The first part of the company that used the Kawasaki name was founded in 1878 in Nagasaki by Shozo Kawasaki. In the late 1800s, this was the only city in the country that could trade with the west. Nowadays, Kawasaki Motors is a famous motorcycle maker, but that's just a small division of Kawasaki Heavy Industries that builds trains, planes, industrial motors, and even spacecraft.
Kawasaki went from a tiny shipping company to a heavy equipment manufacturer and became one of the world's best motorcycle makers in the process. What Bugatti or Porsche is to 4-wheel fans, the Kawasaki Ninja is to 2-wheel fans: a dream vehicle.
Even the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R is capable of beating supercars. The bike can churn out a ridiculous amount of power and reach crazy speeds in just seconds. Here is everything we now know about the 2020 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R.
15 636cc Four-Cylinder Engine
The 2020 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R is stronger than ever with its 636cc four-cylinder engine. It's paired with durable, race-proven chassis and advanced electronics. The bike has been optimized for the street and it offers great stability in different situations. Nimble handling delivers a thrilling ride whether it's pushing the limits or leisurely riding.
14 Showa Suspension And SFF-BP Fork
The Showa SFF-BP fork complements the chassis and offers progressive damping and broad adjustability for the smoothest action at the beginning of the stroke. Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 tires provide superior grip and the lightest handling. The pressed-aluminum perimeter frame delivers an exhilarating ride on both the track and the road.
13 Kawasaki Traction Control
With Kawasaki Traction Control, the rear wheel won't break loose while accelerating on slippery surfaces. It uses wheel speed sensors to monitor front and rear wheel speed, then it reduces the power, allowing the wheel to regain grip. KRC really helps when riding over a wet manhole cover.
12 Unique Body Colors
The new bike is available with and without ABS. If you don't like ABS, you can choose models in "Candy Steel Furnace Orange/Metallic Flat Spark Black and Metallic Spark Black/Metallic Flat Spark Black." All the power is wrapped into the aerodynamic bodywork with dual LED headlights and a wide windscreen.
11 Assist & Slipper Clutch
Assist & Slipper Clutch analyses your racing activities to operate the plate and drive the clutch hub together or apart. When the system detects excessive braking, the slipper forces the clutch hub and the plate to operate separately. Under normal conditions, the system compresses the clutch plates and gives a lighter clutch lever feel.
10 Dual Throttle Valves
As the company says, "dual throttle valve technology was designed to tame engine response while contributing to performance." In addition to the valve that is linked to the grip, the second valve is opened and closed by the computer. The smart system regulates airflow, increases power and delivers linear response.
9 Economical Riding Indicator
With such a little thing as the Economical Riding Indicator, Kawasaki bike achieves the highest level of fuel efficiency. This function indicates when riding conditions consume little fuel. The system analyzes fuel consumption regardless of surrounding conditions. When the consumption is low, an "ECO" sign pops up on the LCD screen.
8 Kawasaki Intelligent Anti-Lock Brake System
Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System, or just KIBS, analyzes handling characteristics of the bike and ensures efficient braking with minimal intrusion. As the company says, it's the 1st mass-production system in the world that connects ABS Smart Unit and engine ECU. The system also monitors throttle positions and brake caliper hydraulic pressure.
7 Kawasaki Quick Shifter
Kawasaki Quick Shifter enables clutchless upshifts with a wide-open throttle in order to help you maximize your acceleration on the track. The system understands when the lever has been actuated and transfers this data to the ECU. The system also controls engine speed during deceleration, allowing the next gear to be selected faster.
6 Power Modes
The 2020 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R is equipped with Power Modes that offer you a choice of power delivery that suits your riding style and road conditions. You get the classic Full Power mode as well as one Low and two Middle modes. They limit the maximum power and provide a milder throttle response.
5 Kawasaki Launch Control Mode
Kawasaki Launch Control Mode does 3 important things: it electronically manages engine output, minimizes wheel spin and optimizes acceleration. When you activate the system by pulling in the clutch lever, the engine speed is limited while you hold the throttle open. When you release the lever, it also releases the engine potential.
4 Sharp Styling
The 2020 Ninja ZX features angular, sharp styling and responsive handling. The new model got a couple of interesting design tweaks, including new suspension geometry, upgraded multifunction LCD and a repainted aluminum frame. The KRT Edition is a lot like the standard ZX, but it replaces the fairing with the ones painted in unique colors.
3 Enhanced Rider Comfort
The wider and softer seat delivers extra rider comfort. Besides, "the five-position adjustable clutch lever allows riders to change the lever position to suit their hand size." The seat is not slippery and it tries to help you stay on the bike. No more sore shoulders after a freeway drive.
2 Sound Tuning
Kawasaki bikes have a reputation for great sounds. Sound tuning includes sound research, designing exhaust and intake system components and consideration of every detail to ensure a balance of the desired sound and performance. As the company says, these auditory notes are the key component of the street riding exhilaration.
1 Smart Regulator
Bike's generator produces power to fuel pumps and lights. The smart regulator takes this power and keeps the voltage at a constant level. Thanks to this feature, charging can be done at idling speeds, which enhances the ability of current regulators. When the battery is charged, the regulator turns itself off.