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ER-6f

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Power
71 HP
Torque
66 Nm
Engine
649 ccm

2010 Kawasaki ER-6f Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in Kawasaki's naked motorcycle lineup, the 2010 Kawasaki ER-6f pairs a 649 cc (39.6 cu in) liquid-cooled twin, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 71.1 HP (51.9 kW) at 8,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 66 Nm (48.7 lb-ft) at 7,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 109.6 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (7,000 rpm) and peak power (8,500 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the ER-6f measures 204 kg (450 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.35 HP/kg (2.87 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 790 mm (31.1 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,405 mm (55.3 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 15.51-liter (4.1 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 12 indexed model years from 2006 to 2017, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
109.6 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.35 HP/kg (2.87 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
7,000–8,500 rpm
Standover Height
790 mm (31.1 in)
Engine
Displacement 649.0 ccm (39.60 cubic inches)
Engine Type Twin, four-stroke
Engine Details Twin, four-stroke
Power 71.1 HP (51.9 kW)) @ 8500 RPM
Torque 66.0 Nm (6.7 kgf-m or 48.7 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM
Compression 11.3:1
Bore x Stroke 83.0 x 60.0 mm (3.3 x 2.4 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 4
Fuel System Injection. Digital fuel injection with two 38mm Keihin throttle bodies
Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignition Digital CDI
Lubrication Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Clutch Wet multi-disc, manual
Chassis
Frame Type Diamond, high-tensile steel
Trail 102 mm (4.0 inches)
Front Suspension 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork / 4.7 in.
Rear Suspension Offset laydown single-shock with adjustable preload / 4.9 in.
Wheelbase 1405 mm (55.3 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre 160/60-ZR17
Front Brakes Double disc
Front Brake Ø 300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc
Rear Brake Ø 220 mm (8.7 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl. 204.0 kg (449.7 pounds)
Seat Height 790 mm (31.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height 1200 mm (47.2 inches)
Overall Length 2100 mm (82.7 inches)
Overall Width 760 mm (29.9 inches)
Fuel Capacity 15.51 litres (4.10 US gallons)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options Metallic Flat Spark Black
Notes

Optional ABS ads 4 kg to the weight.

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Intermediate
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Seat Height
79 cm / 31.1 in
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