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Yamaha YZF-R6 Race Production to End Forever; Final Orders Now Open in Japan
Although existing owners will continue to receive support, future buyers will need to rely on the used market as production ceases permanently.
Syed Wahab Ali
Updated Jul 8, 2026, 12:21 PM IST
Yamaha YZF-R6 Race Production to End Forever; Final Orders Now Open in Japan
After more than 25 years of thrilling riders and dominating racetracks, the Yamaha YZF-R6 is finally reaching the end of its journey. Yamaha has officially announced that it is accepting the final orders for the YZF-R6 Race, after which production of the iconic track-only motorcycle will come to a permanent end. For enthusiasts who have always wanted to own a factory-fresh R6 Race, this will be the last opportunity.
Key Highlights
- Yamaha has announced the final order window for the YZF-R6 Race before ending production permanently.
- The last batch will be produced exclusively for the Japanese market.
- Bookings will remain open until August 31, 2026, with deliveries starting in February 2027.
- The iconic 600cc supersport motorcycle ends a production run that began in 1999.
The move also marks the end of one of the most celebrated names in the 600cc supersport segment. While the road-legal R6 disappeared from many global markets years ago due to stricter emission norms, the race-only version continued to serve professional racers and track-day enthusiasts. That chapter is now set to close as well.
Final Orders Open Only for Japan
Yamaha has confirmed that the final production run of the YZF-R6 Race will be available only for the Japanese market.
The company has divided bookings into two phases:
- First booking window: Open now until July 31, 2026
- Second booking window: August 1 to August 31, 2026
Motorcycles booked during this period will be delivered from February 2027 onwards.
The Yamaha YZF-R6 Race is priced at 1,375,000 Japanese Yen, which converts to approximately Rs 8.05 lakh.
Production will End Permanently
Yamaha has clarified that this is not a temporary production halt. Once the motorcycles booked during the final order period are manufactured, production of the YZF-R6 Race will officially end. The company has not announced any successor to the model.
A Supersport Icon Since 1999
First introduced in 1999, the Yamaha YZF-R6 quickly became one of the most popular motorcycles in the 600cc supersport category. Over the years, it earned a strong reputation among professional racers, club racers and track-day riders thanks to its sharp handling, lightweight chassis and high-revving engine.
Although stricter emission regulations forced Yamaha to discontinue the street-legal R6 in several countries, the race-spec version continued to be offered for customers looking for a dedicated circuit motorcycle.
Why is Yamaha Ending the R6 Race?
The decision reflects broader changes in the motorcycle industry rather than issues with the R6 itself.
The middleweight supersport segment has shrunk significantly in recent years as tougher emission regulations have increased development costs. At the same time, buyers have increasingly shifted towards adventure motorcycles, naked bikes and larger-capacity sports motorcycles.
Since the R6 Race was designed exclusively for track use, it catered to a niche audience. As demand continued to decline, maintaining production became less viable.
What It Means for Existing Owners
Current owners are unlikely to face immediate issues. Yamaha is expected to continue offering routine servicing and replacement parts through its dealer network, depending on the market.
However, once production ends, buyers looking for an R6 will have to rely on the used motorcycle market.
The retirement of the Yamaha YZF-R6 Race brings an end to a production run spanning more than two decades.
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