Kawasaki Ninja H2: Specifications & buying guide
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Reference guide • Source-listed details may cover multiple variants. Check the exact model and market before buying.
Overview
Explore Kawasaki Ninja H2: source-listed engine, performance and ownership details, followed by practical checks before making a decision. This is a reference guide, not a new-launch report.
Source-listed specifications
| Field | Source-listed detail |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kawasaki Motors |
| Engine | Supercharged (two-speed centrifugal ) 998 cc DOHC 4-valve inline-4 four-stroke |
| Power | H2: (2015–2018) 141.5 kW (189.8 hp) (rear wheel) [ 10 ] 150 kW (200 hp) (claimed) @ 11,000 rpm (2019–) 180 kW (240 hp) (claimed) [ 11 ] H2R: 326 hp (243 kW) @ 14,000 rpm [ 1 ] |
| Torque | H2: 123.7 N⋅m (91.2 lb⋅ft) (rear wheel) [ 10 ] 133.5 N⋅m (98.5 lb⋅ft) (claimed) @10,500 rpm H2R: 156 N⋅m (115 lb⋅ft) @12,500 rpm [ 1 ] |
| Brakes | Front: 2 x 330 mm Brembo disc with radial-mount monoblock calipers Rear: 250 mm Brembo disc with radial-mount caliper [ 12 ] |
| Specifications | seat height: 32.5 in (830 mm) (H2) 830 mm (32.7 in) (H2R) |
| Transmission | 6-speed |
| Weight | 240.0 kg (529.0 lb) (H2) [ 10 ] (wet) 215.9 kg (476.0 lb) (H2R) [ 1 ] ( wet ) |
| Seat Height | 32.5 in (830 mm) (H2) 830 mm (32.7 in) (H2R) |
| Wheelbase | 1,450 mm (57.1 in) |
| Fuel Tank | 17.03 L (3.75 imp gal; 4.50 US gal) |
| Suspension | H2: Front: 43 mm telescopic fork, preload-adjustable Rear: Single shock, preload-adjustable H2R: Front: Fully adjustable KYB telescopic fork with steering damper Rear: single-sided swingarm with monoshock |
| Dimensions | Wheelbase: 1,450 mm (57.1 in); Seat height: 32.5 in (830 mm) (H2) 830 mm (32.7 in) (H2R) |
| Frame type | Steel trellis |
| Tires | H2: Front: 120/70ZR17 Rear: 200/55ZR17 H2R: Front: 120/60 R17 racing slicks Rear: 190/65 R17 racing slicks |
How to compare models and variants
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Price and running costs
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Buyer checklist
Arrange a test ride, compare ergonomic fit and safety equipment, check parts availability and confirm authorized dealer support.
Verification and limitations
This profile is based on a source directory record. An empty field means the information was not verified, not that a feature or course is unavailable. Figures and specifications may change by country, variant and date. Always confirm on the source page before applying or buying. Published as a reference guide on 2026-11-07, not as breaking news.
AI-assisted reporting; source claims are attributed and have not been independently verified.
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