Sport Tourers
2003Kawasaki ZZ-R 600
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The 2003 Kawasaki ZZ-R 600 is a sport tourer known for its comfort and smooth in-line four. Its liquid-cooled 599cc engine makes 98 hp and 66 Nm through a six-speed gearbox. A 780 mm seat, 222 kg wet weight and an 18-litre tank make it a fast, practical long-distance bike.
- Capacity
- 599.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 195.0 kg
- Seat height
- 780 mm
- Power
- 98.0 HP (72.1 kW)
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How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's a sport-touring machine built for fast road riding, weekend blasts, and occasional longer trips rather than dedicated track days.
- Built for
- The ZZR 600 blends a punchy carbureted four-cylinder engine with a sport-touring chassis, offering a lively yet stable ride with real-world usability.
- Not ideal for
- It's not the right choice for off-road adventures, very short or inexperienced riders, or anyone seeking modern fuel-injected refinement and rider aids.
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
- 599.0 ccm
- Power
- 98.0 HP (72.1 kW)
- Torque
- 66.0 Nm (6.7 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5026 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 64.0 x 46.6 mm
- Compression
- 12.8:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Digital
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 240.0 km/h (149.1 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1430 mm
- Overall length
- 2029 mm
- Overall width
- 729 mm
- Overall height
- 1176 mm
- Seat height
- 780 mm
- Dry weight
- 195.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 222.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 18.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 145 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Aluminum perimeter design
- Front suspension
- 46mm Cartridge Front Fork, fully adjustable
- Rear suspension
- UNI-TRAK® rear linkage, 20-way compression and rebound damping, ride height adjustment
- Front wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 130 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 23.5°
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/60-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 160/60-ZR17
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 | 1990 | 1995 | 2000 | 2003 | 2004 | 2009 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 599 cc | 599 cc | 593 cc | 599 cc | 599 cc | 599 cc |
| Dry weight | 195 kg | 195 kg | 195 kg | 195 kg | 195 kg | 171 kg |
| Seat height | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm | 820 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 18 L | 18 L | 18 L | 18 L | 18 L | 18.2 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 ZZ-R 600?
The 2003 Kawasaki ZZ-R 600 has a Capacity of 599.0 ccm (36.55 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki ZZ-R 600 have?
The 2003 Kawasaki ZZ-R 600 has a Power of 98.0 HP (72.1 kW).
How many gears does the Kawasaki ZZ-R 600 have?
The 2003 Kawasaki ZZ-R 600 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki ZZ-R 600?
The 2003 Kawasaki ZZ-R 600 has a Torque of 66.0 Nm (6.7 kgf-m or 48.7 ft.lbs).
How much does the Kawasaki ZZ-R 600 weigh?
The 2003 Kawasaki ZZ-R 600 has a Dry weight of 195.0 kg (429.9 pounds).
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