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2015Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 Performance

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The 2015 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 Performance is the accessory-equipped version of Kawasaki's 636cc supersport. Its liquid-cooled 636cc inline four makes 129.3 hp and 66.7 Nm through a chain drive. An 815 mm seat, 191 kg wet weight and 17-litre tank make it sharp on road and track.

Capacity: 636.0 ccm
Engine: In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox: Not on record
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Wet weight: 191.0 kg
Seat height: 815 mm
Power: 129.3 HP (95.1 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering93%

City riding45%

Daily riding42%

Touring32%

Two-up30%

Track92%

Best for: Built primarily for spirited cornering, track days, and fast road riding rather than utility or long-distance cruising.
Built for: A sharp, high-revving 636cc four-cylinder sportbike with strong midrange thanks to the larger displacement, radial brakes, and a light, agile aluminium chassis that rewards an aggressive riding style.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for new riders, those seeking an upright comfortable commuter, or anyone planning frequent two-up touring or off-road use.

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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 2015 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 Performance, 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: 636.0 ccm
Power: 129.3 HP (95.1 kW)
Torque: 66.7 Nm (6.8 kgf-m) @ 6800 RPM
Engine type: In-line four, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.6770 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: Digital
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Forced lubrication, wet sump

Transmission

Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet multi-disc, manual

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1400 mm
Overall length: 2090 mm
Overall width: 710 mm
Overall height: 1115 mm
Seat height: 815 mm
Wet weight: 191.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 17.00 litres
Ground clearance: 120 mm
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Perimeter, pressed-aluminium
Front suspension: 41 mm inverted fork with top-out springs
Rear suspension: Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock, top-out spring and pillow ball upper mount
Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 134 mm
Rake (fork angle): 24.0°
Trail: 103 mm