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ZX6R &
RR ZX636-B1,
ZX600K1 (RR) |
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Big news
doesn't always mean big machines like the Z1000, sometimes its a new
class leader like the brand new ZX6R and ZX6RR.
Two completely
new machines in the 600 class! |
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ZX6R & RR instruments. |
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ZX6R the colours. |
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Black Pearl |
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Candy Lightning Blue |
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Passion Red |
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Silver |
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ZX6RR |
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The ZX6RR, built to win
on the track. It comes only in this colour. Lime Green. Witch have
been Kawasaki's racing paint for years. You can have the ZX6R in
this colour too. |
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The
only visual difference between the US version and the one for
other markets are a few reflexes front and rear. This is the
European version. US version of the same bike above. |
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For
2003 Kawasaki made two new top bikes in the 600ccm class. One limited
edition, the ZX6RR the tool to use on the track and one more road
oriented, the ZX6R. The ZX-6RR is equipped with the following features
to enhance its race track performance:
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3-ring, forged pistons are fitted. Lightweight construction results in a
weight reduction of approximately 5 g.
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Back-torque limiter fitted to the clutch helps prevent rear wheel hop
during corner entry.
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programmable ECU comes with the race kit, as do different springs and
shims for the slipper clutch.
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Adjustable swing arm pivot allows the chassis to be tuned to suit track
conditions.
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steering damper mounting boss is fitted to
the frame.
You can have the ZX6R in a lot of colours, red, black, blue, silver and
green. If its the ZX6R you want, then I hope you like lime green cause
that's the colour you get
The ZX-6R
carries over the 636 cm3 displacement of last year's 6R,
while the ZX-6RR is a limited production race-oriented machine
equipped with special engine and chassis features for 600cc class
racing. Some of the many other advanced features include inverted
front forks, lighter wheels and the trickiest instrument package
this side of a GP circuit. |
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new fuel-injected engines pump out more power, have a higher rev
ceiling, weigh less and are more compact. The cylinder head, valve
train, cylinder, transmission, crankcases and many more components are
completely new. Engine weight has been significantly reduced and
performance markedly increased. In addition to the above modifications,
the ZX-6RR engine features a more over-square bore/stroke ratio for
increased high-rpm performance. An optional race kit offers a
wider range of tuning parts, including a programmable ECU and tuning
parts for the clutch. The aggressive styling speaks for itself. No one
who sees these machines will mistake these rapier-like Ninja fighters
for anything other than top-class super sport machines; no-one who rides
them will doubt that they are the most hard-core machines in their
category.
Compared to last
years ZX6R there is a lot of changes:
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New, radial-mounted, 4-piston front brake callipers deliver
exceptional feel and performance - widely used in racing, this is a
first for a production bike.
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New, semi-floating, radially drilled, 280 mm stainless steel front
disc rotors are 6 mm thick for high heat capacity and mount on flat
disc carriers without offset for reduced weight.
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Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 16-valve 636cc (599 cc RR) 4-cylinder engines
deliver increased performance, especially in the high rpm ranges.
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Electronic fuel injection with large-bore 38 mm throttle bodies for
high engine output and low emissions. Sub-throttles ensure smooth,
linear power characteristics.
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All-new all-aluminium perimeter frame offers exceptional strength and
torsion rigidity while delivering crisp and stable handling
performance.
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Centrally mounted Ram-Air duct is integrated with the steering head.
This simplified design reduces weight and improves Ram Air efficiency.
It also allows frontal area to be reduced via a narrower, more
aerodynamically efficient front fairing.
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Hexagonal extruded aluminium swing arm with internal ribbing offers
high stiffness and low weight. GP-style fairing and bodywork give the
machines a distinctively racy look.
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Reshaped central Ram Air duct gives the front of the bikes a very
aggressive look.
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Lightweight and very bright dual multi-reflector headlight.
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Some more ZX6R & RR pictures. |
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Slightly
modified |
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Naked RR from left |
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Naked RR from
left/rear |
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"see throe" ZX6R |
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ZX6R engine |
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ZX6R engine |
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ZX6RR front |
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ZX6RR rear |
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