2009 Ninja ZX 6R

Precise control and abundant midrange torque provide maximum excitement

The new Ninja ZX-6R’s leaner physique is fundamental to its lighter handling. Both the engine and chassis were evaluated to reduce weight. The intake resonator box and supports for the instrument panel and mirrors are now unitized with the enlarged –to optimize intake volume – Ram Air duct, contributing to weight savings and improving rigidity. New camshafts are now made of lighter SCM, and lightweight magnesium replaces aluminum for the engine covers. Revised internal gears – transmission, oil pump and starter – are lighter without compromising strength. Adjusting several mounting plates and the coolant reservoir locations helped shave additional weight.

Engine Type: Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, four valves per cylinder, inline-four
Displacement: 599 cc
Maximum Torque: 66.7 Nm {6.8 kgf/m} 49.1 lb-ft @ 11,800 rpm
Fuel Injectionel: DFI® with four 38mm Keihin throttle bodies, oval sub-throttles, two injectors per throttle body
Ignition: TCBI with digital advance
Transmission: 6-Speed
Rear Brake Type: Single 220mm petal rotor with single-piston caliper
Fuel Tank Capacity: 4.5 gal.
Color: Lime Green, Metallic Diablo Black / Flat Super Black, Candy Surf Blue / Flat Super Black