2008 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R

2008 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
Sport
MSRP
$9,099
Warranty
12
Insurance
Finance
Generic Type (Primary)
Sport
Manufacturer Country
Japan
Introduction Year
1998
Parent Company
Kawasaki
Display Name
Ninja ZX-6R
Year
2008
Make
Kawasaki
Engine Type
Horizontal In-line
Cylinders
4
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Torque (Ft Lbs/Nm)
40 / 54.2
Torque RPM
11500
Cooling
Liquid
Valves
16
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Valve Configuration
DOHC
Bore (mm/in)
67 / 2.64
Stroke (mm/in)
42.5 / 1.67
Displacement (cc/ci)
599 / 36.6
Compression Ratio
13.3:1
Starter
Electric
Fuel Type
Gas
Carburetion Brand
Keihin
Fuel Injector
Yes
Fuel Injector Size (mm)
38
Carburetor
No
Carburetion Type
Fuel Injected
Transmission Type
Manual
Number Of Speeds
6
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Chain
Reverse
No
Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Tube / Tubeless
Tubeless
Front Tire Width
120
Front Tire Aspect Ratio
65
Front Tire Speed Rating
Z
Front Wheel Diameter
17
Rear Tire Width
180
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
55
Rear Tire Speed Rating
Z
Rear Wheel Diameter
17
Front Tire (Full Spec)
120/65 ZR17
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
180/55 ZR17
Front Brake Type
Dual Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)
11.8 / 300
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)
8.3 / 210
Front Suspension Type
Inverted Fork
Front Suspension Size (in/mm)
1.6 / 41
Front Travel (in/mm)
4.7 / 119.4
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load
Yes
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping
Yes
Front Central Suspension Strut
No
Rear Suspension Type
Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Travel (in/mm)
5.2 / 132.1
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load
Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping
Yes
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
1
Rear Suspension Brand Name
UNI-TRAK(R)
Rear Suspension Material
Aluminum
Air Adjustable
No
Steering Control
Handlebar
Length (ft)
6.91
Width (in/mm)
28.4 / 720
Height (in/mm)
44.3 / 1125
Wheelbase (in/mm)
55.3 / 1404.6
Length (ft/ft)
6
Length (ft/in)
10.9
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
368.2 / 167
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
4.5 / 17
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
1.63
Seat Type
Two-Piece
Adjustable
No
Seat Material
Vinyl
Seat Location
Driver and Passenger
Folding
No
Seat Height (in/mm)
32.3 / 820.4
Number Of Seats
2
Detachable Passenger Seat
Standard
Grab Rail or Strap
Standard
Frame
Aluminum
Body Material
Plastic
Hand Grips
Standard
Foot Peg Location
Driver and Passenger
Adjustable
No
Chain Guard
Yes
Drive Shaft Guard
No
Fork Guards
No
Saddle Bag Guard
No
Belt Guard
No
Hand Guards
No
Brush Guard
No
Heel Guards
No
Light Guard
No
Exterior Covers
Standard
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Top Crown
Standard
Stand Type
Kick
Lower Fairing
Standard
Spoiler
Standard
Handlebars
Standard
Upper Fairing
Standard
License Plate
Standard
Digital Instrumentation
Standard
Clock
Standard
Tachometer
Standard
Trip Odometer
Standard
Lap Timer
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Temperature Warning Type
Light
Fuel Level Warning Type
Light
Warranty (Months/Condition)
12 / Limited
Battery Warranty (Months)
0
Windshield Mounts
Standard
Paint
Standard
Folding
Yes
Windshield Lowers
No
Height Adjustable
No
Tinted
Yes
Height
Low
Underseat Storage
Standard
Lockable Storage
Standard
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
Handlebar Lock
Standard
User Reviews
11 reviews
  • GREAT BIKE
    By  (I am an Owner) on Oct 16, 2010

    I currently own a 2008 zx6r which i bought back in 2008 brand new and i have to say at first it was a very slow bike once i got to racing against other 600's. but once broken in it was a whole other bike. topspeed was around 152 ish b4 full break in now with over 8000 mile i have had it to 165mph. ...

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  • Hot Bike
    By  (I am an Owner) on Mar 11, 2010

    It's the best bike I've been on in my 40 years of riding. I have my 06 Nomad for me and the wife and it's hopped up a tad and no slouch. I got this bad boy for me. I've added a lot of comfort and protection for it but performance wise I've put a K&N air filter, Dynojet PCIII, Healtech X-TRE, Yoshimura ...

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  • Great
    By  (I am an Owner) on Dec 09, 2009

    I've had this bike for about 9 months now, sad to say that I went down on it recently, but I hit a water-covered pothole on the way home from work one night, so it was completely my fault. Had to replace the rear fairing, hundreds for a thin, light, cheap piece of plastic! Come on kawasaki!

    ...

    Anyway, this bike is amazing. I put 5k miles on it this riding season, and the first 5k miles it's ever seen, as I bought it new. Handling is very good, it doesn't wobble very much at high-speeds which helps a lot for those long rides on the pike, turns very well, and handles well on less-than-perfect roads. Low-beam is very bright so you WILL be seen most of the time.

    Comes with the lap timer and all the normal gadgets here and there, all respond well. Pipe isn't the difficult to replace either if you wanted an aftermarket, which you most likely would to hear the full growl of this beast. Like most 600's, the low-end torque is a little lacking, it takes a second or two for the bike to catch up when you twist the throttle from a stop, but that's how it works. Once it does start going though, that beast goes. I've driven a zx10, and well it may not be nearly as fast, it's affordable, fun, fast enough, and is a good bike to really start getting good at on. I couldn't take the SLOW ride of the 250, so I knew I couldn't buy one of those, if you're like me, you'll get bored of a 250 in no time, so do yourself a favor, and if you have some practice, buy a 600. Don't try to act all cool and start off on a zx10 or 14. Think safe, ride safe, have fun.

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  • Great Bike!
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jul 05, 2009

    I test drove one of these and couldn't get the thing off of my mind, so i finally traded in my suzuki sv600 for this bike and i couldn't be happier, this thing rode like a dream!! was so light and nimble compared to the sv. it just fit me like a glove and i can't stop riding it. ive had a kawi ...

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  • Great Bike
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jun 21, 2009

    This bike is great for the track and spirited riding. Not so much for commuting and riding around NYC. Very sleek looking. Not as torquey as the 650r or other twins. Its a great second bike. Not really meant for beginners.

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  • Great Bike
    By  (I am an Owner) on Apr 27, 2009

    I have owned this bike for about a month now and I do not regret buying it. I also own a 1982 Suzuki GS1100G which obviously doesn't even compare to this at all. I have the special edition and I got it for $7475 and I love it. It rides great, sure it makes you sore after a while of riding, but if ...

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  • Nothing less than WORLD class !
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jan 08, 2009

    I stand in awww at the wonderful bike before me ! I started out thinking ....yea right bla bla bla ? And wound up eating crow ! This bike is all that ! Its for real . Got the looks to match its world class ability . Very fast ! Easy to handle and corners like a dream at all speeds . Very even ...

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  • Power, Performance and Looks...What more do you need?
    By  (I am an Owner) on Dec 25, 2008

    I've hit Cali canyons, Midway tracks, freeways and local communiter roadways and get the same adrenaline charge each and every time. This has to be Kawasaki's pride and joy because it does it for me. Other look at the 600cc with their 'busa muscle and are stun when I crack that throttle and climb ...

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  • Super Bike!
    By  (I am an Enthusiast) on Oct 16, 2008

    I started riding in 1969 on a Yamaha--2 stroke 100cc twin. Since then I have owned a 185cc Suzuki street/trail, a Yamaha 250cc Exciter, a Suzuki 500cc Titan Twin 2 stroke, a 750cc Yamaha Virago, a 2006 Harley 1200cc Sportster/Roadster and now the Ninja ZX-6R.

    Without a doubt none of the ...

    Cruise on a Harley--get and go on a rocket~~~

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  • Amazing ride
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 25, 2008

    This is by far one of the best 600 class sport bikes to own.

    The rake angle on the forks provides a much more stable platform when leaning into fast turns. Unlike the other bikes in the class, the steering is not twitchy. This is the main reason it does not come with a damper from ...

    But don't worry, just because its smooth turning doesn't mean it isn't quick. If you want to you can flick this bike back and forth in an instant, I really love how it feels.

    Save yourself from any more searching, and become an owner of a new ZX6R

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  • Great bike for the money!
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 17, 2008

    Outstanding bike! Love the way it handles. The transmission is so smooth it's like butter! Great brakes and greak looks. Love it thus far!

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