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Professional rider(s) on a closed course.
- 2024 MODEL
- 2023
For the Fearless
Professional rider(s) on a closed course.
- 2023 NINJA® ZX™-6R
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MSRP NON-ABS
$10,699 - $10,999
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MSRP ABS
$11,999
Destination Charge $435
Commodity Surcharge $300
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Specifications and pricing are subject to change.
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MODEL SPECS |
Metallic Matte Graphenesteel Gray/Metallic Diablo Black
Available in ABS and Non-ABS. Special color and premium paint finish (MSRP Non-ABS: $10,999; MSRP ABS: $11,999)
Metallic Matte Twilight Blue/Metallic Diablo Black
Available in Non-ABS only.
Powerful track-ready
636cc engine
Fast & Smooth
Kawasaki Quick Shifter
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Engine Management Technology
- Assist & Slipper Clutch
- Dual Throttle Valves
- Economical Riding Indicator
- KTRC (Kawasaki Traction Control)
- KQS (Kawasaki Quick Shifter)
- Power Modes
Chassis Management Technology
- KIBS (Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System)
Engine | 4-stroke, In-Line Four, DOHC, 16-valve, liquid-cooled |
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Displacement | 636cc |
Bore x Stroke | 67.0 x 45.1mm |
Compression Ratio | 12.9:1 |
Fuel System | DFI® w/38mm Keihin throttle bodies (4) and oval sub-throttles |
Ignition | TCBI with digital advance |
Transmission | 6-speed, return shift |
Final Drive | Sealed chain |
Electronic Rider Aids | Kawasaki TRaction Control (KTRC), Power Mode, Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System (KIBS), Kawasaki Quick Shifter (KQS) (upshift only) |
Front Suspension / Wheel Travel | 41mm inverted Showa SFF-BP fork with top-out springs, stepless compression and rebound damping, adjustable spring preload/4.7 in |
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Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel | Bottom-link Uni-Trak® with gas-charged shock, stepless compression damping adjustment, 25-way adjustable rebound damping, fully adjustable spring preload/5.9 in |
Front Tire | 120/70 ZR17 |
Rear Tire | 180/55 ZR17 |
Front Brakes | Dual 310mm petal discs with dual radial-mounted, Nissin 4-piston, monobloc calipers and KIBS ABS |
Rear Brakes | Single 220mm petal discs with single-piston caliper and KIBS ABS |
Frame Type | Aluminum perimeter |
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Rake/Trail | 23.5°/4.0 in |
Overall Length | 79.7 in. |
Overall Width | 28.0 in |
Overall Height | 43.3 in. |
Ground Clearance | 5.1 in |
Seat Height | 32.7 in |
Curb Weight | 430.0 lb.* |
Fuel Capacity | 4.5 gal |
Wheelbase | 55.1 in. |
Color Choices | Metallic Matte Twilight Blue/Metallic Diablo Black & Metallic Matte Graphenesteel Gray/Metallic Diablo Black |
Warranty | 12 Month Limited Warranty |
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*Curb weight includes all necessary materials and fluids to operate correctly, full tank of fuel (more than 90 percent capacity) and tool kit (if supplied). When equipped, California evaporative emissions equipment adds approximately 2.2 lb.
KAWASAKI CARES: Read Owner's Manual and all on-product warnings. Always wear a helmet, eye protection and proper apparel. Never ride under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Adhere to the maintenance schedule in your Owner’s Manual. ©2024 Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
Specifications subject to change.
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Based on feedback from racing activities, the Assist & Slipper Clutch uses two types of cams (an assist cam and a slipper cam) to either drive the clutch hub and operating plate together or apart.
Under normal operation, the assist cam functions as a self-servo mechanism, pulling the clutch hub and operating plate together to compress the clutch plates. This allows the total clutch spring load to be reduced, resulting in a lighter clutch lever feel when operating the clutch.
When excessive engine braking occurs – as a result of quick downshifts (or an accidental downshift) – the slipper cam comes into play, forcing the clutch hub and operating plate apart. This relieves pressure on the clutch plates to reduce back-torque and helps prevent the rear tire from hopping and skidding. This race-style function is particularly useful when sport or track riding.
Assist & Slipper Clutch
Late-model sport bikes often use large-bore throttle bodies to generate high levels of power. However, with large diameter throttles, when a rider suddenly opens the throttle, the unrestricted torque response can be strong. Dual throttle valve technology was designed to tame engine response while contributing to performance.
On models with dual throttle valves, there are two throttle valves per cylinder: in addition to the main valves, which are physically linked to the throttle grip and controlled by the rider, a second set of valves, opened and closed by the ECU, precisely regulates intake airflow to ensure a natural, linear response. With the air passing through the throttle bodies becoming smoother, combustion efficiency is improved and power is increased.
Dual Throttle Valves
Using high-precision electronic control for engine management, Kawasaki models can achieve a high level of fuel efficiency. However, fuel consumption is greatly affected by throttle use, gear selection, and other elements under the rider's control. The Economical Riding Indicator is a function that indicates when current riding conditions are consuming a low amount of fuel. The system continuously monitors fuel consumption, regardless of vehicle speed, engine speed, throttle position and other riding conditions. When fuel consumption is low for a given speed (i.e. fuel efficiency is high), an "ECO" mark appears on the instrument panel's LCD screen. By riding so that the "ECO" mark remains on, fuel consumption can be reduced.
While effective vehicle speed and engine speed may vary by model, paying attention to conditions that cause the "ECO" mark to appear can help riders improve their fuel efficiency – a handy way to increase cruising range. Further, keeping fuel consumption low also helps minimize negative impact on the environment.
Economical Riding Indicator
KTRC, Kawasaki's advanced traction control system provides both enhanced sport riding performance and the peace of mind to negotiate slippery surfaces with confidence. Multiple rider-selectable modes (the number of modes varies by model) offer progressively greater levels of intrusion to suit the riding situation and rider preference.
Less intrusive modes maintain optimum traction during cornering. Designed with sport riding in mind, they facilitate acceleration out of corners by maximizing forward drive from the rear wheel. And because Kawasaki’s sophisticated software bases its dynamic analysis on the chassis’ orientation relative to the track surface (rather than relative to a horizontal plane), it is able to take into account corner camber, gradient, etc., and adapt accordingly.
In the more intrusive modes (and for some models, in any mode), when excessive wheel spin is detected, engine output is reduced to allow grip to be regained, effectively enabling riders to negotiate both short, slippery patches (train tracks or manhole covers) and extended stretches of bad roads (wet pavement, cobblestone, gravel) with confidence.
Models equipped with IMU incorporate chassis-orientation feedback to offer even more precise management.
KTRC (Kawasaki Traction Control)
Designed to help riders maximize their acceleration on the track by enabling clutchless upshifts with the throttle fully open, KQS detects that the shift lever has been actuated and sends a signal to the ECU to cut ignition so that the next gear can be engaged without having to use the clutch. On models that offer clutchless downshifts, during deceleration the system automatically controls engine speed so that the next lower gear can be selected without operating the clutch.
KQS (Kawasaki Quick Shifter)
Models equipped with multiple Power Modes offer riders an easily selectable choice of engine power delivery to suit riding conditions or preference. In addition to Full Power mode, one (Low) or two (Middle, Low) alternate mode(s) in which maximum power is limited and throttle response is milder are provided.
Power Modes
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Kawasaki developed KIBS to take into account the particular handling characteristics of supersport motorcycles, ensuring highly efficient braking with minimal intrusion during sport riding. It is the first mass-production brake system to link the ABS ECU (Electronic Control Unit) and engine ECU.
In addition to front and rear wheel speed, KIBS monitors front brake caliper hydraulic pressure, throttle position, engine speed, clutch actuation and gear position. This diverse information is analyzed to determine the ideal front brake hydraulic pressure. Through precise control, hydraulic pressure is modulated in much smaller increments than with standard ABS systems. The system limits rear wheel lift under heavy braking and takes downshifting into account while braking, allowing the rider to manage the rear brake. And because of the finer control, kickback to the brake lever is minimal, resulting in a very natural feeling.
KIBS (Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System)
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