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Kawasaki introduced the first ZX-6r in 1995. Taking the cues from ZX-9r introduced a year earlier.

With the Kawasaki trademark lime green paint scheme, the first ZX-6r had a massive single horizontal headlight.

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There on it went under several iterations.

Iterations

  • Introduction of G series in 1998 saw power increment from 100 to 108 hp.
  • G series was replaced by J in 2000 again the power goes up to 112 hp from 108 hp.
  • In 2002 Kawasaki opted to increase the displacement from 600 cc to 636 cc by name ZX-6r A1P. However, customers were allowed to choose the limited 599 cc.
  • A year later, Kawasaki introduced the fuel injection meant an increase in rpm and power subsequently. 
  • 2005 Kawasaki again improved the ZX-6r by pushing the power to 113hp. With other notable changes like under-seat exhaust, black aluminium frame and round fairings.
  • In 2007 with the help of Tomomi Manako aligned all the body parts suspension, swingarm, frame as per the expectations for track usage.
  • 2008 saw no significant changes apart from the paint scheme.
  • 2009 Kawasaki changed the look of ZX-6r and made it similar to ZX-10r reducing its weight by 10kgs.

2010 to present

  • 2010 saw improvement in engine and slipper clutch.
  • Kawasaki again re-introduced 636cc in 2013 while they made the 599 as limited edition model.
  • In 2019 Kawasaki brought the Euro-4 compliant ZX-6r plus got 129 horses. It also comes with KQS Quickshifter, amended seat and bodywork.
  • 2020 Kawasaki sold 636cc model whereas in Japan the 599cc model continued.

2021 ZX-6r

There are no changes apart from the paint scheme and graphics. The present model is Euro 4, and it is not for the European market.

For the 2020 model, the front fender is lime green for 2021 it is black. 

Change in decal. There is a change in the under-cowl and tail cowl colours for 2020 they were lime green.

For 2021 they are white and black respectively.

Whether we see a change in paint scheme for other regions is still a doubt.

Release Date and Price 

In Japan August 1, 2020, is the release date and subsequently, there is no change in the price of last years model and this year, which is 1,353,000 yen.

Spec sheet remain as is

Car name (common name)Ninja ZX-6R KRT EDITIONPrimary reduction ratio/Secondary reduction ratio1.900(76/40) / 2.866(43/15)
Ninja ZX-6R
Model2BL-ZX636GFrame formatdiamond
Overall length x width x height2,025 mm x 710 mm x 1,100 mmSuspension systemPreviousTelescopic (Inverted / Inner tube diameter 41mm)
Distance between axes1,400 mmrearSwing arm (Unitrack)
Minimum ground clearance130 mmWheel travelPrevious120 mm
Seat height830 mmrear151 mm
Caster/Trail23.5°/101mmtire sizePrevious120/70ZR17M/C (58W)
Engine type/valve systemWater-cooled 4-stroke parallel 4-cylinder/DOHC 4-valverear180/55ZR17M/C (73W)
Total displacement636 cm³Wheel sizePrevious17M/C x MT3.50
Inner diameter x stroke/compression ratio67.0mm×45.1mm/12.9:1rear17M/C x MT5.50
Maximum output93kW(126PS)/13,500rpmBrake typePreviousDual disc 310mm (outer diameter)
Ram air pressure applied: 97kW(132PS)/13,500rpm
Maximum torque70N・m (7.1kgf・m)/11,000rpmrearSingle disc 220mm (outer diameter)
Starting methodSelf starterSteering angle (left/right)27° / 27°
Ignition systemBattery & coil (transistor ignition)Vehicle weight197 kg
Lubrication methodWet sumpFuel usedUnleaded premium gasoline
Engine oil capacity3.6LFuel tank capacity17L
Fuel supply systemFuel injectionBoarding capacity2 people
Transmission format6-step returnFuel consumption rate (km/L) *1 
26.0km/L (Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism notification value: 60km/h, fixed-area fuel consumption value, when two people are on board) *2
 
Clutch typeWet multi-plate 
18.3km/L (WMTC mode value class 3-2, with 1 passenger) *3
 
Gear ratio1st speed2.846 (37/13)Minimum turning radius3.4m
2nd speed2.200 (33/15)Color manufacturer’s suggested retail priceNinja ZX-6R KRT EDITION
Lime Green x Ebony
1,353,000 yen
(Body price 1,230,000 yen, consumption tax 123,000 yen)
 
Ninja ZX-6R
3rd speed1.850 (37/20)Pearl Crystal White x Pearl Storm Gray
4th speed1.600 (32/20)1,353,000 yen
5th speed1.421 (27/19)(body price 1,230,000 yen, consumption tax 123,000 yen)
6th speed1.300 (26/20) 

Source: Kawasaki

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