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{{short description|Japanese motorcycle produced 2006-2017}}
{{Infobox Motorcycle
{{Infobox Motorcycle
| name = Kawasaki Ninja 650R
| name = Kawasaki Ninja 650R
| image = [[File:Kawasaki ER-6.jpg|frameless|upright=1.35]]
| image = [[File:Kawasaki ER-6.jpg|frameless|upright=1.35]]
| aka = Kawasaki ER-6f/EX-6<br>Kawasaki Ninja 650 (since 2012)
| aka = Kawasaki ER-6f/EX-6<br />Kawasaki Ninja 650 (since 2012)
| manufacturer = [[Kawasaki Heavy Industries Motorcycle & Engine|Kawasaki Motorcycle & Engine Company]]
| manufacturer = [[Kawasaki Motors]]
| parent_company = [[Kawasaki Heavy Industries]]
| parent_company = [[Kawasaki Heavy Industries]]
| production = 2006–present
| production = 2005–present
| predecessor =
| predecessor =
| successor =
| successor =
| class = [[Types of motorcycles#Standard|Standard]]<ref name=PerfIndex2013/>
| class = [[Types of motorcycles#Standard|Standard]]<ref name=PerfIndex2013/>
| engine = {{Convert|649|cc|cuin|abbr=on}}, liquid-cooled, [[DOHC]], [[Straight-twin engine|parallel twin]] with digital fuel injection
| engine = {{Convert|649|cc|cuin|abbr=on}}, liquid-cooled, [[DOHC]], [[Straight-twin engine|parallel twin]] with digital fuel injection
| compression = 10.8:1
| compression = 10.8:1
| bore_stroke = {{convert|83.0|×|60.0|mm|abbr=on}}
| bore_stroke = {{convert|83.0|×|60.0|mm|abbr=on}}
| transmission = 6-speed cassette-style
| transmission = 6-speed sequential cassette-style
| suspension = Front: 41 mm hydraulic telescopic fork, 4.9 in travel<br>Rear: Single offset laydown shock with adjustable preload; 5.1 in travel
| suspension = Front: 41 mm hydraulic telescopic fork, 4.9 in travel<br />Rear: Single offset laydown shock with adjustable preload; 5.1 in travel
| brakes = Front: Dual 300 mm Petal Disc with 2-Piston Caliper<br>Rear: Single 220 mm Petal Disc with hydraulic caliper
| brakes = Front: Dual 300 mm petal disc with 2-Piston caliper<br />Rear: Single 220 mm Petal disc with hydraulic caliper
| tires = Front: 120/70-17<br>Rear: 160/60-17
| tires = Front: 120/70-17<br />Rear: 160/60-17
| rake_trail = 25°, {{convert|110|mm|abbr=on}}
| rake_trail = 25°, {{convert|110|mm|abbr=on}}
| wheelbase = {{convert|1410|mm|abbr=on}}
| wheelbase = {{convert|1410|mm|abbr=on}}
| length= {{convert|2110|mm|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|2110|mm|abbr=on}}
| width= {{convert|770|mm|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|770|mm|abbr=on}}
| height= {{convert|1180|mm|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1180|mm|abbr=on}}
| seat_height = {{convert|805|mm|abbr=on}}
| seat_height = {{convert|805|mm|abbr=on}}
| dry_weight = {{convert|186|kg|abbr=on}}
| dry_weight = {{convert|186|kg|abbr=on}}
| wet_weight = {{convert|211|kg|abbr=on}}
| wet_weight = {{convert|211|kg|abbr=on}}
| fuel_capacity = {{convert|16|l|abbr=on}}
| fuel_capacity = {{convert|16|L|abbr=on}}
| related = [[Kawasaki Versys 650]]<br/>[[Kawasaki Ninja 250R]]<br>[[Kawasaki Ninja 400R]]<br/>[[Kawasaki Ninja 500R]]
| related = [[Kawasaki Versys 650]]<br />[[Kawasaki Ninja 250R]]<br />[[Kawasaki Ninja 400R]]<br />[[Kawasaki Ninja 500R]]
}}
}}


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The '''Kawasaki Ninja 650R''', also called '''ER-6f''' or '''EХ-6''', is a motorcycle in the [[Kawasaki Ninja|Ninja]] series from the Japanese manufacturer [[Kawasaki Motors]] sold since 2006. In 2012, the '''R''' suffix was dropped from its name.<ref name=sportrider>[http://www.sportrider.com/bikes/146_1204_2012_kawasaki_ninja_650/viewall.html 2012 Ninja 650 Review]</ref> It is a middleweight, [[Straight-twin engine|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 mass|center of gravity]]. The engine has a 180° crankshaft, resulting in an [[Big-bang firing order|uneven firing interval]] of 180° and 540°.


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The 650R and its [[naked bike|naked]] sibling, the ER-6n, were introduced in 2006. The naked ER-6n was not sold in North America until the 2009 model year. The motorcycle fits above the [[Kawasaki Ninja 250R|Ninja 250R]] and [[Kawasaki Ninja 500R|Ninja 500R]] models, which already existed in Kawasaki's sportbike lineup, which includes the Ninja ZX models. For 2009, Kawasaki released an updated Ninja 650R which includes new bodywork, mirrors, gauges, lighting, and a new tune on the same {{Convert|649|cc|cuin|abbr=on}} engine. Along with chassis and minor tweaks, an all-new bodywork design was introduced to the 2012 Ninja 650 and ER-6n along with a new 2-piece seat assembly, 20mm wider handlebars, and a new tachometer above an LCD display that shows speed, trip meters, fuel consumption, etc. The new Ninja 650 also comes equipped with an Economical Riding Indicator which activates when the bike is consuming low amounts of fuel. For 2017 Kawasaki has updated the Ninja 650 with a new trellis style frame adding to the new lighter weight and better handling. With new sharper styling it has done away with the distinctive side mount rear shock for a more conventional one, it has also added a slipper clutch.<ref name=Preview>{{cite web |url=http://www.motorcycle.com/manufacturer/kawasaki/2017-kawasaki-ninja-650-preview.html//|last=Chung |first=Dennis |title=2017 Kawasaki Ninja 650 Preview| publisher=Motorcycle.com|access-date=October 4, 2016|date=October 4, 2016 }}</ref>
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The '''Kawasaki Ninja 650R''', also called '''ER-6f''' or '''EХ-6''', is a motorcycle in the [[Kawasaki Ninja|Ninja]] series from the Japanese manufacturer [[Kawasaki Heavy Industries Motorcycle & Engine|Kawasaki]] sold since 2006. The 2012 model drops the '''R''' suffix from its name.<ref name=sportrider>[http://www.sportrider.com/bikes/146_1204_2012_kawasaki_ninja_650/viewall.html 2012 Ninja 650 Review]</ref> It is a middleweight, [[Straight-twin engine|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 mass|center of gravity]]. The engine has a 180° crankshaft, resulting in an [[Big-bang firing order|uneven firing interval]] of 180° and 540°.

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The 650R and its [[naked bike|naked]] sibling, the ER-6n, were introduced in 2006. The naked ER-6n was not sold in North America until the 2009 model year. The motorcycle fits above the [[Kawasaki Ninja 250R|Ninja 250R]] and [[Kawasaki Ninja 500R|Ninja 500R]] models, which already existed in Kawasaki's sportbike lineup, which includes the Ninja ZX models. For 2009, Kawasaki released an updated Ninja 650R which includes new bodywork, mirrors, gauges, lighting, and a new tune on the same {{Convert|649|cc|cuin|abbr=on}} engine. Along with chassis and minor tweaks, an all-new bodywork design was introduced to the 2012 Ninja 650 and ER-6n along with a new 2-piece seat assembly, 20mm wider handlebars, and a new tachometer above an LCD display that shows speed, trip meters, fuel consumption and etc. The new Ninja 650 also comes equipped with an [https://www.kawasaki-cp.khi.co.jp/technology/engine/tech_economical_riding_indicator_e.html ECO Mode] indicator when the bike is consuming low amounts of fuel. For 2017 Kawasaki has updated the Ninja 650 with a new frame trellis style adding to the new lighter weight and better handling. With new sharper styling it has done away with the distinctive side mount rear shock for a more conventional one, it has also added a slipper clutch.<ref name=Preview>{{cite web |url=http://www.motorcycle.com/manufacturer/kawasaki/2017-kawasaki-ninja-650-preview.html//|last=Chung |first=Dennis |title=2017 Kawasaki Ninja 650 Preview| publisher=Motorcycle.com|accessdate=October 4, 2016|date=October 4, 2016 }}</ref>


== Other versions ==
== Other versions ==
[[Image:2006Ninja650RSideView.jpg|thumb|2006 Ninja 650R]]
[[Image:2006Ninja650RSideView.jpg|thumb|2006 Ninja 650R]]
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[[File:Kawasaki Ninja 650R Chad Cose Sturgis TT August 6 2017.tif|thumb|Kawasaki Ninja 650R as raced by Chad Cose at the Sturgis TT August 6 2017]]
In Europe the Ninja 650R is sold as the ER-6f ("f" denoting [[Motorcycle fairing|faired]]), the [[Naked bike|"naked"]] roadster version is sold as the ER-6n. In 2009, Kawasaki introduced the ER-6n in the USA. The ER-6f differs slightly from the Ninja 650R, as it features the passenger handlebars as standard (as does the ER-6n). In addition, the option of [[anti-lock braking system|ABS brakes]] was made available for both the ER-6n and ER-6f. There is also a derivative of the ER-6 called the [[Kawasaki Versys|Versys]] which utilizes many of the same components.
In Europe the Ninja 650R is sold as the ER-6f ("f" denoting [[Motorcycle fairing|faired]]), the [[Naked bike|"naked"]] roadster version is sold as the ER-6n. In 2009, Kawasaki introduced the ER-6n in the USA. The ER-6f differs slightly from the Ninja 650R, as it features the passenger handlebars as standard (as does the ER-6n). In addition, the option of [[anti-lock braking system|ABS brakes]] was made available for both the ER-6n and ER-6f. There is also a derivative of the ER-6 called the [[Kawasaki Versys|Versys]] which utilizes many of the same components.
In many European countries the 6n naked version has proven more popular than the ER-6f; however in other countries, such as Australia, the faired Ninja 650R has proven to be more popular than the un-faired ER-6n, becoming the most popular 'sports-tourer' in the Kawasaki lineup.<ref name=msnsalesstats>[http://www.mcnews.com.au/NewsArchives/2009/Sales_Half/editorial_road.htm Motorbike Sales Figures]</ref>
In many European countries the 6n naked version has proven more popular than the ER-6f; however in other countries, such as Australia and India, the faired Ninja 650R has proven to be more popular than the un-faired ER-6n, becoming the most popular 'sports-tourer' in the Kawasaki lineup. Production has stopped for the ER-6n model since 2018, it has been replaced by the Z650 series.<ref name=msnsalesstats>[http://www.mcnews.com.au/NewsArchives/2009/Sales_Half/editorial_road.htm Motorbike Sales Figures] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090814222913/http://www.mcnews.com.au/NewsArchives/2009/Sales_Half/editorial_road.htm |date=2009-08-14 }}</ref>


==Specifications==
==Specifications==
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! width="10%" | Model Year
! width="10%" | Model Year
! width="30%" | 2006-2008<ref name="2008specs">[http://www.kawasaki.com/Products/product-specifications.aspx?id=264] page from www.kawasaki.com</ref>
! width="30%" | 2006-2008<ref name="2008specs">{{cite web |url=http://www.kawasaki.com/Products/product-specifications.aspx?id=264 |title=Archived copy |access-date=2009-03-02 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090426013141/http://www.kawasaki.com/products/product-specifications.aspx?id=264 |archive-date=2009-04-26 }} page from www.kawasaki.com</ref>
! width="30%" | 2009<ref name="2009specs">[http://www.kawasaki.com/Products/product-specifications.aspx?id=372] page from www.kawasaki.com</ref>-2011
! width="30%" | 2009<ref name="2009specs">{{cite web |url=http://www.kawasaki.com/Products/product-specifications.aspx?id=372 |title=Archived copy |access-date=2009-03-02 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090224004846/http://kawasaki.com/Products/product-specifications.aspx?id=372 |archive-date=2009-02-24 }} page from www.kawasaki.com</ref>-2011
! width="30%" | 2012<ref name="2012specs">[http://www.kawasaki.com/Products/2015-Ninja-650-ABS] page from www.kawasaki.com</ref>-2015
! width="30%" | 2012<ref name="2012specs">[http://www.kawasaki.com/Products/2015-Ninja-650-ABS] page from www.kawasaki.com</ref>-2015
|-
|-
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! Compression Ratio
! Compression Ratio
| colspan="2" | 11.3:1
| colspan="2" | 11.3:1
| colspan="1" | 10.8:1
| colspan="1" | 11.3:1
|-
|-
! Power
! Power
| colspan="2" | {{convert|71.1|bhp|abbr=on}} @ 8,500&nbsp;rpm (claimed)<ref name="ER-6f 2006 Kawasaki.co.uk">{{Cite web |url=http://www.kawasaki.co.uk/Product/Specifications/3400D4C6FF9 |title=Kawasaki ER-6f - 2006 Specifications |publisher=Kawasaki.co.uk |accessdate=30 January 2014}}</ref>{{Check|date=April 2014}}<br />
| colspan="2" | {{convert|53|kW|abbr=on|}} @ 8,500&nbsp;rpm (claimed)<ref name="ER-6f 2006 Kawasaki.co.uk">{{Cite web |url=http://www.kawasaki.co.uk/Product/Specifications/3400D4C6FF9 |title=Kawasaki ER-6f - 2006 Specifications |publisher=Kawasaki.co.uk |access-date=30 January 2014 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140203171520/http://www.kawasaki.co.uk/Product/Specifications/3400D4C6FF9 |archive-date=3 February 2014 }}</ref>{{Verify source|date=April 2014}}<br />
{{convert|64.8|hp|abbr=on}} @ 9,000&nbsp;rpm (rear wheel)<ref name=motorcyclist/>
{{convert|64.8|hp|abbr=on}} @ 9,000&nbsp;rpm (rear wheel)<ref name=motorcyclist/>
| colspan="1" | {{convert|71|bhp|abbr=on}} @ 8,500&nbsp;rpm (claimed)<ref name="ER-6f 2012 Kawasaki.co.uk">{{Cite web |url=http://www.kawasaki.co.uk/Product/Specifications/3409DE56FF9 |title=Kawasaki ER-6f - 2012 Specifications |publisher=Kawasaki.co.uk |accessdate=30 January 2014}}</ref>{{Check|date=April 2014}}
| colspan="1" | {{convert|53|kW|abbr=on|}} @ 8,500&nbsp;rpm (claimed)<ref name="ER-6f 2012 Kawasaki.co.uk">{{Cite web |url=http://www.kawasaki.co.uk/Product/Specifications/3409DE56FF9 |title=Kawasaki ER-6f - 2012 Specifications |publisher=Kawasaki.co.uk |access-date=30 January 2014 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140203171524/http://www.kawasaki.co.uk/Product/Specifications/3409DE56FF9 |archive-date=3 February 2014 }}</ref>{{Verify source|date=April 2014}}
|-
|-
! Torque
! Torque
| colspan="2" | {{convert|48.7|lb.ft|abbr=on}} @ 7,000&nbsp;rpm (claimed)<ref name="ER-6f 2006 Kawasaki.co.uk"/>{{Check|date=April 2014}}<br />
| colspan="2" | {{convert|48.7|lbft|order=flip|abbr=on}} @ 7,000&nbsp;rpm (claimed)<ref name="ER-6f 2006 Kawasaki.co.uk"/>{{Verify source|date=April 2014}}<br />
{{convert|44.7|lb.ft|abbr=on}} @ 7,250&nbsp;rpm (rear wheel)<ref name=motorcyclist/>
{{convert|44.7|lb.ft|abbr=on}} @ 7,250&nbsp;rpm (rear wheel)<ref name=motorcyclist/>
| colspan="1" | {{convert|47|lb.ft|abbr=on}} @ 7,000&nbsp;rpm (claimed)<ref name="ER-6f 2012 Kawasaki.co.uk"/>{{Check|date=April 2014}}
| colspan="1" | {{convert|47|lb.ft|order=flip|abbr=on}} @ 7,000&nbsp;rpm (claimed)<ref name="ER-6f 2012 Kawasaki.co.uk"/>{{Verify source|date=April 2014}}
|-
|-
! Valve Train
! Valve Train
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| colspan="3" | 6-speed w/multi-plate clutch
| colspan="3" | 6-speed w/multi-plate clutch
|-
|-
! Gear Ratios<br>1st<br>2nd<br>3rd<br>4th<br>5th<br>6th
! Gear Ratios<br />1st<br />2nd<br />3rd<br />4th<br />5th<br />6th
| colspan="3" | <br>39/16 (2.438)<br>36/21 (1.714)<br>32/24 (1.333)<br>30/27 (1.111)<br>28/29 (0.966)<br>23/27 (0.852)
| colspan="3" | <br />39/16 (2.438)<br />36/21 (1.714)<br />32/24 (1.333)<br />30/27 (1.111)<br />28/29 (0.966)<br />23/27 (0.852)
|-
|-
! Primary Reduction Ratio
! Primary Reduction Ratio
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|-
! Rake
! Rake
| colspan="2" | 25°<ref name="ER-6f 2012 Kawasaki.co.uk"/><br />24.5° (ER-6n)<ref name="ER-6n 2006 Kawasaki.co.uk">{{Cite web |url=http://www.kawasaki.co.uk/Product/Specifications/3400B433331 |title=Kawasaki ER-6n - 2006 Specifications |publisher=Kawasaki.co.uk |accessdate=30 January 2014}}</ref>
| colspan="2" | 25°<ref name="ER-6f 2012 Kawasaki.co.uk"/><br />24.5° (ER-6n)<ref name="ER-6n 2006 Kawasaki.co.uk">{{Cite web |url=http://www.kawasaki.co.uk/Product/Specifications/3400B433331 |title=Kawasaki ER-6n - 2006 Specifications |publisher=Kawasaki.co.uk |access-date=30 January 2014 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140203170158/http://www.kawasaki.co.uk/Product/Specifications/3400B433331 |archive-date=3 February 2014 }}</ref>
| colspan="1" | 25°<ref name="ER-6n 2012 Kawasaki.co.uk">{{Cite web |url=http://www.kawasaki.co.uk/Product/Specifications/3409DE5B884 |title=Kawasaki ER-6n - 2012 Specifications |publisher=Kawasaki.co.uk |accessdate=30 January 2014}}</ref>
| colspan="1" | 25°<ref name="ER-6n 2012 Kawasaki.co.uk">{{Cite web |url=http://www.kawasaki.co.uk/Product/Specifications/3409DE5B884 |title=Kawasaki ER-6n - 2012 Specifications |publisher=Kawasaki.co.uk |access-date=30 January 2014 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140203170204/http://www.kawasaki.co.uk/Product/Specifications/3409DE5B884 |archive-date=3 February 2014 }}</ref>
|-
|-
! Trail
! Trail
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|-
! Model Year
! Model Year
! 2006–2009
! 2006-2009
|-
|-
! 1/4 mile
! 1/4 mile
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| 3.58 sec<ref name=motorcyclist/>
| 3.58 sec<ref name=motorcyclist/>
|}
|}

== Redesigns ==
{| class="wikitable"
|+Kawasaki ninja 1000r
! Sports package
! Racing clutch
! Fox racing muffler
!
|}

==Operators==
*{{flag|Philippines}}: 211 Units of 2016 Kawasaki 650R transferred to the [[Highway Patrol Group]] during Aquino Administration.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://globalnation.inquirer.net/133168/hpg-gets-to-keep-more-than-300-apec-vehicles | title=HPG gets to keep more than 300 Apec vehicles | date=2 December 2015 }}</ref>


== See also ==
== See also ==
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<ref name=PerfIndex2013>{{Citation |url= http://www.mcnews.com/mcn/technical/2013JanPerfIndx.pdf |title= Performance Index Winter '12/'13 Edition |date=January 2013 |magazine=[[Motorcycle Consumer News]]|publisher=Bowtie Magazines |accessdate=}}</ref>
<ref name=PerfIndex2013>{{Citation |url= http://www.mcnews.com/mcn/technical/2013JanPerfIndx.pdf |title= Performance Index Winter '12/'13 Edition |date= January 2013 |magazine= [[Motorcycle Consumer News]] |publisher= Bowtie Magazines |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20161229193923/http://www.mcnews.com/mcn/technical/2013JanPerfIndx.pdf |archive-date= 2016-12-29 |url-status= dead }}</ref>


}}
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== External links ==
== External links ==
{{Commons category|Kawasaki ER-6 - Ninja 650}}
{{Commons category|Kawasaki ER-6 - Ninja 650}}
*[http://www.kawasaki.eu/ER-6n ER-6n] at Kawasaki Europe
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20110425072218/http://www.kawasaki.eu/ER-6n ER-6n] at Kawasaki Europe
*[http://www.kawasaki.eu/ER-6f ER-6f] at Kawasaki Europe
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20100103160616/http://www.kawasaki.eu/ER-6f ER-6f] at Kawasaki Europe
*[http://www.motorcycledaily.com/22december05_ninja650.htm Motorcycle Daily review of 2006 model]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20071215041853/http://www.motorcycledaily.com/22december05_ninja650.htm Motorcycle Daily review of 2006 model]
*[http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/Article_Page.aspx?ArticleID=3250 MotorcycleUSA.com comparison test of the 2006 model and the Suzuki SV650]
*[http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/Article_Page.aspx?ArticleID=3250 MotorcycleUSA.com comparison test of the 2006 model and the Suzuki SV650]


Latest revision as of 03:19, 20 December 2024

Kawasaki Ninja 650R
ManufacturerKawasaki Motors
Also calledKawasaki ER-6f/EX-6
Kawasaki Ninja 650 (since 2012)
Parent companyKawasaki Heavy Industries
Production2005–present
ClassStandard[1]
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)
RelatedKawasaki Versys 650
Kawasaki Ninja 250R
Kawasaki Ninja 400R
Kawasaki Ninja 500R

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.[2] 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°.

The 650R and its naked sibling, the ER-6n, were introduced in 2006. The naked ER-6n was not sold in North America until the 2009 model year. The motorcycle fits above the Ninja 250R and Ninja 500R models, which already existed in Kawasaki's sportbike lineup, which includes the Ninja ZX models. For 2009, Kawasaki released an updated Ninja 650R which includes new bodywork, mirrors, gauges, lighting, and a new tune on the same 649 cc (39.6 cu in) engine. Along with chassis and minor tweaks, an all-new bodywork design was introduced to the 2012 Ninja 650 and ER-6n along with a new 2-piece seat assembly, 20mm wider handlebars, and a new tachometer above an LCD display that shows speed, trip meters, fuel consumption, etc. The new Ninja 650 also comes equipped with an Economical Riding Indicator which activates when the bike is consuming low amounts of fuel. For 2017 Kawasaki has updated the Ninja 650 with a new trellis style frame adding to the new lighter weight and better handling. With new sharper styling it has done away with the distinctive side mount rear shock for a more conventional one, it has also added a slipper clutch.[3]

Other versions

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2006 Ninja 650R

In Europe the Ninja 650R is sold as the ER-6f ("f" denoting faired), the "naked" roadster version is sold as the ER-6n. In 2009, Kawasaki introduced the ER-6n in the USA. The ER-6f differs slightly from the Ninja 650R, as it features the passenger handlebars as standard (as does the ER-6n). In addition, the option of ABS brakes was made available for both the ER-6n and ER-6f. There is also a derivative of the ER-6 called the Versys which utilizes many of the same components. In many European countries the 6n naked version has proven more popular than the ER-6f; however in other countries, such as Australia and India, the faired Ninja 650R has proven to be more popular than the un-faired ER-6n, becoming the most popular 'sports-tourer' in the Kawasaki lineup. Production has stopped for the ER-6n model since 2018, it has been replaced by the Z650 series.[4]

Specifications

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Model Year 2006-2008[5] 2009[6]-2011 2012[7]-2015
Engine
Engine Type 649 cc, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke parallel twin
Bore/Stroke 83.0 mm × 60.0 mm (3.27 in × 2.36 in)
Compression Ratio 11.3:1 11.3:1
Power 53 kW (71 hp) @ 8,500 rpm (claimed)[8][verification needed]

64.8 hp (48.3 kW) @ 9,000 rpm (rear wheel)[9]

53 kW (71 hp) @ 8,500 rpm (claimed)[10][verification needed]
Torque 66.0 N⋅m (48.7 lb⋅ft) @ 7,000 rpm (claimed)[8][verification needed]

44.7 lb⋅ft (60.6 N⋅m) @ 7,250 rpm (rear wheel)[9]

64 N⋅m (47 lb⋅ft) @ 7,000 rpm (claimed)[10][verification needed]
Valve Train DOHC, four valves per cylinder
Fuel Delivery Digital fuel injection, 38 mm Keihin throttle bodies
Ignition Digital CDI
Lubrication System Semi-dry sump, SAE 10W-40
Drivetrain
Transmission 6-speed w/multi-plate clutch
Gear Ratios
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
39/16 (2.438)
36/21 (1.714)
32/24 (1.333)
30/27 (1.111)
28/29 (0.966)
23/27 (0.852)
Primary Reduction Ratio 88/42 (2.095)
Final Reduction Ratio 46/15 (3.067)
Final Drive O-ring chain
Chassis/Suspension/Brakes
Front Suspension 41 mm hydraulic telescopic fork, 120 mm (4.7 in) travel 41 mm hydraulic telescopic fork, 4.9 in travel
Rear Suspension Single offset laydown shock w/adjustable preload; 125 mm (4.9 in) travel Single offset laydown shock w/adjustable preload; 5.1 in travel
Front Brakes Dual 300 mm petal discs with 2-piston calipers, optional ABS
Rear Brakes Single 220 mm petal disc with single-piston caliper, optional ABS
Front Tire 120/70ZR-17M/C 58W
Rear Tire 160/60ZR-17M/C 69W
Dimensions
Length 2,105 mm (82.9 in) 2,110 mm (83.1 in)
Width 760 mm (29.9 in) 770 mm (30.3 in)
Height 1,210 mm (47.6 in) 1,270 mm (50.0 in) 1,180 mm (46.5 in)
Wheelbase 1,410 mm (55.5 in)
Seat Height 790 mm (31.1 in)
785 mm (30.9 in) (ER-6n)[11] 		805 mm (31.7 in)
Dry Weight 178 kg (392 lb), 182 kg (401 lb) w/ABS
174 kg (384 lb) (ER-6n)[11]
Wet Weight 211 kg (465 lb)
Gross vehicle weight rating 361 kg (796 lb)
Fuel Capacity 15.5 litres (3.4 imp gal; 4.1 US gal) 16 litres (3.5 imp gal; 4.2 US gal)
Oil Capacity 2.4 litres (2.5 US qt)
Rake 25°[10]
24.5° (ER-6n)[11] 		25°[12]
Trail 106 mm (4.2 in)[8]
102 mm (4.0 in) (ER-6n)[11] 		110 mm (4.3 in)[10]

Performance

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Model Year 2006–2009
1/4 mile 12.06 sec @ 108.79 mph (175.08 km/h)[9]
Roll-On, 60-80 mph 3.58 sec[9]

Redesigns

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Kawasaki ninja 1000r
Sports package Racing clutch Fox racing muffler

Operators

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See also

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References

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  1. ^ "Performance Index Winter '12/'13 Edition" (PDF), Motorcycle Consumer News, Bowtie Magazines, January 2013, archived from the original (PDF) on 2016-12-29
  2. ^ 2012 Ninja 650 Review
  3. ^ Chung, Dennis (October 4, 2016). "2017 Kawasaki Ninja 650 Preview". Motorcycle.com. Retrieved October 4, 2016.
  4. ^ Motorbike Sales Figures Archived 2009-08-14 at the Wayback Machine
  5. ^ "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2009-04-26. Retrieved 2009-03-02.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link) page from www.kawasaki.com
  6. ^ "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2009-02-24. Retrieved 2009-03-02.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link) page from www.kawasaki.com
  7. ^ [1] page from www.kawasaki.com
  8. ^ a b c "Kawasaki ER-6f - 2006 Specifications". Kawasaki.co.uk. Archived from the original on 3 February 2014. Retrieved 30 January 2014.
  9. ^ a b c d "Motorcycle Performance Data and Specifications". Motorcyclist. April 2009.
  10. ^ a b c d "Kawasaki ER-6f - 2012 Specifications". Kawasaki.co.uk. Archived from the original on 3 February 2014. Retrieved 30 January 2014.
  11. ^ a b c d "Kawasaki ER-6n - 2006 Specifications". Kawasaki.co.uk. Archived from the original on 3 February 2014. Retrieved 30 January 2014.
  12. ^ "Kawasaki ER-6n - 2012 Specifications". Kawasaki.co.uk. Archived from the original on 3 February 2014. Retrieved 30 January 2014.
  13. ^ "HPG gets to keep more than 300 Apec vehicles". 2 December 2015.
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