Kawasaki Ninja ZX-RR (2006)
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The ZX-RR has struggled very badly in 2008, with the best result being a 5th place in Portugal from John Hopkins and also from Anthony West in Brno. The bike has frequently lapped at the rear of the pack, and both West and Hopkins have blamed both a lack of feeling in the front end, and traction from the rear on corner exit. Previous ZX-RRs have been very "unfriendly" and difficult to ride, but beyond the limited statements by the riders it is unclear what the problems with the 2008 bike are.
Engine
Model Ninja ZX-RR
Year 2006
Type Four-stroke
Configuration Inline four-cylinder
Induction System DOHC, four valves per cylinder
Displacement 990cc
Lubrication Wet sump
Fuel System Electronic Fuel Injection
Exhaust System Four-into-two-into-one
Maximum Power In excess of 240 BHP
Maximum Speed In excess of 320 km/h
Transmission
Gearbox Six speed, cassette type
Primary Drive Gear
Clutch Dry multi-plate slipper clutch
Final Drive Chain
Chassis
Frame Aluminium twin-spar
Front Suspension Inverted telescopic forks
Rear Suspension Monoshock
Steering Damper Hydraulic Adjustable
Bodywork Carbon Fiber
Wheels Front: 16.5"
Rear: 16.5"
Tires Bridgestone
Brakes
Front 2 x 314mm carbon discs, 2 x radial mount, monoblock, four piston calipers
Rear 1 x 203mm ventilated steel disc, 1 x four piston caliper
Dimensions
Wheelbase Variable
Overall Length 2090mm
Castor (Rake/Trail) Variable
Seat Height 850mm
Dry Weight Over 145kg
Fuel Capacity 22 litres
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