2010Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R

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The 2010 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R is a lightweight middleweight sportbike designed for both track-focused riders and street enthusiasts seeking agile performance. Its 599cc liquid-cooled inline-four engine delivers sharp throttle response and high revving capability, while the aluminum perimeter frame ensures nimble handling. Best known for its track-day prowess and competitive pricing in the middleweight sport class.

Capacity: 599.0 ccm
Engine: In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Wet weight: 191.1 kg
Seat height: 815 mm
Power: 107.8 HP (79.3 kW)

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What’s new for the 2010 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R

vs the 2009

Spec	2009	2010
Rear suspension	Bottom-Link Uni-Trak® with gas-charged shock, top-out spring and pillow ball upper mount, dual-range (high/low-speed) stepless compression damping, 25-way adjustable rebound damping, fully-adjustable spring preload / 5.2 in.	Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock, top-out spring and pillow ball upper mount, dual-range (high/low-speed) stepless compression damping, 25-way adjustable rebound damping, fully-adjustable spring preload / 5.3 in.

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering93%

City riding45%

Daily riding40%

Touring30%

Two-up30%

Track92%

Best for: Built primarily for spirited canyon carving and track days, with razor-sharp handling as its main selling point over outright straight-line power.
Built for: A revvy, precise, and eager middleweight that rewards riders who like to work the gearbox and chase the tach needle through corners.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for new riders, anyone prioritizing all-day comfort, or those planning to load it up with luggage and a passenger for long-distance touring.

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At 815mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2010 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 599.0 ccm
Power: 107.8 HP (79.3 kW)
EPA Certificate No.: AKAXC.599AAG-003
EPA CO Emissions: 4.9 CO g/km
Engine type: In-line four, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.5641 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke: 67.0 x 42.5 mm
Compression: 13.3:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: TCBI with digital advance
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 4
Torque: Not on record - add it

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain

Performance

0-60 mph: 3.20 seconds
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 3.40 seconds

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1400 mm
Overall length: 2090 mm
Overall width: 711 mm
Overall height: 1115 mm
Seat height: 815 mm
Wet weight: 191.1 kg
Fuel capacity: 17.00 litres
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Aluminum perimeter
Front suspension: 41 mm inverted Showa Big Piston Front fork with top-out springs, stepless compression and rebound damping, fully-adjustable spring preload / 4.7 in.
Rear suspension: Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock, top-out spring and pillow ball upper mount, dual-range (high/low-speed) stepless compression damping, 25-way adjustable rebound damping, fully-adjustable spring preload / 5.3 in.
Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 135 mm
Rake (fork angle): 24.0°
Trail: 104 mm