Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Monster Energy - 2009 Specifications and Reviews
The 2009 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Monster Energy is a middleweight sportbike designed for track-focused riders seeking sharp handling and responsive performance. Powered by a 599cc liquid-cooled inline-four engine, it delivers aggressive acceleration and precision cornering through its aluminum perimeter frame and aggressive geometry. This model is best known for delivering supersport-level performance in a more accessible, manageable package.
General information | |
| Category | Sport |
| Year | 2009 |
| Model | Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Monster Energy |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel control | DOHC |
| Fuel system | Injection. 24 deg / 4.0 in. |
| 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) |
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 / 5.2 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 |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 17.03 litres (4.50 gallons) |
| 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) |
Other specs | |
| Color options | Metallic Diablo Black with special Monster Energy® graphics |
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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.
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