Used Motorcycles: Kawasaki ER-6n buyers guide
By RiDE -
17 February 2009 17:30
Price new: £4300
Engine: 649cc, 8v, dohc parallel-twin, l/c
Power: 71bhp
Top speed: 125mph
Weight: 200kg (wet)
It's a relative newcomer, but Kawasaki's small, slender middleweight has won many fans, proving that novice-friendly middleweights don't have to be dull. Its quirky looks now seem mainstream- but the performance of that ZX-12R-derived parallel twin is hardy run of the mill.
The 649cc motor is essentially half the engine of Kawasaki's inline four hypersports bike and it still has plenty of low-down pull. The handling is light, precise and rewarding.
We've heard of a few bikes overheating easily due to faulty thermostats, so when checking a bike, let it idle for a bit to see if the temperature warning light comes on. Rear suspension preload adjusters have a tendancy to seize if they're not kept clean.
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RiDER Power 2008 verdict |
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Build quality |
4/5 |
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Maintenance |
4/5 |
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Reliability |
4/5 |
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Running costs |
4/5 |
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OVERALL |
78.27 |
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