Kawasaki Tech Specifications - Motorcyclist Magazine

Kawasaki ER-6N | Price: $6399


Tech Spec
Engine type: l-c parallel-twin	Rear suspension: Single Kayaba shock with adjustable spring preload	Measured horsepower:62.6 bhp @ 8500 rpm
Valve train: DOHC, 8v	Front brake: Dual two-piston Tokico calipers, 300mm petal discs	Measured torque: 43.4 lb.-ft. @ 7000 rpm
Displacement: 649cc	Rear brake: Single-piston Tokico caliper, 220mm petal disc	Corrected 1/4-mile: 12.17 sec. @ 107.82 mph
Bore x stroke: 83.0 x 60.0mm	Front tire: 120/70 ZR-17 Dunlop Sportmax Roadsmart	Top-gear roll-on:4.46 sec.
Compression: 11.3:1	Rear tire: 160/60 ZR-17 Dunlop Sportmax Roadsmart	Fuel mileage (high/low/avg.): 47/37/40 mpg
Fuel system: EFI	Rake/trail: 24.5 deg./4.0 in.	Colors: Candy Plasma Blue
Clutch: Wet, multi-plate	Seat height: 29.7 in	Availability: Now
Transmission: 6-speed	Wheelbase: 55.3 in.	Warranty: 12 mo., unlimited mi.
Frame: Tubular-steel semi-double cradle	Fuel capacity: 4.1 gal.	Contact: Kawasaki Motor Corp. 9950 Jeronimo Rd. Irvine, CA 92618 949.770.0400 www.kawasaki.com
Front suspension: 43mm inverted cartridge fork	Weight (tank full/empty): 448/423 lbs.

Dyno
The ER-6n doesn't start breathing efficiently until 6000 rpm, but after that it builds power in a hurry before peaking at 8500 rpm. That downward slope after 9000 rpm is misleading; the ER feels strongest near redline and begs to be revved high.

Ergos
Shorter riders rejoice: The ER-6n is welcoming with a low seat and narrow handlebars. The 17.6-inch distance between that plush seat and those footpegs is good for sub-6-footers, but anyone taller will feel cramped.