Kawasaki Ninja 650R
 2009 ER-6f | |
| Manufacturer | Kawasaki |
|---|---|
| Also called | Ninja 650R, ER-6f |
| Production | since 2006 |
| Class | Sport |
| Engine | 649 cc, liquid-cooled, DOHC, parallel twin with digital fuel injection |
| Bore / stroke | 83.0 mm × 60.0 mm (3.27 in × 2.36 in) |
| Compression ratio | 11.3:1 |
| Transmission | 6-speed cassette-style |
| Suspension | Front: 41 mm Hydraulic Telescopic Fork Rear: 4.9 in. Single Offset Laydown Shock with Adjustable Spring Preload |
| Brakes | Front: Dual 300 mm Petal Disc with 2-Piston Caliper Rear: Single 220 mm Petal Disc with hydraulic caliper |
| Tires | Front: 120/70-17 Rear: 160/60-17 |
| Rake, trail | 24.5°, 102 mm (4.0 in) |
| Wheelbase | 1,405 mm (55.3 in) |
| Dimensions | L: 2,100 mm (83 in) W: 760 mm (30 in) H: 1,210 mm (48 in) |
| Seat height | 790 mm (31 in) |
| Weight | 178 kg (392 lb) (dry) 200 kg (440 lb) (wet) |
| Fuel capacity | 15.5 L (3.4 imp gal; 4.1 US gal) |
| Related | Versys |
The faired Kawasaki Ninja 650R, also known as the ER-6f in some markets, and its un-faired sister model ER-6n were introduced in 2006 by Kawasaki. The 2012 model drops the R designation from its moniker.[1]
They are middleweight, parallel-twin engined motorcycles, designed for normal use on paved roads. They have modern styling and features, with low-seating ergonomics, a low center of gravity, and respectable, manageable power output. The design was intended to appeal to a wide-ranging audience from newcomers to seasoned riders.
The engine is relatively unusual in employing a 180 degree crankshaft. This results in an uneven firing interval (180 degrees, 540 degrees) which gives the engine note a distinctive "throbbing" quality.
The 650R/faired ER-6f was introduced to the market in 2006. The unfaired 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 engine. The curb weight is reported as 440.9 lb (200.0 kg) instead of the previous dry weight of 393 lb (178 kg).
Other versions
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 were 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 component. In many European countries the 6n naked version has proven considerably 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.[2]
Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | 2008[3] | 2009[4] | 2010 | 2011 | 2012[5] | 2013 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||||||||
| Engine Type | 649 cc, liquid-cooled, parallel twin | |||||||
| Bore/Stroke | 83.0 mm × 60.0 mm (3.27 in × 2.36 in) | |||||||
| Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.8:1 | ||||||
| Maximum Power | 64.8 hp (48.3 kW) @ 9,000 rpm[6] | 71 hp (53 kW) @ 8,500 rpm | ||||||
| Maximum Torque | 44.7 lb⋅ft (60.6 N⋅m) @ 7,250 rpm[6] | 47 lb⋅ft (64 N⋅m) @ 7,000 rpm | ||||||
| Valve Train | DOHC, four valves per cylinder | |||||||
| Carburetion | 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 w/2-piston calipers (Optional ABS in non-US) | Dual 300 mm petal discs w/2-piston calipers (Optional ABS) | ||||||
| Rear Brakes | Single 220 mm petal disc w/single-piston caliper (Optional ABS in non-US) | Single 220 mm petal disc w/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) | 83.1 in | ||||||
| Width | 760 mm (29.9 in) | 30.3 in | ||||||
| Height | 1,210 mm (47.6 in) | 1,270 mm (50.0 in) | 46.5 in | |||||
| Wheelbase | 1,410 mm (55.5 in) | |||||||
| Seat Height | 790 mm (31.1 in) | 805 mm (31.7 in) | ||||||
| Dry Weight | 178 kg (392.5 lbs), 182 kg (401.3 lbs) w/ABS | |||||||
| Curb Weight | 211 kg (460.8 lbs) | |||||||
| 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° | |||||||
| Trail | 106 mm (4.2 in) | |||||||
Performance
| Model Year | 2006-2009 |
|---|---|
| 1/4 mile | 12.06 sec @ 108.79 mph (175.08 km/h)[6] |
| Roll-On, 60-80 mph | 3.58 sec[6] |
References
External links
- ER-6n at Kawasaki Europe
- ER-6f at Kawasaki Europe
- Motorcycle Daily review of 2006 model
- MotorcycleUSA.com comparison test of the 2006 model and the Suzuki SV650