Kawasaki NINJA ZX-6R - DATASHEET 2011 User Manual

41 mm Showa BP Forks, 300 mm
Petal Discs, Radial Mount Callipers
ZX600RBF
Engine Type
Inline 4-Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC 16-Valves
Displacement
599 cm³
Bore & Stroke
67.0 x 42.5 mm
Compression Ratio
13.3:1
Fuel System
Fuel Injection, 38 mm x 4 with oval sub throttles, dual injectors
Ignition
TCBI Digital Electronic Fuel Injection
Transmission
6-Speed, Cassette Style with Back Torque Limiting Clutch
Rake/Trail
24.0°/ 103 mm
Front Wheel Travel
120 mm
Rear Wheel Travel
134 mm
Front Tire Size
120/70-ZR17
Rear Tire Size
180/55-ZR17
Front Suspension
41mm Inverted BPF-Type Fork with Adjustable Preload, Stepless
Compression and Rebound Damping
Rear Suspension
Uni-Trak with Adjustable Preload, 25-Way Rebound, Stepless High and
Low Speed Compression Damping Adjustment and Adjustable Ride
Height
Wheelbase
1,400 mm
Front Brake
Dual 300 mm semi-oating petal discs, dual radial-mounted, opposed
4-pistons Nissan Callipers
Rear Brake
220 mm single petal disc with single piston calliper
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.0 litres
Ground Clearance
125 mm
Seat Height
815 mm
Curb Mass
191 kg (includes full fuel tank and all uids at correct levels)
Colours x 2
Lime Green (777) with Ebony (H8)
Ebony (H8) with Flat Ebony (32N)
(Specications subject to change without notice.)
Key Features:
599 cm³, Inline 4-Cylinder, Liquid-Cooled
Öhlins Steering Damper
2011
Specications:
Ninja ZX-6R
Winner 2010
Australian
Superstock 600
Championship

Kawasaki NINJA ZX-6R - DATASHEET 2011 Specifications

General

Year	2011
Manufacturer	Kawasaki
Model	NINJA ZX-6R
Displacement	599 cc
Bore x Stroke	67.0 x 42.5 mm
Compression Ratio	13.3:1
Fuel System	Fuel injection: Ø 38 mm x 4 (Keihin)
Ignition	TCBI with digital advance
Starting System	Electric
Lubrication	Forced lubrication, wet sump
Final Drive	Sealed chain
Frame Type	Aluminum perimeter
Front Tire	120/70ZR17M/C (58W)
Rear Tire	180/55ZR17M/C (73W)
Engine Type	4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, four valves per cylinder, inline-four
Transmission	6-speed
Front Suspension	41 mm inverted fork with stepless compression and rebound damping, adjustable spring preload
Rear Suspension	Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock
Front Brakes	Dual 300 mm petal discs
Rear Brakes	Single 220 mm petal disc
Overall Length	2, 090 mm (82.3 in)
Overall Width	710 mm
Overall Height	1, 115 mm
Wheelbase	1, 400 mm
Seat Height	815 mm
Curb Weight	191 kg
Fuel Capacity	17 litres (4.5 US gal)
Color Options	Lime Green
Category	Sportbike

Summary

Key Features

Engine Specifications

Details the 599 cm³, Inline 4-Cylinder, Liquid-Cooled engine.

Öhlins Steering Damper

Highlights the Öhlins steering damper for precise handling.

Front Suspension and Brakes

Details 41mm Showa BP Forks and 300mm Petal Discs with radial calipers.

Engine Technology

Ultra-Compact, Low-Friction Engine

Focuses on engine design for increased horsepower and reduced friction.

Ram Air Induction

Explains the rigid Ram Air duct system for improved intake efficiency.

Digital Fuel Injection

Covers dual-bore velocity stacks and fine atomising injectors for optimal performance.

TCBI Ignition System

Details TCBI ignition with digital advance for optimized engine management.

Chassis and Drivetrain

Titanium Exhaust System

Describes the exhaust boosting low-end power and centralizing mass.

Cassette Transmission

Highlights the removable 6-speed close-ratio transmission for quick changes.

Back-Torque Limiting Clutch

Explains the slipper clutch to prevent rear wheel hop during deceleration.

Aluminum Perimeter Frame

Details the frame's stiffness balance for superb handling and stability.

Uni-Trak Rear Suspension

Covers the Uni-Trak system with adjustable damping for exceptional handling.

Showa BPF Inverted Fork

Describes the Big Piston Fork (BPF) for improved damping performance.

Rider Interface and Systems

High Performance Brake System

Details radial-mounted 4-piston calipers for improved brake feel.

Aerodynamic Bodywork

Explains bodywork design for unity, wind protection, and stability.

Optimium Ergonomics

Focuses on handlebar position and seat design for rider comfort.

Advanced Electronic Instrumentation

Describes the hybrid instrument layout with analog tachometer and digital display.

Immobiliser System

Details the ECU controlled key recognition immobiliser system for security.