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| Brand | Akrapovic |
|---|---|
| Part Number | S-Y6SO12-HAPT |
| Type | Slip-on silencer |
| Material | Titanium (shell, end cap, all internal metallic components) |
| Heat Shield | Carbon fibre |
| Power Gain | +0.8 PS (110.5 PS stock → 111.3 PS at 14,600 RPM) |
| Torque Gain | +0.8 Nm at 12,200 RPM |
| Sound Level | 102 dB (+7 dB over stock 95 dB) |
| Road Legal | No — competition use only |
| dB-Killer Included | No (optional, sold separately) |
DescriptionThe whole story▼
Constructed entirely from titanium — shell, end cap, and internal components alike — the Akrapovic Slip-On Line for the Yamaha YZF-R6 represents what happens when Grand Prix racing philosophy meets production-line engineering. Every detail of the S-Y6SO12-HAPT is drawn from Akrapovic's competition programme, delivering measurable performance gains and an unmistakable exhaust note that no stock system can approach.
Key Features
- Full titanium construction throughout: outer shell, end cap, and all internal metallic components for an exceptional strength-to-weight ratio
- Carbon heat shield adds a further layer of motorsport aesthetic while protecting adjacent bodywork from radiated heat
- Designed to mate directly with the original stock header — no additional modifications required for fitment
- Power output increases by 0.8 PS, raising peak power from 110.5 PS (stock) to 111.3 PS at 14,600 RPM
- Torque rises by 0.8 Nm at 12,200 RPM for improved mid-range drive when exiting corners
- Sound level increases by 7 dB, from 95 dB (stock) to 102 dB, producing the signature Akrapovic racing tone
- GP 1 silencer profile takes its cues directly from successful race team configurations
Premium Build Quality
Where lesser slip-on exhausts cut corners on internal components, the Akrapovic Slip-On Line makes no compromises. The titanium used here is not limited to the outer casing: every metallic part inside the silencer body — baffles, supports, internal structures — is likewise manufactured in titanium. The result is a system that is significantly lighter than its stainless steel equivalents while resisting heat and corrosion at sustained race-pace temperatures. The carbon heat shield is a functional addition as much as a visual one, channelling heat away from the fairing and rider's leg while reinforcing the GP-derived appearance of the silencer.
Performance and Sound
The measured gains from the S-Y6SO12-HAPT are modest in number but meaningful on track. An additional 0.8 PS at 14,600 RPM and 0.8 Nm at 12,200 RPM sharpen the YZF-R6's already high-revving character, filling out the top-end pull precisely where a supersport machine spends most of its time at the circuit. The 7 dB increase in sound output — reaching 102 dB — transforms the R6's note from the restrained stock tone into the aggressive, crackling soundtrack synonymous with Akrapovic's World Supersport and Superbike entries. The optional dB-Killer (sold separately) can be fitted when circuit noise regulations require it.
Fitment and Compatibility
The Akrapovic S-Y6SO12-HAPT Slip-On Line is designed and tested specifically for the following motorcycle:
- Yamaha YZF-R6 — model years 2008 through 2026
The silencer connects directly to the original Yamaha header pipe without the need for additional adaptor parts. This product is intended for closed-circuit competition use only and is not road-legal. It is supplied without a dB-Killer as standard; the optional dB-Killer is available separately.
Specifications
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Akrapovic |
| Part Number | S-Y6SO12-HAPT |
| Type | Slip-on silencer |
| Material | Titanium (shell, end cap, all internal metallic components) |
| Heat Shield | Carbon fibre |
| Power Gain | +0.8 PS (110.5 PS stock → 111.3 PS at 14,600 RPM) |
| Torque Gain | +0.8 Nm at 12,200 RPM |
| Sound Level | 102 dB (+7 dB over stock 95 dB) |
| Road Legal | No — competition use only |
| dB-Killer Included | No (optional, sold separately) |
| Fitment | Yamaha YZF-R6 (2008–2026) |
FitmentWhich bikes this fits▼
- Yamaha YZF-R6 (2008–2026)
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