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Ninja ZX 6R Performance - 2026 Specifications and Reviews
The 2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Performance is a middleweight sport bike engineered for aggressive riders seeking razor-sharp handling and track-ready performance. Its 636cc inline-four engine delivers 126.9 horsepower with precise fuel injection, offering an ideal balance of power and agility for both road and circuit use. Known for its responsive acceleration and nimble chassis dynamics, this bike excels in competitive racing and demanding riding situations.
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General information | |
| Color Options | Lime Green/Ebony/Pearl Blizzard White Ebony/Metallic Flat Spark Black Ebony/Metallic Flat Spark Black |
| Category | Sport |
| Model | Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Performance |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Starting | Electric |
| Emission | 141.5 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.10 litres/100 km (16.4 km/l or 38.56 mpg) |
| Final Drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling System | Liquid |
| Ignition | TCBI with digital advance |
| Fuel Control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Induction | Injection. 38 mm x 4 (Keihin) with oval sub-throttles, dual injection |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x Stroke | 67.0 x 45.1 mm (2.6 x 1.8 inches) |
| Compression Ratio | 12.9:1 |
| Max Torque | 69.0 Nm (7.0 kgf-m or 50.9 ft.lbs) @ 10800 RPM |
| Engine Type | In-line four, four-stroke |
| Capacity | 636.0 ccm (38.81 cubic inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1400 mm (55.1 inches) |
| Ground Clearance | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Overall Width | 710 mm (28.0 inches) |
| Overall Length | 2025 mm (79.7 inches) |
| Overall Height | 1105 mm (43.5 inches) |
| Seat Height | 830 mm (32.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Wet Weight | 198.0 kg (436.5 pounds) |
Ninja ZX 6R Performance dimensions and frame | |
| Rear Brakes | Single disc. Single petal-type disc |
| Brake Disc Diameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Front Brakes | Double disc. Dual semi-floating petal discs |
| Rear Tyre | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Front Tyre | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear Suspension | Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock, top-out spring and pillow ball upper mount Compression damping: Stepless, dual-range (high/low-speed) Rebound damping: 25-way Spring preload:Fully adjustable (5.5-15.5 mm) |
| Front Suspension | 41 mm inverted fork with top-out springs Compression damping: Stepless Rebound damping: Stepless Spring preload: Fully adjustable (0-15 mm) |
| Trail | 101 mm (4.0 inches) |
| Frame | Twin spar, pressed aluminium |
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Other specs | |
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| Comments | Maximum power with RAM Air is 101kW {134 PS} / 13500rpm |
| Warranty | 12 months |
| Rake (fork angle) | 24.0° |
| Lubrication system | Forced lubrication, wet sump |
| Output | 126.9 HP (92.6 kW)) @ 13000 RPM |
| Year of manufacture | 2025 |
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