Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2020
The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R is a perfectly sized supersport motorbike. With its 130 hp, sporty but controlled riding is possible. The shorter gearing and the 36cc extra displacement ensure that you can be a bit lazier on the road. A worthy flag-waver for the 600cc supersport segment.
Great engine with a great mix of revving and torque
supersport pleasure with lively handling - but still no ascetic feeling in the saddle
well responsive fork and decent, adjustable chassis.
Some details could do with more finesse - number plate holder and indicators!
The overall silhouette is not sporty enough. The sporty bike could do with more aggressiveness.
Kawasaki Z900 2025
The new Z900 masters the balancing act between modernisation and proven virtues remarkably well. The 6-axle IMU, the precise quickshifter and the new electronics package make it technically absolutely up-to-date, while the characterful four-cylinder engine loses none of its fascination despite Euro 5+. The harmonious setup of all components is particularly impressive: whether suspension, engine or ergonomics - the overall package is just right.
Harmonious engine with impressive acceleration in the mid-range
very well functioning quickshifter with precise responsiveness
mature riding performance with a good compromise between stability and nimble handling
sensitive 6-axle IMU with harmonious control
superbly tuned seating position
excellent engine reponsiveness
confident cornering behaviour with transparent feedback from the front
harmonious electronics that do not restrict riding pleasure
smooth transmission with perfectly tuned ratios
first-class stop-and-go behaviour in city traffic
intuitive bike for beginners and experienced riders
slim waist despite four-cylinder layout
Great 5 inch display but the possibilities are not perfectly utilised with the Rideology app
licence plate holder seems a little carelessly integrated into the design
fuel consumption in practice significantly higher than factory specification (6.0-6.5l instead of 4.8l)
suspension of the basic version a little stiff on poor asphalt
promised app functions not yet available at the time of testing
