Yamaha YZF600R Thundercat: specs and comparison
Yamaha YZF600R Thundercat (Sport touring, 1996-2003): 599 cc engine, 73 kW / 99 hp, 214 kg, seat height 810 mm. Licence: A only.
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Specs
Version 1996-2003
| Years | 1996-2003 |
|---|---|
| Type | Sport touring |
| Licence | A only |
| Engine | 599 cm³, 4 cyl. |
| Power | 73 kW / 99 hp |
| Weight | 214 kg (type not stated) |
| Seat height | 810 mm |
| ABS | no ABS |
| Drive / gearbox | chain, manual |
| Tank | 19 l |
| Fuel use | 6.3 l/100 km |
| Range on one tank | 260 km |
| Used price (estimate) | £3,500 - £4,700 |
Why it's worth it
- Proven, reliable engine
- Comfortable riding position
- Cheap, easy to find parts
- Many bikes on the used market
Weak points
- Brakes are only average
What to check on a used one
- Service history: stamps and invoices
- Crash damage: bar ends, levers, footpegs, scratched covers
- Cam chain tensioner: rattle on a cold start
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Questions
Is the Yamaha YZF600R Thundercat A2-legal?
No: 73 kW is over 70 kW, so it cannot be restricted for A2. It needs a full A licence.
What is the seat height of the Yamaha YZF600R Thundercat?
810 mm. Whether you reach the ground also depends on the seat width: the finder estimates it from your height and inseam.
How much does the Yamaha YZF600R Thundercat weigh?
214 kg (type not stated).
What is the fuel use and range of the Yamaha YZF600R Thundercat?
About 6.3 l/100 km; with the 19 l tank that is roughly 260 km before the reserve.
Specs from makers and test sources; prices are estimates. Check the bike you buy.