Going over a few details of the brand new Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636. PLEASE DISREGARD COMMENT REGARDING CLUTCHLESS DOWNSHIFTING. The 2024 has a cable throttle is KQS upshifting only. Follow me on Insta for a closer look! @Dav.Dic
@@nanocalderon1997 no it has traction control though if its like the older 2023, but there is nothing that will slip the clutch for you as that is completely manual. It will prevent the front wheel from lifting or spinning the rear though (I think any traction control does that) so in that regards its a near perfect launch, but for a true launch you still need to give throttle inputs while releasing the clutch (after that you can keep it full throttle)
@@nanocalderon1997 They are only upshift. It has a slipper clutch so if you do slam down gears incorrectly and without using the clutch its smoother and shouldn't be as easy to loose traction and wreck. Also note that on any bike (within the last 100 years) you don't need to use the clutch for up or down, you only need it for taking off from first gear and coming to a complete stop. Motorcycle transmissions are continuously meshing sequential transmissions, unlike cars (where you need to use the clutch, with exceptions), motorcycle transmissions don't actually need to use the clutch if you do it properly. Notice how none of the quick shifters have a way to move the clutch? That's because they don't. They only blip the throttle for downshifts (which you can do with your wrist), or they can cut ignition for upshifts (which you can also do by closing the throttle with your hand). Since the ZX-6R is mechanical cable, they only have upshift (cutting ignition), otherwise they'd need a servo or something to move the throttle cable.
the bike is sick. I love the new style, and the white and grey looks really good too. I've got a 2013 636 and I absolutely love it. I'm glad I don't need to replace it yet, but seeing this kind of makes me wish I needed to!!!
You are so lucky you already have it, I am hyped since the moment they announced it here in Europe. Coming to dealers in November 🫠 congrats on this beauty and thanks for the vids!
I'd like to see more on setting up the way the screen. Also a little tip. When I broke in my Kawasaki z 2022 I put a wrap around magnetic strip around the oil filter and when I change the filter (engine cold) before total oil change I got alot of metal particles out of the engine. Then I did a complete oil change/filter (engine hot)(Amzoil) i went from 48 mpg to 54 mpg and now 60 mpg.
@eathenedwardemon1989 lol, funny, I actually prefer the 23' over the 24' I just really like the new headlight and air ram intake design. Really wish I had the updated suspension and brembo brakes on my 23' as I'd feel alot better about my purchase😂
Nice that you can Access the drivers Seat and passenger Seat. With the 2013-2016 you could only Access the passenger Seat via Key and the driver seat you Had to dismount fairings
It’s aggressive for sure but I’ve been commuting on sport bikes for a while. 400 was more comfortable but this isn’t too bad IMO. Just gotta get used to it, definitely needs a new seat though.
To Open that Back compartment of the bike there is a key hole you can stick your key in and turn to pop it off. You can see it clearly on the left hand side at 4:05.
Thank you for the video. When I looked at kawi's website it says only quick up shifts but all the other bikes have up and down so I thought it would be impossible for them to just skip it on this bike. Glad you could clear that up.
Its only upshift, its easier to cut power electronically than it is to increase (blip throttle) when its cable throttle type. It does have a slipper clutch though so if you mess up manually blipping when downshifting without clutch its not a big deal. I've driven for over a decade without using clutch (except to take off from first or come to a stop) on older bikes up through new stuff, the way these sequential continuously meshing transmissions work means the clutch is not really needed so long as you unload the gear load when upshifting and blip up to rev match when downshifting (which is all those sensors do, but you can do it with your wrist really easy).
Got the same bike bro🤙 what’s your process for the break in period? I was recommended to keep it 4K rpm or less and I thought that’s crazy, I’ve kept it 9k rpm or less for the past 150 miles that I’ve put on the bike
@@matthewwalsh2943 Suspension needs to be setup correctly. Its a good band-aid, and I do wish it came with one, but its a band-aid for other issues. I really wish they had a professional setup option at the dealership, because even though the new models top out at 150 mph (the gearing is too low for top speed, but nice for acceleration), and I do sometimes worry about it for those higher speeds in case you go over some tar snakes or lots of holes in the road in rapid succession. So far its been really stable, but I do think my suspension is WAY off (I'm the weight of a human twig, and it feels way too stiff and I don't think I'm close to using 80% of the shocks however I have custom fork socks/fork boots on it so I can't put a zip tie around them to really tell).
Do your ankles and right above get hot to were it turns it red? Cause mine is blowing out some crazy heat on both sides at the ankles and non one can tell me why
Kawasaki website clearly says quickshifter is just upshifts (download the spec sheet), you'll destroy your gearbox if you downshift without clutch on this bike. Onboard system matches the revs for downshifts for you through ride by wire system, since there's no ride by wire on this bike but conventional throttle cable, there's no way this has auto blip. But keep the videos coming 🙌 can't wait to preorder my own.
It’s the slipper clutch system that helps with downshifts off the throttle without using the clutch. Thank you for watching! I’m trying to learn as much as I can quickly to put out videos, trying to be as accurate as I can be but the info is limited on these.
@@DavesMotorCars slipper clutch won't allow you clutchless downshifts, it'll just avoid locking the rear wheel when you shift down on higher revs, the gear change itself has to be with a clutch engaged so that the clutch can match the engine speed for a smoother gear shift. You might wanna clear this up with the dealership.
@@DavesMotorCars correct. All zx6r lineup since the introduction of the 2019 and up with quickshifter are clutchless upshifting only. The technique you’re using is well known to clutchless downshifting/upshifting where you let off the throttle and blip it just as soon you do that, it disrupt the clutch plate and gears just enough to easily switch down the gear. The true quickshift and autoblip is control by the shifter module and drive by wire to cut engine at the right milliseconds to allow the gear to shift into place. Autoblip as the name implies, does engine revmatching for downshift to give that smooth gear transition. Slipper clutch is a technology to help ease in the abrupt clutch and gearing during shift and accidental shifting. This will prevent the rear wheel from abrupt wheel spin. ABS is to prevent wheel lockup, slipper clutch is to prevent wheel spin up. Don’t damage your gearing with improper clutchless downshifting. Good luck and welcome to the zx-gang!
@@TKLMotoVlog this is correct and should be the knowledge, I owned the 2021 zx6r, quickshifter (upshift only), you can do clutch-less downshift but this is with me letting off the throttle and downsifht + blip with my hand, at the same time, so it's not autoblip. If you need to downshift on zx6r simple answer; gotta do it the traditional way unless you learn how to shift without the clutch which is advanced skills and that's on a different topic.
Idk man i think the digital display looks cleaner. If i was at the dealer and they only had the 2023 analog ones I’d be super cool with it. No effect on riding for me 🤷♂️
I bet there's all the ingredients for a usb socket under that rear seat if you're interested. Its in a little rubber boot, and has a pair of wires that goes to nothing. A little black cap on it. Any of the 2-wire, weatherproof sockets on you-know-where-azon will work. The little cough it gives with KQS, mid-throttle, from like 2nd to 3rd is tremendous. Very subtle, and doesn't do it perfectly every time. You might not hear it if you're not riding the bike. A little puff.
Nice video! Any idea when this bike will be launched in India? I plan on Booking the Ninja 650 2023 in a couple of weeks but I'm more inclined towards the ZX-6R now. I don't mind waiting for this if it releases this year.
Both look cool IMO and great bikes no doubt, but I read that the 2023 has a little more power by default/stock, as the 2024 was reduced a bit for emissions requirements, possibly 2023: 127 hp 52 torque vs 2024: 122 hp, 52 torque. Close enough though.
I find the analogue tachometer better to be honest. My last bike had a TFT screen and although at first it was a cool novelty, it wasn't as responsive as an analogue system (had a slight lag/delay) and was impossible to see in bright sunlight.
Was semi mad too that I could have has a newer year also... buuut, I'd rather have 6 more stock HP and less emissions holding her back lol. And by luck I got the 23. Eventually I'm going to do exhaust on it and tune, but for now and it's original year of warranty I'm keeping her stock. They run GREAT stock, only need a tune to race people and hit top speeds, for what I do, this bike is PERFECT the way it is out of showroom for me
Interesting how the front fender doesn't have a bolt in the top hole on both sides. (Edit, I see you removed the reflector from this area and have yet to find replacement bolts.) The Ninja 400s all came with a toolkit, in the same spot you've folded your manual under the rider seat. Perhaps the dealer removed yours or forgot to replace it after setting the bike up for the first time.
If that is true for auto blipper they moved from cable actuated throttle to ride by wire. Otherwise it would be impossible. Here in Europe they do not mention it for 2024 model, they say only QS up like on mine (2019).
Can you fo a detailed video on the Kawasaki app. Getting messages, do it show on the dash, does it show what song you're playing, can you skip song etc. What are the limitations of the app on the bike.
The 2023 is pretty responsive, and I mean that in every way possible. Almost bucked me off while I was adjusting my backpack (one hand on the bars, when it accelerated more than I did pulling my throttle hand back which meant it it turned right leaning left, then I bounced back and forth cutting the throttle on and off getting bucked around because I wasn't gripping the tank enough), its got more torque than small bikes and inline 4 engines have a lot of engine braking, so it will be jerky if you are not smooth on the throttle. At very low throttle (just as its engaging) is when its the worst, and I was probably bouncing between 0 and 5% throttle. It doesn't take long to get used to, and its not very bad, it just isn't like a 250 where you can whack the throttle open and nothing happens, then close the throttle and barely anything happens. Also the cables from the dealership they had adjusted to spec but the 4mm of twist slop almost caused me to wipe out, I readjusted to about 2mm wiggle which helped a lot (I'm used to very tight throttles). It certainly has a lot more torque than small engines, but its really not a big deal, just slowly roll on the power (unless you're doing wheelies or something)
@@jakegarrett8109 thanks for the input, yeah, on/off throttle which u referred to as the first 5% is what I care about a lot. On my 400, I would never go to first gear for tight turns cuz when I want to get back on the throttle while leaned over, unless I feather the clutch, it is not smooth and that's when u wanna be as smooth as possible. My 23 Ducati Monster does not have this issue, so I can easily go to first and get on throttle while leaning over.
only a couple minor changes really. I had that TFT display on my Z900 and it was cool at first. That is the exact reason I bought the 23 model last week instead of the 24. I do absolutely love the new colors and the projector headlights though. Great choice in colors bro! Also go ahead and throw it in sport mode as the legit only difference is traction control is on level 1 instead of level 2 on road mode. Ride Safe!!
Could just get the 2023 model. Unfortunately its geared a little slow (I only saw 150.3 mph GPS at roughly 16k rpm 6th gear with indicated 160 on the dash), but it severely cuts power after 14.5k rpm. In an ideal world, I believe you'd want to go with 18 tooth front instead of 15 tooth for absolute top speed (I think older ones did 160 mph GPS, which according to my calculations is 16t front which perfectly matches the specs), however, its peak power is at 13,500 rpm which if you put a 18t/43t sprocket setup that would be perfect for 160 at that speed and might go a couple mph faster (though first gear would go up to like 97 mph which is ridiculous and you would loose acceleration)
thats a big jump tbh, triple the HP, you better ride it at low rpms for the first year because once you go above 10k it will pull unlike anything you expirienced this far, especially with no IMU to keep you safe.
@@iNFiN3 Probably sooner than that. I had a 250cc making 15 HP for about half my life, but after about 1500 miles I started opening up the ZX-6R (got about 2k miles in 2 months with it), and its feeling slow now since I've gotten used to it (by slow, I mean at the top end a 1000cc would be nice, but realistic for street its PROBABLY good it tops out at 150 mph...) The 60 to 120 time is about 7 seconds, and with 15t/43t it basically tops out at 150 mph GPS (160 will be indicated on dash at what looks like 16k rpm but I've seen 162 on the dash before so it must be like 15.9k rpm at 150.3 mph true GPS speed). That said, you have to be VERY selective where you open it up, because you can't just go doing that anywhere, some deer is going to run in front or some car is going to pull out of nowhere. The limit will be however fast you can slow down to a stop (and how long it takes for a deer to get to the road sprinting from the trees)
I will note, I have the 2023 model with 2 power modes, and 3 traction control modes. The first 1200 miles I was very thankful for low power mode helping ease me into it (and I rarely exceeded 4k rpm in 6th gear which is like 40 mph since that's the break in period for the first 400-600 miles). Also today it was raining, so I actually used the traction control mode and you can tell when it kicks in (its very nice and smooth, not that wheel spin is a big deal if you're used to off-road play, but its nice so it keeps it tame and settles it down on rainy wet roads if you give it a touch too much throttle or shift slightly wrong, makes it much more forgiving)
If you do track or highwaypulls maybe. Undeniably the ZX6R is a better bike but a 600's are just boring on the road. Ok it can go fast and stuff but it's more fun to ACTUALLY hit the revlimiter and use the gearbox in daily use, rather than having to find a good road to actually get out of 1st and 2nd for once.
Was thinking about chopping in ninja 1000sx and as beautiful as this bike is it’s the cable throttle that puts me off. Had it on my ninja 650 and once I had ride by wire I won’t look back. Also bike looks small like the Ducati supersport. Think I’ll just get another 1000sx and aim for a zx10r down the line.
Is it getting supercharged engine? I am planning to buy one now and I am very confused whether I should wait till 2024 upgrade or buy one now...Please suggest me Love from india
@@RoyalInfratech-pr6vn ZX-10R will never be supercharged, if you want a supercharger then go for Ninja H2R because it’s still available in India, the standard H2 is out of production except for US, Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia and few more countries
ZX-10R has already been refresh/has a new design since 2021 so no new look/upgrades for 2024 (2012-2020 same design 2021 new design). Problably just new colorways i think.
Same with mine I got lucky . They called me when it was still in the crate and they called two other guys and they didn’t answer I was the next lucky calller lol.
I started to look at moto since i wanna be back on 2 wheel, sporty big engine they’re not fit for city driving so no, looked at naked but 1000cc naked also too powerful and too much vibration and wind at high speed…in the end after watching video all over i think this will be my take..good priced, lots power, good on gas still, light for city and commute..the best basically
