KAWASAKI ZX-6R (1995-2002) Specs, Performance & Photos

The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R was a 636cc sports bike in the Ninja series made by the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer Kawasaki, introduced in 1995 and with similar looks and features as the 1994 ZX-9R model, which included the ram-air intake that was developed by Kawasaki with the 1990 ZX-11 model.

From its first introduction, the Kawasaki ZX-6R was constantly upgraded throughout the years as a response to the new products from other Japanese motorcycle manufacturers, such as Honda, Suzuki, and Yamaha.

As a result of strong competition from Honda, Suzuki, and Yamaha, Kawasaki decided to make a change for the late 2002 models, such as an increase in capacity of the traditional 600cc engine to a displacement of 636cc with the ZX-6R A1P model.

The A1P model featured the J series bodywork with only one notable difference, such as the 636 stickers on the fairing. As for the riders who wanted bikes for displacement-restricted racing, the manufacturer made a limited production of 599cc motorcycles, while the ZX-6R was their main mass-production middleweight sports bike.

As for performance, the 1995 Kawasaki ZX-6R with the 599cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine delivered an output power of 105 hp at 12,500 rpm and 64 Nm (47 lb-ft) of torque at 10,000 rpm.

The 2002 Kawasaki ZX-6R, with its 636cc engine, delivered an output power of 118 hp at 12,500 rpm and 69 Nm (51 lb-ft) of torque at 12,000 rpm.