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ZX6 Best models for track bike
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Sun Dec 21, 2008 5:16 pmby Valheru70
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
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Mon Dec 22, 2008 9:20 amby cowasaki
Well well... I see who you are now
Gluck on finding a bunky - I shall keep my eye out, though I do like to collect them
Re: ZX6 Best models for track bike
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Mon Dec 22, 2008 10:30 amby Valheru70
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
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Mon Dec 22, 2008 2:23 pmby Blurr
the 200 models have issues with the oil filter coming off mid straight
Re: ZX6 Best models for track bike
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Mon Dec 22, 2008 2:24 pmby Six Addict
but the 2001 models run like a dream
Re: ZX6 Best models for track bike
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Mon Dec 22, 2008 7:33 pmby cowasaki
and the 95 is built for short people
Re: ZX6 Best models for track bike
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Tue Dec 23, 2008 12:25 amby Valheru70
We have a winner
Re: ZX6 Best models for track bike
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Tue Dec 23, 2008 7:40 pmby Mitch
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
Re: ZX6 Best models for track bike
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Wed Dec 24, 2008 2:08 amby Nanna10r
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
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Wed Dec 24, 2008 5:07 pmby Valheru70
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
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Wed Dec 24, 2008 5:09 pmby slayer_1971
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
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Fri Dec 26, 2008 5:33 pmby Valheru70
Unfortunately it add about 1200 on to the price of the bike. Might check the auctions in the new year.
Thanks anyway
Re: ZX6 Best models for track bike
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Wed Mar 18, 2009 10:18 pmby stevespeedy
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
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Sun Mar 22, 2009 5:29 pmby IrishPete
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
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Fri Apr 10, 2009 1:09 amby Lanky
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