KAWASAKI ER6F 2006/2007

KAWASAKI ER6F 2006/2007 Specifications

• ENGINE:
  Type: Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Parallel Twin
  Displacement: 649 cm3
  Bore and Stroke: 83 x 60 mm
  Compression ratio: 11.3:1
  Valve system: DOHC, 8 valves
  Fuel system: Fuel injection: 38 mm x 2 (Keihin)
  Ignition: Digital
  Starting: Electric

  
  Lubrication: Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump.

• DRIVETRAIN:
  Transmission: 6-speed, return
  Final drive: Sealed chain
  Primary reduction ratio: 2.095 (88/42)
  Gear ratios: 1st: 2.438 (39/16)
  2nd: 1.714 (36/21)
  3rd: 1.333 (32/24)
  4th: 1.111 (30/27)
  5th: 0.966 (28/29)
  6th: 0.852 (23/27)
  Final reduction ratio: 3.067 (46/15)
  Clutch: Wet multi-disc, manual.
• FRAME:
  Type: Diamond, high-tensile steel
  Wheel travel:
  front: 120 mm
  rear: 130 mm
  Tyre:
  front: 120/70ZR17M/C (58W)
  rear: 160/60ZR17M/C (69W)
  Caster (rake): 25°
  Trail: 06 mm
  Steering angle (left/right): 32° / 32°.
• SUSPENSION:
  Front:
  Type: 41 mm telescopic fork
  Rear:
  Type: Offset laydown single-shock with adjustable preload.
• BRAKES:
  Front: Type: Dual semi-floating 300 mm petal discs
  Caliper: Dual piston
  
  Rear:
  Type: Single 220 mm petal disc
  Caliper: Single piston.
• DIMENSIONS:
  Overall length: 2,105 mm
  Overall width: 760 mm
  Overall height: 1,210 mm
  Wheelbase: 1,410 mm
  Ground clearance: 145 mm
  Seat height: 790 mm
  Dry weight: 178 kg
  Fuel capacity: 15.5 litres.
• PERFORMANCE:
  Maximum power: 53 kW {72.1 PS} / 8,500 rpm
  Maximum torque: 66 N·m {6.7 kgf·m} / 7,000 rpm.
• The new Kawasaki ER6-f. is the fully faired brother of the ER6-n. For
  motorcyclists, whether new to two wheels or long-term riders, the essence of
  motorcycling, the freedom that riding on two wheels provides, is sometimes
  difficult to express.

  With a reputation for innovative motorcycles delivering the performance
  sought by enthusiasts the world over, Kawasaki have now taken the refreshing
  and imaginative step of combining their engineering prowess and an awareness
  of contemporary design, with the introduction of the stunning all-new
  Kawasaki ER6-f .


A machine for riders of all ages and abilities whether male or female,
the core appeal of the Kawasaki ER6-f is that of a motorcycle at the very
cutting edge of contemporary design, just as pleasing to look at as it is to
ride. For those that felt that the ER6n simply did not offer the weather
protection that they were looking for, or even if the very individual
cockpit fairing was just too quirky for their taste then the Kawasaki ER6f
is the perfect alternative.
Incorporating ergonomics perfectly suited to a variety of riders, the
Kawasaki ER6-f makes optimum use of a compact two-cylinder engine to deliver
a sleek chassis that is extremely manoeuvrable and fun-to-ride. For new
riders, the Kawasaki ER6-f experience will grow and mature along with
theirs. For existing riders, the machine will reawaken in them the very
essence of the motorcycle riding sensation, providing a broad spread of
useable engine power matched to a chassis that is outstanding in both visual
and engineering terms. The ER6-f represents a single-minded vision for the
Kawasaki company, a vision born of a passionate commitment to offering the
sheer enjoyment that motorcycling represents to the widest possible
audience. In an age where transport alternatives all shout for attention,
the Kawasaki ER6-f evokes the elusive essence of Kawasaki’s commitment to
fun, thrills and freedom on two wheels, crafted and distilled into one
distinctive statement.

The rear end of the Kawasaki ER6-f is as with the “n” model uncluttered
with rear footrest hangers being made almost invisible by mounting them off
the main frame. All that the back end seems to be there for is rider and
pillion (Note the pillion freindly grab rails) even the rear seat has been
cunningly colour coded to give the image that the pillion seat moulds in
with the rest of the bike.The instrument panel differs between the ER6-f and
n models however is kept equally clear and simple with an analogue rev
counter & speedo, temperature and fuel reserve looked after by warning
lights, it too looks uncluttered.Handlebars mounted conventionally on the
top yoke gives a very comfortable riding position and allows the bars to be
rolled forward or backward slightly to suit individual comfort.
The parrallel twin engine although dervied from the super reliable ER5
plant is in fact an ALL NEW powerplant. In fact, the 650 engine thanks to a
highly modified gearbox is smaller than that of the ER5. This has in turn
allowed for a smaller, shorter chassis giving it cutting edge handling. The
fact that the engine is so narrow aids balance and makes the bike feel even
lighter than the featherweight that it already is.The exhaust system runs
under the bike and exits in front of the rear wheel. This as with the engine
aids overall bike balance and the feel that there is no weight to this
machine.Cleverly the rear shock has been mounted directly between frame and
swingarm without excess link arms, bushes, bearings etc. Helping not only in
the area of weight loss, but also reducing maintenance long term. The fuel
delivery system has moved to a highly efficient dual butterfly electronic
fuel injection system. The first butterfly being controlled by you, the
second by Kawasaki’s clever little ECU that ensures smooth fuel/air
delivery, thus smooth power delivery.