2019 Kawasaki ZX-6R
Kawasaki has uprated their 636cc ZX-6R for 2019 with a swag of new features to add more appeal to the machine for the new model year.
On the styling front, fresh new bodywork sees the Ninja wear a new twin LED front end and cowling.
The seat is also changed for 2019 as is the tail section.
With ram-air Kawasaki claim a peak power figure of 134 horsepower at 13,500 rpm from the 12.9:1 compression motor which is now Euro4 compliant.
Peak torque is 71 Nm at 11,000 rpm and is matched to shorter overall gearing (one less tooth on the front), to provide a greater sensation of acceleration.
A slipper clutch is stock fitment while the suite of standard electronic rider aids include KTRC traction control.
Kawasaki’s intelligent anti-lock braking system (KIBS) plus the convenience of power modes selection and a shift-light.
The ZX-6R now gets a quickshifter and updated instruments while the clutch lever is now five-position span adjustable.
The chassis is suspended by Showa BFF separate function front forks and Kawasaki promise sporty but comfortable ergonomics.
Four-piston Nissin monobloc calipers and 310 mm front disc rotors take care of the stopping duties with pressure controlled via a radial master cylinder.
A revised seat-lock mechanism releases the front seat instead of the rear seat, enabling easy access to the battery.
Pre-wiring for a DC power source behind the cockpit’s inner fairing offers a convenient power supply for accessories.
An Öhlins steering damper is an optional extra, as are axle sliders and a colour coded pillion seat cover.
| Engine | ||||||
| Engine type | Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke In-Line Four | |||||
| Displacement | 636 cm³ | |||||
| Compression ratio | 12.9:1 | |||||
| Valve system | DOHC, 16 valves | |||||
| Fuel system | Fuel injection: Ø38 mm x 4 with oval sub-throttles | |||||
| Ignition | Digital | |||||
| Starting System | Electric | |||||
| Lubrication | Forced lubrication, wet sump with oil cooler | |||||
| Performance / Transmission | |||
| Maximum power | 95.4 kW (130 PS) / 13,500 rpm | ||
| Maximum power with RAM air | 100 kW (136 PS) / 13,500 rpm | ||
| Fuel consumption | 5.5 l/100 km | ||
| CO2 emission | 149 g/km | ||
| Maximum torque | 70.8 Nm 7.2 kgfm / 11,000 rpm | ||
| Transmission | 6-speed | ||
| Final drive | Sealed chain | ||
| Primary Reduction Ratio | 1.900 (76/40) | ||
| Gear Ratios 1st | 2.846 (37/13) | ||
| Gear Ratios 2nd | 2.200 (33/15) | ||
| Gear Ratios 3rd | 1.850 (37/20) | ||
| Gear Ratios 4th | 1.600 (32/20) | ||
| Gear Ratios 5th | 1.421 (27/19) | ||
| Gear Ratios 6th | 1.300 (26/20) | ||
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc, manual | ||
| Brakes & Suspension | ||
| Brakes, front | Dual semi-floating 310 mm (x t5 mm) petal discs. Caliper: dual radial-mount, monobloc, opposed 4-piston | |
| Brakes, rear | Single 220 mm (x t5 mm) petal disc. Caliper: single-bore pin-slide, aluminium piston | |
| Suspension, front | 41 mm inverted fork (SFF-BP) with rebound and compression damping and spring preload adjustability, and top-out springs | |
| Suspension, rear | Bottom-Link Uni Trak, gas-charged shock with piggyback reservoir, compression and rebound damping and spring preload adjustability | |
| Frame & Dimensions | ||
| Frame type | win spar, cast aluminium | |
| Trail | 101 mm | |
| Wheel travel front | 120 mm | |
| Wheel travel rear | 151 mm | |
| Tyre, front | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) | |
| Tyre, rear | 180/55ZR17M/C (75W) | |
| Steering angle, left / right | 27° / 27° | |
| L x W x H | 2,025 x 710 x 1,100 mm | |
| Wheelbase | 1,400 mm | |
| Ground clearance | 130 mm | |
| Fuel capacity | 17 litres | |
| Seat height | 830 mm | |
| Curb mass | 196 kg | |
