Looking to buy a ZX-6r (Pre 2003)

Technik · Post by **Technik** » Fri Apr 27, 2007 10:37 am

I am in the process of getting a '02 ZX-636, is there anything that I need to look out for?

When does it usually due for major service? Most of them have done on average around 20,000km mark.

Any help is appreciated.

Cheers
Leon

Scottatron · Post by **Scottatron** » Fri Apr 27, 2007 4:11 pm

My new bike (CBR600F4i) (Similar to the one you are looking at), needs its major service done at 24,000......mine has nearly 25k - bugger!

red_dave · Post by **red_dave** » Fri Apr 27, 2007 4:37 pm

Just make sure it isn't a green one that was bought from a salvage auction in QLD...

Great bike other than that!

Cooper 6R · Post by **Cooper 6R** » Fri Apr 27, 2007 10:13 pm

I have a mate with a 2002 636 and the major service is every 12.000ks I am farly sure its the same as the 600s.

I remember that the gear lever was very sloppy and i think a few other bits would and peices would have needed a little adjusting aswell.

His has 40 th on the clock although.

Im looking at about 350 400 bucks for a major service.
hop this helps.

Neka79 · Post by **Neka79** » Fri Apr 27, 2007 11:09 pm

minor service is 6000km..... semi major at 12,000km...major ussually at 24,000km...

I-K · Post by **I-K** » Sat Apr 28, 2007 3:43 pm

Technik wrote:I am in the process of getting a '02 ZX-636, is there anything that I need to look out for?

Yes. 2000-2001 bikes in decent nick. Considerably cheaper, enough so to offset the 37cc smaller motor.

When does it usually due for major service?

Kwak quote 12,000km for valve clearance checks. If my 2001-model ZX6 with 75,000km on it is indicative of the type, they need one shim swap at around the first 12,000km mark to iron out the engine bedding in and assembly-line sloppiness, then they're good for most of the rest of eternity; I checked my clearances a couple of thousand km ago, and they were still within spec.

One issue the higher-km bikes do develop is rich running due to emulsion tube/ needle jet wear, but that something all carbed bikes get to some extent.

me636 · Post by **me636** » Sun Apr 29, 2007 7:32 pm

My bike was a demo when I bought it. Had done around 900km when I picked it up in August 02. Now it has just under 59000km on it & has never missed a beat. Minor service every 6000km & major every 12000. Will probably change to every 5000 & 10000 as of next service. The extra tlc won't hurt.

Technik · Post by **Technik** » Fri May 04, 2007 11:05 am

Thanks for the tips guys! I've just paid a deposit on a '02 ZX-636 yesterday, so excited.

Will be picking it up next week, look forward to the next Nasho Run on Sunday!

Neka79 · Post by **Neka79** » Fri May 04, 2007 7:33 pm

good work mate.... pics when u get it...

red_dave · Post by **red_dave** » Fri May 04, 2007 8:22 pm

Technik wrote:Thanks for the tips guys! I've just paid a deposit on a '02 ZX-636 yesterday, so excited.

Will be picking it up next week, look forward to the next Nasho Run on Sunday!

Onya Champ... they are a great bike.

Gosling1 · Post by **Gosling1** » Fri May 04, 2007 9:58 pm

Technik wrote:Thanks for the tips guys! I've just paid a deposit on a '02 ZX-636 yesterday, so excited.

Will be picking it up next week, look forward to the next Nasho Run on Sunday!

Good stuff mate, they are a nice bike. Take it easy for the first few rides, until you get a good handle on *how it goes*.......it will be an eye-opener after your 250 !!!

Technik · Post by **Technik** » Sat May 05, 2007 12:20 am

thanks guy! will post up pics soon...

I've test rode a couple of Zx-6rs last week before making my purchase, they are bloody awesome to ride!

I found that the '07 model is a lot tighter than the '02 and is less comfortable cruising on the road.

The acceleration of the sixes are so quick compared with my little GPX. One time I was only on 2nd gear, didn't realise I was doing 110km/h - almost crap my pants!

Gosling1 · Post by **Gosling1** » Sat May 05, 2007 6:58 pm

Technik wrote:......The acceleration of the sixes are so quick compared with my little GPX. One time I was only on 2nd gear, didn't realise I was doing 110km/h - almost crap my pants!

Once you have gotten 6 months riding on the 6 under your belt, mate you need to ride a ZX12R !!

that will *really* open your eyes !

Neka79 · Post by **Neka79** » Sat May 05, 2007 7:29 pm

Gosling1 wrote:
Technik wrote:......The acceleration of the sixes are so quick compared with my little GPX. One time I was only on 2nd gear, didn't realise I was doing 110km/h - almost crap my pants!
Once you have gotten 6 months riding on the 6 under your belt, mate you need to ride a ZX12R !! that will *really* open your eyes !

actually gos, i havent ridden a 12 yet...so wheres the keys mate...

Gosling1 · Post by **Gosling1** » Sat May 05, 2007 10:45 pm

anytime you drop past Anarchy Road mate, most welcome to have a spin on the MFP12.....

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