Detailed instructions for use are in the User's Guide.
[. . . ] Good Times Credit Plan not available in Canada.
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SUPERSPORT SPORT
Specifications subject to change without notice. Always wear a helmet and appropriate apparel. Call 1-800-446-9227 for the Motorcycle Safety Foundation beginner or expert course near you. You won't even need a motorcycle-your course sponsor will provide one courtesy of your local dealer.
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For more information, visit our Web site at: kawasaki. com saFe riding's MOre FUn ride responsibly. [. . . ] always wear a helmet, eye protection, and proper apparel. if riding off-highway, use authorized areas only. never ride under the influence of drugs or alcohol. riding is more fun on a well-maintained motorcycle. . . follow the instructions in your owner's manual. remember, riding safe is smart.
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Professional rider on a closed course.
the champion in you
On the track, you're either the quickest guy in the 600 supersport pack or you're toast. Which is exactly why the all-new 2009 ninja® ZXTM-6r motorcycle boasts a potent 599cc DOHC liquid-cooled In-Line Four with chrome-moly camshafts and ultra-precise digital fuel injection for superior bottom-end, midrange and peak horsepower, along with 22 pounds less mass for an improved power-to-weight ratio. The new inverted big-piston fork likewise improves cornering feel and agility, while a first-inclass steering damper, sharpened handling and ergonomics, and aggressive new bodywork serve notice that the new ZX-6R means business the business of winning.
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the first production use of showa's new Big piston Fork (BpF) utilizes simpler internal damper construction for lighter weight, better feedback and smoother fork action for better overall handling.
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sharing multiple components with the lightweight new ZX-10r swingarm, the aluminum ZX-6r unit is now both lighter and more rigid. swingarm includes rear race-stand bosses for convenient track-side or garage support.
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Professional rider on a closed course.
the race track
Built for the track and civilized for the street that`s the focus of the new 2009 ninja® ZXTM-10r motorcycle. As a direct beneficiary of Kawasaki's factory superbike racing experience, the ZX-10R has an extremely compact and potent 998cc liquid-cooled DOHC In-Line Four engine with two digital fuel injectors per cylinder for earth-shaking low-end torque and stratospheric top-end performance. Total range of adjustment is 40mm or nearly 1. 6 inches.
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Professional riders on a closed course.
ninja 500r
discover yours
Commute to job or school, dash through the twisties, or chase the horizon on a summer tour. It's all in a day's work for the ninja® 650r motorcycle. With a versatile 649cc liquid-cooled Parallel Twin engine, it's just as happy squeezing mileage out of a gallon of gas as chasing apexes at your nearest track day. Now with improved emissions from revised fuel-injection mapping, a more comfortable ride thanks to rubber engine, handlebar and footrest isolation, and a redesigned frame, bodywork and lighting, the Ninja 650R just achieved its ultimate goal--perfection. There may be no smarter sportbike purchase than the ninja® 500r. This perennial Kawasaki favorite is 498cc of liquid-cooled twin-cylinder Good Times, wrapped in seriously stylish Ninja bodywork at a very affordable price.
ninja 650r
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With dual overhead cams, four valves per cylinder and a 6-speed transmission, the ninja 500r can go wheel-to-wheel with bigger sportbikes. estimated fuel economy of 51 MpG does
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new rubber-mounted handlebar clamps help reduce vibration for a more comfortable ride. low-rise bars are ideally positioned for a natural but sporty riding position on the street, highway or track.
them one better.
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Contemporary 17-inch diameter cast-aluminum wheels and low-profile sportbike tires offer surefooted handling, while twin cross-drilled front disc brakes with dual-piston calipers provide quick, confident stops and a great look.
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new MotoGp-inspired multifunction instrumentation features a bar-style digital tachometer, digital speedometer, fuel gauge, clock, odometer and dual trip meters. dramatic red lCd backlighting adds to the visual appeal at night.
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an aerodynamically sculptured half fairing and sport windscreen provide excellent wind protection on the highway. Fairing incorporates a large, bright headlight for high visibility in traffic and confident nighttime operation.
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redesigned swingarm uses a d-shaped cross-section for higher rigidity, while new high-performance chain adjusters and improved paint finish create a higher-quality
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Kawasaki's fuel economy estimates are based on EPA emission measurement test procedures. Your actual mileage may vary.
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appearance. revised suspension tuning likewise improves ride and handling.
specifications
Engine Type Displacement Bore x stroke Maximum Torque Compression ratio Fuel System liMe green
ninja® ZXTM-6r
4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder, In-Line Four 599cc 67. 0 x 42. 5mm 49. 2 lb-ft @ 11, 800 rpm 13. 3:1 DFI® with four 38mm Keihin throttle bodies, oval sub-throttles, two injectors per throttle body TCBI with digital advance 6-speed X-Ring Chain 24. 0 °/4. 1 inches Aluminum perimeter 120/70-ZR17; 180/55-ZR17 55. 1 inches 41mm inverted Showa Big Piston Front fork with top-out springs, stepless compression and rebound damping, fully-adustable spring preload / 4. 7 in. Bottom-Link UNI-TRAK® with gas-charged shock, top-out spring and pillow ball upper mount, dualrange (high/low-speed) stepless compression damping, 25-way adjustable rebound damping, fullyadjustable spring preload / 5. 3 in. Dual 300mm petal rotors with dual radial-mounted, four-piston, fourpad calipers Single 220mm petal rotor with single piston caliper 4. 5 gallons 32. 1 inches 421. 2 pounds 82. 3 in. [. . . ]