Sportbikes
1998Kawasaki ZX-6R Ninja
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The 1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R Ninja is a supersport bike from the late 1990s. Its liquid-cooled 599cc inline four makes 105 hp and 65 Nm through a six-speed gearbox and chain. An 810 mm seat, 203 kg wet weight and 18-litre tank suit fast road riding.
- Capacity
- 599.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 182.0 kg
- Seat height
- 810 mm
- Power
- 105.0 HP (77.2 kW)
What’s new for the 1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R Ninja
vs the 1997| Spec | 1997 | 1998 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 105.0 HP (77.2 kW) @ 12500 RPM | 105.0 HP (77.2 kW) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily for spirited road riding and track days, prioritizing cornering speed and outright performance over practicality.
- Built for
- A sharp, revvy 636cc in-line four with a light chassis and top-shelf brakes that rewards an assertive, committed riding style.
- Not ideal for
- This is not the right bike for new riders, tall touring distances, two-up comfort, or anyone wanting a relaxed, upright commuting experience.
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
- 599.0 ccm
- Power
- 105.0 HP (77.2 kW)
- Torque
- 65.0 Nm (6.6 kgf-m) @ 10000 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5769 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 66.0 x 43.8 mm
- Compression
- 11.8:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- TCBI with digital advance
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 260.0 km/h (161.6 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1400 mm
- Overall length
- 2090 mm
- Overall width
- 711 mm
- Overall height
- 1115 mm
- Seat height
- 810 mm
- Dry weight
- 182.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 203.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 18.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Aluminum perimeter
- Front suspension
- 41mm Inverted Cartridge Fork with Adjustable Preload, Stepless Rebound and Compression Damping,TiSiCN Coating
- Rear suspension
- Uni-Trak with Adjustable Preload, Stepless Rebound, High and Low Speed Compression Damping, and Ride Height
- Front wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 135 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 24.0°
- Trail
- 109 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/60-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 170/60-ZR17
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 | 1996 | 1998 | 1999 | 2001 | 2002 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 599 cc | 599 cc | 599 cc | 599 cc | 636 cc |
| Dry weight | 182 kg | 182 kg | 182 kg | 172 kg | 182 kg |
| Seat height | 810 mm | 810 mm | 820 mm | 830 mm | 820 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 18 L | 18 L | 18 L | 18 L | 18 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 ZX-6R Ninja?
The 1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R Ninja has a Capacity of 599.0 ccm (36.55 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki ZX-6R Ninja have?
The 1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R Ninja has a Power of 105.0 HP (77.2 kW).
How many gears does the Kawasaki ZX-6R Ninja have?
The 1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R Ninja has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki ZX-6R Ninja?
The 1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R Ninja has a Torque of 65.0 Nm (6.6 kgf-m or 47.9 ft.lbs) @ 10000 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki ZX-6R Ninja weigh?
The 1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R Ninja has a Dry weight of 182.0 kg (401.2 pounds).
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