Kawasaki Ninja 650R

Kawasaki Ninja 650R
ManufacturerKawasaki Motors
Also calledKawasaki ER-6f/EX-6
Kawasaki Ninja 650 (since 2012)
Parent companyKawasaki Heavy Industries
Production2005–present
ClassStandard
Engine649 cc (39.6 cu in), liquid-cooled, DOHC, parallel twin with digital fuel injection
Bore / stroke83.0 mm × 60.0 mm (3.27 in × 2.36 in)
Compression ratio10.8:1
Transmission6-speed sequential cassette-style
SuspensionFront: 41 mm hydraulic telescopic fork, 4.9 in travel
Rear: Single offset laydown shock with adjustable preload; 5.1 in travel
BrakesFront: Dual 300 mm petal disc with 2-Piston caliper
Rear: Single 220 mm Petal disc with hydraulic caliper
TiresFront: 120/70-17
Rear: 160/60-17
Rake, trail25°, 110 mm (4.3 in)
Wheelbase1,410 mm (56 in)
DimensionsL: 2,110 mm (83 in)
W: 770 mm (30 in)
H: 1,180 mm (46 in)
Seat height805 mm (31.7 in)
Weight186 kg (410 lb) (dry)
211 kg (465 lb) (wet)
Fuel capacity16 L (3.5 imp gal; 4.2 US gal)
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The Kawasaki Ninja 650R, also called ER-6f or EХ-6, is a motorcycle in the Ninja series from the Japanese manufacturer Kawasaki Motors sold since 2006. In 2012, the R suffix was dropped from its name. It is a middleweight, parallel-twin engined motorcycle, designed for normal use on paved roads. They have modern styling and features, with low-seating ergonomics and a low center of gravity. The engine has a 180° crankshaft, resulting in an uneven firing interval of 180° and 540°.