Sportbikes
2017Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R KRT Edition
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The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R KRT Edition is built for the committed sport rider who wants track-ready sharpness with enough manners for fast road work. Its 636 cc in-line four thrives on revs, delivering 131 hp at 13,500 rpm through a taut twin-spar aluminium chassis. It is best known for its racing-inspired KRT livery and middleweight supersport poise.
- Capacity
- 636.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 206.0 kg
- Seat height
- 830 mm
- Power
- 131.0 HP (97.7 kW) @ 13500 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily for track days and aggressive sport riding, with road use as a secondary compromise.
- Built for
- A precise, revvy in-line four supersport that rewards skillful riding with sharp handling and a thrilling top-end rush.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for new riders, commuters wanting comfort, or anyone planning long-distance touring or carrying passengers regularly.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 636.0 ccm
- Power
- 131.0 HP (97.7 kW) @ 13500 RPM
- Torque
- 71.0 Nm (7.2 kgf-m) @ 11500 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.6359 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 67.0 x 45.1 mm
- Compression
- 12.9:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- TCBI with digital advance and Sport-Kawasaki Traction Control (S-KTRC)
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, wet sump with oil cooler
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc, manual
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1395 mm
- Overall length
- 2085 mm
- Overall width
- 705 mm
- Overall height
- 1115 mm
- Seat height
- 830 mm
- Wet weight
- 206.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 17.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 130 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Twin spar, pressed-aluminium
- Front suspension
- 41 mm inverted fork with top-out springs. Compression damping
- Rear suspension
- Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock. Compression damping
- Front wheel travel
- 119 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 140 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 23.5°
- Trail
- 101 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Floating discs. Optional ABS.
- Front brakes diameter
- 310 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Optional ABS.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- ABS
- Optional
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Lime Green/Ebony
- Comments
- 101 kW {137 PS} at 13,500 rpm with RAM air. Traction control. Small windscreen.
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2017 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 636 cc | 636 cc |
| Seat height | 830 mm | 830 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 17 L | 17 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R KRT Edition?
The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R KRT Edition has a Capacity of 636.0 ccm (38.81 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R KRT Edition have?
The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R KRT Edition has a Power of 131.0 HP (97.7 kW) @ 13500 RPM.
How many gears does the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R KRT Edition have?
The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R KRT Edition has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R KRT Edition?
The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R KRT Edition has a Torque of 71.0 Nm (7.2 kgf-m or 52.4 ft.lbs) @ 11500 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R KRT Edition weigh?
The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R KRT Edition has a Wet weight of 206.0 kg (454.2 pounds).
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