The sports motorcycle model Kawasaki ZX-6R appeared in 1995. The motorcycle was based on the developments and technologies of the older version Kawasaki ZX-9R, including the proprietary inertial boost system (Ram-Air), which gives an increase in power at high speeds. This generation received the designation ' ZX600F ' and was distinguished by a maximum power of 105 hp.
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In 1998, the model undergoes a slight restyling and receives minor technical changes. In particular, the design of the filter box was changed, due to which the maximum power increased to 108 hp. The model also received 6-piston front calipers, increased rear tire width (up to 170 mm) and new Mikuni carburettors (instead of Keihin). The factory designation of the model is ZX600G.
In 2000, the Kawasaki ZX-6R again receives updates regarding the engine (increased compression ratio, power rises to 111 hp), wheel dimensions (the front tire has slightly increased the profile, the rear has become wider - 180 mm) and electrics (a new generator, new ignition coils). Factory designation - ZX600J.
In 2002, Kawasaki released a new version with a larger displacement engine - the Kawasaki ZX-6R 636 . Factory designation - ZX636A. This model was based on the ZX600J body with the addition of "636" decals on the fairing. For competition enthusiasts, a 599 cc version was also available and was now called the Kawasaki ZX-6RR.
In 2003, the model series received another restyling. Factory designations - ZX600K, ZX600M; ZX636B. The model gets a new look, an inverted fork, 4-piston radial front calipers and an injector. Engine speed increased by 500 rpm.
2005 - another restyling of the model. Factory designation - ZX600N, ZX636C, ZX636D. The maximum engine speed was increased by an additional 1000 rpm and the compression ratio was increased to 12.9, which increased the power of the ZX636 to 130 hp. The diameter of the front brake discs was increased to 300 mm (instead of 280 mm), and the fuel tank capacity was reduced to 17 liters.
In 2007, Kawasaki no longer offers the 636 version, leaving only the 600 cc, changing its name to the familiar Kawasaki ZX-6R. Factory designation - ZX600P. The model received significant engine changes, affecting the crankshaft, increasing the compression ratio and raising the maximum power to 125 hp. The front tire size has changed to the standard size - 120/70.
In 2009, the model changes again with an updated look, the new Showa Big Piston Fork front fork. In 2010, the model receives a new clutch with a slip function. Factory designation - ZX600R.
In 2013, Kawasaki is once again offering the ZX-6R 636 as a basic version of the motorcycle, while selling the ZX-6R at a reduced price. The model also receives a traction control system (KTRC - Kawasaki Traction Control) with 3 presets "sport", "city" and "rain", an intelligent anti-lock system (KIBS - Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System), Power Mode with the ability a choice of 2 fuel cards, a new frame and a new generation of Showa BPF-SFF suspension. The maximum power of the 636 version is increased to 131 hp.
The main competitors of the Kawasaki ZX-6R in the class:
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Specifications
Specifications Kawasaki ZX-6R:
| Model | Kawasaki ZX-6R |
|---|---|
| Motorcycle type | sport |
| Release year | 1995+ |
| Frame | aluminum |
| Engine type | 4-cylinder, 4-stroke, in-line |
| Working volume | 599 cm³ - ZX-6R (RR)
636 cm³ - ZX-6R 636 |
| Bore / Stroke | 66.0 x 43.8mm - ZX600F-N
67.0 x 42.5mm - ZX600P-R 68.0 x 43.8mm - ZX636A-C 67.0 x 45.1 mm - ZX636E-F |
| Compression ratio | 11.8: 1 - ZX600F-G
12.8: 1 - ZX600J-K, ZX636A-B 12.9: 1 - ZX600N, ZX636C, ZX600R (2013+), ZX636E-F 13.3: 1 - ZX600P-R |
| Cooling | liquid |
| Number of valves per cylinder | DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder |
| Fuel supply system | Carburetor, 4x Keihin CVKD36 - ZX600F
Carburetor, 4x Mikuni BDSR 36R - ZX600G-J Injector, 4 Keihin TTK38 - ZX600K-R, ZX636 |
| Ignition type | transistor |
| Maximum power | 105.0 h.p. (77.0 kW) @ 12,500 rpm - ZX600F
108.0 h.p. (79.4 kW) @ 12000 rpm - ZX600G 111.0 h.p. (81.6 kW) @ 12,500 rpm - ZX600J 118.0 h.p. (87.0 kW) at 13000 rpm - ZX636A-B 130.0 h.p. (95.5 kW) at 14000 rpm - ZX636C 125.0 h.p. (92.0 kW) @ 14000 rpm - ZX600P 128.0 h.p. (94.0 kW) @ 14000 rpm - ZX600R 131.0 h.p. (96.4 kW) at 13500 rpm - ZX636E-F |
| Maximum torque | 65.0 Nm (6.6 kg * m) @ 10,000 rpm - ZX600F
65.7 Nm (6.7 kg * m) @ 10,000 rpm - ZX600G 65.6 Nm (6.7 kg * m) @ 10,000 rpm - ZX600J 67.0 Nm (6.8 kg * m) at 11000 rpm - ZX636A-B 70.5 Nm (7.1 kg * m) @ 11500 rpm - ZX636C 66.0 Nm (6.7 kg * m) @ 11700 rpm - ZX600P 66.7 Nm (6.8 kg * m) @ 11800 rpm - ZX600R 71.0 Nm (7.2 kg * m) @ 11500 rpm - ZX636E-F |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Drive type | chain |
| Front tire size | 120/60 ZR17 (55W) - ZX600F, ZX600G
120/65 ZR17 (56W) - ZX600J, ZX600K, ZX600N, ZX636A, ZX636B, ZX636C 120/70 ZR17 (58W) - ZX600P-R, ZX636E-F |
| Rear tire size | 160/60 ZR17 - ZX600F
170/60 ZR17 (72W) - ZX600G 180/55 ZR17 (73W) - ZX600J-R, ZX636A-F |
| Front brakes | 2 discs, 4-piston calipers - ZX600F
2 discs, 6-piston calipers - ZX600G, ZX600J, ZX636A 2 discs, 280mm, 4-piston radial calipers - ZX600K, ZX636B 2 discs, 300 mm, 4-piston radial calipers - ZX600N-R, ZX636C-D 2 discs, 310 mm, 4-piston radial calipers - ZX600R (2013+), ZX636E (ZX636F - KIBS ABS) |
| Rear brakes | 1 disc, 220mm, 1-piston caliper (ZX636F - KIBS ABS) |
| Front suspension | 41mm telescopic fork (fully adjustable), 120mm travel - ZX600F-ZX600J, ZX636A
41mm inverted fork (fully adjustable), 120mm travel - ZX600K-ZX600R, ZX636B-ZX636E |
| Rear suspension | linkage Uni-Trak with monoshock (adjustable), stroke - 135 mm |
| Motorcycle length | 2115 mm - ZX600F
2025 mm - ZX600G, ZX600K, ZX636B 2030 mm - ZX600J, ZX636A 2065 mm - ZX600N, ZX636C 2105 mm - ZX600P 2090 mm - ZX600R 2085 mm - ZX600R (2013+), ZX636E-F |
| Motorcycle width | 690 mm - ZX600F
715 mm - ZX600G, ZX600N, ZX636C 730 mm - ZX600J, ZX636A 720 mm - ZX600K, ZX636B, ZX600P 710 mm - ZX600R 705 mm - ZX600R (2013+), ZX636E-F |
| Motorcycle height | 1130 mm - ZX600F
1160 mm - ZX600G 1175 mm - ZX600J, ZX636A 1100 mm - ZX600K, ZX636B 1110 mm - ZX600N, ZX636C 1125 mm - ZX600P 1115 mm - ZX600R, ZX636E-F |
| Wheelbase | 1415 mm - ZX600F
1400 mm - ZX600G, ZX600J, ZX636A, ZX600K, ZX636B, ZX600R 1390 mm - ZX600N, ZX636C 1405 mm - ZX600P 1395 mm - ZX600R (2013+), ZX636E-F |
| Saddle height | 810 mm - ZX600F
815 mm - ZX600G, ZX600R 820 mm - ZX600J, ZX636A, ZX600N, ZX636C, ZX600P 825 mm - ZX600K, ZX636B 830 mm - ZX600R (2013+), ZX636E-F |
| Minimum ground clearance | 120 mm - ZX600F, ZX600N, ZX636C, ZX600R
140mm - ZX600G 145 mm - ZX600J, ZX636A 130 mm - ZX600K, ZX636B, ZX600R (2013+), ZX636E-F 125 mm - ZX600P |
| Acceleration to 100 km / h | 3.02-3.42 sec. |
| Maximum speed | 248-264 km / h |
| Motorcycle weight (curb) | 206 kg - ZX600F
200 kg - ZX600G, ZX600P 196 kg - ZX600J 199 kg - ZX636A 188 kg - ZX600K, ZX636B 192 kg - ZX600N, ZX636C, ZX600R (2013+), ZX636E 191 kg - ZX600R 194 kg - ZX636F (ABS) |
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