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2009 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6r problems

The most common problem on the 2009 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6r is electrical system. It has 5.0 times the complaints of a typical Ninja ZX-6r model year.

Typical year5.0x the typical complaints
Owner complaints
5
Recalls
1
Worst area
Electrical

The worst 2009 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6r problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Electrical
    3
  • Engine
    3

Problems by type

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  • Electrical
    3
  • Engine
    3

Recalls 1

Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulatorReported February 17, 2012 · 20,512 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Kawasaki is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 ninja zx-10r, and 2009-2012 ninja zx-6r motorcycles manufactured from december 14, 2007 through july 26, 2011. Due to a manufacturing error, the regulator/rectifier may insufficiently charge the battery.
Risk
If the battery discharges, the motorcycle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Kawasaki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the voltage regulator, free of charge. The safety recall began on february 24, 2012. Owners may contact kawasaki at 949‑770‑0400.

Recall number 12V064000 · Recall details

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What 2009 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6r owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Apr 10, 2015 · Electrical, Engine · 8,900 miles · SC

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 kawasaki ninja 250 (na). The contact stated that the VIN was not affected by the federal safety agency campaign number: 12v064000 (electrical system), although he was experiencing the failure listed in the recall. The contact stated that oil seeped out around the front sprocket, which constantly created slippery driving conditions. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 8,900.

Filed Jul 29, 2014 · Engine · 4,500 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 kawasaki ninja zx-6r motorcycle. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the headlights, brake lights, and the entire instrument panel illuminated intermittently. The contact also mentioned that the motorcycle stalled. The motorcycle was towed to the contact's home and was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 4,500.

Filed Jul 23, 2014 · Engine · 8,000 miles · NY

Vehicle had applicable recall related to voltage rectifier performed in 2012. There was no issue observed with vehicle up until today. Vehicle failed to start and gauges would dim seconds later until it died completely. A few weeks earlier while riding another rider made the observation that tail lights were flickering. No noticeable loss in performance was noted during course of that day. Bike had not been ridden between then and now. A few members of an online forum are also reporting similar issues with their vehicles months after having recall performed. One in fact reported that local dealer again replaced rectifier and stator at no cost to them. I've contacted my local dealership who has no reported incidents of failing "replacement" equipment and stated that kawasaki will not honor additional equipment replacement. Will have to replace my current lifepo4 battery because the at rest voltage has fallen far below the minimum allowed voltage and perform the recommended performance test on the rectifier as outlined by kawasaki.

Filed May 25, 2014 · Electrical · 6,890 miles · GA

I was headed to work. I made a right hand turn toward the interstate then my dash went blank. I tried to give the bike gas and it just bogged down then in jerked me forward then it came to a complete stop. I tried to cut the bike on and it would turn over the starter. So that following week I bought a brand new battery I put it in the bike it fired up quickly but I didn't ride long just around the block a few times. The next day I tried to ride and the dash went blank again then the bike cut off on me again.

Filed Aug 30, 2012 · Electrical · 9,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 kawasaki ninja zx-6r. The vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 12v064000 (electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator). The contact stated that approximately one month after the repair, while driving approximately 75 MPH the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact replaced the battery but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing who diagnose that the voltage regulator needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 9,000.

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Questions about the 2009 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6r

Is the 2009 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6r reliable?

Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2009 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6r, 5.0 times a typical Ninja ZX-6r model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2009 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6r?

Electrical system, with 3 complaints. Next is engine (3).

How many recalls does the 2009 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6r have?

1 recall, covering electrical system.

Was there a recall on the 2009 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6r electrical?

Yes, 1 recall: 12V064000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

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