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2016Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R
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The 2016 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R is Kawasaki's 636cc supersport, built for road and track. Its liquid-cooled 636cc inline four makes 131 hp and 71 Nm through a six-speed gearbox and chain, with more power from ram air at speed. An 831 mm seat, 192.1 kg wet weight and optional ABS complete the package.
- Capacity
- 636.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 191.1 kg
- Seat height
- 831 mm
- Power
- 131.0 HP (97.7 kW)
What’s new for the 2016 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R
vs the 2015| Spec | 2015 | 2016 |
|---|---|---|
| Torque | 71.0 Nm (7.2 kgf-m or 52.4 ft.lbs) @ 7200 RPM | 71.0 Nm (7.2 kgf-m or 52.4 ft.lbs) @ 11500 RPM |
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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 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.
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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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the published US (EPA-style) fuel economy estimate and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Engine
- Capacity
- 636.0 ccm
- Power
- 131.0 HP (97.7 kW)
- CO2 Emissions
- 121 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- GKAXC.636AAD-004
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 5.15 L/100km (45.7 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 1.8 CO g/km
- Torque
- 71.0 Nm (7.2 kgf-m) @ 11500 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.6855 HP/kg (dry)
- 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
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- 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
- 1394 mm
- Overall length
- 2085 mm
- Overall width
- 706 mm
- Overall height
- 1115 mm
- Seat height
- 831 mm
- Dry weight
- 191.1 kg
- Wet weight
- 192.1 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 17.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 130 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Aluminum perimeter
- Front suspension
- 41mm inverted Showa SFF-BP fork with top-out springs, stepless compression and rebound damping, adjustable spring preload / 4.7 in.
- Rear suspension
- Bottom-link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock, stepless compression and rebound damping adjustments, 25-way adjustable rebound damping, fully adjustable spring preload / 5.3 in.
- Front wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 134 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 23.5°
- Trail
- 102 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.
- Front brakes diameter
- 310 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Single-piston caliper.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- ABS
- Optional
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Lime Green/Flat Ebony, Pearl Flat Crystal White/Flat Ebony
- Warranty
- 12
- Comments
- Maximum power with RAM Air 101 kW /137 HP at 13,500 rpm.
- Fuel Tank Material
- Metal
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 | 2010 | 2016 | 2021 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 636 cc | 599 cc | 636 cc | 636 cc | 636 cc |
| Dry weight | 161 kg | — | 191 kg | 191 kg | — |
| Seat height | 825 mm | 815 mm | 831 mm | 830 mm | 830 mm |
| Fuel capacity | — | 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?
The 2016 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 2016 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R has a Power of 131.0 HP (97.7 kW).
How many gears does the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R have?
The 2016 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R?
The 2016 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 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 weigh?
The 2016 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R has a Dry weight of 191.1 kg (421.3 pounds).
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