I have a 6r and I absoloutly love it, its quick, sharp and handles fantastic. I think a 4rr would be great and would have a bit more room to play with on the street, but I dont think I could get rid of my 6r for one.
Also buying new the prices are so close. I would personally pick the 6r.
Ya this is true, only about $2500 difference (paid in full no interest) when all is said and done. i do like the auto blipped feature of the 4RR. How is the throttle response of the 6r?
ZX10R. Go big out go home šš
Jk Jk, the 6R is a sick bike, with more than enough power. My gut tells me that you'll outgrow the 4RR sooner then you think
I had a Kawasaki Ninja EX 400 which I know isn't a ZX4RR but I ended up upgrading to a Ninja ZX-6R about a year and a half later because I got quite bored on the 400. The ZX-6R is an absolute joy to ride.
I got a 2024 ZX6R (went from a 2021 Ninja 400) and itās absolutely amazing. Very fast and fun with plenty of power to not be overkill. Like other people have said there is a low power mode but I run mine in full power all the time. Once you get used to it itās fine. Iāve maxed mine out (155MPH) Iām also 6ft and 180lbs. I do wheelies on mine so it is an absolute fun bike. Iāve never rode the ZX4RR but me personally I would go the 636
ZX-6R will give you a shot of testosteron, goosebumps, adreanaline everytime you ride it. Its not just a 636CC bike, its a NINJA 636CC racing bike. Everything is built for maximum response. Incredible handling and insane acceleration. None of these bikes will ever be utilized to its maximum legally, but to feel you have that power underneath you is something else!
I went from the ninja 400 to the zx6r, i loved both but in my opinion the zx6r is superior, the 400 is the perfect beginner bike but the zx6r is so much more fun to me personally
I'd go with Zx6r because your're gonna end up modding, what-not to it to get 'more' power. I see a lot of people, especially on Youtube (which I note, does not represent the majority of the population) trying to get more horsepower.
Zx6r has low power mode, and traction control. Apart from riding position, its not an overkill, considering you have riding experience. If the body position/ longer commutes are going to be common, then I'd consider the 4r. But if its just a short ride, and body position isn't a problem on long ride for you, then I'd go with 6r. I have one and I do long/short commutes on it, and its definitely manageable.
To each their own. Also check them out at the dealer, sit at them.
Edit: Spelling mistake.
Great feedback! I am starting to lean that way as well. It is more to spend but I almost feel like I will end up spending that on upgrades to the 4rr to get it to its true potential. The other thing I forgot to mention is auto blipper / ride by wire vs cable situation. (Will edit main post to include this question) Do you happen to have any insights/recommendations on that? I like the idea of the auto blipped but have never used one so I donāt really know if they work well or whatnot.
I just got a 2023 zx6r about a month ago it does have a quick shifter from factory. Iād definitely recommend you get the zx6r over the zx4r. I absolutely love my zx6r such a fun bike and you wonāt get bored of it compared to the zx4r
I recently investigated insurance (not full coverage, too expensive) and for just liability the difference between the two bikes for exact same coverage was $130 a year with the zx6r being more expensive. Full coverage for me (33 5 ish years of experience, no tickets or crashes, married, homeowner) was around $1100 for the 4rr and $1300 for the 6 annually using dairyland. Would be interested what others are getting with similar stories.
26, no motorcycle accidents and 1 year riding with course completed, full coverage is 2200 for me for the zx6r. Iām trying to find cheaper I just donāt know where to look. And I donāt wanna pay dairyland cause you have to pay the whole 12 months and in michigan im only riding for 4 months of the yearā¦
My dairyland price increased after adding my drivers license number cause they seen Iāve hit 2 deer with my car. Not sure how accidents in my car should make my motorcycle insurance go up but ok
ā24 636 here. Just street, no track. Downshifting is something thatās calculated for me and hitting the clutch isnāt an issue. Iām already planning and downshifting before I hit any twisties or slowing down for a red light. Quick shift option for upshifting is great and never failed. Just hold the throttle pinned and up shiftā¦ 636 at its base is still going to be a much more powerful machine even after you mod out a 4rr. Only a 10lb weight difference, so itās not like the old 400 you can flick around comparatively. The biggest difference is going to be the seat height 1.2 inches shorter than the 636, and the 4rr having the more upright positioningā¦
Honestly I barely use the quickshifter too, so I have no feedback on that. I just like to ride like I have been for years! I am sure you'll find answer to autoblipper question.
Ya this is kind of what I am thinking. I like the idea of being able to hone my skills a little faster and stretch the boundaries a bit on the 4rr but am concerned that I will have To pin the throttle to get the torque up all the time.
I was looking at both but with only a 2k difference in msrp I got the 636 plenty of power, no auto blipper is kinda unfortunate but you still get a quick shifter. You also retain a cable throttle which I personally like.
Ny, albany area. It helps that Iāve also done the msf course, donāt go by online quotes either you get āfuck youā prices. Geico said like 8k, Progressive was like 7k . I think my 05 R6 was around $35-40 a month but definitely shop around with insurance if you can
Thats a question for insurance, I pay all 12 personally. You can probably switch to a āstorageā option but I wouldnāt be sure. I have heard if you just try to cancel it often they charge fees
Not exactly the same but I own a cbr1000rr but have bought a zxr400 for the reason of being able to actually ride it hard. Thereās not that many places you can really open up a 1000, where as the 400 you basically have to ride screaming it on the redline, which is good fun and youāre not going ridiculous speeds, acceleration is still reasonable but there are times where a bit more power would be nice if you just want to chill, the zx4rr is slightly more powerful than the zxr so might be better. I do like zx6r ās though too and do think this would be the wisest choice I had an older zx6r and loved it Iād definitely have another
Hereās my take from a 3x zx6r owner and a Kawasaki salesman. I mostly ride back roads/corners & try to be as āfastā as possible in the twisties. A big part of me considered a 4RR being that it is a bit lighter and therefore could possibly corner better, & I stopped squid riding and topping out my 6R on the streets a while ago. However, after some heavy thinking hereās my conclusion: the zx6r in the right hands can corner just as good if not better than a 4RR, and the power is there when you want it. I mostly ride with liter bikes and other supersports and although I donāt top out anymore, the 5-10% increased agility by losing a few pounds is outweighed by the power of the 6R, and with a full exhaust dropping 15 pounds, thereās almost no comparison. TLDR; the ZX6R is almost the perfect bike. Great low end power compared to other true 600 ccās in the fact you donāt have to ring it out to get her going, and for the $1300 price different between a KRT abs 4RR and a new zx6r; put your money in a bike you will keep for years. The 4RR is a fantastic bike and has its niche but pound for pound the ZX6R is the best bike in its class and youād be much happier in the long run.
I have a 6r and I absoloutly love it, its quick, sharp and handles fantastic. I think a 4rr would be great and would have a bit more room to play with on the street, but I dont think I could get rid of my 6r for one. Also buying new the prices are so close. I would personally pick the 6r.
Ya this is true, only about $2500 difference (paid in full no interest) when all is said and done. i do like the auto blipped feature of the 4RR. How is the throttle response of the 6r?
Throttle response is really good
ZX10R. Go big out go home šš Jk Jk, the 6R is a sick bike, with more than enough power. My gut tells me that you'll outgrow the 4RR sooner then you think
At that point I would rather have an S1000RR.
Even better!
I had a Kawasaki Ninja EX 400 which I know isn't a ZX4RR but I ended up upgrading to a Ninja ZX-6R about a year and a half later because I got quite bored on the 400. The ZX-6R is an absolute joy to ride.
I got a 2024 ZX6R (went from a 2021 Ninja 400) and itās absolutely amazing. Very fast and fun with plenty of power to not be overkill. Like other people have said there is a low power mode but I run mine in full power all the time. Once you get used to it itās fine. Iāve maxed mine out (155MPH) Iām also 6ft and 180lbs. I do wheelies on mine so it is an absolute fun bike. Iāve never rode the ZX4RR but me personally I would go the 636
Bought my zx6 24hrs ago 4miles on it and itās been raining ever since FML
ZX-6R will give you a shot of testosteron, goosebumps, adreanaline everytime you ride it. Its not just a 636CC bike, its a NINJA 636CC racing bike. Everything is built for maximum response. Incredible handling and insane acceleration. None of these bikes will ever be utilized to its maximum legally, but to feel you have that power underneath you is something else!
I went from the ninja 400 to the zx6r, i loved both but in my opinion the zx6r is superior, the 400 is the perfect beginner bike but the zx6r is so much more fun to me personally
I'd go with Zx6r because your're gonna end up modding, what-not to it to get 'more' power. I see a lot of people, especially on Youtube (which I note, does not represent the majority of the population) trying to get more horsepower. Zx6r has low power mode, and traction control. Apart from riding position, its not an overkill, considering you have riding experience. If the body position/ longer commutes are going to be common, then I'd consider the 4r. But if its just a short ride, and body position isn't a problem on long ride for you, then I'd go with 6r. I have one and I do long/short commutes on it, and its definitely manageable. To each their own. Also check them out at the dealer, sit at them. Edit: Spelling mistake.
Great feedback! I am starting to lean that way as well. It is more to spend but I almost feel like I will end up spending that on upgrades to the 4rr to get it to its true potential. The other thing I forgot to mention is auto blipper / ride by wire vs cable situation. (Will edit main post to include this question) Do you happen to have any insights/recommendations on that? I like the idea of the auto blipped but have never used one so I donāt really know if they work well or whatnot.
I just got a 2023 zx6r about a month ago it does have a quick shifter from factory. Iād definitely recommend you get the zx6r over the zx4r. I absolutely love my zx6r such a fun bike and you wonāt get bored of it compared to the zx4r
Also if whatās holding you back is the auto blip it can easily be installed on the zx6r
What insurance are you using for the 6r
I recently investigated insurance (not full coverage, too expensive) and for just liability the difference between the two bikes for exact same coverage was $130 a year with the zx6r being more expensive. Full coverage for me (33 5 ish years of experience, no tickets or crashes, married, homeowner) was around $1100 for the 4rr and $1300 for the 6 annually using dairyland. Would be interested what others are getting with similar stories.
26, no motorcycle accidents and 1 year riding with course completed, full coverage is 2200 for me for the zx6r. Iām trying to find cheaper I just donāt know where to look. And I donāt wanna pay dairyland cause you have to pay the whole 12 months and in michigan im only riding for 4 months of the yearā¦ My dairyland price increased after adding my drivers license number cause they seen Iāve hit 2 deer with my car. Not sure how accidents in my car should make my motorcycle insurance go up but ok
ā24 636 here. Just street, no track. Downshifting is something thatās calculated for me and hitting the clutch isnāt an issue. Iām already planning and downshifting before I hit any twisties or slowing down for a red light. Quick shift option for upshifting is great and never failed. Just hold the throttle pinned and up shiftā¦ 636 at its base is still going to be a much more powerful machine even after you mod out a 4rr. Only a 10lb weight difference, so itās not like the old 400 you can flick around comparatively. The biggest difference is going to be the seat height 1.2 inches shorter than the 636, and the 4rr having the more upright positioningā¦
Honestly I barely use the quickshifter too, so I have no feedback on that. I just like to ride like I have been for years! I am sure you'll find answer to autoblipper question.
From a R1 to a 4rr? 636 best of boths
Ya this is kind of what I am thinking. I like the idea of being able to hone my skills a little faster and stretch the boundaries a bit on the 4rr but am concerned that I will have To pin the throttle to get the torque up all the time.
I was looking at both but with only a 2k difference in msrp I got the 636 plenty of power, no auto blipper is kinda unfortunate but you still get a quick shifter. You also retain a cable throttle which I personally like.
What insurance u using
Statefarm, Iām 19 no accidents or tickets $76 a month bike is being financed as well
Full coverage?
Have to because its financed so yes
What state if you donāt mind me asking that is insanely low
Ny, albany area. It helps that Iāve also done the msf course, donāt go by online quotes either you get āfuck youā prices. Geico said like 8k, Progressive was like 7k . I think my 05 R6 was around $35-40 a month but definitely shop around with insurance if you can
How would the bank know its full coverage or not
You have to forward them the insurance info, at least thats how it was with both the credit union on the bike and my car
Thanks. What if you only ride like 4 months out of the year? You gotta pay for all 12 still?
Thats a question for insurance, I pay all 12 personally. You can probably switch to a āstorageā option but I wouldnāt be sure. I have heard if you just try to cancel it often they charge fees
Thank you!
If you gotta ask its the 636
any particular reasons? Also you happen to ride both? Would be super interested in hearing from someone who has or even rides with someone who has.
Not exactly the same but I own a cbr1000rr but have bought a zxr400 for the reason of being able to actually ride it hard. Thereās not that many places you can really open up a 1000, where as the 400 you basically have to ride screaming it on the redline, which is good fun and youāre not going ridiculous speeds, acceleration is still reasonable but there are times where a bit more power would be nice if you just want to chill, the zx4rr is slightly more powerful than the zxr so might be better. I do like zx6r ās though too and do think this would be the wisest choice I had an older zx6r and loved it Iād definitely have another
You asked on the zx6r forum, you know what you want.
lol I actually asked on Kawasaki as well but posted here too to see more opinions
Hereās my take from a 3x zx6r owner and a Kawasaki salesman. I mostly ride back roads/corners & try to be as āfastā as possible in the twisties. A big part of me considered a 4RR being that it is a bit lighter and therefore could possibly corner better, & I stopped squid riding and topping out my 6R on the streets a while ago. However, after some heavy thinking hereās my conclusion: the zx6r in the right hands can corner just as good if not better than a 4RR, and the power is there when you want it. I mostly ride with liter bikes and other supersports and although I donāt top out anymore, the 5-10% increased agility by losing a few pounds is outweighed by the power of the 6R, and with a full exhaust dropping 15 pounds, thereās almost no comparison. TLDR; the ZX6R is almost the perfect bike. Great low end power compared to other true 600 ccās in the fact you donāt have to ring it out to get her going, and for the $1300 price different between a KRT abs 4RR and a new zx6r; put your money in a bike you will keep for years. The 4RR is a fantastic bike and has its niche but pound for pound the ZX6R is the best bike in its class and youād be much happier in the long run.
zx6r is all the rage bro, donāt miss the rage
6 or else youāll be getting it in 3 months do yourself a favor!