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ZX6 Best models for track bike

Sun Dec 21, 2008 5:16 pm

Hi, been a while since I posted but am looking at getting an older ZX6 bike for track duties only as I don't want to be broke if I dropped the duke, I would appreciate any advice on what years to avoid and what common faults they have.
One option was to pick one up from an auctiuon that has been lowsided and repair it or just buy one and set it up for track days.

Regards


DJ

Re: ZX6 Best models for track bike

Mon Dec 22, 2008 9:20 am

Well well... I see who you are now :twisted:

Gluck on finding a bunky - I shall keep my eye out, though I do like to collect them :D

Re: ZX6 Best models for track bike

Mon Dec 22, 2008 10:30 am

I shall arm wrestle you for the next one that comes up Carley. ;)

Thought I recognised your photo.


DJ

Re: ZX6 Best models for track bike

Mon Dec 22, 2008 2:23 pm

the 200 models have issues with the oil filter coming off mid straight ;)

Re: ZX6 Best models for track bike

Mon Dec 22, 2008 2:24 pm

but the 2001 models run like a dream ;)

Re: ZX6 Best models for track bike

Mon Dec 22, 2008 7:33 pm

and the 95 is built for short people :lol:

Re: ZX6 Best models for track bike

Tue Dec 23, 2008 12:25 am

We have a winner :kuda:

Re: ZX6 Best models for track bike

Tue Dec 23, 2008 7:40 pm

gotta run an 'F' series (95 to 97). They are awesome. I had one and was embrassing the current crop of 600's. I stepped up to a ZX7R but I wish that I still had my old bike :cry:

Re: ZX6 Best models for track bike

Wed Dec 24, 2008 2:08 am

I'd Go a "Barra" mate. the 03-04 636 if i had the choice to make.
cheers Brett

Re: ZX6 Best models for track bike

Wed Dec 24, 2008 5:07 pm

Slim pickings over here at the mo, I will have to wait till the new year and see what pops up.

Cheers for the replys

DJ

Re: ZX6 Best models for track bike

Wed Dec 24, 2008 5:09 pm

i've got a 98 model that i'm thinking of selling.....though i'm located in Melbourne :(

Re: ZX6 Best models for track bike

Fri Dec 26, 2008 5:33 pm

Unfortunately it add about 1200 on to the price of the bike. Might check the auctions in the new year.

Thanks anyway :D

Re: ZX6 Best models for track bike

Wed Mar 18, 2009 10:18 pm

I've heard the F series are the best my F2 is a rocket and I just want to try to keep my licence

Re: ZX6 Best models for track bike

Sun Mar 22, 2009 5:29 pm

F2 all the way, awesome trackbike. Mine is running rougher than a badgers butt and still manages 1.09 dead around broadford.

Re: ZX6 Best models for track bike

Fri Apr 10, 2009 1:09 am

Just got a 98 ZX6 for that very reason. Took it round Phillip Island in stock setup and was doing just under 2min. Rubber was a bit difficult to find but got Michelin Power Races that fitted and worked very well. It's got a flat spot between 11 to 12k rpm but have got a new Muzzy can and will get it on a dyno to fix that. It handles well. Not much head shake but will track down a decent damper for it and some race glass to lighten it up a bit. Will let you know how it goes.

Lanky
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