2009 Kawasaki ER-6n Comparison
Kawasaki releases an new entry-level motorcycle designed to go compete against the Suzuki Gladius motorcycle. Meet the 2009 Kawasaki ER-6n motorcycle. Check out the full story in our 2009 Kawasaki ER-6n vs Suzuki Gladius Comparison.
We love the ER-6n's looks awesome from any angle.
One wheel antics are more than possible aboard the ER-6n.
The ER-6n’s turn signals are neatly integrated into the bodywork.
2009 Kawasaki ER-6n vs. Suzuki Gladius dyno chart courtesy of Mickey Cohen Motorsports.
2009 Kawasaki ER-6n Comparison
A liquid-cooled 649cc Parallel-Twin cylinder engine powers the Kawasaki ER-6n. It’s power can be best described as being extremely mellow.
The ER-6n has a bright headlight.
The ER-6n’s instruments are hard to read while riding.
The ER-6n uses a compact bullet shaped muffler that not only looks great but sounds pretty tough too.
The ER-6n’s front brakes lack feel as compared to the Gladius.
There is no shortage of cornering ground clearance aboard the ER-6n.
The ER-6n is perhaps one of the easiest motorcycles we’ve ever ridden.
The ER-6n holds more fuel than the Gladius yet the fuel tank feels much smaller.
The ER-6n rings in at $6399. That’s $500 cheaper than the Gladius.
Riders over six feet tall will definitely feel cramped aboard the ER-6n.