New 2012 Kawasaki ER-6
Kawasaki has totally revamped its ER-6 (Ninja 650 in North America) middleweight for 2012, although at first glance it might be hard to spot the differences.
Nevertheless, the high-tensile steel ‘double pipe’ frame is new, and it’s slimmer and lighter than before. The rear swingarm has also been replaced, and it too is now a ‘double pipe’ design.
The capacity of the parallel twin engine is unchanged at 649 cc, and it still produces 71 bhp (53 kW / 72 PS) and 64 Nm (47 lb/ft) of torque. However, revised tuning means that for the 2012 models that torque is delivered lower down the rev range.
Other changes include a restyled fuel tank, an improved instrument panel and a new saddle. Despite seat height increasing slightly to 805 mm (31.7 inches), a new shape is meant to make it easier to reach the ground, as well as offering more comfort. The optional anti-lock braking has also been upgraded, and the system’s hardware is lighter and more compact compared to previously.
The naked ER-6n additionally gets a more compact nacelle for its vertically-stacked headlight, and the frame side shrouds have been redesigned to give a slimmer frontal profile. It will be available in Pearl Stardust White, Metallic Spark Black or Pearl Shining Yellow.
The faired ER-6f meanwhile receives a sharper dual headlight, changes to the fairing and a windscreen that’s now height-adjustable to three positions. Colour choice for this version comprises Candy Lime Green or Metallic Spark Black.
UK prices for the 2012 Kawasaki ER-6n and ER-6f have yet to be announced.
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Nevertheless, the high-tensile steel ‘double pipe’ frame is new, and it’s slimmer and lighter than before. The rear swingarm has also been replaced, and it too is now a ‘double pipe’ design.
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| 2012 Kawasaki ER-6f. Scroll down for ER-6n images. |
The capacity of the parallel twin engine is unchanged at 649 cc, and it still produces 71 bhp (53 kW / 72 PS) and 64 Nm (47 lb/ft) of torque. However, revised tuning means that for the 2012 models that torque is delivered lower down the rev range.
Other changes include a restyled fuel tank, an improved instrument panel and a new saddle. Despite seat height increasing slightly to 805 mm (31.7 inches), a new shape is meant to make it easier to reach the ground, as well as offering more comfort. The optional anti-lock braking has also been upgraded, and the system’s hardware is lighter and more compact compared to previously.
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| 2012 Kawasaki ER-6n. |
The naked ER-6n additionally gets a more compact nacelle for its vertically-stacked headlight, and the frame side shrouds have been redesigned to give a slimmer frontal profile. It will be available in Pearl Stardust White, Metallic Spark Black or Pearl Shining Yellow.
The faired ER-6f meanwhile receives a sharper dual headlight, changes to the fairing and a windscreen that’s now height-adjustable to three positions. Colour choice for this version comprises Candy Lime Green or Metallic Spark Black.
UK prices for the 2012 Kawasaki ER-6n and ER-6f have yet to be announced.
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2012 Kawasaki ZZR1400
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