Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R - 2011 Specifications and Reviews
The 2011 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R is a middleweight sport bike designed for riders seeking sharp handling and responsive performance on both road and track. Powered by a 599cc liquid-cooled inline-four engine with advanced fuel injection, it delivers aggressive acceleration and refined power delivery. Known for its lightweight agility and precise chassis dynamics, the ZX-6R excels as a versatile platform for intermediate to experienced sport riders.
General information | |
| Category | Sport |
| Year | 2011 |
| Model | Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Driveline | X-Ring Chain |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Ignition | TCBI with digital advance |
| Fuel control | DOHC |
| Fuel system | Injection. DFI with four 38mm Keihin throttle bodies, oval sub-throttles, two injectors per throttle body |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x stroke | 67.0 x 42.5 mm (2.6 x 1.7 inches) |
| Compression | 13.3:1 |
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 599.00 ccm (36.55 cubic inches) |
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Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| 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 / 5.3 in. |
| Front suspension | 41 mm inverted Showa Big Piston fork with top-out springs, stepless compression and rebound damping, fully adjustable spring preload / 4.7 in. |
| Trail | 104 mm (4.1 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 24.0° |
| Frame type | Aluminum perimeter |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 17.03 litres (4.50 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,400 mm (55.1 inches) |
| Overall width | 711 mm (28.0 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,090 mm (82.3 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,115 mm (43.9 inches) |
| Seat height | 815 mm (32.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 191.1 kg (421.2 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Comments | Sport-Kawasaki Traction Control (S-KTRC) continuously monitors wheel speed, throttle position, engine rpm and a host of other data to help ensure the optimal amount of traction |
| Wheelbase | 1,425 mm (56.1 inches) |
| Rear tyre | 190/55-ZR17 |
| Front tyre | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear Suspension | Horizontal Back-link with gas-charged shock and top-out spring, stepless, dual-range (low-/high-speed) compression damping, stepless rebound damping, fully adjustable spring preload / 4.9 in. |
| Front Suspension | 43mm inverted Big Piston Fork (BPF) with DLC coating, adjustable rebound and compression damping, spring preload adjustability / 4.7 in. |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x Stroke | 76.0 x 55.0 mm (3.0 x 2.2 inches) |
| Compression | 13.0:1 |
| Model | Kawasaki Ninja ZX -10R |
| Color options | Lime Green/Ebony, Ebony/Flat Black, Candy Plasma Blue/Ebony |
| Factory warranty | 12 months |
| Starter | Electric |
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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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