Charging system melts replaced stator, the r/r, the battery and all the wires in between no change one time it wont charge the next time over charges the last one put in melted in 8 seconds. Also 2nd gear when I shift feels like the rear end is going to fall off
The worst 2001 Yamaha YZFR6L problems
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What 2001 Yamaha YZFR6L owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Battery leakage can cause explosion of battery and suspension reservoir and cause a wreck plus electrical problems could occur and the chain can rot and snap in action. Dt
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Questions about the 2001 Yamaha YZFR6L
Is the 2001 Yamaha YZFR6L reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2001 Yamaha YZFR6L, fewer than a typical YZFR6L model year.
What is the 2001 Yamaha YZFR6L year score?
The 2001 Yamaha YZFR6L scores 95 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Yamaha YZFR6L: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2001 Yamaha YZFR6L?
Electrical system, with 2 complaints.
How many recalls does the 2001 Yamaha YZFR6L have?
No recalls on record.
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