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Ninja ZX-6R

The 636 middleweight that punches up a class.

Starting price

$11,299

Our rating

★★★★★★★★★★4.6
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R

128 hp

Max power

260 km/h

Top speed

3.3 s

0–100 km/h

198 kg

Kerb weight

The short version

Is the Ninja ZX-6R for you?

Best for middleweight fans who want supersport thrills with everyday usability.

  • 636 cc inline-four
  • KQS quickshifter
  • Traction control
Colours:Lime GreenMetallic Spark Black

Pros

  • Extra torque from 636 cc
  • Sharp trackday chassis
  • Strong value for the segment

Cons

  • Peaky top-end delivery
  • No cruise control

Full specifications

Engine

Displacement
636 cc
Configuration
Inline-4, DOHC
Max power
128 hp @ 13,000 rpm
Max torque
71 Nm @ 10,800 rpm
Cooling
Liquid-cooled
Gearbox
6-speed, KQS quickshifter

Performance

Top speed
260 km/h
0–100 km/h
3.3 s
Economy / range
18 km/l
Kerb weight
198 kg

Chassis & Brakes

Frame
Aluminium perimeter
Front suspension
Showa SFF-BP 41 mm
Rear suspension
Uni-Trak gas-charged shock
Front brake
Dual 310 mm, Nissin monobloc
Rear brake
Single 220 mm
Tyres
Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22

Dimensions

Seat height
830 mm
Fuel / battery
17 L
Wheelbase
1400 mm
Ground clearance
130 mm

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