MYRModel Year Report

2001 Yamaha YZFR6

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2001 Yamaha YZFR6
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:13:47.708Z

Only 28 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 28 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Yamaha YZFR6 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 highlighted. 1999: 3 complaints 1999 2000: 1 complaints 2001: 28 complaints 2001 2002: 3 complaints 2003: 2 complaints 2003 2004: 2 complaints 2006: 4 complaints 2006 2007: 2 complaints 2008: 0 complaints 2008 2009: 1 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 0 complaints 2012: 0 complaints 2012 2013: 1 complaints 2014: 1 complaints 2014
2001: 28 complaints
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YearComplaints
19993
20001
200128
20023
20032
20042
20064
20072
20080
20091
20100
20110
20120
20131
20141

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 28 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

20 of 28 total reports mention: electrical system.

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NO SUMMARY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20021101

THE BATTERY LEAKED ACID OUT ALL OVER THE SWINGARM, SHOCK, FOOTPEG, AND CHAIN. THE LISTED COMPONENTS ARE RUINED. A DANGEROUS SITUATION EXISTS IN THAT THE CHAIN IS DAMAGED BY THE ACID AND MAY BREAK WHILE IN OPERATION.

NHTSA ODI report, 20021009

CONSUMER STATES BIKE'S BATTERY IS LEAKING ACID.

NHTSA ODI report, 20020925

POWER TRAIN

5 of 28 total reports mention: power train.

POWER TRAIN

2 of 28 total reports mention: power train.

INJURY
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Yamaha is aware of a bad nut and washer design, but will not repair, stripped output shaft which requires engine to be removed, due to bad part. They said the bulletin expired for the vehicle

NHTSA ODI report, 20230907

AS I'M RIDING THE MOTORCYCLE IT JUMPS OUT OF SECOND GEAR AS I'M ACCELERATING. THIS WILL BE MY 3RD TRANSMISSION IN 12000 MILES. SOMETHING NEEDS TO BE DONE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20160418

SUSPENSION

1 of 28 total reports mentions: suspension.

SUSPENSION

1 of 28 total reports mentions: suspension.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 Yamaha YZFR6 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (20 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2001 Yamaha YZFR6 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Yamaha YZFR6?

The most-reported component is electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery, accounting for 71% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 Yamaha YZFR6 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.