Sportbikes
2005Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R
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The 2005 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R is a middleweight sport bike designed for riders seeking aggressive performance and track-capable handling. Powered by a 636cc liquid-cooled inline-four engine with fuel injection, it delivers sharp acceleration and responsive control. Known for its nimble chassis and competitive pricing, the ZX-6R suits both experienced enthusiasts and ambitious riders stepping up to serious sportbike performance.
- Capacity
- 636.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 161.0 kg
- Seat height
- 825 mm
- Power
- 114.5 HP (84.2 kW)
What’s new for the 2005 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R
vs the 2004| Spec | 2004 | 2005 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 125.0 HP (91.9 kW) | 114.5 HP (84.2 kW) |
| Torque | 67.0 Nm (6.8 kgf-m or 49.4 ft.lbs) | not listed |
| Fuel capacity | — | 17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons) |
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How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily for spirited canyon carving and track-day performance rather than relaxed everyday riding.
- Built for
- A razor-sharp, lightweight middleweight sportbike with a high-revving inline-four that rewards precise, committed riding.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for beginners, taller or heavier riders seeking comfort, or anyone planning long-distance touring or passenger duties.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usEngine
- Capacity
- 636.0 ccm
- Power
- 114.5 HP (84.2 kW)
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.7112 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 68.0 x 43.8 mm
- Compression
- 12.9:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Digital
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, wet sump
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc, manual
Performance
- 0-60 mph
- 3.20 seconds
- 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)
- 3.40 seconds
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1400 mm
- Overall length
- 2030 mm
- Overall width
- 730 mm
- Overall height
- 1175 mm
- Seat height
- 825 mm
- Dry weight
- 161.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 192.1 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 17.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 145 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Twin spar aluminum
- Front suspension
- 41mm inverted cartridge fork with rebound and compression damping, plus spring preload adjustability and top-out springs
- Rear suspension
- Bottom-link UNI-TRAK® with gas-charged shock, stepless compression and rebound damping, spring preload adjustability and top-out spring
- Front wheel travel
- 119 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 132 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 23.5°
- Trail
- 102 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Semi-floating petal discs with dual radial-mounted, four-piston calipers.
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Petal disc with single-caliper piston.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/65-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Lime Green / Flat Stoic Black, Metallic Raw Titanium / Flat Stoic Black, Candy Plasma Blue / Flat Stoic Black, Pearl Magma Red / Flat Stoic Black
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 | 2004 | 2005 | 2010 | 2016 | 2021 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 636 cc | 636 cc | 599 cc | 636 cc | 636 cc | 636 cc |
| Dry weight | 161 kg | 161 kg | — | 191 kg | 191 kg | — |
| Seat height | 825 mm | 825 mm | 815 mm | 831 mm | 830 mm | 830 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.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R?
The 2005 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R has a Capacity of 636.0 ccm (38.81 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R have?
The 2005 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R has a Power of 114.5 HP (84.2 kW).
How many gears does the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R have?
The 2005 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R weigh?
The 2005 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R has a Dry weight of 161.0 kg (354.9 pounds).
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