2019 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Review: Ownership Experience | What is It Like To Live With?

[@PetroHead]

Everyone needs to chill about the brush.. the bike had 15k miles on the ODO and came looking like that. Owner is my buddy and was very happy I washed it... That said.. all future comments about washing the bike with brush will be deleted. Otherwise, thank you for commenting! 👍

[@thefeistywombat]

🤣😂

[@WhyHaveLimits]

@PetroHead All the people complaining about the brush get ripped off by a "professional detailer" who uses the same brush

[@PetroHead]

Haha so true! 😆 😂

[@monkmoto1887]

Brush

[@DownHillSkateTime]

@@WhyHaveLimits no. Any detailer worth their weight in soap will tell you they don't touch stuff like this with a brush. I started cringing when he started dumping water all over it, we dry clean our bikes..

[@JDWhittaker2]

I cried a little when you started rubbing that big old brush all over that nice paint work 😱

[@PetroHead]

No bikes were harmed in the making of this film 😁

[@asianboyyy117]

Dude same. You just put so many micro scratches on your paint!!!! Never do that again!!!!! Wtf. Not trying to offend you but learn how to clean and detail at home before you go use a 🧹 broom 🧹 on your bike. My heart. My little detailing heart. Ouchie smhmyhead

[@surfman7076]

My thoughts exactly! It hurt my feelings

[@bryanpac7789]

What a bunch of babies. You guys probably change your oil every 3k miles 😂

[@asianboyyy117]

@@bryanpac7789 wazzzaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa

[@supafly208]

I've had this bike for a month and aaaaabsolutely love it. Incredibly fun, every gear feels good, I never feel like it needs more power.

[@PetroHead]

Enjoy it! 🤟

[@chalkdemon8019]

Can you adjust your clutch? Is it really tight like Petrohead said?

[@supafly208]

@@chalkdemon8019 don't think you can adjust the amount of pressure needed to pull the lever. It's a little tight compared to other bikes, but it's not bad at all. My buddy and I swap bikes from time to time (he has a Honda CBR650R) and he can transition to it without issues. He says that you can the tell the bike is performance driven. Everything is tight, snug, harsh, etc. I love this bike.

[@johnarzaga8809]

I have a 2019 Zx6r as a first bike and so far it’s been awesome

[@omegapsi847]

hello! how long can you drive on the zx6r until it starts to be uncomfortable and where does it hurt first? wrist, back or other body parts? thx!

[@rhymenepnep2262]

@@omegapsi847 different for everyone, I ride my friends R6 rn while I’m saving for my own bike and I’ll be good until like the 2, 2 and a half hour mark without discomfort but he can go for like 6 hours. I’m 5,9 280 pounds and he’s 6,3 195ish

[@vivimu]

@@omegapsi847 if you're in shape your ass is what hurts riding these bikes you don't put weight on your wrists you use your core muscles to keep yourself in position

[@eduardocamacho5583]

Should I get it as my first bike ?

[@vivimu]

@@eduardocamacho5583 probably not

[@sekinchance5186]

The ZX6r is my dream bike. I really appreciate someone owning a ducati appreciating just good bikes

[@PetroHead]

Which should I buy.. Kawasaki ZX6R or Yamaha R6? Comment down below...

[@venka4921]

6r

[@MrSnoopysatis]

zx6r

[@davidyuen877]

Kawasaki!

[@pauly1k]

If those are your choices, zx6r. I'd enjoy seeing a daytona 675r on this channel though

[@MrSnoopysatis]

Pauly1k it will be very difficult to find one

[@kikobruni]

What an amazing and emotional video!!! I could almost feel the excitemente you were feeling riding this amazing bike!!! Keep up the good work!!! Greetings from Brazil!!!

[@PetroHead]

Thanks man.. glad you enjoyed it 🤘

[@kikobruni]

@@PetroHead I enjoyed it a lot!!! You are a KZbin star on the making!!!

[@pixelzpusher]

I own a 2009 ZX-6R and 2017 Z900. Kawasaki has always made ultra smooth engines. Even being 10 years old, my ZX-6R holds a very good line and the ultra smooth engine adds to the experience of carving the canyon roads.

[@QuickRipzz]

I have a z900 and want a zx6r 636 eventually. How do you compare the two?

[@baron_von_noob3117]

Don't use a pressure wash to clean the bike, it's not good for the paint work and it sprays the lubricants off your chain and bearings. Only wash your bike by hand with a microfiber glove or something. And a bike is so small it takes like 15 minutes.

[@progste]

1:34 RIP gloves

[@LucianTheSeeker]

I bought my first superbike in my life recently and I choose 6R. This video helps me a lot before I decide which one to bought. Thanks.

[@blok729]

Be safe out there

[@abdo19code]

"look how beautiful this gorgeous 2019 zx6 is now..." *montage of scratched up fairing closeups*

[@PetroHead]

Relax.. Its got 16K miles. Wear & tear is normal doesn't make it less beautiful.

[@Colby.1186]

Love the video! Really off topic but u drove right by my house in Cardiff and just hopefully I can run into ya in real life. U seem like such a cool dude. Buying my first bike in 3 days

[@PetroHead]

Nice bro! Ride in good health.. and maybe we will meet one day 😉

[@notnot5996]

Bro same here! I live in Cardiff and wash my bike there! Did you end up getting a bike?

[@putocheeze]

love the 80s music vibe.

[@MrKanishq]

What’s the track name?

[@deesnutz42069]

title: ownership experience actual content: borrowing experience

[@PetroHead]

I had it for 7 days, I rode it 400-500 miles, washed it, cleaned lubed chain.. parked it in my house.. did a bunch of cool videos.. it was an ownership experience..

[@Gabe-zz5gw]

Nice vid! I'm 19 and within the last three days I've decided I'm going to get a bike within the next two years. I'm starting to really like the zx-6r the more I see it

[@PetroHead]

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[@Gabe-zz5gw]

@@PetroHead Thanks for the wisdom!

[@PetroHead]

Anytime!

[@albylowe6688]

did you get one? got mine yesterday ;)

[@worldsworstgamer9386]

Same here man I’m 19 and working my way up to buy one of these. New to the bike scene too. Can’t wait to see what it has in store for me

[@matthewblunderbuss4545]

Might be buying a used one in a few days. It's a bit over priced but options in my area are lacking since it's riding season. Love the review.

[@justhesolution]

I absolutely love the gray color

[@texquin]

I have that same exact bike with the Yoshi! My favorite bike ever….used to have CBR 600RR and it felt like a tank in comparison. Great video!

[@nealamesbury1480]

Tall bike ! Even with stock exhaust,sounds fantastic.nice review !

[@sportbikemike]

Big fan man...keep it up..I love my zx6r

[@jordanlang2]

Awesome video! Helped me decide to buy the 2021 zx6r KRT! Also please dont forget the exhaust plug next time when washing! Can absolutely wreck your motor getting water down in there

[@PetroHead]

Thank you.. People always leave their bikes out when it rains.

[@jordanlang2]

@@PetroHead that's actually something I never thought about haha. Probably fine then as long as you don't blast it in there 🤣

[@aeror115]

Man I like both r6 and 636 it’s a Hard decision! but I think we should wait just a little bit for the aprilia rs660... may this bike is going to be interesting for the 600cc class too! At the moment the 636 would be my first choice Have a great weekend buddy

[@PetroHead]

You have a point! Thanks. 😉

[@diamondheat9]

The RS660 doesn't compete against other 600cc bikes. It puts out 100ish hp and even being lighter it still has a lower power to weight ratio to all the other 600 bikes.

[@PetroHead]

@@diamondheat9 My F900R is 465lbs wet with 100hp... It is very exciting to ride. The RS660 will weigh less than 400 wet and 100hp... with all the electronic aids and quick up/down shifter.. it should be seriously quick! yes, its less power but as I've been learning with the Kawi 636 lately... big power is overrated on the street.

[@bng2679]

Biggest problem with rs660 is the suspension and the price. I want a bike that I can track with. If I spend additional 2500 - 3000 on suspension upgrade then it could easily be 14000/14500 for a 650 grade street bike. Plus I don’t need that much electronic for a sub-100hp bike.

[@blainehouser4354]

Great Content! Need More!

[@samp6512]

Amazing sound, love it!

[@PetroHead]

Yep... The sound is 🔥

[@Nobody-vr5nl]

My 636 is my first sport bike. I love it. Si much fun and I think I'm tame

[@j.vosier6786]

Same here

[@csaimol7066]

This colour is unique

[@abovewongart]

That car in front of you was going pretty fast

[@CaptainCandycorn]

I just got back from a ride up to oceansidefrom torrey pines on my SV and this video popped up. I thought I recognized that beautiful road!

[@PetroHead]

Thanks for stopping by.. lots of content with nice roads to discover on the channel. Enjoy!

[@MattieXMoto]

I just tested the zx6r KRT color yesterday at a Kawasaki Good Times demo day. Sweet engine. Coming from ninja 400 i felt the ride position was super aggressive. I would be interested to compare to a Panigale v2/959

[@PetroHead]

Panigale bikes are the most aggressive sport bikes.. this is because they are first and foremost.. race bikes.. ZX6R is a baby compared to it.. I can ride it all day lol

[@_death_3047]

A lot of nice mountains to ride on the east coast. 😉

[@PetroHead]

Yea, we're lucky to have nice scenic riding / driving roads here.

[@FuzedBox]

HWY 19/129 life!

[@robscherer]

Bike is legitimately sexy, one of my dream bikes in that exact color combo! What jacket and gloves are you rocking? Solid video!

[@PetroHead]

Dianese.. plan to make a gear video one of these days.

[@robscherer]

@@PetroHead yeah haha sorry I meant which dianese jacket and which dianese leather gauntlet gloves, they seem to fit together nicely 👍

[@MPP44]

Just curious, why do zx6r make like a supercharge wind up sound when reving or take off? (Been looking at exhaust sounds and all of them have this distinct sound)

[@VitoGambino704]

Get an m4

[@flagelainurmouf]

@@VitoGambino704 Couldn't agree more there. I got the M4 Tech 1 Carbon Exhaust and goodness gracious I have never loved a sound more than that. The Austin Racing sound is a close second though!

[@otarsulava]

How many miles per gallon (MPG) you get on this zx6r? Thanks...

[@DavidMiller-ct8ds]

I’ve had mine for a year. 48+

[@ZVManning]

Hard to find that color way for cheap. Cheaper anyway but damn I like that color

[@350zKiller]

Idk why people are upset about a brush if it works for a car then it will work on the bike and cry me a river about micro scratches especially when I’ve never had issues with that and it’s not like all of your bikes are 100% scratch free.

[@PetroHead]

These people are better trolls than they are riders. I ignored them a long time ago.

[@350zKiller]

@@PetroHead shit I would to tbh I just don’t see the issue or why you want to make washing something harder on your self and more time consuming when you got a life and things to do. Anyway nice video btw appreciated it been looking at these for a little while now, tho did you ever have any reliability experiences with the bike and or is the maintenance cost high? Just curious coming from a 400

[@PetroHead]

It’s a jap bike. They are perfect. Buy one.

[@Zckerby]

Such a beautiful bike

[@VitoGambino704]

I got the 2020 and the M4 gp is the way to go IMO sounds a lot better

[@VitoGambino704]

Is this bike flashed?

[@tkurban]

im getting the full system from graves. and moore mafia ecu flash

[@VitoGambino704]

@@tkurban hahaa that’s crazy I got my bike flashed from Moore mafia 7 months ago. Deff made a big diff on my bike but you should 100% get the dyno tune with it cuz I mailed my ecu

[@phoenixarizona8441]

My son has the same bike if you are a normal wheelie rider change the oil pan to a Extended oil pickup pan my should be the first mod other than exhaust

[@JuanQuinones-ko5kl]

NOT A 600! I owned one RESPECT THE 636!

[@stylez521]

I think jarett campisi goes to the same car wash as you. a collab would be cool he likes cars and bikes, you like cars and bikes. Maybe you can try reach out for a collab and let him try one of your cars or bikes :P that would be awesome for your channel if it happened. One can only speculate

[@PetroHead]

Damn, well Jaret Campisi's channel is on another level.. for someone to recommend me collaborating with him is a compliment. 🙏 Like you said, one can only speculate... lets see what the future holds! Stay tuned my dude. 🤘

[@stylez521]

I'm from Australia by the way :P Thought i'd let you know since I'll be here for your youtube journey and you'll defs see me again haha

[@PetroHead]

@@stylez521 Thanks my man.. good to have you here! 🤘

[@MrJbedo]

Unfortunately no one has the destroyer grey for sale near me 🥺.

[@putvogel25]

nice video, made me smile

[@PetroHead]

I wish I had the same affect on Woman 😁

[@putvogel25]

@@PetroHead Learn women, like the bikes ;-) (gentle and with respect, they will give a hell of a ride back).

[@trailblazeratv6306]

I want one 636 💥

[@yowboichickoy7125]

A louder bike is a safer one they say. I love the exhaust on that bike man but it could've been cooler if they were louder

[@PetroHead]

You can make it as loud as you like 👍

[@yowboichickoy7125]

Thanks man. I appreciate it

[@erizsharper]

Can you make a comparison between the 1 gen before the 2019 compared to the 2019? Thank you sirr

[@brianpreval5602]

the zx6 has a slipper/assist clutch so should be easier than other clutches!!

[@blok729]

Good video

[@ruled216]

new subs here... proly my 2nd bike!

[@Jmeez69]

Question guys. I have a '19 zx6r.... Do you guys prefer the red or green fork caps of before? or the more classic look of the silver fork caps. I want green ones!

[@hellraiserrec19]

I got the 2021 pearl white with green accents. Green fork caps would be dope

[@Cbrmansc77]

Try pulling the clutch on a ebr1190rx and let me know what is more uncomfortable

[@jimclayron417]

Let’s if it my dudes? What😂

[@TwizzTasty]

Oof. The brush 😳

[@fuzzypic]

I have the bmw r nine t pure and I am thinking about replacing it with bmw f900r or this kawasaki......which one one would you pick?

[@PetroHead]

Way different bikes man.. but my choice would be the ZX6R

[@fuzzypic]

PetroHead thanks! That's what I am thinking as well👍

[@montiz333]

To any viewers dont wash your bike like this... Power washers get water in places that it normally wouldnt get to, those brushes scratch paint too. Other than that nice bike I'm between this and a RS660

[@PetroHead]

In that case, don't ride your bike in the rain either.

[@montiz333]

@@PetroHead rain and pressurized water/soap are not the same bro.

[@PetroHead]

I'm amused by all the comment experts in this post about washing, brushing, etc.. I mean seriously.. most people never even applied a coat of wax in their entire life and yet get bent over shape lol

[@skardy8_fpvakabradlee881]

What gloves and jacket you rocking? That a 2 piece suit?

[@PetroHead]

Links for my gear are in the description.

[@fawkem8622]

The clutch on my 2016 636 is not hard at all. If anything I’d prefer it a little stiffer.

[@PetroHead]

Yea after a week it’s not so bad.. I did mention that I’d come back on it.

[@DavidMiller-ct8ds]

Thought tat was a strange comment too. But then I haven’t ridden his bikes.

[@shujayethossain6554]

Is it a good buy for a beginner?

[@PetroHead]

Search for R6 and ZX6R and read the titles and watch them

[@mustafadincr1521]

I have motor 2019 Kawasaki xz6. Does the glass of the model 2017, suit it?

[@northparkanita3152]

What canyon rd were u riding on want to take a spin on it looks fun

[@PetroHead]

I think that was somewhere around elfin forest.. been a long time don’t remember exactly.

[@2cool0]

where do you live? it looks so different for california?

[@tocengking4876]

Both of my wife left me..I guess I'm getting zx6r then..

[@makawskie]

Does it have stock steering damper from factory?

[@CarlosRomero-jb4si]

How many mpg are you getting?

[@melfrank985]

Passing on the right shoulder? 🤔

[@malikcampbell7397]

Is the KRT edition the only one with ABS?

[@LC-yo3bj]

bro lol you're funny as fuck, subscribed

[@Faithlovehappy2316]

Nice

[@omegapsi847]

hello! how long can you drive on the zx6r until it starts to be uncomfortable and where does it hurt first? wrist, back or other body parts? thx!

[@PetroHead]

That’s difficult to answer.. but I rode it 400 miles in one week and it didn’t bother me much. It all depends on you..

[@eduardocamacho5583]

Would anyone recommend this as my first motorcycle? I’m looking to get one

[@PetroHead]

Or as I always tell people.. 400 > 600 > 1000 (1000 is stupid for streets.. it’s why I don’t own one)

[@hellraiserrec19]

One of my favorite bikes I owned was a Ninja 300. It was a lot of fun to go through the gears around the city. Small bikes for city riding are a blast. I miss that little guy

[@johnnymoua5424]

Have u taken it long distance is it comfy???

[@PetroHead]

No super sport is comfy but I rode it for the whole week (400+ miles) and I still have my back so 🤷

[@johnnymoua5424]

If u were to take it out on long trip would u haha??

[@johnnymoua5424]

I’m looking into a bike debatin between this n the r7 lol

[@PetroHead]

Frequent stops and it’s doable but don’t think you can take an ADV style trip for hours of riding.. it’s not that kinda bike..

[@johnnymoua5424]

Have u driven the ninja 1000sx before lol

[@richardrios2925]

It has 636cc’s R6 has 599cc’s It sets itself apart by 36cc’s .... I mean this is just basic math

[@jaycardona3492]

🤣

[@SUPERBOSss]

very very cool nice to meet you

[@chalkdemon8019]

Would someone recommend this as a second bike?

[@PetroHead]

yes

[@gmakcon]

Lol 91 is the good juice? In Australia 91 is the minimum, 95 and 98 are the good stuff

[@PetroHead]

Wallaby

[@Iwasthewalrus]

THE BRUSH?! NOOOOO

[@notnot5996]

636 - 599 = 37 my g, not 36.

[@xuhan4682]

its 37 hp man. You missed an entire horse!

[@PetroHead]

Not sure if I understand you. 🤷

[@xuhan4682]

@@PetroHead the zx6r is 37hp more than r6. you said 36.

[@PetroHead]

@@xuhan4682 Actually, that's not correct at all... the 2020 R6 is 117hp and 636 is 127 so its only a 10hp difference. However, the R6 is 10lbs lighter so all-in-all there really isn't a big noticeable difference.

[@xuhan4682]

@@PetroHead my bad. I mean to say cc. not hp.

[@xuhan4682]

@@PetroHead And so you did not miss count one house worth of power. You miss counted an entire cc. And It was meant to be a joke, dont get offensive. I just want to joke about the little error as 636-599=37.

[@ImpalaSS08]

Someone please show this Doofus how to wash a motorcycle. Nevermind, the sticker explains it all. Lol!!!

[@mdjabedmiah1128]

All we saw is your point of view not your bike

[@PetroHead]

Its an ownership experience review. Maybe search for a walk around if you don't want that.

[@mdjabedmiah1128]

@@PetroHead yeh it's only me who just saw your p.o.v and others were watching your a$$ right? 😀👍

[@Echo4Yankee]

Who the F washes their bike at a car wash!!?

[@muhibbualii4580]

Did I hear Kenyans anywhere 😅

[@dippingsauce6846]

Get out of Cali while u still can bro I moved out 9 months ago and here in Tennessee it’s basically a free state 😂

[@PetroHead]

I’m considering TX. Homes are 1/3 the cost.

[@justmerj7626]

I live right next door in MS! Thinking of getting the 2019 zx6r as my first bike! Hopefully insurance is affordable for this bike.

[@stevenmata4608]

PetroHead i recommend San Antonio/Austin area. Don’t come to Houston. There’s no hills or canyons around here and difficult to find good fun routes.

[@PetroHead]

I was In Austin for 10 days.. also went to Dallas.. if I move to TX.. it’s gonna be Austin.

[@user-te1uj3qx3i]

Кавасраки 😂

[@miguelhernandez5393]

What is the maximum speed of this motorcycle can go ? I’m wishing one of this so bad 😭

[@Git_Dat_Motivation]

Hooligan how much is that in freedom units?

[@DavidMiller-ct8ds]

It’s roughly 10 mph per 1000 revs. Equates to a possible 160 mph if you’re that way inclined.