Ninja 650 2009

I've been riding for almost 40 years. Much of that has been on liter-class sport bikes. Last year, I "settled" for a leftover Ninja R.

DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder. Engine performance was not overlooked, either. Fuel injection is revised to improve throttle response and mid-range power, while cooling capacity was increased. The entirely new frame has a revised rigidity balance to enhance performance, as well as additional rubber mounts for the engine to decrease vibration. All-in-all, more than 40 "updates and refinements" can be found in the Ninja R. More than a pretty face with a good personality, this is a true Ninja sportbike. For Kawasaki improved on this combination and gave this popular model several new upgrades, from improved suspension to updated Ninja supersport styling.

Ninja 650 2009

The model drops the R suffix from its name. They have modern styling and features, with low-seating ergonomics and a low center of gravity. The R and its naked sibling, the ER-6n, were introduced in The naked ER-6n was not sold in North America until the model year. The motorcycle fits above the Ninja R and Ninja R models, which already existed in Kawasaki's sportbike lineup, which includes the Ninja ZX models. For , Kawasaki released an updated Ninja R which includes new bodywork, mirrors, gauges, lighting, and a new tune on the same cc Along with chassis and minor tweaks, an all-new bodywork design was introduced to the Ninja and ER-6n along with a new 2-piece seat assembly, 20mm wider handlebars, and a new tachometer above an LCD display that shows speed, trip meters, fuel consumption, etc. The new Ninja also comes equipped with an Economical Riding Indicator which activates when the bike is consuming low amounts of fuel. For Kawasaki has updated the Ninja with a new frame trellis style adding to the new lighter weight and better handling. With new sharper styling it has done away with the distinctive side mount rear shock for a more conventional one, it has also added a slipper clutch. The ER-6f differs slightly from the Ninja R, as it features the passenger handlebars as standard as does the ER-6n. There is also a derivative of the ER-6 called the Versys which utilizes many of the same components. In many European countries the 6n naked version has proven more popular than the ER-6f; however in other countries, such as Australia and India, the faired Ninja R has proven to be more popular than the un-faired ER-6n, becoming the most popular 'sports-tourer' in the Kawasaki lineup. Production has stopped for the ER-6n model since , it has been replaced by the Z series. Contents move to sidebar hide.

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We extracted the information below from the manual for the ER-6F see the bottom for references , simplifying it into a more modern and easier-to-follow format. They even both have handlebars, which is quite unusual for a motorcycle with a fairing. During the years, almost nothing has changed with the engine — though a few parts have e. Those are noted below. This site has links for things like oil and spark plugs from which we earn a commission which unfortunately nobody can save, not even us. If you appreciate this work, then please use those links. Every service, change the oil and filter, and also change the spark plugs. The Ninja is a parallel twin, one of the easier multi-cylinder formats of motorcycle to service. The Ninja is a highly reliable motorcycle.

Ninja 650 2009

Over there it was called ER-6f, and we wanted one so badly that dealers pestered Kawasaki Motors Corp. Again, by popular demand, Kawasaki has brought the ER-6n to the United States for , and this time the name was left intact since Kawasaki already had equity in it. Hmmm…this is sounding better and better, just like a fairy tale. And buck naked it is.

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However, I will say that the bike is obviously meant for shorter riders. Temperature Warning Type. Carburetion Type. Gear Ratio. The styling is second to none. The riding position is ideal for my long commute to work 75 miles one way , but I can still take it in the canyons and enjoy it. The value of price to fun, performance, and styling is unmatched by any bike i have ever researched. Still has Spark Plug. You can ride this bike all day but the seat could use a slight upgrade, just a tad sore after 1 hour but not that bad. My only real big gripes with this bike are the amount of vibrations that you feel, the slightly go-kart-ish sound the engine makes, and the fuel gauge.

I've been riding for almost 40 years. Much of that has been on liter-class sport bikes. Last year, I "settled" for a leftover Ninja R.

Foot Peg Location. Front Adjustable Rebound Damping. Technical Specifications Length ft. Rear Wheel Travel. By I am an Owner on Jan 04, April DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder. Telescopic Fork. For Kawasaki improved on this combination and gave this popular model several new upgrades, from improved suspension to updated Ninja supersport styling. Fuel Level Warning Type. It's easy to ride and the engine is very smooth and manageable, but fast and powerful enough to more than satisfy seasoned riders.