Yosh Full System. LP windscreen. Tires (Dunlop 207 front and Bridgestone BT010 Rear.
Bike has some carb "gliches" when easing into the throttle and a slight hesitation when whacked open.
Srong brakes with a progressive feel. Could go for grippier pads.
This bike feels a little top heavy for a 600 and wide at the tank compared to my twin. That being said, it handles very well and is quite predictable while flicking through corners.
I had to get used to the peaky power band and felt myself waiting for the rpms to wind up. Once in the hot zone(9-11,000)it has a nice top end rush. Pipe screams and airbox howels are quite pleasent. Comfort was also quite good for a 600 and I had a nice semi-crouch position going.
List the modifications on this bike Mostly stock except muzzy carbon fiber slip on.
This bike seems to have a great powerband from top to bottom or vice versa, high revving for top power, but overall very smooth.
Feel, Strength Brakes make me overly confident most of the time. Amaze me everytime I stomp on them. Have yet to want better pads.
Bike is great even for extended trips. Easy to flicker through turns, feels heavy for a 600 especially at slow speeds.
Muzzy pipe roars and I love it. Bike overall has been completely satisfying so far.
yoshi pipes
a slight hesitation noticed when trying to open it up, but that's about all I've noticed
Awesome. Very reliable, had a close call where I really had to stress them, but they totally came through!
Very comfy, great for distance trips, or all nighters.. tight corners made easy... perfect for a new rider.
I had a difficult time picking a bike, but ended up with this one and found it perfect for a new rider. The crouch on it isn't as extreme as say the R6 or cbr, but the slight raise provides enough movement for excellent control. No liter bike, but really enough power for the in town user...
1) A rear hugger 2) Scottoiler chain oiling system (probably sound lame but I don't worry about oiling the chain anymore, but keeps the back wheel dirty all the time so you need to clean it frequently) 3) Kevlar cluctch plates 4) HyperPro Steering Damper
Seems to have a minor stumble around 3.000 rpm but nothing bothersome. Other than that there is smooth useable power everywhere, but you need to keep it above 10.000 rpm if you really want to take off. Still good midrange power for a 600.
I haven't been very happy with braking lately but I think the pads need changing. I have sampled the Brembos of a 900 Monster and liked them a lot, but it also had metal braided brake lines. I am planning to get new pads, metal/kevlar brake lines and change the hydraulic fluid and this may improve things.
I had a ZX7R previously and 6R felt like a bicycle at first. So light and responsive! I got used to the feeling gradually. Some people say it's a little top heavy at slow speeds but I am unable to verify this as I haven't sampled other 600s. I have taken it to the track and it felt great. I pulled the forks up for 7 mm with a friend who told me to compensate for the change from a Michelin (120/65) to a Bridgestone (120/70) and to speed up the steering in the track a little. It felt better at the track afterwards and I haven't noticed any setbacks in the street. I bought the Hyperpro steering damper mainly as a safety device as the streets here in Turkey are less than perfect. I am comtemplating a front fork rebuild as it has too much compression damping which makes it quite harsh over the bumps.
I love this bike! I have commuted, toured and went to track with it. It has beatiful power, nice light feeling, gets great fuel mileage and looks mean. There are things that could be improved such as the fuel petcock (get rid of it, everyone has), front suspension harshness (possibly cured with the European ZX636R) and etc. but I am very happy that I bought this bike
I havn't added any Mods to it yet because i'm thinking about buying something else. just good tires bridgestone 010.
This bike has not been punished yet, but once I had about 5000 Km's on it, the bike seemed to generate a rather large flat spot at about 8000-9000 RPM. It is so bad that If I was in top gear at that RPM range (approx 150 km/h) the bike would never power out of it. I had it checked out but no results. Though the airbox honk brings a smile to my face every time I ride it.
The braking is average to good but could be alot better since I tried my friends 2000 R6.
Handling is good but it feels a little porky in the front end. It has to be one of the most comfortable sportbikes that I have ever ridden. Seating position for me is perfect and i'm 5'10".
Would be a descent bike for a long trip. Maybe a little bit underpowered compared to the newer 600's. The carb problem realy pisses me off.
Stock except minor body changes
Makes good power down at 3,500 and all the way up to 14,000. On cold days 45degrees or less I think it has a little carb icing problem.
Front are great rears or almost worthless
Bike handles excellent. Haven't been left behind in the twisties ever. Feels planted in midcorner.
I recommend this bike to anyone who is not logging a whole lot of miles on a bike as a commuter( any 600 for that matter) becuase at highway speed any 600 will get a little buzzy. I put 14,500 miles on it in 4 months then I hit a deer and totalled it it is getting replaced with either a 9R or an R1.
List the modifications on this bike Yosh rs-3 slip on, bridgestone 020, LP speedscreen smoke
small glitche off the go, ran highest octane gas I could find and cleared the problem up. I put the bike on the dyno stock and pushed about 91 horses. with the yosh pipe slip on now. i am at 97 horses with no jet kit since my bike was running rich I could probably put the stage one and with some minor cleaning of the aircleaner I will hit 100 horses.
the front average but good for trail braking through the corners. back brake it has one? enuff said. maybe steelbraided brake lines and some different pads will clear up this problem
being 6'3" 215 this bike is an unbelievable handling I can scrap the turn signals with race rubber. and flick it right back SWEET
Overall I love my bike it is alot of fun great handling some glithches but minor fixes with a good shop mechanic and a dyno. I love the bike just need a back break....
Nothing mechanical as of yet. I have added a smoked windscreen and some carbon fiber pieces, along with some colored handgrips, but that is it. I hope to put a jet kit and a performance exhaust on it this summer.
The bike is pretty good on acceleration, but really takes off around 8,000 rpm and higher. This bike will wheelie just by staying on the throttle hard. Carburetion is typical as it has a slight hesitation when snapped open, but quickly catches up to itself.
Stoppers on this bike are awesome. Rear brake is the best of any other bikes I have ridden. Front brakes are excellent as well. Not much effort is required to haul this bike down from high speeds.
I have not had a chance to thoroughly test the handling of this bike yet. But the bike is very light, and turns quickly when you want it to. The bike tracks straight when you let go of the handlebars.
As is evident of the mileage on this bike, I just purchased it, and have not gotten to ride this bike at any major length. City driving is simple on this bike, and you wouldn't believe the number of chicks that ask for rides when you drive by. An all around excellent bike, although I wouldn't recommend it to a novice rider. Lots of power that can take you by surprise.
Added: Blue LSL-racesteps, a Titanium Two Grade BOS-muffler and removed the DB-eater, a MDI js-windscreen with blue alluminium screws, carbon tankshield, carbon look rear hugger, a taillight splitter and I replaced the indicators for a smaller type. Still to come in a few weeks is the tuning part.
I didn't really test it, because of the brake in period. But the 636 allready feels more powerfull in lower gears than the ZX-6R of 2000 I owned before.
The six piston Tokico's are great and equal to the 2000 version.
Just perfect especially in the city and on mountain roads. For the mountains I have to travel to Germany, Austria or France, because Holland is just a flat country.
I've always driven Kawasaki's (GPX 600R, ZZR 600, ZX-9R and ZX-6R, but this is the best 600(+) I've ever owned. I only miss the Bhp's of my 1994 ZX-9R.
No modifications yet, allthough I'll be having new tyres this week: Bridgestone BT010 front and rear
I love it! It has enormous power, really great! It is faster than my former bike, a Triumph Daytona 900 (1995) which is now being ridden by my husband (bike was too heavy for me during stops - riding was good, but standing with it... I fell two times and got fed up with it...). The ZX6R accelerates much faster than the Triumph!
Sometimes I feel I need some more grip. But then again: I don't want to do a stoppie...
Really easy, once used to its power.
Me and my Kawa, it's just perfect... I feel great riding it! Too bad I can't find a way to tie my luggage (holiday) on it...
List the modifications on this bike Clear double bubble wind screen, Blk. frame sliders, Competition Werks undertail and full Muzzy exhaust.
any flat spots etc. Since installing the Muzzy exhaust and jett kit I had the bike tuned on the dyno to 107rwhp, there is a slight hesitation under 3k, but after that smooth strong power all the way to red line.
Feel, Strength Brakes are pretty good but at the moment I have no need for better.
Im 6ft 225lbs. and the susp was a bit soggy but now that Ive tweaked it a bit its really awesome for my type of riding.
This is my first bike and I really love the total package. I now love the twisties, she WILL power wheelie in 1st and 2nd gear. The more I ride this bike the more I want to ride. I could not have made a better choice.
Two brothers slip on carbon fiber SBS brakes Barnett clutch
What most people do not realize is the flat spot they feel when punching the throttle is do to the kawasaki ktric system on the bike that optimizes throttle responce and this sometimes is noticed as a flat spot. my bike dyno run was 103 hp and 47 lbs torque. not bad for a 600 but in todays standard even as a 600 it is heavy
with the aftermarket sbs brakes stoppies are no problem and if your not carefull those calipers have enough power to flip it over in a endo
great but as we all know they get better every year shedding more weight now 1000 cc bikes way less then the 6R of yesterday.
great bike for the money and it will take the abuse of most riders.
M4 Full Racing Exhaust, Stage 4 Racing Jet Kit, Timing Advancer, Dropped a tooth in the front sprocket, K&N air filter, Racing Air Box, Camo Seat Covers, Camo Intake Covers, Camo Pieces on Front Fender, Polished Frame, Sub-Frame, and Swingarm. And has been lowered 1.25 inches.
The engine performes awesome. This bike eats all 600cc it has came against and quite a few 750cc. I plan on boring the engine out to a 654cc in October. It's suppose to give it 20% more horsepower. Carburetors...no complaint.
Braking is awesome with six pistons. Alot of difference than a standard four piston set up like the other 600's.
Handles better than my 2001 GSXR 600.
Best all round bike in it's class. Kawa will always prevail. GO TEAM GREEN!!!
D&D slip on, dropped a tooth in the front, went up 2 teeth in the back, lp windscreen, undertail, 2-8 adjustable swingarm...currently six inches out, polished frame/subframe, polished swingarm, (chrome pegs, mirrors, rear sets), adjustable dog bone (three postion....high, med, and to the dirt), strapped the front to the dirt
when first rode get up and go was not there, then by putting the new sprockets on, it ran like a champ down the track
no close calls yet, but has done the job
it being swung out, i can not turn like i could when the arm was at stock length....easy fix, takes all of five minutes to put back to stock length again....but strngth is awesome..running 11.0 in the quarterwhen i have seen 900s running 10.8s in the quarter..i love this bike
i luv this bike, i started on it and it has treated me well. lookin forward to getting the 636, or jumping up to a 9r
Rear Hugger & Carbon Tank Pad - New full race exhaust & Dynojet kit planned for summertime
Power delivery is excellent, this is one superb motor.. it pulls from as little as 2000rpm. The torque delivery is very smooth and really pushes the bike into its powerband. Top end rush is ballistic... the acceleration is phenomenal, for a 600 this is where it really shines. I had a recorded 165mph at bruntingthorpe, and i think on a stiller day this machine will hit 170. The 636's carburation is spot on, not one glitch. even when the throttle is whacked open. the motor is well matched to its chassis. Kawasaki have made a corker :)
Front brakes are very sharp (Those six potters can stop you faster than you can slam a toilet seat)No S**T. Rear brake is smooth and effective. overall, the brakes make you feel that you are in total control. they do not imbalance the bike at high or low speeds. yet again they are perfectly matched to the whole bike :)
This bike handles! I thought my Bandit was great. The way the bike holds its line just makes me smile. when navigating the most challenging corners you can almost hear it say, "Go on put your feet up and let me do the rest". Awesome.
I would recommend this bike to anyone. It is really comfy and very roomy, when i carry my mrs as pillion, she feels very comfortable and safe. If you are looking for full on performance, a bargain price (�5,400 new -uk spec), maximum comfort, and something that really brings out the meaning of biking; then i think you should seriously consider buying this model. Even though the new ZX636(B) is showing to be a cracker just think of things that aren't on the new model, Things like superb rider comfort (the '03's pegs are a lot higher and bars are lower, tea plate for a pillion seat) Cheap price �7000 ( just for an extra couple of mph's & USD's etc )I am not dissing the newer model in any way, but bear in mind what you are **really** looking for in a bike when you come to buy one.
one tooth down in the front. Akropovic Exhaust full.
I love the power of it. I hit a top speed of about 172-174 stock. Good weelie bike
i love the brakes really good bike for rollin stoppies.
love it
I think it's the best all around bike.
Considering I've only got 400 or so miles on it, the payments and insurance aren't affording much room for mods..plenty are to come though. First will probably be the PCIIIr w/ a K&N drop in filter, most likely followed by the new square core FMF Ti slip-on. Before the Can though, I really need to find someone already fitting rear sets for this thing, not that their not high enough already (and believe me, serious clearance), but it makes for unnerving stand-up wheelies. I'm 6' 2" already and standing on the rear wheel puts me about 3 or more feet over the cowling-a little tall for my taste, so just farther back to summarize. Maybe some stock older ones will bolt-on. A double-bubble, when available, will be fitted, and most definitely some frame sliders to keep this thing looking this perty.
This thing is a F@#%*^G Rocket!! I'm coming off a '00 sil/red f4 w/a high c5 x-metal, jetted, K&Ned, 97.8 HP beaut, and this thing flat out smokes it!! roomers around the shop are 120 crank, and bout 105 Rr. Wheel (probly little high if you ask me) but damn! I just pinned it two days ago for the first time-got to love the break-in- and I couldn't keep the front wheel on the ground smoking first through third! WAY FAST! Power comes on a little earlier than the F4 did, coarse those extra 37 cc's help the initial launch, red line is a sky high 15.5. No blurbs, even off idle or especially roll on are existent. Good Fuel Delivery.
Ohhh Baby! The radial front end mount is great, it'll get you out of trouble in a hurry! Not actually quite as impressive as I thought they would be, but great. The F4 had EBC Pro-Lite rotors W/ HH pads, so I'm not coming from a slouch, but the 636 does slow better. Probably the best part is how sick they look mated with the gold 41 mil. up side down poingers. Which are a little stiff but great handling I might add.
Handles great, definitely super aggressive and track inspired, I think my chin resides almost directly above the stem. Actually fairly comfortable, great cornering clearance (super high peg mounts)and awesome suspension, but very stiff, however, razor-sharp manueverability, the 355 dry weight probably has something to do with that, not to mention the rake angle. 120/65 up front is a quick turner!
Awesome bike, Great Power, not a stunt bike unless all you like are stoppies and sit down wheelies, which aren't too bad if you can shift ok--oh yea, tranny-awesome! Shifts like Butta! Good luck getting the positive neutral finder to do anything for you, though, Once its there it wont go anywhere, nut that initial pop is a bit of a neusance.
List the modifications on this bike jet kit full exhaust k&n air filter custom paint tinted windscreen trick kit flush mount signals neons
any flat spots etc. great power no flat spots runs smooth and fast sounds great
Feel, Strength very strong braking stops smooth and quick
handlees nicely co skipping or slide out feels sturdy
nice comfortable ride with available power when wanted or needed
List the modifications on this bike jet kit full exhaust k&n air filter custom paint tinted windscreen trick kit flush mount signals neons
any flat spots etc. great power no flat spots runs smooth and fast sounds great
Feel, Strength very strong braking stops smooth and quick
handlees nicely co skipping or slide out feels sturdy
nice comfortable ride with available power when wanted or needed
List the modifications on this bike none bone stock
any flat spots etc.no power very sluggish needs some add ons
Feel, Strength not very strong but stops average
didnt like the way it felt to squirley
very unimpressed with this bike
I dropped a tooth in the front sprocket, installed an ignition advancer, Yoshimura RS-3 slip-on can, and K&N air filter.
This bike has better low end and mid range snap than most other 600's I've rode. Top end has also greatly improved with the few minor modifications that were made. A quick crack on the throttle in 1st at about 4 grand will make the front end jump up with ease. Mid-range snap is insane for a 600. 4th gear (pull gear) will indicate 140+ before hitting the rev limiter. I have not been suicidal enough to attempt top speed, but I can only assume that the remaining 2 gears would allow the speedometer to read 170+... likely a top end off mid 160's figuring in speedometer error.
Kawasaki was the only Japanese 600 to use 3 piston front brakes instead of 2. This creates a much more sensitive, but crontrolled stop. Braking aggresively does not cause the bike to violently shimmy, and showing off by putting the rear tire in the air can be mastered with little practice.
The Kawasaki ZX6R is a very comfortable and stable bike. I have not ever ridden a more comfortable crotch rocket. No need to buy a steering dampner with this bike. A tank slapper is rare, even on the track, and reuniting the front tire with the pavement is easily controlled. Engine vibration is minimal, and the gear box is percise, with no slop.
This may not be the most agressive or desirable bike for the track, but if you're looking for something that will allow you to ride comfortablly all day, and has the power and excitement to put a grin on your face... this is your bike. Kawasaki may not be the leading (desired) name in the 600 class, but after riding all 4 Japanese bikes... I wouldn't puchase anything but the ZX6R... if you're looking for a 2000-2002 model.
No Mods Done yet Just broken in.
Well lets just say this bike is bad sitting stock at 107-109 HP the only true "flat spot" would be at low R's. Higher R's it just keeps going. Starting to redline at 15 1/2 it is steadily gaing power throughout.
These brakes are SUPERB they are not touchy but they have full response the whole time your stopping almost toooo good.
Nice Light very well balanced havent really gotten to far down yet.
THIS BIKE IS GREAT.
Arrow Titanium full systems, Rennsports Tires, Ohlins rear shock, Ohlins front springs, Muzzay advancer, Harris step kit.
Quite good after i put in a arrow full systems, but of course i got to put in a jetting kit to improve the power.
Not bad, it has a six port and i even use EBC HH.
Quite good at sharp turns or bends.
I love this bike. It really works.
Since last review 11,000 miles ago, I now have a Micron slip-on installed, Dynojet kit, K&N hi-flo air filter also installed.
Stock carburation on this bike was good, but it is even better now that I have a slip on and jet kit installed. Throttle wheelies are not a problem; the front end lifts off with little effort and holds until the rev limiter hits. I dynoed the bike after the jet kit was installed, and it was putting down 98 hp to the rear wheel. The kit has been tweeked now, and it is putting 104 hp to the rear now. Jet kit produces crisp, clean response of the throttle, with no delays or hiccups.
Still on original brake pads, and they still stop the bike in a big way.
Recently spooned on a set of the new Pirelli Diablo's, and handling increased ten-fold over what it was when I was running crappy Dunlop 208's. The bike is much more stable with the Pirelli's, and holds lines better in the corners. Lean-in is crisp and quick, with no wallowing, and grip is excellent. Street riding is simple, but the bike really shines on track, where the tires and geometry of the bike really comes together.
Great bike. Would recommend it to anyone.
List the modifications on this bike: Jardine bolt on, re-geared one tooth down in the front three up in the rear, ivans jet kit, race bodywork with custom piaa headlights and libertek intergrated brake lights, completely chromed and polished.
any flat spots etc.There was a flat spot, until th e ivans jet kit. now it rips.
Feel, Strength: front brakes could be better but not bad had to upgrade pads for better grip.
great, i can really lean this bike, for its weight you can turn really well.
I love this bike, i wish the zx-9 was as sweet as the six, so i could upgrade!
swing arm cromend out engine and alot of other stuff all because rpm racing of irmo south carolina
any flat spots etc.
Feel, Strength
stock
this bike is great
it is ok
good
id recommend it to anyone
yosi rs-3 carbon fiber slip on, k&n filter
any flat spots etc. Little flat spot right off the get go- not to noticable though.
Feel, Strength Brakes felt good although I never really used the back brakes. Good bite
Good easy to corner on
The bike was great to ride and corner on but definently NOT a stunt bike. After doing wheelies and stoppies on it I noticed the frame starting to crack and had to get it welded. After talking around I heard other people having the same problems so not a good stunt bike.
kawi. factory stage 1 jet kit, Muzzy polished pipe, yellow windscreen, alarm.
a little slow off the line, between 1k to 3k rpm's. Other than that very powerful. As far as I can tell The front end has not been off the ground as far as I can tell, and I have been on it hard! I hear everyone talking about the front end coming off the ground, but I ain't sure about that.
the brakes are very tough, I love the feel and they slow me down from high speeds very well.
the bike handles great. I went into a turn just yesterday, not too fast...but I went through leaning just fine, and the R6 behind me went into the ditch, hmmm...
Solid bike, I really like it and am just wondering why the front end doesn't come off the ground? I would definitely recommend it to everyone.
D&D CHROME SLIP ON EXHAUST, RACING SPROCKET, METZLER SPORT-TECH TIRES, NEON LIGHTS, PLASMA BLUE HEADLIGHTS, ALARM, K&N AIR FILTER, CHROME RIMS
THIS BIKE PROBABLY HAS THE STRONGEST POWERBAND IN ITS YEAR AND CLASS. I'VE RIDDEN OTHER BIKES AND THIS BIKE HAS SOME MONSTER TORQUE. ENGINE NOISE IS A LITTLE NOTICEABLE THOUGH BUT ITS A BIKE. MY FRIEND HAS A 2001 CBR 929RR AND MY OTHER FRIEND HAS A 2002 GSXR 750 AND I CAN KEEP UP AND SOMETIMES BEAT THEM ON RACES. THEY WERE AMAZED WHEN THEY FOUND OUT THE POWER OF MY BIKE FOR ITS SIZE.
REAL STRONG BREAKING ESPECIALLY THE FRONT. WHEN I FIRST STARTED TO RIDE, I ALMOST FLIPPED THE BIKE OVER.
HANDLING IS AWSOME COMPARED TO OTHER 6'S I'VE TRIED OUT. IT'S NOT AS FLINGY AS THE 2003 NINJA ZX6RR BUT IT IS LIGHT ENOUGH
I LOVE THIS BIKE. ITS MY FIRST AND I'LL KEEP IT AS LONG AS I CAN AFFORD IT. I RECOMMEND IT TO ANYONE. ITS COMFORTABLE, STYLISH, AND STRONG. EVERYONE RIDE STRONG AND BE CAREFUL!!!!
dunlop (D208), yosh rs-3, jet kit stage 1, k&n filter, some polishing (not finished)
it seems it take the bike forever to reach it's powerband, but when it hits 9,000 it seem to want take off, which is great rush.
maybe it's my bike and i need new brakes, but it doesn't want to stop.
i really feel it's aliitle sloppy in the corners, seem loose, might need some stablizing kit.
overall i like my bike i have a great time on it. looking to upgrade to a zx-9r in 2005.
dunlop (D208), yosh rs-3, jet kit stage 1, k&n filter, some polishing (not finished)
it seems it takes the bike forever to reach it's powerband, but when it hits 9,000 it seem to want take off, which is great rush.
maybe it's my bike and i need new brakes, but it doesn't want to stop.
i really feel it's aliitle sloppy in the corners, seem loose, might need some stablizing kit.
overall i like my bike i have a great time on it. looking to upgrade to a zx-9r in 2005.
dunlop (D208), yosh rs-3, jet kit stage 1, k&n filter, some polishing (not finished)
it seems it takes the bike forever to reach it's powerband, but when it hits 9,000 it seem to want take off, which is great rush.
maybe it's my bike and i need new brakes, but it doesn't want to stop.
i really feel it's alittle sloppy in the corners, seems loose, might need some kind of stablizing kit.
overall i like my bike i have a great time on it. looking to upgrade to a zx-9r in 2005.
List the modifications on this bike
any flat spots etc.
Feel, Strength
good
best bike i ever own
List the modifications on this bike two brothers slip-on,went from stock 40 to a 37 on rear sproket,,need help want to find countersprockets having trouble finding who make them 03 zx6rr--i hear to drop 1 in front and 3 up in rear would help get front end off ground easyer andy thougts????? im at 5000+ alt am planing on a pc3 for it--davempjr@yahoo.com
any flat spots etc. bike has awsome paower once u get to 6k+
Feel, Strength well think i need to add steel lines to it but will stop on a dime
way better then my old bikes 85 600 ninja--87 750 ninja
List the modifications on this bike full muzzy exhaust,dyno jets,stage2 jet kit,ignition advance,polished & ported,changed gearing(shhhh my secret),neons,air horns,tinted windsheild,mini stalks,8.8mm plug wires,k&n filter,pro shift kit,dp clutch kit,d.i.d 520,michelin 180 pilot h2(r)100x macadam(f),and pro-tek rear sets with reversed shifting
any flat spots etc.no flat spots at all great throttle respones
Feel, Strength.....good stopping power.but with engine up grades stock pads r not recommended,stock pads work well but tend to fade under alot of hard braking,thicker pads like a set of ebc's will do wonders
dont really know how the stock setting work for a big guys over 5'11 and over 170 pds,im a pretty big guy compared to alot of my friends who ride 600's and my setting were change to fit me 6'2 210,so i really dont have anything to say on this,but my settings r amazing to me,and im more of a front end rider.
i've ridden many bikes first one i own was a smoken joe's cbr replica and now this zx-6r,and as far as 600s' this bike 95 zx-6r and the 636 r the best bikes kawi ever made besides for the zx-7r.if tuned right gixxer 750 riders wish they had 1000's,ask my friends
List the modifications on this bike only the exhaust has been replaced.The rest is all stock. This is my first bike, never rode a bike before had to have a friend ride it from the shop to home. My first time ride,very user friendly.riding now for a year and a half,first six months,accident,broke collar bone.will not stop riding I live to ride and ride to live.Love my kawa.Now doing 6000.Miles and seemes to just want to GO... LOVE IT.
any flat spots etc. No Just a dream to ride very smooth
Feel, Strength very positive
A little hary on corners,you have to really pick your line and keep it, I find the bike could over shoot a corner very easily
Just Love The Bike
List the modifications on this bike YOSH RS-3 BOLT-ON STAINLESS AND REAR HUGGER.
any flat spots etc. I HAVE NOT NOTICED ANY REAL HESITATION THAT WOULD MAKE ME COMPLAIN.THE POWER IS THERE WHEN YOU NEED IT AND HAS PLENTY FOR ANYONE ON THE STREET.
Feel, Strength BRAKES ARE STRONG AND STOP YOU WHEN NEDDED.
HANDLING IS REALLY GOOD, BUT INTEND ON TWEEKING A LITTLE FOR A LITTLE BETTER HANDLING.
THIS BIKE IS BY FAR THE MOST COMFORTABLE OF ANY 600 CLASS.I HAVE DRIVEN AN 03 CBR 600 FOR 10 MINS AND WANTED TO GET OF THE MACHINE, BUT HANDLED VERY WELL.THE GXSR WAS JUST AS BAD AND THE 01 R6 I DROVE WAS THE WORST OF THE BUNCH.THE ZX-6R IS BY FAR THE BEST ALL AROUND 600 CLASS OUT THERE AND THE 00-02 ARE THE BEST LOOKING..KAWI GREEN IF YOU DRIVE A NINJA!
List the modifications on this bike Micron high mount slip-on Power Commander Chromed out Custom front and rear blinkers
any flat spots etc. Power is Great, after about 8,000-9,000 rpms HOLD ON
Feel, Strength Brakes grap nice, and strong.
Handling is tighter then the '03 model. When it gets bumpy, make sure your sitting centered, or see you on the pavement.
Great Power...Sharpe Looks.... But...... Seat angle is too high, and the handle bar angle is very low.
THE ENGINE OF MY NINJA WAS BOR OUT IT HAD NEW CARBORATORS AND A JET KIT IT HAD A JET BLACK PAINT JOB AND IT WAS CROMED OUT.
THIS BIKE SEEMED MUCH FASTER THAN MOST ORDANARY 600S THE NINJA REALY LIVES IT UP. I HAVE BEEN ABLE TO OUT RUN A CBR 750 SO FAR IT MAXES OUT AT 167
THE BRAKES SEEM TO WORK FINE SO FAR. BUT THE BACK BRAKES SEEM TO LOCK UP PRETTY EASILY.
THE STEERING SEEMS TO BE PRETTY GOOD FOR SUCH A LIGHT WEIGHT BIKE. IT HAS THE BEST HANDILING OF ANY 600 I'VE EVER HAD
IT IS A GOOD OVERAL BUY. IT IS CHEAP AND AT THE SAME TIME DELIVER THE PERFORMANCE YOU WANT AND NEED FROM A 600
THE ENGINE OF MY NINJA WAS BOR OUT IT HAD NEW CARBORATORS AND A JET KIT IT HAD A JET BLACK PAINT JOB AND IT WAS CROMED OUT.
THIS BIKE SEEMED MUCH FASTER THAN MOST ORDANARY 600S THE NINJA REALY LIVES IT UP. I HAVE BEEN ABLE TO OUT RUN A CBR 750 SO FAR IT MAXES OUT AT 167
THE BRAKES SEEM TO WORK FINE SO FAR. BUT THE BACK BRAKES SEEM TO LOCK UP PRETTY EASILY.
THE STEERING SEEMS TO BE PRETTY GOOD FOR SUCH A LIGHT WEIGHT BIKE. IT HAS THE BEST HANDILING OF ANY 600 I'VE EVER HAD
IT IS A GOOD OVERAL BUY. IT IS CHEAP AND AT THE SAME TIME DELIVER THE PERFORMANCE YOU WANT AND NEED FROM A 600
Puig Double Bubble Screen, K&N ordered and a scorpian can is on the wish list from Santa.
The bike is as capable as the rider, I had a blast in Scotland with some friends and during one of the not so sensible sessions I was able to hold my own against a ZX9 and a 2 up gixer thou in the bends. Of course on the straights a little power would have been nice as I had to work twice as hard to stay up on the wrong side of a ton 40.
Brakes feel as though a little vague during prolonged braking, have been told that if I fit braided hoses that would sort it out. I haven't had any problems myself on it but leant it to a mate who said "animal but small amount of brake fade"
Great piece of kit. If you want a bike to boost your confidence, stay economical and still put a smile on your face after 18mths this is for you. On top of that I managed 1200 miles on a weekend without needing medical assistance.
Learn to ride a Zx6 fast and your untouchable, at least on irish roads (more bends than straights). With some sensible mod's there are few bikes out there capable of beating you. I am 6'3 and 190lbs ish and the bike suits me fine its comfy I have put 14500 km's on the clock in 18 months and can't wait till April to start all over again. Each time I go out the amount of people who say I made the right choice still makes me smile. And I never get tired of hearing "that thing goes hard in the bends!!!"
Muzzy slip on, stage 2 jet kit, ignition advancer, 3 tooth larger rear sprocket.
Bike runs great. Will wheelie with only throttle. Has small flat spot at about 70mph in 6th gear.
Not bad. I think different pads & hoses would make them unbelievable.
Handles awesome. With dunlop 208s I can drag the pegs very easily. bike is light & nimble & easy to flick in the twisties.
Bike is comfortable, runs & handles like a dream. Not a liter bike but definately one of the better 600s out there.
List the modifications on this bike FMF Muffler slip on
any flat spots etc.
Feel, Strength good
like it
List the modifications on this bike FMF Muffler slip on
any flat spots etc.
Feel, Strength good
like it
my 1st bike
stage 1 jet kit, Leo Vince race exhaust, Dark smoke screen, polish wheels, flush-mount marker lights, frame sliders, euro undertail (R1 look), custom rear seat.
Runs better on mid to higher rpms. Enough power for a 600.
I totalled my first zx6r with 18 ft of skid mark. So, on this bike I put on GALFER brake pads and stops real well.
Handles good specially with good tires.
Recent mods include intake and exhaust racing cams and springs from Kawasaki racing, a Yoshimura RS- 3 full exhaust system, USBIII Power Commander, Dunlop D208GP�s, Scott�s steering dampener, Euro style undertail (super slick design), custom turn indicators for the front, rearsets from CompetitionWerkes, K&N air filter, chain replacement and decal trim. I have wave style brake disks waiting to go on. Overall tuning and custom fuel map increased the bike to 138hp from the stock 115hp. Major improvement over the stock bike, although mods cost an additional $6,500.00 to add on.
Before mods the bike was responsive on the top end but failed to deliver in the lower rpm�s up to 5,000. This bike wants to be revved high and does not respond very well if you shift to early, let the bike scream in the higher gears and you will enjoy this bike, even in its stock configuration. However after the mods this bike is a well tooled monster, capable and proven to keep up with the stock to slightly modified liter bikes on the track. Just have to have the balls to let this bike go!
I have done nothing with the brakes on this bike, stock brakes are amazing and the pads last a long time�kudos to Kawasaki on picking a great vendor for their brakes.
Stock configuration off the showroom floor needs a little help, the suspension needs to be setup for the rider and the conditions otherwise the bike will feel heavy in the corners at low speeds. At high speeds a dampener is a must! The head shake on this bike with the Bridgestone tires can get ugly really quickly, also checking tire pressure is a must as this only worsens the effect. The overall balance of the bike is good, although is does rake forward quite a bit for taller riders and the distance between the gas tank and the seat cowling is about two inches to short, a problem they fixed in the 04� model. Cornering is superb and the stock rearsets allow for plenty of clearance but not much grip, this is the reason I switched them out. Bottom line if you tweak a stock bike to your body weight and height this is a fun bike to ride.
I would not suggest this bike to a new rider if only for the reason that even in its stock configuration this bike is mean and can and will bite you if you do not know how to ride. Yes it can be tame in the right hands of an experienced rider and can be a great commuting bike, other then that I give this bike my praise. I have heard some people do not like the digital speedo/tach but I have to disagree, it is clearly visible when you need it. I would question why a rider would even need to look at the speedo/tach while riding, gauging speed is easy enough and the sound of the rev limiter is unmistakable. The only reason I look down is to see if I am getting low on fuel.
no real mods just uridium screen and cleaned up the rear undercarridge
flat spot between 3 and 5thousand and a bit of vibration between 6 and 7
great other than a bit of tail hopping when shifting hard down threw gears
great
amazed that ive got it down to a 10.88 on the 1/4 mile and thats with no mech mods
full muzzy exhaust sys. mini blinkers, went one tooth down on the front sprocket.
Since the sprocket conversion the power ban is better and enables me to lift the front up better in high speeds on the highway. the bike has better peaks and less flat spots due to going down one tooth,
very strong, the dual front disc brakes make it easy to slow down really fast coming from high speeds to an almost stop.
good handling i need a steering sys. put on but still really good handling
kawasaki makes a pretty good bike.
GPR Stabilizer, 2 Brothers V.A.L.E. Exhaust
Unreal power at low rpm for a 600. Sucks your eyeballs in at high rpm. Can't keep the front tire down through 3rd when you let'er go.
exceptional stopping power for a stock system
I figured it would harder to throw this bike around than my old GSXR 600.....boy was i wrong
Wouldn't recommend as a first bike unless you have decent self control. Bike's so comfortable it feels tame at cruising speeds.......but soon you get brave, in say 500-1000 miles, and quickly realize you gotta wolf in sheeps clothing. This bike kills all other stock 600's and even sends the 05' GSXR750 scrambling for every rpm. Only negative is the digital tach. But once you become familiar with the exhaust...who needs a tach!
GPR Stabilizer, 2 Brothers V.A.L.E. Exhaust
Unreal power at low rpm for a 600. Sucks your eyeballs in at high rpm. Can't keep the front tire down through 3rd when you let'er go.
exceptional stopping power for a stock system
I figured it would harder to throw this bike around than my old GSXR 600.....boy was i wrong
Wouldn't recommend as a first bike unless you have decent self control. Bike's so comfortable it feels tame at cruising speeds.......but soon you get brave, in say 500-1000 miles, and quickly realize you gotta wolf in sheeps clothing. This bike kills all other stock 600's and even sends the 05' GSXR750 scrambling for every rpm. Only negative is the digital tach. But once you become familiar with the exhaust...who needs a tach!
I use this bike for race purpose and tried various mods to improve engine performance but still within the national regulation for superbike class (above 600cc). My focus of mods are engine performance and handling. Now I have put BMC air filter, custom full race exhaust (different pipe sizes in 3 stages), ignition advanced (locally modified), ported intake, added PCIIIUSB with custom mapping,Scott's oil filter, readjust the front sproket -1 (15), and rear sproket +2 (45). As for handling dept I put on the GPR stabilizer, lowered the front end 1/5 inch, improved aerodynamics by adding extended flat cover under the head lamp - to keep the bike on the ground, use dunlop d208 gpa zr tyres, and EBC race brake pads plus itaco braided lines.
When I use custom muffler, stock air filter with PCIIIUSB mapping, i had 117 hp (dynoed) at rear wheel (front and rear gear readjusted). Now after the above mods was done, I have 126.8 hp (dynoed)!!! The power delivery is much better at mid range and high rpm. and the sound....the best on the track!
The stock pads is great on the track as well on the street. But at first when I replaced it to EBC race pads, the bike won't brake as It should until I removed the dust cover on the brake pad housing, the EBC worked much better.
I use Dunlop D208 gpa ZR - (hard compund) because it's a sponsor's tyre for Asian championship event. The tyre is not an easy tyre to handle, it works great on cornering but if you go fast on a straightline it create tremendous head shake on the front as well on rear tyre. The bike is very hard to handle. After long hours of carefull suspension set up (damping/compresion/ front / rear suspension / sag), lowering front end, and improved aerodynamics at the front end - Now I am in control (at that time i did not have my GPR stab yet).
Confidence on the track, even If I have to fight with 1 litre bike (bigger is not always better). Next project, shorter exhaust. I think undertail exhaust is just for the show, shorter exhaust may work better for my zx. I am thinking of making custom side short mufller, inspired by GSX1000 K5. Once it's done next month, I will dyno it see how it works.
Scorpio sr-i500 alarm, Metzeller Sport-tech M-1 tires, Engine Ice Coolent, BMC Racing air filter. Plan on a Power Commander III and the Ignition Module (w/Rev Extender), and did erv3 x-ring chain.
under 5,000 rpms the bike had some hesitation. the air filter helped out a lot. running 110 octane u dont notice a hesitation at all. it loves to be wine. i say the fun begins at 11,000.
love the feel of them. althou they have gotten a bit notchy but the lever probably needs some lube. They Dont Play!
im still using the stock settings. it feels a litle heavy in slow turns. very good handling concdering street riders poor comments on the handling. it does take a little more muscle.
stock came with 113 at the tire. LOVE THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. if ur hammering it in 1st and see the shift light come on, make sure your holding on. my bike about kicked me in the ass. felt like an extra 30hp out of nowere. the bike loves race fuel, dont fill up an empty tank with race fuel. having to get new piston rings doesn't sound nice. for those concerned about altatude. if u have the DFI system it will automaticlly adjust itself. nice litle altatude sensor power suggestion. a x-ring chain allows up to an extra 50% power delivery. hybrid ceramic bearings, street rider mag did a test. they bought a bike did several timed test from a stop. changed the wheel bearing(5 bearing) and after 13 sec reached was 10 mph faster. and they only replaced the wheele bearings. amagine the tranny and engine bearings. think of what that does for gas effiency, and power. bloodycyborge@aol.com have something like bikes or something in the subject. to much spam.
yosh exhaust undertail kit
flat spot from 3 to 4 grand
goood goood good
nice handling
best bike in 600 class lots of power
Just a rear hugger to prevent mud at the back
Ofcourse not a literbikedelivery, but enough to get it going fast and nice if u want to...gear down and it goes on very very nice, but u can cruise around in topgear at 100km/t also. If u have passanger i think its a litle weak...got "stuck" at low rews to easy-but i havnt tryed the other 600's, but ZX6R has the best dynocurve. It still has carburetors, but that aint a bad thing! It uses less fuel, and goes smoother then the injected ones...! A litle bit unsteady at the choke-not a problem, just a habbit.
Good feel and very strong-a stoopiebike endeed.
So light and easy that when i got it i used to much effort in the curves :)
I like it alot, even on long trips like 2300km at 4 days.
D&D slip-on, Dropped one tooth in front sprocket
Carburetion needs adjustment on my bike. With a slip-on and no jetting, it seems to run a little rough at lower RPM's, however when cranking on, power is smooth and very consistent. There is a 'supposed' flat spot at around 3-4 grand, but I don't really notice it. Power is real strong down low for a 600 and continues to 14,000.
Brakes seem a little weak on mine, but I'm not sure if that is just because I probably need new brakes. Other bikes I have ridden seem to stop a little quicker, but new pads and some adjustment should bring me up to par.
The first thing I noticed on this bike was the way it handled. It is very easy to ride, especially in corners. It feels real tight and confident in sharp turns.
I love this bike. I don't think the press gives it the attention it deserves. When it first came out, this was the only bike they talked about, and now they don't even mention it. I think it is an awesome bike and still has class leading power. I have ridden many other 600's and this is my favorite. I am now a die hard Kawasaki fan.
