Its also available in eco-friendly black. The most conspicuously passed-down technology from the new 12R is the addition of huge intake snouts adorning the front of both the 6R and 9R, done to increase power at racetrack speeds. The noses are more aerodynamic and swoopier though the most considerable changes are not as readily visible. New swingarms adorn chassis that have new numbers across the board to improve handling. Fork offset has been reduced from 35 to 30 mm, and trail has been increased from 93 to 97 mm.
Rake remains the same, while the steering head was moved forward to retain the same wheelbase.
ZX-6R in Candy Persimmon Red. Boulevard racer graphics in Kawi Green also availiable. The suspension settings have been changed, supposedly, to compliment the stiffer chassis. The rear shock now has a ride height adjuster to go along with its new damping characteristics. The front end received complimentary damping changes as well as ball bearing fitted to the steering head for quicker, smoother response.