2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R and Ninja 650 Get New Colour Options

Kawasaki recently unveiled new colours for the 2026 versions of its various models in the international market, including the Versys 1100 S and SE. Following the same pattern, the Japanese manufacturer has updated its mid-capacity supersport bikes, including the Ninja ZX-6R and the Ninja 650.

New Shades for Ninja ZX-6R

The latest Ninja ZX-6R comes in three colour variant: Metallic Matt Graphenesteel Gray, Metallic Spark Black, and Lime Green. Alongside these, an updated version of Kawasaki’s traditional Lime Green livery has also been introduced. This bike serves as the base model for Kawasaki’s WorldSSP racing team. It is powered by a 636cc in-line four-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine producing 127 hp with RAM air at 13,000 rpm and 69 Nm of peak torque at 10,800 rpm. Stopping power comes from 310 mm dual semi-floating discs at the front and a 220 mm single disc at the rear.

Colour Updates for Ninja 650

The Ninja 650 now offers two new paint options: one in Metallic Matte Graphenesteel Gray combined with Metallic Flat Spark Black, and another in Lime Green. Unlike the ZX-6R, it uses a 649cc parallel-twin, liquid-cooled engine that delivers 67 hp at 8,000 rpm and 64 Nm of torque at 6,700 rpm, paired with a six-speed gearbox.

Other Kawasaki Models Updated

Apart from these two, the Ninja 500 now offers a Metallic Flat Spark Black/Metallic Spark Black paint scheme. The Ninja 500 SE model will be available in Lime Green and a blend of Metallic Matte Twilight Blue with Candy Persimmon Red. For 2026, the Ninja ZX-4RR also receives new colour choices, including Lime Green and a combination of Metallic Matte Graphenesteel Gray with Metallic Spark Black.