Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE 2018 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2016

The Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE 2018 and the KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2016 are both sport touring motorcycles that offer a combination of power and comfort for long-distance rides.

In terms of engine performance, the Ninja H2 SX SE has an in-line 4-cylinder engine with 200 horsepower and 137.3 Nm of torque, while the Super Duke GT has a V-twin engine with 173 horsepower and 144 Nm of torque. Both bikes have chain transmissions and offer strong acceleration and power delivery.

In terms of suspension, both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks in the front and monoshock suspension in the rear. The Ninja H2 SX SE has a front suspension travel of 120mm and a rear suspension travel of 139mm, while the Super Duke GT has a front suspension travel of 125mm and a rear suspension travel of 156mm. Both bikes offer adjustable compression, preload, and rebound settings for the suspension.

In terms of chassis, the Ninja H2 SX SE has a steel frame, while the Super Duke GT has a chromium-molybdenum frame. Both bikes have tubular frame types, which provide a good balance between rigidity and flexibility.

Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE 2018

Both bikes have double disk brakes in the front with radial, monoblock technology, providing excellent stopping power and control.

In terms of rider assistance systems, both bikes offer ABS and traction control. The Ninja H2 SX SE also features riding modes and ride by wire technology, while the Super Duke GT only has ABS and traction control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have a front tire width of 120mm and a rear tire width of 190mm, with 17-inch diameter tires. The wheelbase is 1480mm for the Ninja H2 SX SE and 1482mm for the Super Duke GT. Both bikes have a seat height of 835mm. The Ninja H2 SX SE has a fuel tank capacity of 19 liters, while the Super Duke GT has a larger capacity of 23 liters.

In terms of equipment, the Ninja H2 SX SE features LED headlights, while the Super Duke GT has an adjustable windscreen.

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2016

The strengths of the Ninja H2 SX SE include its powerful and responsive engine, excellent brakes, stable braking performance, comfortable riding experience even at high speeds, and high-quality rider assistance systems. It also has a longer service interval of 12000km.

The strengths of the Super Duke GT include its extensive standard equipment, sensational engine performance, unique design, and uncomplicated pannier system.

The weaknesses of the Ninja H2 SX SE include a slightly fiddly heating handle control and the lack of an electronic chassis, which would be practical and enhance its universal character.

The weaknesses of the Super Duke GT include poor wind protection, a manual windshield adjustment, and relatively high fuel consumption.