Commuter review: 2007 Kawasaki ZZR600 (ZX600J)

Owner observations and a short city ride. An outstanding bike. Turn diameter is 18ft (5.5m), parking, U-turns are ok as a standard lane is 12ft (3.6m) wide. Fuel economy is 5.6-5.1L/100km in town/highway (42-46mpg US, 50-55mpg IMP) COMMUTER REVIEW TEST PARAMETERS: In commuting the following maneuvers are performed regularly: U-turns at walking pace pushing, parking, reversing the bike 1st gear full acceleration for merging 1st-2nd gear lane changes, avoidance path maneuvers shoulder checks, mirror checks throughout the entire rpm range Bike is further evaluated to assess its: possible interaction with corrosive road salting in winter weather protection for winter riding rider ergonomics, vibration, noise, visibility and ease of operation of controls carrying capability (e.g. a lunchbox) ease of access for maintenance items (chain/belt, oil, brakes) That`s how a bike is ridden, that`s how it`s assessed. The above list excludes wheelies, circus stunts, riding at speeds over speed limits, aggressive lean angle cornering. If a bike does not fit the description, so be it. If a model does not work out for commuter purpose, I`ll say so. My findings on how a bike performs are posted, irrelevant to manufacturer`s gift-wrapped sales pitch. I`m not a motorcycle journalist, I`m not paid to say nice things, kind things or things that increase sales. I just post what I find out. Facts. Thanks for watching.