Pre-Break-In First Impressions | 2025 Kawasaki ZX-6R

[@PetroHead]

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[@thematrix215]

Idk what’s better, the bike or that gorgeous place you are riding in

[@cocky_potato]

Speaking of quality of life: it also has a fuel gauge, as opposed to the brand new Honda CBR600RR (yes, even the updated one we get here in Europe, not the fossil you guys have in US) 😅⛽️

[@RaulH43]

These bikes are meant to be rided without thinking in how much gas is left in the tank. In the brand new european 600rr, You get the warning when you have 50km left. So not a big deal. Also these gauges are not very exact, depending on the riding style you are doing at an exact moment you will get more or less.

[@PetroHead]

The gauge is useless. I’ll touch on this in my full review.

[@24james]

Socialism sucks…and lane splitting in California will always rule👍🏽🏝️

[@PetroHead]

Two truths!

[@mattmadden3716]

I remember riding my buddy’s ZX6. It was just like my R1 with half the power. I know there’s not a huge difference in 1/4 mile times but it sure feels different, thrust wise.

[@Noony79]

It’s all about the Thrust :/

[@jordanwhite2904]

I just got mine ! I’m extra happy with it !!

[@howardyarnold3133]

Beautiful lookin ZX-6R. Quick light i think the Kwak made the last the best. Love it..❤

[@PetroHead]

I totally agree!

[@Niobium23]

Awesome bike!!! Looks terrific! 🥷🏽🐉🦾💚

[@hectik_commo2165]

Id love to hear how the zx6r compares to the r9

[@Backtothehat]

4:10 I was wondering what your thoughts were on the previous gen vs. the current model. Perhaps when you do the full review, you can give us more detail on your decision. Like, do you prefer the new dash vs the analog? The new front end vs. the previous gen, etc. looking forward to the full review!

[@PetroHead]

Definitely. More to come in the full review. I just need to get to know the bike more by putting on the miles and after some hard riding, I'll talk about this as well.

[@BillyCross-d5v]

Great video , and bike . Keep up the great work your channel is the best 👍👍👍

[@PetroHead]

Thanks, will do!

[@gertjanweststrate7267]

Beauty! I love that 636 engine, so smooth. When you rev it up that sound and feeling simply love it. Congrats with the new Kawa🎉. As you said the quick shifter is a bummer. That made my choice for the CBR600RR. amongst other gadgets 😅. Hope you have a lot of fun and safe miles. Grtz your 🇾🇪fan.

[@PetroHead]

CBR600RR comes with quick up and down? sick! Its too bad we have the old gen here in the states..

[@USJFKSWGA]

We literally have a 2013 CBR600 selling as a 2025 in the states

[@gertjanweststrate7267]

@@PetroHead yeah, it is fully loaded, except cruise-control.

[@gabrieltiso8537]

So many good surfing beaches right there! That's north county SD. Thanks for the great review

[@PetroHead]

It’s San Diego.

[@OneZoNinja]

In 2021 I paid 10,199 for the ABS Kawasaki Ninja Zx6r in cash and rode out the dealership. I cannot believe how much the price jumped up on these the very next year. You wanna talk about getting a good deal.

[@PetroHead]

Bro I know that’s nuts. These bikes were 8999 base sometime in 2020 when I was buying my R6… inflation is a terrible thing.

[@naception]

Yamaha r9 sounds like a vacuum cleaner. I just cant. Im keeping my 2024 zx6r

[@PetroHead]

vacuum cleaners are usually the single and twin engines... triples sound glorious when you add an exhaust which most sporty riders do anyway.

[@seethingsclearlyawaken3424]

The zx6 is a great starter bike or girl's bike. It wont break down.

[@PetroHead]

For context: this guy commented on another video about buying a ZX-10 as his first bike at 70. Don’t listen to him-imagine his opinions on others’ choices when he was 25! He’s new here and doesn’t know my bike history. Lol

[@hoodprep09]

14 days? Is that new? I moved away from cali in 2023 and coming back and never had a prob with insurance delay. Thats wild as hell if thats the standard now😢

[@PetroHead]

I have AAA.. it may have been a gay move on them. TBH not sure but they told me it’s CA rules not sure who to believe

[@sugarrfree]

Easily one of the best sports bikes on the road/track out there

[@IskandarZulkarnain-j8d]

the fact that this bike is made in country and yall getting it first got me fuming lmaoo

[@theincrediblesulk5543]

As you say the ergonomics are excellent can you say what your height and leg inseam are to see how comparable your experience is ? Also what MPG is she given you Thanks

[@PetroHead]

I’m 5’6 and she gets between 34-46 mpg… will talk in depth in my full review.

[@Jacob99174]

Yes

[@EJ-ye7wg]

If it’s possible to turn the fish eye off, it would do more justice. Idk if that’s possible though bc most all videos have that fish eye distortion. Love the buns. I can’t complain bc at least I can get a pretty good idea of How it looks 👍

[@PetroHead]

Sorry no idea.. buns?

[@theincrediblesulk5543]

How do you rate it compared to your Street RS?

[@PetroHead]

Both amazing… can’t go wrong. Would love to own another one. I only buy the top tier upper echelon bikes.

[@tyyoung7625]

I know taste is subjective, but what are your thoughts on the GSX-R 600/750? Was either of the Suzuki options a contender? Yes, 600/750 GSX-R's are effectively unbridled and devoid of rider aides. Are you just more a fan of the R6/R9 and the 636? Awesome vid, as usual.

[@PetroHead]

I like a modern looking motorcycle with an old school engine / vibe and the ZX6R gives me that. The R9 will be something only comparable to a Daytona 765 which I already reviewed.. it’s as new & crisp as you’re going to get in 2025 and will be a great bike at the right price point. The Suzuki 600 is a video I did a while back.. do a search for it. I loved it but it’s unchanged for an entire decade and that puts me off. (I don’t care for rider aids either)

[@BilluBhayankar-m2x]

Buddy can you share the link of opening sound track?

[@PetroHead]

Sorry been a while.. you can use your phones AI to determine it. (Hey siri what song is this?)

[@BilluBhayankar-m2x]

@PetroHead hehe, thanks.

[@AgricUltra]

*blipper. (Quickshifter is for going up gears; an autoblipper for downshifts.)

[@PetroHead]

Thanks Captain Blipper. A newb like me has a lot to learn.

[@AgricUltra]

@ no worries.

[@Maxi_rz]

do u think it was a good idea choosing the zx6r over the zx4rr? I'm doubtful between them

[@PetroHead]

How long have you been riding and how old?

[@Maxi_rz]

@PetroHead six years but no more than 150cc on own motorcycle

[@PetroHead]

How old?

[@Maxi_rz]

@@PetroHead 6 years since I was 14, now I'm 20 but I've never had one larger than 150cc, sorry for the English but I'm using Google Translate haha

[@PetroHead]

No problem. Stick to ZX4RR.. you’re young and don’t know the rules of the road and self control will be difficult for you since you’re a young man. You have your entire life to enjoy this hobby but start with the 400 and work your way up and most of all, do not ride with people who have much bigger bikes than yours because you will end up riding reckless and most certainly hurt yourself. Download my Motorcycle Mastery ebook.

[@Australian_Made]

Cool 😎

[@Topdawg365]

🤔🤔🤔🤔 More Power ? How much more power did the previous Gen make what years was the previous gen?

[@PetroHead]

2019 and lower produce slightly more power. 2024+ models meet EU5 emissions laws and power is slightly lower but nothing a $300 tune can’t fix which most who’re into sporty riding do anyway. I’ll most likely do it too. Only downside is that the ECU is underneath the tank and must be shipped away to have it done. Caveat: 130hp to the WHEEL on 24+ models with volocity stacks and full exhaust.. this is not possible on previous gen.. so although 25 models are less powerful than previous gen, the new models are night and day more powerful with a proper setup. kzbin.info/www/bejne/lXOai4psabGJgc0

[@HVACOG]

@@PetroHeadthe ecu isn’t under the tank. It’s in the tail. Get a slip on and/or header. The filter is under the tank. It’s easy to pick up

[@PetroHead]

@@HVACOG oh hell ya.. in that case, ezeepeezee!

[@HVACOG]

@@PetroHead dude the fairings were super annoying. I did my headers and pipe by graves, filter and block off plates. There’s a good video instruction by an older man on his 40th anniversary 636. Also got mine tuned by 2wdw. Really wakes that thing up. 1700 miles later and it’s so freaking fun to ride. Stay safe and cool bike !

[@PetroHead]

Thanks.. link to video please?

[@donno1hahahaha]

How will u rate dat against r9. Performance wise not price wise.

[@PetroHead]

That's a separate video which I plan to create.

[@OneZoNinja]

Bro, I watched you hit 26 miles per hour in 6th gear numerous times. lol That is most definitely the only possible way you will obtain or ever reach the 50 mpg claimed by Kawasaki cause let me tell you 26 mph to me has never been any more than between first and second. Keep in mind it will pretty much do 90 in 1st gear no doubt or pretty close.

[@PetroHead]

Haha.. Realistically.. I get about 34-45.. I look for that little symbol that tells you if you’re riding economical.. now that I’m making a lot of content and riding a lot, I gotta keep my money in check… CA gas isn’t cheap.

[@mattmadden3716]

I don’t know what you’re talking about on the Insurance in CA. My policies are always effective same day. It’s your insurance company.

[@PetroHead]

You don’t know what I’m talking about? Lol.. that’s an odd response. I have AAA.. this is what they told me is CA policy so idk.

[@PursuitMode2011]

Tech Spec tank grips needed to preserve the tank from clothes fading that beautifully painted tank.

[@PetroHead]

Good point! I'll get some on.

[@AgricUltra]

What a stupid insurance rule. Here in Australia, you can insure a bike/car in advance of collecting it.

[@mattmadden3716]

It’s not a rule, it’s his specific insurance company.

[@AgricUltra]

@@mattmadden3716 oh, he made it sound like it was a rule in that State.

[@Australian_Made]

. @ 12:13 SANTA traded in his GREEN Sleigh for a GREEN Kwaka. 😂

[@PetroHead]

LOL.. I had to get him on my "green sleigh" haha..

[@ShartintRump]

From the RSV4 to a 4 rr....Id disown you..... real Talk.....😳😳😳🤔🧐🤨🤨🤨

[@PetroHead]

Haha.. bro.. I would lap most liter bikes with that 4RR if I ever buy one in the future LOL

[@ShartintRump]

​@@PetroHeadYou think you'd lap an RSV4 with a what ⁉️ Who are you and what have you done with Petrohead ?

[@PetroHead]

@@ShartintRump Its not the bike, it's the rider... plenty of track content on my channel but here is my triple taking on liter bikes no competition only until the straights come for the highway heroes to shine lol kzbin.info/www/bejne/gpDZm4aDZdCooJIsi=ioo7srM4MnEgJ0w8

[@ShartintRump]

@PetroHead 👍👍👍 I've only 😭 seen 400's on KZbin....I Just can't picture you going from the RSV4 to the 400.... truly shocking the crappy service you received... I got a friend.... whose Ducati blew up after service.....and was getting the run around....I showed him your video....he managed to get some relief following your blueprint.... looking forward to the 636 content

[@PetroHead]

Ya dealers suck the life out of you.. contact other dealers and people in the industry and get them on your side. But on the 400 front.. I get you.. I don’t have ego with bikes (400 vs 1100) I just ride for experience and fun.. I’ve ridden over 100 bikes so for me, they are all fantastic and have something to offer regardless of power / CC or displacement.