Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 2013 vs. Honda CBR 600 F 2011

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 2013

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 2013

Honda CBR 600 F 2011

Honda CBR 600 F 2011

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Overview - Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 2013 vs Honda CBR 600 F 2011

The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 2013 and the Honda CBR 600 F 2011 are both supersport motorcycles that offer thrilling rides and impressive performance. However, they differ in various aspects, including engine power, suspension, chassis, brakes, dimensions, and weights.

Starting with the engine and drive train, both motorcycles have an inline engine type with a bore of 67 mm. The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 2013 has a stroke of 45.1 mm, while the Honda CBR 600 F 2011 has a stroke of 42.5 mm. In terms of engine power, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 2013 takes the lead with 131 HP, while the Honda CBR 600 F 2011 offers 102 HP. The torque of the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 2013 is 71 Nm, whereas the Honda CBR 600 F 2011 has a torque of 64 Nm. The compression ratio of the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 2013 is 12.9, while the Honda CBR 600 F 2011 has a compression ratio of 12. The displacement of the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 2013 is 636 ccm, while the Honda CBR 600 F 2011 has a displacement of 599 ccm.

Moving on to the suspension, both motorcycles have upside-down telescopic forks in the front. However, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 2013 offers more adjustment options with compression, preload, and rebound adjustments, while the Honda CBR 600 F 2011 only has preload and rebound adjustments. In terms of the rear suspension, both motorcycles have compression, preload, and rebound adjustments.

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 2013

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 2013

In regards to the chassis, both motorcycles have an aluminum frame. However, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 2013 has a twin tube, perimeter, extruded frame type, while the Honda CBR 600 F 2011 has a backbone frame type.

When it comes to brakes, both motorcycles have double disk brakes in the front.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 2013 has a front tire width of 120 mm and a rear tire width of 180 mm. The front tire diameter is 17 inches, and the rear tire diameter is also 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1395 mm, and the seat height is 830 mm. The kerb weight is 192 kg without ABS and 194 kg with ABS. The fuel tank capacity is 17 liters.

On the other hand, the Honda CBR 600 F 2011 has a front tire width of 170 mm and a rear tire width of 170 mm. The front tire diameter is 70 inches, and the rear tire diameter is 55 inches. The wheelbase is 1437 mm, and the seat height is 800 mm. The kerb weight is 206 kg without ABS and 211 kg with ABS. The fuel tank capacity is 20 liters.

Honda CBR 600 F 2011

Honda CBR 600 F 2011

In terms of strengths, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 2013 offers sharpened geometry, a comfortable seating position, good handling, and uncompromising reliability. On the other hand, the Honda CBR 600 F 2011 provides comfort, acceptable performance, a comfortable riding position, a padded saddle, and C-ABS.

However, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 2013 has a weakness in its high purchase price. The Honda CBR 600 F 2011 has a difficult-to-read tachometer and a lack of a gear indicator as weaknesses.

In conclusion, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 2013 and the Honda CBR 600 F 2011 are both impressive supersport motorcycles with their own unique strengths and weaknesses. The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 2013 offers more power and adjustment options, while the Honda CBR 600 F 2011 focuses on comfort and convenience features. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 2013 compared to Honda CBR 600 F 2011

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 2013
Honda CBR 600 F 2011

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore67 mmBore67 mm
StrokeStroke45.1 mmStroke42.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power131 HPEngine power102 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power13,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power12,000 rpm
TorqueTorque71 NmTorque64 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque11,500 rpmRpm at Torque10,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.9 Compression Ratio12
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionDigital, Transistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement636 ccmDisplacement599 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTwin Tube, Perimeter, ExtrudedFrame typeBackbone

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,085 mmLength2,150 mm
WidthWidth705 mmWidth740 mm
HeightHeight1,115 mmHeight1,150 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,395 mmWheelbase1,437 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height830 mmSeat Height800 mm
Kerb WeightKerb Weight192 kgKerb Weight206 kg
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)194 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)211 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 2013

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 2013

The Kawa convinces with its good handling and uncompromising reliability. A strong motorbike, but definitely not a bargain.

Sharpened geometry

seating position okay

good handling

uncompromising reliability.

High purchase price.

Honda CBR 600 F 2011

Honda CBR 600 F 2011

The CBR600F remains just under the magic 10,000 mark and certainly doesn't disgrace Honda's mid-range. For a modest 520 euro surcharge until the end of May, it also comes with a tempting additional package consisting of a dark-tinted windshield, painted pillion seat and rear wheel cover, tank cap decor, tank pad and crankcase decor set.

Comfort

acceptable performance

comfortable riding position

padded saddle

C-ABS.

Tachometer difficult to read

lack of gear indicator.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 vs Honda CBR 600 F

There are a few key differences between a Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 2013 and a Honda CBR 600 F 2011. It takes less time to sell a Honda CBR 600 F with 93 days compared to 122 days for the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636. Since model year 2013 1000PS.de editors have written 7 reviews for the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 and 7 reviews for the Honda CBR 600 F since model year 2005. The first review for the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 was published on 03/12/2012 and now has more than 20,800 views. This compares to more than 12,500 views for the first review on Honda CBR 600 F published on 01/11/2010.

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