The ride is ridiculously smooth absolutely amazing I freakin love it 👌🏾The only thing no one ever says about the quick shifter is that it’s kind of intuitive and anybody who owns the bike knows what I’m talking about The sound the Ergonomics dual head lights 👍🏾🔥🔥🔥🔥🤘🏾so bright so Freakin awesome
I also bought one in orange after my wife said no more Ducati Monsters due to maintenance frustration. We sat on plenty of cruisers and more comfortable naked style bikes but she loved this one the most and guess what.... it is the one she rides the least. My only complaints are the factory seat is clearly meant for track riding since it is unbelievably hard even compared to some of the liter bikes I've ridden with stock seats. What surprised me, is the small amount of torque down low is so accessible almost tractor like when leaving stops. Second and final complaint, that damn silver muffler does not go with the bike at all, in any trim and its on the ZX-10R. I didn't want to spend money for a new exhaust and tune but because of how hideous it looks to me, it is necessary. Looks and seat aside which are cheap fixes, there isn't more you could ask for in a bike like this.
This is one of the best reviews of the new ZX6R. Great Video sincerely! Mine is a 2019 storm Grey without abs. I got it 2 months ago and I've put 2900 miles on it so far. I'm actually dropping it off Thursday for my first oil change but the bikes second oil change after the first "break in".. it only had 1820 miles when I bought it. But yes it's very comfortable. I came off a 1500 kawasaki Vulcan and have only rode cruiser style bikes for 22 years. It took about a month to understand how to sit on and steering as well. But it's super comfortable and smooth. Especially when I got more familiar with it. I rest my left firearm on the tank and it takes 90% of weight off my entire lower body from lower back to my feet. So I can and have endured some long rides. I'm 40 years old as well. The control options and settings come in handy for rain and other circumstances that come up. The gears are very smooth but even when upshifting you have to be on the gasoline what when letting the clutch or engine braking will bog you way down Especially if you wind up rpms then upshift you will end up riding the tank if the gas is not initiated at least a little lmao. Engine braking is awesome!! And the front and back brake is really strong as well. Definitely has a lot of power and great throttle responses in lower rpms. But I think around 8 thousand rpms it comes alive fully. Truly an amazing experience riding the ZX6R. Very different from the cruiser bikes I am experienced with. Don't accidentally whiskey throttle. It's embarrassing and potentially harmful... But it's overall a great bike in looks and mechanically. Sounds great with factory exhaust but looks horrible in my opinion I can't miss a gas station... lmao if your in the throttle it drinks gas. I think I'd you drive it very low rpms it would be great on gas. I can't say at this point.. I'm not putting it around much. Ride safe, again great video really informative and accurate according to my experience on the 2019
I've been waiting forever for my 2021 model to arrive, it's killing me. This is by far the best review I've seen, you really conveyed well what it'll be like to ride & explained all the tech it has perfectly, thank you
Update: got it yesterday, holy crap this bike is crazy, I'm head over heels in love with her, gonna take a bit to get use to but it's everything I wanted & hoped for plus more
@@echo.motion I've come from riding the 250 Ninja for the last 11 years so I don't have experience with bigger bikes but I can't imagine anything else being better for me, other than the insane power it feels so comfortable, very easy & stable to ride & just looks down right hot, I need more time obviously but I'm confident it's worth an 11/10 score
Just picked up a 2021 model. The QS is amazing!!! Put on a Yoshi Alpha T slip-on and the bike sounds mean without being obnoxious to the point that my neighbors hate my guts. Fantastic bike all around. FYI, swapping out the stock clip-ons for Helibars makes it a lot more bearable for daily commuting/riding.
Great review. Ive owned this bike for the second half of the season here (now finished) and can second everything you say. Its dope! (Have pretty much all the options, too, Akra slipon, tank pads, rear seat cowl, body and front sliders, Öhlins steering damper which makes the great Showa front work even slightly better and of course for safety)
I had a 2013 CBR600RR and i now i have a 2019 ZX6R .. Smooth & glide seem almost too vague but those are the best words to describe riding a ZX6R.. My old CBR600RR had a jerky throttle response and the ZX6R has a linear throttle response and power delivery ... My only gripe would be it feels like you sit on the ZX6R, and it felt like i sat in the CBR and i like the feeling of sitting in a bike better than the feeling of sitting on a bike!... Great review BTW
ive got the 2020 636 also and i put a 16t front sprocket and WOW !! i highly recomend it, super awesome on all gears, my speedometer is off but dont bother me, 😎🏍
Thanks Michael, the POV ride was a great reminder that it doesn’t matter what the bike looks like from a distance for the rider. I love the middleweight sportbike race-replica class and a Kawasaki at that. However, IMO Kawasaki missed the aesthetics mark with this one, even thought the ride is spot-on.
I put my 2018 Street Triple RS in for the 2020 performance Zx6r and it’s the best thing Iv ever done. I absolutely love the 636 to the point my only negative is the seat. I did put Rearsets on which do make a positional difference. Tip, do not buy the performance, the akra doesn’t sound great. Save the £1200, get the stock and put a scorpion or two bros on instead 💚💚
Why do you prefer the 636? Been looking at getting a triple but I'm still totally open to a few other bikes as well and this one does look really nice.
@@Boy.of.wonder do you recommend this bike for beginners I’m getting a bike in a few months when I have saved enough up and I want something smooth and fast and this fits perfectly
@@standwithukraine1631 yeah and no tbh man. It’s a bike you won’t get tired of but also one that is pretty powerful low down. Take it easy and all the best :)
I had a 2009 zx6r 600cc and really didn’t get on with it, it had to be revved stupid all the time, I have ridden this 636 model and wow so much better, a really good bike 👍
My biggest thing with the liter biked is that they're getting so damn expensive. The 600cc class of sport bikes give someone who can't afford 20 000+ (cdn) a chance to still get on a descent sport bike.
Great review man!! Dreaming of trading in my 2019 Ninja 400 abs (first bike) for this. I just hit 2,200 miles today though so maybe I'll wait till 2022 riding season so I'll have a few more miles under my belt to take on this beast!!
I hope Kawasaki continues to make 4 cylinder mid displacement bikes. I really enjoy the Honda CBR650R just because of the nice compromise between race and street. Pretty much 50/50 with that bike.
@@CraterLakey 400 miles on a 400 then wanting to jump alr? Keep the 400 for at least 4-5k miles before even thinking of getting a 600. Smaller displacement is more fun on the street than the 600s. I have the ‘21 636 and it only sees the track since its not that comfortable or fun in town.
@@UltimateEnd0 depends on what kind of riding were you thinking? Is it gonna be used a lot on the track? Or just street use mostly with one or two track days a year? If its more track use zx4r, if its more street then ninja
I own one, "stepping back" from a 1100 Tuono V4 Factory. Totally back up your review. What a fantastic piece of engineering that ZX-6R is. You insisted on mid-range, but it is really only a bonus over its 16k rpm nobility. Appeals to no one today, but what a joy.
How is the „step back „ working out for you? I got the zx6r a month ago after selling my mt09 sp. love the stable feeling in fast corners, the breaks, gearbox and looks! Sometime i miss the torque tho. But letting that little i4 engine scream is just too addicting haha
@@markay_ I feel like I have taken a lot of freedom back. On a supersport we can adjust our lines anytime anywhere in corners, even (or especially) if we have misjudged the entry. Yeah, missing that instant wave of torque from the 1100 V4, best engine I have ever had. But the 636 is a great mill, 130 hp is plenty enough really. Overall the ZX-6R is a very well refined machine. Can't wait to put it on the track !
I have 2018 Ninja 400 abs (Black). I want to pull the trigger on buying the ZX-6R; however, its more then $14,000 cdn brand new here in Canada. Its a fairly big investment for me. I think it will be worth it though knowing the return I will get in pure excitement lol. Only live once. Cheers
Great review. I'm still torn between a 2013 zx6r, daytona 675 or CBR 600rr. I'm coming from a ZX7R, & would like a little torque, better on my wrists (especially clutch hand) & reasonably comfy seat for weekend ride outs (don't need to commute) I'm also 6ft1 tall. Do you have a recommendation on these bikes? Thank you
Great video man! What do you think of her for taking long rides? I’m coming from my 650 2019 where I can easily make abt 900 kmts a day. I love sound and looks of the zx6 but I’m afraid of not finding her comfortable enough. Thanks!!
If you put on some Helibars it may make it more bearable, but the ZX6R is not going to be great for long rides unless you plan to stop frequently to give your back, knees, wrists a break.
I regret selling my 2013 636.. switched up to a 2007 CBR1000RR and it’s not the same. The kawi was newer, sounded better and looked better. Lesson learned. EDIT: I got her back for 1,000 less than I paid and he only put 1800 miles on it. LETSSSSS GOOOO
@@MADLITS1KIt was more of a "I'm done with motorcycles" thing which lasted about a month until I had another one which was the 07 CBR1000RR. I ended up buying my 2013 636 back for $1,000 less than I sold it for and now have 2 motorcycles. Some people would get older because it's a 1000 instead of a 600 but like I said it was just because it was the best deal at the time and I liked the CBR when I test rode it.
I sold my MINT and bone stock show room condition 2007 GSXR 1K (This bike was one of a kind remaining in the world) anyways, I bought a new 2019 ZX6R. I love the ZX6R more honestly. It’s More nimble, much better gearing, and tons of top end power. I managed to get $9,000 for my GSXR, and I added $1,000 bucks and purchased a brand new ZX6R. It’s a great bike!
I just got my motorcycle license (Frist Time Rider) I went to a dealership yesterday. I talked to the salesman and he showed me a Ninja 650 for my first bike. But after talking to people and doing some research it seems like you have to redline the 650 to have any real fun? Is the ZX-6R a beginner bike and is a big difference in power between a 650 and ZX-6R.
Trust me, you probably should not start out on a ZX6R. I started out on a 125cc then went up to 250cc then 400cc and eventually 750cc and higher. I'm sure if I had started out on a ZX6R I would have either killed myself or totaled the bike or both. If you want something more thrilling than the Ninja 650, check out the Yamaha MT-07 or R7 (same engine more or less as the MT-07 but in a sporty chassis). I had an MT-07 not long ago and it was a blast to ride.
Im at 50 and got this bike this summer. I love it. So I wonder why you couldnt do it. If needed just shape a bit. This will for sure give you motivation.
57 here my freind, moved up from gixer 750 to an RSV4 Two years ago (both fantastic bikes). A bike will keep you young, and us old guys get a sweet deal on the insurance. Of course we all blow the savings on nice lids & leathers.
I have a suggestion. To add to our viewing enjoyment do a quick look down at the bike i.e. tank etc.. Of course do that when its safe to do so like when your stopped at red traffic light waiting to go.
The 636 offering more torque over 600's is not at all a new concept kawi has been making their 600 a 636 since 2003 for additional torque. Would be cool if we heard more about the actual changes to the bike for 2020 rather than decade old selling points of the 636.
@@MrB590 Half correct, half incorrect. It depends on where you live. In parts of the world, including all of North America, the first year of the 636 was the fuel injected 2003. Most people in those parts don't even know about the 2002 carbed model.
So, is the R6 really the class leading machine if you can't buy them anymore? I had both R6 & ZX6Rs. R66 is a great bike, but on the street, the Kawi is a better bike with its "cheater" engine. Love the new looks of it, and I actually went from a liter bike down to this 600cc machine!
with modern emission regulations you can only dream of it being 10-15kg lighter. That being said, the price difference between the 636 and the R6 is enough to buy a full system + tune.
I owned the previous model (2013-2019) with the same engine for 2 years, and I can tell you it has power for days, you don't run out of power specially in 2nd and 3d gear. Maybe in a GP racetrack with long straights it would do with a little bit more, but you need to be really skilled to get there. Also, I now own a bimmer s1000xr and the ninja compared to this felt like a feather in weight, with some mods (exhaust, pegs...) you can make it even lighter
Yamaha stopped selling their R6 (only to race teams I believe) you may say the class is dead, though HOnda & Suzuki haven't updated their 600cc bikes in a long time. Triumph does now make a Daytona MOto2 but its 765cc. Though the fact you can get a under $10k bike (before other charges, of course), great bike. I had 3 ZX-6Rs, and I loved every one of them!
Not sure how hard you've been riding on the street, but mine gets way better fuel mileage than what you were saying. I get 120+ miles / tank no problem
Uhmm, do you have any idea when will Kawasaki put a TFT display on zx6r and zx10r? and with less weight and more power (hp and torque) ? And the new look of ZX-10R
The new ZX10R will be announced on November 23rd. It will have a TFT. Also a hideous front end a bit like an H2, so personally I'd take the old one anyway. The display on the ZX6R is excellent, it doesn't need a TFT.
Gotta learn to use the KIBS. Get to a parking lot that’s enough get ho to thirty , squeeze that tank with your legs and SLAM on those brakes progressively but sharply and hard Get used to a 100% stopping event. Then try it at 50% add a small swerve Then 100x bud then go ahead and try it while your steady turning . Try mashing the rear brake on a steady leaned turn . Then try some trail braking. Now make sure you have KIBS and not plain abs. But my bike with KIBS is amazing especially how you can brake in a turn without losing traction and without having the bike standup and run wide
My historical purchase allegiance has generally been Kawasaki’s.. but their paint schemes on their sport bike range just don’t appeal like they used to.. I much prefer a solid all over ‘mean green’ colour than all the busy stickers. I’m sure I’d love the way it rides though.
Not really. All that equipment would just ramp up the cost and make the bike innaccessible for most people who wanted to purchase a supersport 600. Ive heard people complaining that it should have a TFT display and an IMU aswell. If it had all this equipment it would likely cost 2-3 grand more.
Is the 6r faster than the daytona 675r??? Can you please explain i what way which is faster please.....the new 6r makes so much more power on paper.....
@@brakes940 yea I know that they are doing the reveal on the 24th of this month but the 2020 are are/going to be be on sale my local dealer has almost 3gs off one right now its not the krt I want but all black.
I found mentioning the rev range and its power at a specific point compared to other bikes in it's class very usefull and a great addition.
The ride is ridiculously smooth absolutely amazing I freakin love it 👌🏾The only thing no one ever says about the quick shifter is that it’s kind of intuitive and anybody who owns the bike knows what I’m talking about The sound the Ergonomics dual head lights 👍🏾🔥🔥🔥🔥🤘🏾so bright so Freakin awesome
I own this bad boy in orange and I couldn’t be any more happier. So so smooth!
The only 636 I’ve ever ridden was a 2004 in metallic orange. I really liked it, but it wasn’t mine so I only got to ride it once.
you would be happier if it was green
I own one in black with green trim! IN LOVE
I also bought one in orange after my wife said no more Ducati Monsters due to maintenance frustration. We sat on plenty of cruisers and more comfortable naked style bikes but she loved this one the most and guess what.... it is the one she rides the least. My only complaints are the factory seat is clearly meant for track riding since it is unbelievably hard even compared to some of the liter bikes I've ridden with stock seats. What surprised me, is the small amount of torque down low is so accessible almost tractor like when leaving stops. Second and final complaint, that damn silver muffler does not go with the bike at all, in any trim and its on the ZX-10R. I didn't want to spend money for a new exhaust and tune but because of how hideous it looks to me, it is necessary. Looks and seat aside which are cheap fixes, there isn't more you could ask for in a bike like this.
This is one of the best reviews of the new ZX6R. Great Video sincerely!
Mine is a 2019 storm Grey without abs. I got it 2 months ago and I've put 2900 miles on it so far. I'm actually dropping it off Thursday for my first oil change but the bikes second oil change after the first "break in".. it only had 1820 miles when I bought it.
But yes it's very comfortable. I came off a 1500 kawasaki Vulcan and have only rode cruiser style bikes for 22 years. It took about a month to understand how to sit on and steering as well. But it's super comfortable and smooth. Especially when I got more familiar with it. I rest my left firearm on the tank and it takes 90% of weight off my entire lower body from lower back to my feet. So I can and have endured some long rides. I'm 40 years old as well.
The control options and settings come in handy for rain and other circumstances that come up. The gears are very smooth but even when upshifting you have to be on the gasoline what when letting the clutch or engine braking will bog you way down Especially if you wind up rpms then upshift you will end up riding the tank if the gas is not initiated at least a little lmao.
Engine braking is awesome!! And the front and back brake is really strong as well. Definitely has a lot of power and great throttle responses in lower rpms. But I think around 8 thousand rpms it comes alive fully. Truly an amazing experience riding the ZX6R. Very different from the cruiser bikes I am experienced with. Don't accidentally whiskey throttle. It's embarrassing and potentially harmful...
But it's overall a great bike in looks and mechanically. Sounds great with factory exhaust but looks horrible in my opinion
I can't miss a gas station... lmao if your in the throttle it drinks gas. I think I'd you drive it very low rpms it would be great on gas. I can't say at this point.. I'm not putting it around much.
Ride safe, again great video really informative and accurate according to my experience on the 2019
Although its a good review but Did you watched @sagar sheldekar zx6R review??
Have a look on that
I have the 2016 krt abs version and absolutely love it. Bought it brand new and I will never get rid of it. Absolutely great bike!
Such an incredible bike, I love the 2016 look as well! I have a 2019 in black with green trim. Never loved a bike so much before
@@Jmeez69 Nice! That's a great looking bike also. They are truly great bikes.
How tall are you?I'm afraid I might be to little but I really like this bike
Another great MC Commute review. A bike I don't think gets the air-time it deserves; until now. Keep 'em coming guys. Thanks.
I've been waiting forever for my 2021 model to arrive, it's killing me. This is by far the best review I've seen, you really conveyed well what it'll be like to ride & explained all the tech it has perfectly, thank you
Update: got it yesterday, holy crap this bike is crazy, I'm head over heels in love with her, gonna take a bit to get use to but it's everything I wanted & hoped for plus more
@@502Imcomingthrough you got the 2021 zx6r?! I’m gonna get one too! How do you like it?
@@echo.motion I've come from riding the 250 Ninja for the last 11 years so I don't have experience with bigger bikes but I can't imagine anything else being better for me, other than the insane power it feels so comfortable, very easy & stable to ride & just looks down right hot, I need more time obviously but I'm confident it's worth an 11/10 score
@@502Imcomingthrough congrats👍🏁
Ride safe, hope you've had a good time on it
This is the video that sold me on my 21 zx6r. Love the bike
I still love the 600 middle weight class.
I can’t believe the office is right next to the spectrum, I’ve been there so many times and never knew MM was so close by
Just picked up a 2021 model. The QS is amazing!!! Put on a Yoshi Alpha T slip-on and the bike sounds mean without being obnoxious to the point that my neighbors hate my guts. Fantastic bike all around. FYI, swapping out the stock clip-ons for Helibars makes it a lot more bearable for daily commuting/riding.
Great review. Ive owned this bike for the second half of the season here (now finished) and can second everything you say. Its dope! (Have pretty much all the options, too, Akra slipon, tank pads, rear seat cowl, body and front sliders, Öhlins steering damper which makes the great Showa front work even slightly better and of course for safety)
How is this bike for commuting and in town riding?
@@grumpysquid I do mostly out of town riding, but when I do run on traffic I think it's still pretty ok, you can navigate thru traffic pretty easily.
I had a 2012 (right before the 636 came back) and thoroughly enjoyed it. Always wanted to ride the 636 though.
I had a 2013 CBR600RR and i now i have a 2019 ZX6R .. Smooth & glide seem almost too vague but those are the best words to describe riding a ZX6R.. My old CBR600RR had a jerky throttle response and the ZX6R has a linear throttle response and power delivery ... My only gripe would be it feels like you sit on the ZX6R, and it felt like i sat in the CBR and i like the feeling of sitting in a bike better than the feeling of sitting on a bike!... Great review BTW
ive got the 2020 636 also and i put a 16t front sprocket and WOW !! i highly recomend it, super awesome on all gears, my speedometer is off but dont bother me, 😎🏍
Thanks Michael, the POV ride was a great reminder that it doesn’t matter what the bike looks like from a distance for the rider. I love the middleweight sportbike race-replica class and a Kawasaki at that. However, IMO Kawasaki missed the aesthetics mark with this one, even thought the ride is spot-on.
The new 2021 model ZX6R looks a lot better, just wish Kawasaki would upgrade the dashboard. It's long overdue.
@@gb18407 they did update that dash in 2019 it's only been 3 years lol.
@@gb18407 I love seeing an actual needle rise on the tach on mine ;)
personal preference, i love the look of them
Absolutely love my ‘20 Zx6r KRT edition
Have the same💪
I have the Oragne 2020 one -- It's fun and great for commuting no b.s.
I have that one too 👌🏽💪🏽🔥lol
Yesss I was waiting for this🔥the best 600 Superbike 👌
"superbike"
@@TROllingNINJA2031 600 riders say the darndest things Lmaoooo
@@TROllingNINJA2031 where I'm from Superbikes are 600 750 and 1000cc race oriented Sportbikes🤷🏽♂️
@@thepsychicpeach8425 Fair enough haha. Some might call the 600s supersports.
Kawasaki is cheating raising the cm3
Very nice bike, the most streeable in this class, & the least expensive. Good job Kawasaki.👍
Just bought my zx6r. Love it!!!
I put my 2018 Street Triple RS in for the 2020 performance Zx6r and it’s the best thing Iv ever done. I absolutely love the 636 to the point my only negative is the seat. I did put Rearsets on which do make a positional difference. Tip, do not buy the performance, the akra doesn’t sound great. Save the £1200, get the stock and put a scorpion or two bros on instead 💚💚
Why do you prefer the 636? Been looking at getting a triple but I'm still totally open to a few other bikes as well and this one does look really nice.
did you make the rear sets lower or higher?
@@IronGuardLegionnaire lower buddy, my knees wouldn’t be able to take higher. Riding position is tight enough for me :)
@@Boy.of.wonder do you recommend this bike for beginners I’m getting a bike in a few months when I have saved enough up and I want something smooth and fast and this fits perfectly
@@standwithukraine1631 yeah and no tbh man. It’s a bike you won’t get tired of but also one that is pretty powerful low down. Take it easy and all the best :)
How does everyone in your company look high af lolllll
Probably are.
They probably are, since recreational weed is legal in California haha
@@paxalvarez5344 same here in Canada
@@liberals_destroy_everythin2497 that’s our story and we’re sticking to it😎
Don't drink and drive, just smoke and fly.
I'll take this "old" bike over the new Aprilia 660 easily.
Sure, if you don't care about riding comfort or good design.
definitely. the aprilia felt more like a ninja 650 when i rode it.
Not even in the same class. The Aprilia RS 660 is the best of the 650cc class, so it competes with the Ninja 650 and CBR650R
@@rlsedition hahaha
they arnt really the same class of bike to be fair that new 660 competes more the likes against an MT07
I have a Ninja 300 and a ZX-10R and would like to add this to complete my trilogy!
How would you explain the different in feeling of riding a Ninja 300 and a ZX-10R to a complete beginner who's only ever been on a scooter.
Do it brahhhhhhhhh
Still love my 09 ZX6R...:)
I had a 2009 zx6r 600cc and really didn’t get on with it, it had to be revved stupid all the time, I have ridden this 636 model and wow so much better, a really good bike 👍
ECU flash it yhahhh
Can you do a comparison on this bike against Suzuki GSXR750 pls
The manual says low power mode is 65% of full power. Which blows my mind, because Even I’m low power mode my zx6 feels like I’m straddling a rocket
I used to ride a 750 but kaw doesn't make those anymore. This will be a great replacement
My biggest thing with the liter biked is that they're getting so damn expensive. The 600cc class of sport bikes give someone who can't afford 20 000+ (cdn) a chance to still get on a descent sport bike.
A 600’s insurance costs are also less, at least for me they are in the US
Great review man!! Dreaming of trading in my 2019 Ninja 400 abs (first bike) for this. I just hit 2,200 miles today though so maybe I'll wait till 2022 riding season so I'll have a few more miles under my belt to take on this beast!!
I hope Kawasaki continues to make 4 cylinder mid displacement bikes. I really enjoy the Honda CBR650R just because of the nice compromise between race and street. Pretty much 50/50 with that bike.
I'm right there with ya. I only have 400 miles on mine but I got it a month ago. I'm thinking after next season I may need one of these.
@@CraterLakey 400 miles on a 400 then wanting to jump alr? Keep the 400 for at least 4-5k miles before even thinking of getting a 600. Smaller displacement is more fun on the street than the 600s. I have the ‘21 636 and it only sees the track since its not that comfortable or fun in town.
@@19910313 ZX4R coming to America, would you recommend the ZX4R over the Ninja 400?
@@UltimateEnd0 depends on what kind of riding were you thinking? Is it gonna be used a lot on the track? Or just street use mostly with one or two track days a year? If its more track use zx4r, if its more street then ninja
I own one, "stepping back" from a 1100 Tuono V4 Factory. Totally back up your review. What a fantastic piece of engineering that ZX-6R is. You insisted on mid-range, but it is really only a bonus over its 16k rpm nobility. Appeals to no one today, but what a joy.
How is the „step back „ working out for you? I got the zx6r a month ago after selling my mt09 sp. love the stable feeling in fast corners, the breaks, gearbox and looks! Sometime i miss the torque tho. But letting that little i4 engine scream is just too addicting haha
@@markay_ I feel like I have taken a lot of freedom back. On a supersport we can adjust our lines anytime anywhere in corners, even (or especially) if we have misjudged the entry. Yeah, missing that instant wave of torque from the 1100 V4, best engine I have ever had. But the 636 is a great mill, 130 hp is plenty enough really. Overall the ZX-6R is a very well refined machine. Can't wait to put it on the track !
At last someone who doesn't say rpms. Thank you
"per minutes", haha.
Those who say it that way aren’t saying “rpms”. They’re saying “rpm’s”.
TFT dash would be a welcome addition. but hey analog tachometer still rocks.
I have 2018 Ninja 400 abs (Black). I want to pull the trigger on buying the ZX-6R; however, its more then $14,000 cdn brand new here in Canada. Its a fairly big investment for me. I think it will be worth it though knowing the return I will get in pure excitement lol. Only live once. Cheers
2021 Kawi line up coming soon? (Ninja 400 in that beautiful red)
One of my favourite bike. 🏍️😜❤️
Great Video! Still breaking mine in! Keep the content Collin!
Great review. I'm still torn between a 2013 zx6r, daytona 675 or CBR 600rr. I'm coming from a ZX7R, & would like a little torque, better on my wrists (especially clutch hand) & reasonably comfy seat for weekend ride outs (don't need to commute) I'm also 6ft1 tall. Do you have a recommendation on these bikes?
Thank you
Great video man! What do you think of her for taking long rides? I’m coming from my 650 2019 where I can easily make abt 900 kmts a day. I love sound and looks of the zx6 but I’m afraid of not finding her comfortable enough. Thanks!!
If you put on some Helibars it may make it more bearable, but the ZX6R is not going to be great for long rides unless you plan to stop frequently to give your back, knees, wrists a break.
Couldn't resist myself from asking....
Was the sky really that blue..??
As long as you're not anywhere near Los Angeles, yes.
I regret selling my 2013 636.. switched up to a 2007 CBR1000RR and it’s not the same. The kawi was newer, sounded better and looked better. Lesson learned.
EDIT: I got her back for 1,000 less than I paid and he only put 1800 miles on it. LETSSSSS GOOOO
I take in your advice.
Interesting to hear. What's better for street riding in your opinion. The zx6r or fireblade?
Get another one bro
Well yeah why would you sell a newer bike for a older model lmaooooo backwards
@@MADLITS1KIt was more of a "I'm done with motorcycles" thing which lasted about a month until I had another one which was the 07 CBR1000RR. I ended up buying my 2013 636 back for $1,000 less than I sold it for and now have 2 motorcycles. Some people would get older because it's a 1000 instead of a 600 but like I said it was just because it was the best deal at the time and I liked the CBR when I test rode it.
everyone loves 600's but alll have 1000's in the garage
Compensation...
Both categories have good things. ZX6R and gixxer 1000 are equally awesome.
I sold my MINT and bone stock show room condition 2007 GSXR 1K (This bike was one of a kind remaining in the world) anyways, I bought a new 2019 ZX6R. I love the ZX6R more honestly. It’s More nimble, much better gearing, and tons of top end power. I managed to get $9,000 for my GSXR, and I added $1,000 bucks and purchased a brand new ZX6R. It’s a great bike!
Guilty
Yall have a garage? All i got in my house was a hole in my bathroom floor...
Why don't they offer this motor in a more upright sport bike?
Why do you guys all sound EXACTLY the same?? Is it a California thing, asking for a friend lol. Great review and I appreciate it.
Enjoyed the review, I'm considering this bike and liked what I heard.
These def blew up in popularity in 2022.
Love the ZX-6R!
good review -at 10:10 did you have your blinker on before you pointed to the car without a blinker? really, I didn't see it on the display? thx
Do a MC Commute on a ZX14R please
That would be a short video lol.
I just got my motorcycle license (Frist Time Rider) I went to a dealership yesterday. I talked to the salesman and he showed me a Ninja 650 for my first bike. But after talking to people and doing some research it seems like you have to redline the 650 to have any real fun? Is the ZX-6R a beginner bike and is a big difference in power between a 650 and ZX-6R.
636 power is 127 hp
650 has 60 hp
Twice as powerful
Trust me, you probably should not start out on a ZX6R. I started out on a 125cc then went up to 250cc then 400cc and eventually 750cc and higher. I'm sure if I had started out on a ZX6R I would have either killed myself or totaled the bike or both. If you want something more thrilling than the Ninja 650, check out the Yamaha MT-07 or R7 (same engine more or less as the MT-07 but in a sporty chassis). I had an MT-07 not long ago and it was a blast to ride.
As long as u have self control and respect the bike and kts power ull be good.
Honda Goldwing and pick up dates
hitting every red light lol thats my whole life
Nice bike wish I was 30 years younger 🙄 what a fantastic pice of kit 👍
playing bingo in an expensive retirement home is not living. go buy a ninja 400 and have fun.
Im at 50 and got this bike this summer. I love it. So I wonder why you couldnt do it. If needed just shape a bit. This will for sure give you motivation.
@@ninja1970fin I think that's how old i'll have to be before I could afford/ justify in the insurance premium on one. But great for you man!
@@alexduey7868 I’m 45 with no tickets on my record (knock on wood). My ‘09 R1 insurance is through Progressive and it’s very affordable.
57 here my freind, moved up from gixer 750 to an RSV4 Two years ago (both fantastic bikes). A bike will keep you young, and us old guys get a sweet deal on the insurance. Of course we all blow the savings on nice lids & leathers.
Great review looking forward to seeing more of your content.
I know everyone is gonna tell me its a terrible idea, but I'm getting a ZX-6R as the first bike I own lol
Gear up and practice emergency stops on back roads !!!🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Bout to get my 2024 zx-6r tomorrow as first bike technically. Only been riding a week.
I have a suggestion. To add to our viewing enjoyment do a quick look down at the bike i.e. tank etc.. Of course do that when its safe to do so like when your stopped at red traffic light waiting to go.
Simple, always the best in the class!
Always like your reviews Michael. I had a 2009 ZX-6R. Great motor and brakes but lacking in nimbleness in my opinion. How's the handling on this one?
Handling is amazing
The 636 offering more torque over 600's is not at all a new concept kawi has been making their 600 a 636 since 2003 for additional torque. Would be cool if we heard more about the actual changes to the bike for 2020 rather than decade old selling points of the 636.
Wrong 2002 they started the 636 which was the last of the carbed ones
@@MrB590 Half correct, half incorrect. It depends on where you live. In parts of the world, including all of North America, the first year of the 636 was the fuel injected 2003. Most people in those parts don't even know about the 2002 carbed model.
2002 was their first 636
@@CBRboy1717 now u know the rest of the world had the first 636 in 02
The selling point is still relevant. I was happy to hear about it. Stop using 'we'' when you meant 'I'.
my dream bike😍
So, is the R6 really the class leading machine if you can't buy them anymore? I had both R6 & ZX6Rs. R66 is a great bike, but on the street, the Kawi is a better bike with its "cheater" engine. Love the new looks of it, and I actually went from a liter bike down to this 600cc machine!
a very nice review. Very complete and appropriate for the subject.
i live in the socal area, i wish i can demo a zx6r , i have a z900rs and i like it but and ive been wanting to ride this bike! for so long
I wish I had weather like that more often. Here in Ontario, Canada my riding season is typically April to November. What is yours ?
Great bikes but just another face change I dream of a 600 weighing 10-15 kg’s lighter give it a TFT and another 15 hp.
with modern emission regulations you can only dream of it being 10-15kg lighter. That being said, the price difference between the 636 and the R6 is enough to buy a full system + tune.
@@Stratocasterhead51 that's basically all you have to do to make em great
I owned the previous model (2013-2019) with the same engine for 2 years, and I can tell you it has power for days, you don't run out of power specially in 2nd and 3d gear. Maybe in a GP racetrack with long straights it would do with a little bit more, but you need to be really skilled to get there. Also, I now own a bimmer s1000xr and the ninja compared to this felt like a feather in weight, with some mods (exhaust, pegs...) you can make it even lighter
I like the needle.
What's it's bore and stroke difference which contribute to the enhanced torque thru out?
109 .7 HP does not sound similar to 100 HP. Moreover, that 6% bump in displacement apparently yielded 9.7% more HP..
Nice review. You're developing your own voice and style rather than sounding like Adam Jr
Yamaha stopped selling their R6 (only to race teams I believe) you may say the class is dead, though HOnda & Suzuki haven't updated their 600cc bikes in a long time. Triumph does now make a Daytona MOto2 but its 765cc. Though the fact you can get a under $10k bike (before other charges, of course), great bike. I had 3 ZX-6Rs, and I loved every one of them!
Not sure how hard you've been riding on the street, but mine gets way better fuel mileage than what you were saying. I get 120+ miles / tank no problem
I could get 180 miles out of mine being very gentle. There's loads of fuel left when it starts flashing.
He seems like the guy that would ask the teacher about a pop quiz on Friday
Where is this place you are ridding ? This place is so beautiful.
Great review for ordinary everyday use . Thank you
Oh damn I ride over in that area all the time in orange up thru santiago canyon
The front end looks funky
I think you completely blue the stop sign at 7:08 stay safe !
Uhmm, do you have any idea when will Kawasaki put a TFT display on zx6r and zx10r? and with less weight and more power (hp and torque) ? And the new look of ZX-10R
Anywhere from 2022 to 2025
The new ZX10R will be announced on November 23rd. It will have a TFT. Also a hideous front end a bit like an H2, so personally I'd take the old one anyway.
The display on the ZX6R is excellent, it doesn't need a TFT.
Great info and great video, love it!
Love that gauge cluster
Looms so much better than the one with the white at the bottom.
The 2005-2006 model is still by far the best looking.
The 03-04 was sexy too
13 to 18 is the best
what the hell are those fairing indicators still doing on a bike in 2020
thank god for aftermarket parts..
Will be interesting to see the zx4r compared to this
one day, ima own this baby
I can’t wait for let’s ride track days to release their schedule so I can take my 636 to the track again!
You have a gorgeous bike in your picture there. Lol
Gotta learn to use the KIBS.
Get to a parking lot that’s enough get ho to thirty , squeeze that tank with your legs and SLAM on those brakes progressively but sharply and hard
Get used to a 100% stopping event.
Then try it at 50% add a small swerve
Then 100x bud then go ahead and try it while your steady turning .
Try mashing the rear brake on a steady leaned turn . Then try some trail braking.
Now make sure you have KIBS and not plain abs. But my bike with KIBS is amazing especially how you can brake in a turn without losing traction and without having the bike standup and run wide
My historical purchase allegiance has generally been Kawasaki’s.. but their paint schemes on their sport bike range just don’t appeal like they used to.. I much prefer a solid all over ‘mean green’ colour than all the busy stickers. I’m sure I’d love the way it rides though.
Need both up down clutch less shifting and a steering damper.
Not really. All that equipment would just ramp up the cost and make the bike innaccessible for most people who wanted to purchase a supersport 600. Ive heard people complaining that it should have a TFT display and an IMU aswell. If it had all this equipment it would likely cost 2-3 grand more.
Is this bike still made in Japan? Or made in Thailand now?
Please can you tell me how this compares on the road to the new Ducati Monster 937? Which is quicker, handles better etc
Is the 6r faster than the daytona 675r???
Can you please explain i what way which is faster please.....the new 6r makes so much more power on paper.....
Excellent review thank you
DOES IT COME WITH STEERING DAMPER?
Nope
Can you guys please do a review on the 2020 zx-10r as I'm in the market and looking to buy one in that sexy KRT Edition
Wait until the end of the month. Supposedly a new version is coming out
@@brakes940 yea I know that they are doing the reveal on the 24th of this month but the 2020 are are/going to be be on sale my local dealer has almost 3gs off one right now its not the krt I want but all black.
guys please zx-10r
What camera are you using?
no hate. but i enjoy listening to you more than the other host
Great commute!
IMO the front is too bulky, has a big head for the body. Previous gen was class.