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Video: 2009 Kawasaki ER-6n vs. Suzuki SV650 vs. Ducati Monster 696

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First rides & tests

14 January 2009 12:00

The previous Kawasaki ER-6n was a great bike and didn't need much improving, but Kawasaki has made a few tweaks.

The new revised version tested here has slightly changed fuelling, a revised chassis and slightly different looks. But how does it compare to its budget rivals, the Suzuki SV650 and Ducati Monster 696?

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rob8475 says

ER6

Nice to see some more footage/reviews of the 09 ER6. Should be picking up mine in a couple of weeks, so glad my choice has been vindicated! In fairness I would think the ER should be compared against the new Diversion or Gladius, (generally) considered first bikes at around the 4.5k mark. I would probably consider the Duke alongside the Street Triple and Shiver.

17 January 2009 19:28

drpblsays

696 Rules!

Just Listen to it!...Brings a smile to one's face...

17 January 2009 19:01

Tome12 says

Great review.

A great review, not stupidly expensive bikes (although they are great!), but bikes everyone can afford. Great for new and old riders alike.

Now for the faired versions?

16 January 2009 22:08

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iancolsays

ER-6n engine

There was some criticism of the engine in terms of excessive vibration (including stories of bits falling of due to it), which later reports suggested had been addressed on the model change. Adam Child seems to have missed this.

16 January 2009 12:41