Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R - 2009 Specifications and Reviews
The 2009 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R is a middleweight supersport designed for track-focused riders seeking sharp handling and responsive performance. Its 599cc inline-four engine delivers aggressive acceleration through a 6-speed transmission, while advanced features like DFI fuel injection and liquid cooling ensure reliability. Best known for its nimble cornering ability and competitive pricing in the middleweight sport class.
General information | |
| Category | Sport |
| Year | 2009 |
| Model | Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Starter | Electric |
| Ignition | TCBI with digital advance |
| Fuel control | DOHC |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Fuel system | Injection. DFI® with four 38mm Keihin throttle bodies, oval sub-throttles, two injectors per throttle body |
| Bore x stroke | 67.0 x 42.5 mm (2.6 x 1.7 inches) |
| Compression | 13.3:1 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | In-line four |
| Capacity: | 599.00 ccm (36.55 cubic inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Wheelbase | 1,400 mm (55.1 inches) |
| Seat height | 820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Dry weight | 191.1 kg (421.2 pounds) |
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R dimensions and frame | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front brakes diameter | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear suspension | Bottom-Link Uni-Trak® with gas-charged shock, top-out spring and pillow ball upper mount, dual-range (high/low-speed) stepless compression damping, 25-way adjustable rebound damping, fully-adjustable spring preload / 5.2 in. |
| Front suspension | 41 mm inverted Showa Big Piston Front fork with top-out springs, stepless compression and rebound damping, fully-adjustable spring preload / 4.7 in. |
| Trail | 102 mm (4.0 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 24.0° |
| Frame type | Aluminum perimeter |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Color options | Lime Green, Metallic Diablo Black/Flat Super Black, Candy Surf Blue/Flat Super Black |
| Fuel capacity | 17.03 litres (4.50 gallons) |
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⚠ Safety Recalls (1)
KAWASAKI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2011 NINJA ZX-10R, AND 2009-2012 NINJA ZX-6R MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED FROM DECEMBER 14, 2007 THROUGH JULY 26, 2011. DUE TO A MANUFACTURING ERROR, THE REGULATOR/RECTIFIER MAY INSUFFICIENTLY CHARGE THE BATTERY.
Risk: IF THE BATTERY DISCHARGES, THE MOTORCYCLE MAY STALL WITHOUT WARNING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: KAWASAKI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE VOLTAGE REGULATOR, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 24, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KAWASAKI AT 949-770-0400.
Source: NHTSA. View all Kawasaki recalls →
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