2009 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R

KAWASAKI NINJA ZX-6R HIGHLIGHTS

Price : $9,799.00
Bodystyle : Super Bike
Warranty : 12 months
Manufacturer Country : Japan
Model Year : 2009
Displacement (cc) : 599
Engine Type : Horizontal In-line

VEHICLE REVIEW

2009 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R
Precise control and abundant mid range torque provide maximum excitement. To truly push the envelope, a rider needs a calm yet responsive sportbike with precision control feel and confidence-inspiring manners. That machine is perfectly embodied by the new 2009 Ninja® ZX™-6R. Thanks to an extensive overhaul by the Kawasaki engineers; weight shaving, improving mass centralization, refining engine and chassis behavior, adding a revolutionary front fork design; the new leaner, more precise Ninja ZX-6R delivers the elusive calm and confident handling that top racers need.

Fine-tuning the chassis and tightening its mass centralization resulted in lighter handling to make it even easier to tip this ZX-6R into a corner. To optimize front-rear rigidity balance, the engineers revised frame stiffness around the swingarm pivot and the rear engine mounts. The engine was rotated around the output shaft to offer a steeper cylinder bank angle and raise its CG by 16mm. A new exhaust layout with a short side muffler lowers the weight previously located under the seat and an exhaust pre-chamber further contributes to the new ZX-6R’s mass centralization.The new Ninja ZX-6R’s leaner physique is fundamental to its lighter handling. Both the engine and chassis were evaluated to reduce weight. The intake resonator box and supports for the instrument panel and mirrors are now unitized with the enlarged –to optimize intake volume – Ram Air duct, contributing to weight savings and improving rigidity. New camshafts are now made of lighter SCM, and lightweight magnesium replaces aluminum for the engine covers. Revised internal gears – transmission, oil pump and starter – are lighter without compromising strength. Adjusting several mounting plates and the coolant reservoir locations helped shave additional weight.
In addition to healthier bottom-end torque and smoother throttle response, the engine’s mid-range performance was increased via a similar number of refinements, including; new double-bore velocity stacks with inlets at two different heights, pistons with new profiles and improved crown finishing, and reduced mechanical loss by decreasing piston ring tension and revising the cam chain guides to better stabilize the motion of the chain. A new exhaust collector layout rounds out the major changes. The stronger mid-range torque provides greater drive out of corners and is harmonized with the engine’s silky smooth high-rpm performance. This linear throttle torque delivery results in improved controllability and offers the rider more precise throttle control at all rpm. This predictability pays dividends when making mid-corner power adjustments. When combined with the reduced need to downshift provided by its healthy mid-range performance, the predictable throttle response makes it easier for riders to maintain their rhythm when stringing corners together. Highly confidence inspiring, the engine and chassis control precision offered by the new Ninja ZX-6R enables riders to push harder and maximize the excitement that comes from actively controlling such a high-performance track-focused machine.

STANDARD FEATURES

New fairing offers better wind protection and was designed to minimize the effects of cross winds

Position lamps are now integral with the projector beam headlights; the new Ninja ZX-6R now features dual position lamps like the ZX-10R

New one-piece fender (previously a three-piece construction) offers improved aerodynamics

New inner fender above the swingarm helps to reduce turbulence and keep the undertail clean

Revised front brake hose routing with a three-way joint at the lower triple-clamp facilitates bleeding air from the brake lines

Similar in design to that of the ZX-10R, the new instrument panel gives at-a-glance information to the rider

OVERVIEW SPECIFICATIONS

ENGINE

(Lightweight engine, to help out the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R at the best)

Camshafts are now made of SCM - saving approximately 400g

Lightweight magnesium engine covers are standard and save approximately 610g over aluminum units

Revised top injector mounting plate saves approximately 80g

Narrower transmission gears and revised gear dog shape provide a 170g weight savings, without compromising rigidity

Oil pump and starter gears are machined to use less metal, shedding approximately 70g

New inlet pressure pulse monitor enables deletion of the cam angle sensor, further contributing to engine weight reduction

Coolant reservoir relocated and redesigned, the new shape and shorter tube save approximately 150g

Revised and relocated heat pads contribute another 170g to weight savings

Reshaped secondary air passages through the cylinder head contribute to more efficient cleaning of exhaust emissions

Cassette-type transmission makes it easy to quickly swap gear ratios, reducing set-up time at the track

Bore (in) : 2.64
Bore (mm) : 67
Carburetion Brand : Keihin
Compression Ratio : 13.31
Cooling : Liquid
Cylinders : 4
Displacement (cc) : 599
Displacement (ci) : 36.6
Engine Configuration : Horizontal In-line
Engine Type : 4-Stroke
Fuel Injector : Yes
Fuel Injector Size (mm) : 38
Fuel System Type : Fuel Injected
Ram Air Induction : Yes
Starter : Electric
Stroke (in) : 1.67
Stroke (mm) : 42.5
Valve Configuration : DOHC
Valves : 16
Valves Per Cylinder : 4

TRANSMISSION

Number Of Speeds : 6
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel) : Chain
Reverse : No
Transmission Type : Manual

SUSPENSION & STEERING

ZX-6R features the first production-use of Showa’s new Big Piston Front fork (BPF) design

The BPF eliminates many of the internal components used in a cartridge-type fork, simplifying construction and resulting in lighter overall fork weight

The large-diameter of the BPF’s internal piston allows a reduction in damping pressure, for better feedback and smoother action

The ZX-6R swingarm uses many of the same parts as the ZX-10R; both left and right inner plates, the left outer plate, rear stand bosses, brake caliper stopper, chain guard and swingarm pivot shaft

Greatly improves braking and initial corner turn-in

A race quality adjustable Öhlins steering damper with relief valve and twin-tube design is fitted as standard equipment

Air Adjustable : No
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load : Yes
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping : Yes
Front Central Suspension Strut : No
Front Fork Diameter (in) : 1.6
Front Fork Diameter (mm) : 41
Front Suspension Brand Name : Showa
Front Suspension Type : Inverted Fork
Front Travel (in) : 4.7
Front Travel (mm) : 119.4
Number Rear Shock Absorbers : 1
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping : Yes
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load : Yes
Rear Suspension Brand Name : UNI-TRAK
Rear Suspension Type : Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Swingarm Material : Aluminum
Rear Travel (in) : 5.2
Rear Travel (mm) : 132.1
Steering Damper : Yes

WHEELS

Front Wheel Diameter : 17
Rear Wheel Diameter : 17
Tube / Tubeless : Tubeless
Wheels Composition : Aluminum

Wheelbase(in) : 55.1

TIRES

Front Tire (Full Spec) : 120/70 ZR17
Front Tire Aspect Ratio : 70
Front Tire Speed Rating : Z
Front Tire Width : 120
Rear Tire (Full Spec) : 180/55 ZR17
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio : 55
Rear Tire Speed Rating : Z
Rear Tire Width : 180

BRAKES

New 220mm rear petal disc is 10mm larger

Revised rear brake lever is now mounted coaxially with the footpeg for increased mid-stroke braking efficiency and improved feeling

Front Brake Diameter (in) : 11.8
Front Brake Diameter (mm) : 300
Front Brake Type : Dual Disc
Front Caliper Pistons : 4
Rear Brake Diameter (in) : 8.7
Rear Brake Diameter (mm) : 220
Rear Brake Type : Disc
Rear Caliper Pistons : 1

SEATS

Adjustable : No
Detachable Passenger Seat : Standard
Grab Rail or Strap : Standard
Number Of Seats : 2
Seat Height (in) : 32.3
Seat Height (mm) : 820.4
Seat Location : Driver and Passenger
Seat Material : Vinyl
Seat Specifications : Standard
Seat Type : Two-Piece

BODYWORK

Adjustable : No
Belt Guard : No
Body Material : Plastic
Brush Guard : No
Chain Guard : Yes
Construction : Standard
Drive Shaft Cover : No
Drive Shaft Guard : No
Exterior Covers : Standard
Exterior Guards : Standard
Foot Peg Location : Driver and Passenger
Foot Peg Material : Aluminum
Fork Guards : No
Frame : Aluminum
Front Fender : Standard
Front Fender Material : Plastic
Hand Grip Material : Rubber
Hand Grips : Standard
Hand Guards : No
Heel Guards : No
License Plate : Standard
Light Guard : No
Lower Fairing : Standard
Rear Fender : Standard
Rear Fender Material : Plastic
Rearview Mirrors Folding : Yes
Saddle Bag Guard : No
Spoiler : Standard
Stand : Standard
Stand Type : Kick
Upper Fairing : Standard

FUEL CAPACITY

Fuel Capacity (gal) : 4.5
Fuel Capacity (l) : 17

DIMENSIONS

Capacities : Standard
Dimensions : Standard
Dry Weight (kg) : 167
Dry Weight (lbs) : 368.2
Handlebar Lock : Standard
Height (in) : 43.9
Height (mm) :1115
Model Y ear : 2009
Length (in) : 82.3
Length (mm) : 2090
Major Revision Year : 2009
Manufacturer Country : Japan
Manufacturer Type : Super Bike
MIC Model Segment : ON-HWY Sport Bike 501-750cc
Product Type : Motorcycle / Scooter
Rake (degrees) : 25
Revision Status : Upgraded
Trail (in) : 4
Trail (mm) : 101.6
Weight : Standard
Wet Weight (kg) : 191.1
Wet Weight (lbs) : 421.2
Wheelbase (in) : 55.1
Wheelbase (mm) : 1399.5
Width (in) : 27.8
Width (mm) : 705