you may face soon after purchase.
• Service records. Regular maintenance is a good sign. Ask for receipts.

The bike's price is only part of what you spend. Plan for these items.

• Insurance. Sport bikes can cost more to insure, particularly for newer riders. Get quotes before you buy.
• Registration and taxes. These vary by state.
• Gear. A helmet, jacket, gloves, boots, and pants are essential and are an added cost.
• Maintenance. Oil changes, valve checks, tires, and brake service are routine. Ask a dealer or independent shop for a service schedule and rough labor cost.
• Riding training. A rider course is a good investment for anyone new to a supersport bike, and some insurers offer discounts for completing one.

A dealer may offer financing, a short warranty on some used bikes, and help with title paperwork, usually at a higher asking price. A private seller can be cheaper but offers less protection. Whichever you choose, ride the bike if possible, have a mechanic inspect it, and confirm the seller has the right to sell it.