1999 Kawasaki ZX-6

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Description

Click here for an VINData Motorcycle History Report on this 1999 Kawasaki ZX-6. Please note: VINData incorrectly lists the model as 6R, the bike is a ZX-6.

Kawasaki’s ZX-6 (or ZZR600 internationally) origins started in 1984 with the Ninja 600R (or GPz600 internationally) which was released to compete with Yamaha’s XJ600 (FJ600 here in the States). It featured a 592-cc liquid-cooled inline four-cylinder and was continuously updated in the following years. However, with a flood of competition in the feuding Japanese 600 market, the bike was losing ground to other models, including Honda’s CBR600F.

When 1990 came around, Kawasaki stepped up their game tremendously with the release of the ZX-6. Outfitted with an aluminium perimeter frame with steel sub-frame, 17-inch wheels, and sleek bodywork, the bike came in heavier at 489lbs, but this was offset by the new short stroke engine. Whereas the GPz600R measured at 60 x 52.4mm, the new bike measured 64 x 46.6mm. This lead to a claimed 98hp and a redline at 14,000 rpm! It was the fastest 600 upon release, even garnering 750-like comparisons amongst reviewers.

With its comfortable riding position and added weight, the bike leaned more into the sport tourer category than sport bike. A performance update came in 1993 with the frame becoming a shorter full-aluminium piece, new lighter and bigger valves, lighter pistons, better cam timing, and the addition of a ram air intake which helped push the ponies over the century mark. Even when Kawi released the mighty ZX-6R in ’95, it kept the ZX-6 in its lineup virtually unchanged until 2004 and ultimately ceased production in 2008.

This example is VIN: JKAZX4E14XB514597. The seller purchased the bike June 2023 from a private party out of Arizona and states, “Another project bike I bought to restore and use as a commuter. I had always wanted a “mini ZX-11D.” I just ran out of time finishing it and can’t keep it.”

During his ownership, the seller has covered approximately 5 miles. The odometer shows 17,342 miles.

Maintenance:
The seller has a repair order dated September 2024 and states, “Bike had sat since approximately 2017. My mechanic went through the bike completely. Carbs rebuilt, oil and filter change, new fork seals and oil, new tires, new chain, new brake pads, master cylinder rebuilt, coolant change and refresh, brake fluid change and refresh, all service work done shown on receipt that is with the service manuals. There is a minor stumble between 4-5K, especially if the throttle is whacked open suddenly.” In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection. Our service department notes the following on their condition report:

Gas Tank Internal Condition: OK
Engine Oil Level: SLIGHTLY HIGH
Engine Oil Quality: LOOKS OK
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: OK
Coolant Quality: LOOKS OK
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: OK
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: OK
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: OK
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: OK
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: OK
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: OK
Final Drive Condition: NEW CHAIN
Headlight High Beam: OK
Headlight Low Beam: OK
Passing Light: OK
Parking Light: OK
Turn Signals: OK
Tail Light: OK
Brake Light (Front Switch): OK
Brake Light (Rear Switch): OK
Plate Light: NONE
Horn: OK
Kill Switch: OK
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 80%
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 90%
Forks: OK
Shock/s: OK
Tire Date Code Front: 2124
Tire Date Code Rear: 1124
Tire % Remaining Front: 99%
Tire % Remaining Rear: 99%
Tire Press. Front: 36
Tire Press. Rear: 38
Battery Standing Voltage: 12.33
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 14.12
Running Condition: POOR
Test Ride Completed: YES

Notes:
• SUPER CLEAN EXAMPLE
• RUNS ALBEIT POORLY
• HAS A HARD TIME TAKING THROTTLE
• OIL LEVEL A BIT HIGH
• PLATE LIGHT BULB NOT WORKING

Required Work:
• DIAG POOR RUNNING
• DROP OIL LEVEL
• REPAIR PLATE LIGHT

Modifications:
No logos on tank or fairings.

Not shown: K&N filter. 4 degree timing advancer.

Inside of the tank:

It is riding on Dunlop Sportmax tires with date codes of 1124 and 2124.

The sale includes one key, owner’s manual, decals, and recent maintenance record.

Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:





Currently located in Santa Monica, California, this Kawasaki is offered on a clean Arizona title. Have any ZX-6 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!

Additional Information

Location

Santa Monica, California

Year

1999

Make

Kawasaki

Model

ZX-6

Mileage

17,342

VIN

JKAZX4E14XB514597

Title

Clean

Title State/Country

Arizona

Private Party/Dealership

Private Party

Additional Charges

No

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1999 Kawasaki ZX-6
Asking price (including buyer’s fee): $4,280
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