An evolution of the 2007 Ninja ZX-6R, the 2009 model 6R takes the performance of its track-oriented predecessor to a higher level.

Development of the rider active package focused on offering riders more precise control.

Changes to engine and chassis for enhanced controllability result in a confidence-inspiring character that enables a calm assuredness as high-level riding is pursued.

And it is this ability to push harder - to be able to extract this bike's full potential - while firmly retaining control that makes the new Ninja ZX-6R so exciting to ride.

Chassis fine-tuning and increased mass centralisation result in lighter handling, making it even easier to tip this Six into corners.

Also contributing to the lighter handling is the new Ninja ZX-6R's leaner physique: both engine and chassis received a thorough going over to find places where weight could be reduced.

The bike's unflappable composure under braking better enables riders to focus on precise turn-in. The new Ninja ZX-6R features the first production-use of Showa's BPF (Big Piston Front fork).

The greater control over the initial part of the fork stroke, combined with Kawasaki's already potent triple petal disc brake package and highly effective slipper clutch, result in superb chassis stability when reducing speed on corner entry.

Engine development focused as much on controllability as performance gain. Throttle response is silky smooth, delivering precise control at all rpm.

While the high-rpm performance of the previous model is maintained, powerful mid-range torque means stronger, grin-inducing drive out of corners.

The very direct feel of the throttle facilitates minute mid-corner adjustments and combined with the increased mid-range performance, makes it easier for riders to maintain their rhythm when stringing corners together.

The precise control offered by engine and chassis is complemented by an intuitively natural rider interface and a high level of feedback that communicates to the rider what the bike is doing.

The result is a package where riders feel instantly at ease.

Highly confidence inspiring, the precise engine and chassis control offered by the new Ninja ZX-6R enables riders to maximise the excitement that comes from actively controlling a high-performance track-focused machine.