2008 Yamaha R6 Review

With a 16,500 rpm redline, a $9,599 pricetag ($9,799 if you're into flames), and a dry weight of only 366 pounds, the 2008 Yamaha R6 offers some serious performance bang for buck.

While I didn't track-test the R6 (this photo comes courtesy Yamaha), I did live with it for a few weeks, testing it in and around the Los Angeles area. How did it fare? Check out my 2008 Yamaha R6 Review to find out, and check out these related pieces:

• 2008 Yamaha R6 Photo Gallery
• 2008 Yamaha Buyer's Guide

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