The Kawasaki ZX-6R motorcycle specifications include a 599 cc (36.55 cu in) engine, power of 108 hp (78.8 kW) @ 12,000 rpm, a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 203 kg (447.5 lb).
Key specifications
How the Kawasaki ZX-6R compares
This compares the motorcycle with all Kawasaki models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the Kawasaki database average.
About 46% higher than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 77th percentile across Kawasaki models.
About 13% lower than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 45th percentile across Kawasaki models.
Very close to the Kawasaki database average. Around the 44th percentile across Kawasaki models.
Very close to the Kawasaki database average. Around the 64th percentile across Kawasaki models.
About 18% larger than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 67th percentile across Kawasaki models.
Kawasaki database percentile rankings
Percentiles show where this motorcycle sits across the Kawasaki specifications database. They are descriptive database rankings, not performance ratings.
108 hp — more powerful than about 77% of Kawasaki models with power data.
599 cc — larger displacement than about 45% of Kawasaki models.
203 kg — heavier than about 44% of Kawasaki models, or lighter than about 56%.
820 mm — taller than about 64% of Kawasaki models.
18 L — larger than about 67% of Kawasaki fuel tanks in this database.
Dimensions compared with Kawasaki average
Each measurement is compared with the average value across Kawasaki models where that dimension is available.
1,466
1,441
Close to average.
820
801
Close to average.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 120/60-ZR17 |
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| Rear tire size | 170/60-ZR17 |
| Front tire pressure | 36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa) |
| Rear tire pressure | 41 PSI (2.8 Bar or 280 kPa) |
| Engine oil | SAE 10W-40 |
| Engine oil capacity | 3.60 L (3.8 US qt) |
| Spark plug | NGK CR9E, NGK CR9EIX |
| Chain size | 525 |
| Chain links | 108 |
| Sprocket sizes | 15/40 (front/rear) |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 0.532 hp/kg |
| Power-to-weight | 532.0 hp/tonne |
| Specific power | 180.3 hp/L |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 1.51:1 (Oversquare) |
Model information
| Year released | 1998 |
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Engine specifications
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke |
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| Displacement | 599 cc (36.55 cu in) |
| Power | 108 hp (78.8 kW) @ 12,000 rpm |
| Torque | 65.0 Nm (6.6 kgf-m or 47.9 ft.lbs) @ 10,000 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 66.0 x 43.8 mm (2.6 x 1.7 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 11.8:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. 4 x 36mm Keihin CVKD36 |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Ignition | Digital |
| Starter | Electric |
| Engine oil | SAE 10W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 3.60 L (3.8 US qt) |
| Spark plugs | NGK CR9E, NGK CR9EIX |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Chain size | 525 |
| Chain links | 108 |
| Sprockets | 15/40 (front/rear) |
Chassis and suspension
| Front suspension | 46mm Showa telescopic forks |
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| Rear suspension | Showa sing shock, adjustable preload and rebounding preload. |
| Front wheel travel | 120 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 135 mm (5.3 inches) |
| Fork tube size | 46 mm (1.8 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Double disc. Six-piston calipers. |
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| Rear brakes | Single disc. Single-piston caliper. |
| Front tire | 120/60-ZR17 |
| Rear tire | 170/60-ZR17 |
| Front tire pressure | 36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa) |
| Rear tire pressure | 41 PSI (2.8 Bar or 280 kPa) |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 203 kg (447.5 lb) |
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| Dry weight | 176 kg (388 lb) |
| Seat height | 820 mm (32.3 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,466 mm (57.7 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 18.00 L (4.76 US gal) |
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Performance
| Top speed | 265.0 km/h (164.7 mph) |
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| Power/weight ratio | 0.6136 hp/kg |
Other specifications
| Color options | Green, red |
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| Brake fluid | DOT 4 |
| Coolant | 2.00 L (0.53 US gal) |
Disclaimer: Specifications may vary by market, trim, production date and optional equipment, and scraped or historical data can contain errors. Comparison and percentile values are calculated from Kawasaki models in this specifications database. Always double-check important specifications against the motorcycle owner’s/service manual and official Kawasaki information before relying on them. Visit the official Kawasaki website.