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2017Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636
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The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 is a middleweight supersport built for keen road riders who spend serious time on track days. Its 636 cc four makes 131 hp at 13,500 rpm, with the extra capacity adding useful midrange flexibility over rivals. Best known for blending genuine race-bred handling with everyday usability, backed by optional ABS.
- Capacity
- 636.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 194.0 kg
- Seat height
- 830 mm
- Power
- 131.0 HP (95.6 kW) @ 13500 RPM
What’s new for the 2017 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636
vs the 2016| Spec | 2016 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|
| Torque | 71.0 Nm (7.2 kgf-m or 52.4 ft.lbs) @ 11500 RPM | 71.0 Nm (7.2 kgf-m or 52.4 ft.lbs) @ 7200 RPM |
| Wet weight | 192.0 kg (423.3 pounds) | 194.0 kg (427.7 pounds) |
| Front suspension | 41 mm inverted fork with top-out springs | 41 mm inverted fork with top-out springs. Compression damping |
| Rear suspension | Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock, top-out spring and pillow ball upper mount | Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock. Compression damping |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Floating discs. Optional ABS. | Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Optional ABS. | Single disc. ABS. |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily for spirited canyon carving and track-day performance, with the 636cc engine giving stronger midrange than a typical 600.
- Built for
- A precise, revvy in-line four supersport that rewards aggressive throttle inputs and confident cornering lines.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders wanting an upright, relaxed commuter or long-distance tourer, or for any off-road use.
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
- 636.0 ccm
- Power
- 131.0 HP (95.6 kW) @ 13500 RPM
- Torque
- 71.0 Nm (7.2 kgf-m) @ 7200 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.6753 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 67.0 x 45.1 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 with oil cooler
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc, manual
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1395 mm
- Overall length
- 2085 mm
- Overall width
- 705 mm
- Overall height
- 1115 mm
- Seat height
- 830 mm
- Wet weight
- 194.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 17.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 130 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Twin spar, pressed-aluminium
- Front suspension
- 41 mm inverted fork with top-out springs. Compression damping
- Rear suspension
- Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock. Compression damping
- Front wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 134 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 27.0°
- Trail
- 101 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. ABS. Floating discs.
- Front brakes diameter
- 310 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- ABS
- Optional
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Metallic Matte Carbon Gray/Flat Ebon, Pearl Blizzard White/Metallic Flat Raw Titanium
- Comments
- Maximum power with RAM Air 101 kW {137 PS} at 13,500 rpm.
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 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 636 cc | 636 cc | 636 cc | 636 cc | 636 cc |
| Seat height | 830 mm | 830 mm | 830 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 636?
The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 has a Capacity of 636.0 ccm (38.81 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 have?
The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 has a Power of 131.0 HP (95.6 kW) @ 13500 RPM.
How many gears does the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 have?
The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636?
The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 has a Torque of 71.0 Nm (7.2 kgf-m or 52.4 ft.lbs) @ 7200 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 weigh?
The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 has a Wet weight of 194.0 kg (427.7 pounds).
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