Segment: Sport / Super Sport
Production years: 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002
The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R was a 636cc sports bike in the Ninja series made by the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer Kawasaki, introduced in 1995 and with similar looks and features as the 1994 ZX-9R model, which included the ram-air intake that was developed by Kawasaki with the 1990 ZX-11 model.
From its first introduction, the Kawasaki ZX-6R was constantly upgraded throughout the years as a response to the new products from other Japanese motorcycle manufacturers, such as Honda, Suzuki, and Yamaha.
As a result of strong competition from Honda, Suzuki, and Yamaha, Kawasaki decided to make a change for the late 2002 models, such as an increase in capacity of the traditional 600cc engine to a displacement of 636cc with the ZX-6R A1P model.
The A1P model featured the J series bodywork with only one notable difference, such as the 636 stickers on the fairing. As for the riders who wanted bikes for displacement-restricted racing, the manufacturer made a limited production of 599cc motorcycles, while the ZX-6R was their main mass-production middleweight sports bike.
As for performance, the 1995 Kawasaki ZX-6R with the 599cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine delivered an output power of 105 hp at 12,500 rpm and 64 Nm (47 lb-ft) of torque at 10,000 rpm.
The 2002 Kawasaki ZX-6R, with its 636cc engine, delivered an output power of 118 hp at 12,500 rpm and 69 Nm (51 lb-ft) of torque at 12,000 rpm.
engine specs | Type: | 4 cylinder, 4 stroke, liquid cooled, DOHC 16V | Displacement: | 599 cm3 | Bore X Stroke: | 2.5x1.7 in OR 64 mm | Compression Ratio: | 11.8:1 | Horsepower: | 105/12500 KW(hp)/RPM | Torque: | 47/10000 lb-ft/RPM OR 64/10000 Nm/RPM | Fuel System: | 4x36mm Mikuni carburetors |
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transmission specs | Gearbox: | 6 Speed | Clutch: | - | Primary Drive: | - | Final Drive: | Chain |
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chassis specs | Frame: | Aluminum | Front Suspension: | Telescopic fork | Rear Suspension: | Rising rate monoshock | Front Brake: | Dual 300mm discs with 6 piston calipers | Rear Brake: | Single 230mm disc with 1 piston caliper |
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dimension specs | Overall Length: | 81.3 in OR 2065 mm | Overall Width: | 28.1 in OR 714 mm | Seat Height: | 32.3 in OR 820 mm | Wheelbase: | 54.7 in OR 1389 mm | Ground Clearance: | - | Weight: | 362 lbs OR 164 kg | Fuel Capacity: | 4.5 gallons OR 17.0 L |
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tyres specs | Front: | 120/60-17 | Rear: | 170/60-17 |
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power system specs | Power pack: | - | Nominal Capacity: | - | Maximum Capacity: | - | Charger type: | - | Charging time (normal): | - | Charging time (quick): | - | Range: | - |
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