I just posted this newstory (link) as I wanted to bring this up to the attention of those who purchased one of these 2006 Yamaha YZF-R6 motorcycles as there seems to be a recall for them:
http://totalmotorcycle.com/BBS/viewtopic.php?t=8996
I can't verify if the story is true or not, but I would side towards calling your dealer anyways.
Mike.
Yamaha Offers To Buy Back YZF-R6 Motorcycles - Recall Notice
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So Yamaha was caught fudging the numbers...... like THAT hasn't happened before.
Great marketing response though I must admit. I doubt that they have any takers....

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