Is this the same tank as the one on my bike?

It is the stock ZX-6R coolant reservoir. Match it to your model year before ordering, since mounting points changed across generations.

Do I need to drain the coolant to swap it?

Yes. Drain or clamp the lines, swap the tank, then refill and bleed the system per the service manual. Trapped air causes overheating.

Can I use a generic overflow bottle instead?

You can, but you will likely need to fabricate a mount and match hose sizes. The OEM tank bolts straight on.

Why did my tank crack?

Usually impact from a tip-over, over-tightened mounting bolts, or a stuck cap building pressure. Check the cap when you replace the tank.

When is the best time to buy?

Prices on OEM body and cooling parts move little. Compare across stores and buy when shipping and stock suit you.

Where can I buy the Coolant reservoir Kawasaki ZX6R?

2 stores we checked sell it, including Amazon, The Sic Shop LLC.

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Coolant reservoir Kawasaki ZX6R

Last price we saw

$49.99at Amazon, last seen Oct 30

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Our take on the Coolant reservoir Kawasaki ZX6R

This is the coolant overflow reservoir for the Kawasaki ZX-6R (636cc inline-four, 127 hp at 13,000 rpm). It is a stock replacement part, not an upgrade: it holds expanding coolant and feeds it back to the radiator as the engine cools. Buyers are usually replacing a cracked or leaking tank after a tip-over or a coolant flush gone wrong. No price was given for this part, so compare listings across stores before ordering.

Best forZX-6R owners replacing a cracked or leaking overflow tankCrash or tip-over repairsRestoring a bike to stock before resaleTrack riders keeping a spare tank on hand

Pros

Exact OEM fit for the ZX-6R, no bracket or hose modification
Stock appearance and capacity, so coolant behavior stays as designed
Correct cap and hose routing match the factory service manual
Simple bolt-on job for a home mechanic

Cons

OEM plastic tanks crack again after another drop

Coolant reservoir Kawasaki ZX6R prices at every store

AmazonCheck price at Amazon
The Sic Shop LLCCheck price at The Sic Shop LLC

Coolant reservoir Kawasaki ZX6R price history

Lowest price we've seen: $49.99 on Oct 30 at Amazon. Tracked across 1 store since Oct 30.

Specifications

Engine: 4-stroke, in-line 4-cylinder, DOHC, 16-valve, liquid-cooledSource
Displacement: 636ccSource
Bore x Stroke: 67.0 x 45.1mmSource
Compression Ratio: 12.9:1Source

Questions and answers

Is this the same tank as the one on my bike?: It is the stock ZX-6R coolant reservoir. Match it to your model year before ordering, since mounting points changed across generations.
Do I need to drain the coolant to swap it?: Yes. Drain or clamp the lines, swap the tank, then refill and bleed the system per the service manual. Trapped air causes overheating.
Can I use a generic overflow bottle instead?: You can, but you will likely need to fabricate a mount and match hose sizes. The OEM tank bolts straight on.
Why did my tank crack?: Usually impact from a tip-over, over-tightened mounting bolts, or a stuck cap building pressure. Check the cap when you replace the tank.
When is the best time to buy?: Prices on OEM body and cooling parts move little. Compare across stores and buy when shipping and stock suit you.
Where can I buy the Coolant reservoir Kawasaki ZX6R?: 2 stores we checked sell it, including Amazon, The Sic Shop LLC.