Yamaha has announced pricing and availabity for new YZF-R6 and the updated TMAX and TMAX DX sports scooters. The new R6 will cost £ 10,999 and is due to arrive in dealerships in April.

The 2017 TMAX will be available in three flavours – TMAX, TMAX SX and the top-of-the-range TMAX DX. The base TMAX will cost £ 9,399 and the TMAX DX will be priced at £ 10,699. Yamaha hasn’t said how much the SX will cost but all models will be available from April.


Highlights of the new R6 include R1-influenced styling plus the addition of traction control and a quickshifter. It’s also got twin LED headlight and indicators, new KYB USD forks, new radial front brake calipers and a magnesium subframe. 

The 2017 TMAX has also received its fair share of changes, including a new chassis, plus updated bodywork along with revisions to the engine and electronics. The DX also gets cruise control, heated grips and an electronically adjustable screen.