Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R ABS KRT - 2016 Specifications and Reviews
The 2016 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R ABS is a middleweight sport bike engineered for track-focused riders seeking aggressive performance and razor-sharp handling. Known for its potent engine, responsive braking system with dual front discs and ABS, and lightweight 194 kg chassis, it excels at high-speed cornering and precision control on both road and circuit. This KRT edition combines race-inspired engineering with practical daily ridability, making it ideal for experienced riders who demand serious sportbike capability.
2016
General information | |
| Category | Sport |
| Year | 2016 |
| Model | Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R ABS KRT |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Driveline | 520 series sealed chain |
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc, manual |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Lubrication system | Forced lubrication, wet sump |
| Ignition | Digital |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x Stroke | 67.0 x 45.1 mm (2.6 x 1.8 inches) |
| Compression | 12.9:1 |
| Torque | 71.00 Nm (7.2 kgf-m or 52.4 ft.lbs) @ 7200 RPM |
| Power | 131.00 HP (95.6 kW) @ 13500 RPM |
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. |
| Front brakes diameter | 310 mm (12.2 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Floating discs. ABS. |
| Rear tyre | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Front tyre | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear wheel travel | 135 mm (5.3 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | Bottom-link Uni-Trak® with gas-charged shock, stepless compression damping adjustment, 25-way adjustable rebound damping, fully adjustable spring preload |
| Front wheel travel | 119 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Front Suspension | 41mm inverted Showa SFF-BP fork with top-out springs, stepless compression and rebound damping, adjustable spring preload |
| Trail | 104 mm (4.1 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 23.4° |
| Frame type | Perimeter, pressed-aluminium |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 17.00 litres (4.49 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,395 mm (54.9 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Overall width | 705 mm (27.8 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,085 mm (82.1 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,115 mm (43.9 inches) |
| Seat height | 830 mm (32.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 194.0 kg (427.7 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Comments | 137 hp at 13.500 rpm with RAM air. Traction control. |
| Factory warranty | 12 Month Limited Warranty |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Lime Green/Ebony |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
131 hp
Peak Power
3.3s
0-60 mph
Best For
Track92%
City45%
Cornering93%
Daily Riding40%
Touring30%
Passenger25%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Best suited to experienced riders who are comfortable with a high-revving supersport engine and aggressive riding position. |
| Purpose | Built primarily for spirited cornering and track-day performance rather than utility or long-distance comfort. |
| Rider Fit | Demands a committed, forward-leaning posture and strong wrists, wrists, and core, especially at low speeds or in traffic. |
| Character | A sharp, race-bred middleweight that rewards high-rev riding and precise inputs with razor-sharp handling. |
| Not Ideal For | Not ideal for riders seeking a relaxed commute, off-road capability, or comfortable two-up touring. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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