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2017Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Performance
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The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Performance is a higher-spec version of Kawasaki's 636cc supersport bike. Its liquid-cooled in-line four makes 131 hp and 71 Nm through a six-speed gearbox. An 830 mm seat, 192 kg wet weight and a 17-litre tank make it a track-capable road bike.
- Capacity
- 636.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 192.0 kg
- Seat height
- 830 mm
- Power
- 131.0 HP (96.4 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily for track days and aggressive cornering, with road use as a secondary, less comfortable compromise.
- Built for
- A precise, revvy middleweight supersport that thrives on corner speed, sharp inputs, and a howling inline-four soundtrack near redline.
- Not ideal for
- This is not the right bike for riders wanting a relaxed commute, long-distance touring comfort, or any kind of off-road capability.
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 (96.4 kW)
- Torque
- 71.0 Nm (7.2 kgf-m) @ 11500 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.6823 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
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, wet sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1395 mm
- Overall length
- 2090 mm
- Overall width
- 711 mm
- Overall height
- 1115 mm
- Seat height
- 830 mm
- Wet weight
- 192.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 17.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 130 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Perimeter, pressed-aluminium
- Front suspension
- 41 mm inverted fork with top-out springs Compression damping: Stepless Rebound damping: Stepless Spring preload: Fully adjustable (0-15 mm)
- 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)
- Rake (fork angle)
- 24.0°
- Trail
- 103 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Lime Green/ Metallic Spark Black, Passion Red/ Metallic Spark Black, Metallic Spark Black/Flat Ebony
- Warranty
- 12
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2012 | 2015 | 2017 | 2020 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 599 cc | 636 cc | 636 cc | 636 cc | 636 cc |
| Dry weight | — | — | — | — | 179 kg |
| Seat height | 815 mm | 830 mm | 830 mm | 830 mm | 831 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Performance?
The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Performance has a Capacity of 636.0 ccm (38.81 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Performance have?
The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Performance has a Power of 131.0 HP (96.4 kW).
How many gears does the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Performance have?
The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Performance has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Performance?
The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Performance 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 Performance weigh?
The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Performance has a Wet weight of 192.0 kg (423.3 pounds).
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