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After four years of offering their 636 cc ZX-6R for street use and an entirely separate 599 cc ZX-6RR for displacement-restricted racing classes, Kawasaki offers only one ZX-6R for 2007, and it displaces 599 cc. Previous years of the ZX-6R's engines were all built from the same basic design, but the all-new engine for 2007 was redesigned from the crankcase up. In following with what their competitors had already been doing, Kawasaki's new engine features a stacked gear arrangement in which the crankshaft, primary drive and countershaft are placed in a triangular format for a shorter, more compact powerplant. It's now about 40 mm smaller in both length and width, said to yield greater cornering clearance. By using a former 125 cc [[Grand Prix motorcycle racing|Grand Prix]] racer as the ZX-6R’s chief development rider, [[Tomomi Manako]], Kawasaki claims a focus has been put on track usage. Frame, swingarm, suspension, brakes, and body are completely redesigned and the bike shares very few parts from the previous model. MSRP was increased to $8,999 USD and the ZX-6R was carried over to the 2008 model year with just color scheme changes. For 2009 the frame was lightened albeit with the same basic construction (resulting in 191 kg dry as opposed to 205 kg in 2008). The greatest changes for 2009 were the redesign of the exhaust, now carried low and not requiring the thick under-seat construction of 2008 and especially the introduction of the BPF (Big Piston Fork) suspension from SHOWA for a more progressive brake-dive. |
After four years of offering their 636 cc ZX-6R for street use and an entirely separate 599 cc ZX-6RR for displacement-restricted racing classes, Kawasaki offers only one ZX-6R for 2007, and it displaces 599 cc. Previous years of the ZX-6R's engines were all built from the same basic design, but the all-new engine for 2007 was redesigned from the crankcase up. In following with what their competitors had already been doing, Kawasaki's new engine features a stacked gear arrangement in which the crankshaft, primary drive and countershaft are placed in a triangular format for a shorter, more compact powerplant. It's now about 40 mm smaller in both length and width, said to yield greater cornering clearance. By using a former 125 cc [[Grand Prix motorcycle racing|Grand Prix]] racer as the ZX-6R’s chief development rider, [[Tomomi Manako]], Kawasaki claims a focus has been put on track usage. Frame, swingarm, suspension, brakes, and body are completely redesigned and the bike shares very few parts from the previous model. MSRP was increased to $8,999 USD and the ZX-6R was carried over to the 2008 model year with just color scheme changes. For 2009 the frame was lightened albeit with the same basic construction (resulting in 191 kg dry as opposed to 205 kg in 2008). The greatest changes for 2009 were the redesign of the exhaust, now carried low and not requiring the thick under-seat construction of 2008 and especially the introduction of the BPF (Big Piston Fork) suspension from SHOWA for a more progressive brake-dive. |
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==Specifications== |
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Revision as of 09:17, 15 April 2009
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| Manufacturer | Kawasaki |
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| Production | 1995-present |
| Class | Sport bike |
| Related | Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6RR Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R |
The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R is a Kawasaki middleweight sport bike. It was introduced in 1995 and has been constantly updated throughout the years in response to new products from Honda, Suzuki, and Yamaha. The ZX series is what was known as the Ninja line of Kawasaki motorcycles in the 1980s and still carries the moniker in North America today.
History
When Kawasaki introduced the ZX-6R in 1995, it was the first middleweight sport bike, since the 1992 GSXR600 with an aluminum frame. It had a dry weight of 401.2 lb (182.0 kg), wet weight of 454 lb (206 kg), and was capable of accelerating 0-60 mph (97 km/h) in only 3.6 seconds.
With competition from Honda's CBR600F4i, Suzuki's GSX-R600, and Yamaha's YZF-R6 getting more aggressive, Kawasaki decided to make an unusual move for the 2002 model year. They increased the capacity of the traditional 600 cc (37 cu in) motor to 636 cc (38.8 cu in). For riders who needed bikes for displacement-restricted racing, Kawasaki also made available a limited production 599 cc (36.6 cu in) version called the Ninja ZX-6RR, but the 636 cc (38.8 cu in) ZX-6R would be their main mass production middleweight sport bike.
2003 brought many new changes to the ZX-6R, or ZX636 as it is often referred. The engine was now fuel injected and engine speed was raised around 500 rpm which resulted in a slight gain in power. Radial-mounted 4-piston brakes replaced the previous 6-piston brakes and the front forks were now inverted. Chassis improvements resulted in higher rigidity and less weight. An all digital instrument panel was also introduced and a larger ram air inlet moved to the center over the headlight, running through the headstock. The bike carried over to the 2004 model year with just color scheme changes. The ZX-6RR won the Supersport category award for Masterbike 2004 and placed 3rd overall. MSRP for the 2003/2004 models was $7999 USD.
In 2005, Kawasaki again revamped the ZX-6R. Engine speed increased again by 1,000 rpm resulting in 113 hp (84 kW) at 12,250 rpm.[1] The frame and swingarm were updated, but the main changes from its predecessor lay in the design. The aluminum frame was now painted flat black, fairings were more round, and integrated turn signals were used (euro model). The exhaust was now centrically under the seat (a configuration commonly referred to as an undertail exhaust). Most of these changes were mirrored in the 599 cc ZX-6RR. For the second year in a row, the ZX-6RR again won the Supersport category award for Masterbike 2005 and placed 3rd overall. The bike carried over to the 2006 model year with minor suspension changes and new color schemes. The 2005/2006 ZX-6Rs had an increased MSRP of $8,699 USD.
After four years of offering their 636 cc ZX-6R for street use and an entirely separate 599 cc ZX-6RR for displacement-restricted racing classes, Kawasaki offers only one ZX-6R for 2007, and it displaces 599 cc. Previous years of the ZX-6R's engines were all built from the same basic design, but the all-new engine for 2007 was redesigned from the crankcase up. In following with what their competitors had already been doing, Kawasaki's new engine features a stacked gear arrangement in which the crankshaft, primary drive and countershaft are placed in a triangular format for a shorter, more compact powerplant. It's now about 40 mm smaller in both length and width, said to yield greater cornering clearance. By using a former 125 cc Grand Prix racer as the ZX-6R’s chief development rider, Tomomi Manako, Kawasaki claims a focus has been put on track usage. Frame, swingarm, suspension, brakes, and body are completely redesigned and the bike shares very few parts from the previous model. MSRP was increased to $8,999 USD and the ZX-6R was carried over to the 2008 model year with just color scheme changes. For 2009 the frame was lightened albeit with the same basic construction (resulting in 191 kg dry as opposed to 205 kg in 2008). The greatest changes for 2009 were the redesign of the exhaust, now carried low and not requiring the thick under-seat construction of 2008 and especially the introduction of the BPF (Big Piston Fork) suspension from SHOWA for a more progressive brake-dive.
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Specifications
All specifications are manufacturer claimed.
| 2003/2004 ZX-6R |
2005/2006 ZX-6R[2] |
2005/2006 ZX-6RR[3] |
2007/2008 ZX-6R[4] |
2009 ZX-6R[5] | |
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| Engine type | 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC, 4 Valve Cylinder Head, Transverse In-Line 4-Cylinder | Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, four valves per cylinder, inline-four | |||
| Displacement | 636 cc (38.8 cu in) | 599 cc (36.6 cu in) | |||
| Bore/stroke | 68.0 mm x 43.8 mm | 67.0 mm x 42.5 mm | |||
| Power | 111.4 hp (83.1 kW) @ 12,750 rpm[6] | 134 hp (100 kW) @ 14,000 rpm[6] | 105 hp (78 kW) @ 12,250 rpm[6] | 101.6 hp (75.8 kW) @ 12,700 rpm[7] | 107.7 bhp (80.3 kW) @ 14,100 rpm[8] |
| Maximum torque | 47.1 lb⋅ft (63.9 N⋅m) @ 11,000 rpm[6] | 52.0 lb⋅ft (70.5 N⋅m) @ 11,500 rpm[6] | 44.1 lb⋅ft (59.8 N⋅m) @ 11,750 rpm[6] | 43.5 lb⋅ft (59.0 N⋅m) @ 11,900 rpm[7] | 42.9 lb⋅ft (58.2 N⋅m) @ 12,000 rpm[8] |
| Compression ratio | 12.8:1 | 12.9:1 | 13.3:1 | 13.9:1 / 13.3:1 (2008) | 13.3:1 |
| Fuel injection | EFI with Keihin 38 mm (1.5 in) Throttle Bodies | DFI with Keihin 38 mm (1.5 in) Throttle Bodies (4) | DFI with four 38 mm (1.5 in) Keihin throttle bodies, oval sub-throttles, two injectors per throttle body | ||
| Transmission | 6-speed | ||||
| Final drive | X-ring Chain | ||||
| Rake/trail | 24.5 deg/3.7 in | 25 deg/4.2 in | 25.5 deg/4.3 in | 25 deg/4.3 in | 24 deg/4.0 in |
| Front wheel travel | 4.7 in (120 mm) | ||||
| Rear Wheel Travel | 5.3 in (130 mm) | 5.2 in (130 mm) | 5.3 in (130 mm) | ||
| Front Tire Size | 120/65-ZR17 | 120/70-ZR17 | |||
| Rear Tire Size | 180/55-ZR17 | ||||
| Wheelbase | 55.1 in (1,400 mm) | 54.7 in (1,390 mm) | 55.1 in (1,400 mm) | 55.3 in (1,400 mm) | 55.1 in (1,400 mm) |
| Front suspension | 41 mm (1.6 in) Inverted Cartridge Fork with Adjustable Preload, Stepless Rebound and Compression Damping | 41 mm (1.6 in) Inverted Cartridge Fork with Adjustable Preload, Stepless Rebound and Compression Damping, TiSiCN Coating | 41 mm (1.6 in) inverted cartridge fork with top-out springs, stepless rebound damping, stepless compression damping, fully-adjustable spring preload | 41 mm (1.6 in) inverted Showa Big Piston Front fork with top-out springs, stepless compression and rebound damping, fully-adjustable spring preload | |
| Rear suspension | Bottom-link Uni-Trak system with gas-charged shock, stepless rebound and compression adjustability | Uni-Trak with Adjustable Preload, Stepless Rebound and Compression Damping | Uni-Trak with Adjustable Preload, Stepless Rebound, High and Low Speed Compression Damping, and Ride Height | Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock, top-out spring and pillow ball upper mount, dual-range (high/low-speed) stepless compression damping, 25-way Adjustable rebound damping, fully-adjustable spring preload | |
| Front Brake Type | Dual 280 mm (11 in) Discs with 4-Piston Calipers | Dual 300 mm (12 in) Floating petal-type rotors with Radial Mount, Opposed 4-Piston Calipers | Dual 300 mm (12 in) petal rotors with dual radial-mounted, four-piston, four-pad calipers | ||
| Rear Brake Type | Single 220 mm (8.7 in) Disc | Single 210 mm (8.3 in) petal-type rotor with single-piston caliper | Single 220 mm (8.7 in) petal-type rotor with single-piston caliper | ||
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 4.8 US gal (18 L) | 4.5 US gal (17 L) | |||
| Seat Height | 32.5 in (830 mm) | 32.3 in (820 mm) | 32.1 in (820 mm) | ||
| Dry Weight | 389 lb (176 kg)[6] | 404 lb (183 kg)[6] | 403 lb (183 kg)[6] | 368 lb (167 kg)[7] | 368 lb (167 kg) |
| Wet Weight | 418 lb (190 kg)[6] | 431 lb (195 kg)[6] | 430 lb (200 kg)[6] | 428.5 lb (194.4 kg)[7] | |
| Colors | 2003: Black bearl, Candy Lightning Blue, Passion Red, Galaxy Silver 2004: Lime Green, Candy Thunder Blue, Pearl Blazing Orange, Galaxy Silver |
2005: Lime Green/Flat Stoic Black, Metallic Raw Titanium/Flat Stoic Black, Candy Plasma Blue/Flat Stoic Black, Pearl Magma Red/Flat Stoic Black 2006: Lime Green/Flat Sonic Black, Ebony, Candy Flat Raw Plasma Blue/Flat Sonic Black, Titanium Silver with Tribal Graphics |
2005: Lime Green 2006: Lime Green |
2007: Lime Green, Atomic Silver, Ebony, Passion Red 2008: Lime Green, Vivid Yellow, Candy Plasma Blue, Special Edition: Ebony |
2009: Lime Green, Metallic Diablo Black/Flat Super Black, Candy Surf Blue/Flat Super Black |
| Warranty | 12 months factory/12, 24, 36, 48 month plans available through Good Times Protection Plan | ||||
| MSRP | US$7,999 | US$8,699 | US$8,899 | US$8,999 | US$9,799 US$9,999 (Monster-edition) |
References
- ^ Kawasaki Weight and Measurments specifications from Sport Rider, accessed 16 December 2006
- ^ 2006 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Specifications article from Kawasaki.com
- ^ 2006 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6RR Specifications article from Kawasaki.com
- ^ 2007 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Specifications article from Kawasaki.com
- ^ 2009 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Specifications article from Kawasaki.com
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l Sport Rider specs
- ^ a b c d 2008 Supersport Shootout Motorcycle USA
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External links
- KawiForums.com
- 2006 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R from Kawasaki's official site
- 2007 ZX-6R preview from Motorcycle Daily
- 2007 Kawasaki ZX-6R - First Ride from Motorcycle USA
- First Ride: Year 2000 Kawasaki ZX-6R from Motorcycle.com
- Kawasaki ZX-6R reviews Road tests of every Kawasaki ZX-6R model since 1995