Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R - 2007 Specifications and Reviews

The 2007 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R is a middleweight sport bike engineered for track-focused riders and enthusiasts seeking sharp handling and responsive performance. Its 599cc inline-four engine delivers aggressive acceleration with advanced fuel injection, while the aluminum perimeter frame ensures precise cornering dynamics. Best known for balancing raw power with agility, the ZX-6R dominated its class as an accessible yet capable supersport machine.

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General information

CategorySport
Year2007
ModelKawasaki Ninja ZX-6R

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Transmission type,final driveChain
Gearbox6-speed
Cooling systemLiquid
IgnitionTCBI with digital advance
Fuel controlDOHC
Fuel systemInjection. DFI with four 38mm Keihin throttle bodies, oval sub-throttles, two injectors per throttle body
Valves per cylinder4
Bore x stroke67.0 x 42.5 mm (2.6 x 1.7 inches)
Compression13.9:1
Engine typeIn-line four, four-stroke
Capacity:599.00 ccm (36.55 cubic inches)
 
 

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels

Rear brakes diameter210 mm (8.3 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc
Front brakes diameter300 mm (11.8 inches)
Front brakesDouble disc
Rear tyre dimensions180/55-ZR17
Front tyre dimensions120/65-ZR17
Rear suspensionBottom-Link Uni-Trak® with gas-charged shock, top-out spring and pillow ball upper mount, dual-range (high/low-speed) stepless compression damping, 25-way Adjustable rebound damping, fully-adjustable spring preload / TBD
Front suspension41 mm inverted cartridge fork with top-out springs, stepless rebound damping, stepless compression damping, fully-adjustable spring preload / TBD
Rake (fork angle)24.0°
Frame typeAluminum perimeter

Physical measures and capacities

Fuel capacity17.03 litres (4.50 gallons)
Wheelbase1,389 mm (54.7 inches)
Seat height826 mm (32.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
 
 

Other specs

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Color optionsLime Green, Atomic Silver, Ebony, Passion Red
StarterElectric

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

124 hp
Peak Power
3.3s
0-60 mph

Best For

Track92%
City45%
Cornering93%
Daily Riding40%
Touring30%
Passenger30%

Rider Profile

Best ForThis is a high-revving supersport best suited to riders with prior experience on sportbikes who are comfortable managing an engine that makes its power high in the rev range.
PurposeBuilt primarily for spirited canyon carving and track days, with razor-sharp handling as its main selling point over outright straight-line power.
Rider FitThe committed riding position, high footpegs, and low bars mean wrists, shoulders, and lower back will feel the strain on longer rides or in heavy traffic.
CharacterA revvy, precise, and eager middleweight that rewards riders who like to work the gearbox and chase the tach needle through corners.
Not Ideal ForNot a good fit for new riders, anyone prioritizing all-day comfort, or those planning to load it up with luggage and a passenger for long-distance touring.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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2007 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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Feet:

At 826mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2007 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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