Kawasaki ZX9R F1P

Advantages: It makes you smile (a lot)
Disadvantages: When you cane it the petrol really disappears !

...back down to ground level from the high I am currently on. So wot is it then ? A bike that no doubt is not top of the fashion stakes for most people, is not the fastest or most nimble handling and again, for some folks, is not the sexiest looking thing on two wheels – if you believe any of the dross in the bike mags that is – step forward the much maligned Kawasaki ZX9R. My machine is a 2002 F1P model in a lovely silver colour with 9800 miles on the clock – barely run in. A piccie will appear in my profile shortly – check it out – I think it is beautiful ?????? A few facts and figures for you to get them out of the way. The engine is a Kawasaki stalwart 899 cc across the frame four cylinder nutcase. It runs very noisily at tick over which apparently is a result of the airbox/ram air design letting...

KneeDown 29.10.2003 · Read review
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Review of Kawasaki ZX9R

My Mean Green Kawasaki

Advantages: Powerful, fast, good looks
Disadvantages: heavy, long reach and long legs required

...I purchased my 1993 ZX-7R from Lings in Harleston for £2,000 about 4 years ago. After cutting my teeth on a VFR400R (an absolutely gorgeous bike) I thought it was time to move up to something a bit more powerful. At the time I weighed 13.5 stone, despite me being short at 5'7". Due to my weight I thought I needed something that was at least 600cc (the 400 started to struggle pulling me!). I had always liked the Kawasaki ZX's. The 600s were a bit out of my price range but I found this American imported ZX-7 on the Lings website. I called and booked a test ride for the following Saturday. When I arrived at the shop the ZX was already parked out the front with a full tank waiting. The first thing I noticed was the dimensions of the bike - it was huge. Kawasakis (especially the older ones) always seem to be big bikes. When...

yackers1 15.03.2007 · Read review
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2001 KAWASAKI ZX6R J1

Advantages: SUPER GOOD LOOKS.
Disadvantages: BIT THIRSTY.

...Ive owned many 600 superbikes over the last few years but i think that you will have to go a long way to beat the zx6-r j1/j2 models. i would agree that the kawasaki's are not every ones cup of tea but having grown up riding ar50's then stepping up to ar125's then when i was old enough going up a stage went onto a zzr400 this was a very good comfortable bike but being a 400 lacked power. thats when i decided to go crazy and go for a 600, there is many models, manafacturers out there and tell you the truth they all looked good, but being a kawasaki man got drawn between a zx6-r or a honda cbr600rr. I chose a Y reg 2001 j1 model with 6500 miles on the clock 1 previous owner (which was a sales executive from a local kawasaki dealers) so its been well looked after. the basic guidelines on prices are for a 1998/2001 model in a1 cond £3500...

jonnyzx6r 01.06.2003 (15.07.2003) · Read review
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Review of Kawasaki ZX6R

My Kawasaki ZX6-R (2003 version)

Advantages: excellent torque and performance and excellent chassis
Disadvantages: riding position can be a strain after a fir bit of miles on a trip

...speechless. In fact my dad rides a Suzuki GSXR-1000 K2 and he went out and bought an Akrapovic straight after he heard the difference between the stock exhaust on mine and then the aftermarket Akrapovic exhaust... Since I have bought my Kawasaki I have added a steering dampener, braided front back brake lines, Akrapovic Exhaust, smaller number plate and smaller indicators. I am EXTREMELY HAPPY with this bike and feel I definatly made the right choice over all the other 600 on the market. The close second choice for me was the 2003 to present version, Honda CBR 600RR......

gixxer_loui 23.03.2004 · Read review
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Review of Kawasaki ZX6R

ZX6R J1 (W Reg)

Advantages: Looks, everyday practicallity, price
Disadvantages: Weight, no fuel gauge!

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downward25 22.07.2007 · Read review
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97'P plate, ZX6R Ninja F3

Advantages: Fantastic allround thrashing hooligans tool!!!
Disadvantages: Not enough accessories for the F3 model

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rnb100 20.06.2004 · Read review
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Review of Kawasaki ZX6R

Here comes the summer!

Advantages: Looks Speed Handling Accelleration
Disadvantages: Gear Changing and Comfort

...After learning to ride and riding an old Kawasaki GT550 (briefly I moved on to a Suzuki GSX750. This was a beast but nothing compared to my 2004 Kawasaki ZX6r 636. From the moment I set eyes on the bike sitting in the shop I loved it. It just looked mean, it's sharp headlights and gold grilled air intake between the front lights and the standard bubble growled out to be bought. So a short test ride later saw me return with a small deposit and my leathers. The bike is truly amazing. From it's accelleration, speed and handling, to it's good looks, smart engine and querky toys such as the lap timer and gear change light make this bike something I have only ever dreamt about. For me, finding such a good bike wasn't easy. I'm 6'2 and approx 18 stone but the 636 handles like a dream, out pacing many bigger bikes due to it's weight...

clivefallon 07.06.2006 · Read review
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Review of Kawasaki ZX6R

Wow, just got it and it's a bit mad.

Advantages: fast, torquey, badge of honour, superb
Disadvantages: not for the faint hearted

...I have only had it a week, so this can be an ongoing review (maybe). After much umming and ahhhing I traded in my ZX9R and RVF 400RR (which I miss badly!!) and stumped up another grand to get the 12R. Its an X reg so its full power (pre 186mph legislation). Its also that lovely Kawasaki Green. It came with braided Goodridge hoses which provide mucho stoppo when needed and a Rhencullen undertray, which has tidied up the arse end nicely. The OE screen has gone and there is a green double bubble to keep the wind over me. A carbon fibre rear hugger keeps the crud away from the rear shock and a nice little Scottoiler keeps that chain lasting "6 times longer". A good deal I thought. Missing one thing though... Blueflame Evo 3 Titanium Oval exhaust. £260 from the great guys at Taz Motorcycles. Now we're talking. Putting...

SatanicDark 23.04.2005 · Read review
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Review of Kawasaki ZX12R

An ace all-rounder with appeal

Advantages: Performance, Comfort, Looks
Disadvantages: None!

...I bought my ZX-6R brand spanking new in May 98 at £6600 which was a snip then. It was one of the first G1 models, that was when Kawasaki revised the model substantially from the F3 I think. You can tell the difference because the F3 is squarer in appearance. Anyway, I held on to it for nearly a year in which I did eleven thousand miles around the Highlands of Scotland. Given the severe winter we had and the fact I was in Oz for a month that amounted to a pretty high daily mileage - testimony to the comfort of the machine. I used to get up early and go for a 120 mile blast before work - how sad! Some serious points though: Performance: For a 600cc on your average road the bike will keep up with anything. I found you could get away with murder on the throttle since it was just on that fine line between too much power making you...

martinlross 05.04.2001 · Read review
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Review of Kawasaki ZX6R

Kawasaki GPZ 500 Honest review!

Advantages: Reliability, cost, engine.
Disadvantages: Brakes,front end handling.

...the oil is changed regularly (every 5k miles) as if not the cams can go wrong after as little 20k miles. It pulls very well about 3k and has a deffinate surge at 6k and can propell you along to about 120mph. Everything is easy to access and changing oil/filter/plugs can take as little as 30 minutes! Economy is great, and if you take it really easy, changing gear at about 5k you can get 55-60mpg. The exhaust is shocking, the rear silencers are fine, but kawasaki (in their wisdom) decided to make the downpipes out of mild steel, (on a comuter! GRRR) which rust massively, i have had my exhaust off twice so far and rubbed it down, then treated it with rust-off then sprayed it with high temp paint. If you decide to get one, invest in some stainless downpipes, there about 70-80 quid and well worth it! So there you have it, i think this...

Twisted_Individual_23 16.07.2009 · Read review
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