Kawasaki Ninja H2 2015 vs. Kawasaki Z H2 2020

Kawasaki Ninja H2 2015

Kawasaki Ninja H2 2015

Kawasaki Z H2 2020

Kawasaki Z H2 2020

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Overview - Kawasaki Ninja H2 2015 vs Kawasaki Z H2 2020

The Kawasaki Ninja H2 model year 2015 and the Kawasaki Z H2 model year 2020 are both powerful motorcycles with similar technical specifications. Both models have an inline engine with a bore of 76 mm and a stroke of 55 mm. They also have the same engine power of 200 HP and a displacement of 998 ccm.

In terms of torque, the Kawasaki Ninja H2 2015 has a torque of 133.5 Nm, while the Kawasaki Z H2 2020 has a slightly higher torque of 137 Nm. The compression ratio of the Ninja H2 is 8.5, while the Z H2 has a higher compression ratio of 11.2.

Both models have four cylinders and four valves per cylinder, with a DOHC valve system. They also have liquid cooling to ensure optimal engine temperature.

Kawasaki Ninja H2 2015

Kawasaki Ninja H2 2015

In terms of suspension, the Kawasaki Ninja H2 2015 has a telescopic fork front suspension and a single swing arm rear suspension. The suspension can be adjusted for compression, preload, and rebound. On the other hand, the Kawasaki Z H2 2020 has an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension and a swing arm rear suspension. The suspension adjustments are the same as the Ninja H2.

Both models have a steel frame with a tubular design, providing strength and stability. The front brakes on both models are double disk with four pistons, but the Z H2 has the additional feature of radial monoblock technology.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both models have a front tire width of 120 mm and a front tire diameter of 17 inches. The rear tire width of the Ninja H2 is 200 mm, while the Z H2 has a slightly narrower rear tire width of 190 mm. Both models have a wheelbase of 1455 mm and a seat height of around 825-830 mm. The kerb weight of the Ninja H2 is 238 kg, while the Z H2 weighs slightly more at 239 kg. The fuel tank capacity of the Ninja H2 is 17 liters, while the Z H2 has a larger fuel tank capacity of 19 liters.

In terms of strengths, the Ninja H2 2015 is praised for its outstanding build quality, fascinating engine with a mechanical turbocharger, and its impressive pull, acceleration, and speed. The narrow seat ensures safe standing, even for smaller riders, and the bike offers great stability and inspires confidence despite its high performance. The strong brakes and high-quality details are also noteworthy.

Kawasaki Z H2 2020

Kawasaki Z H2 2020

On the other hand, the Z H2 2020 is praised for its incomparable engine and full power. It is described as easy to control and offers a pleasant seating position and high riding comfort for a naked bike. The bike also has a quiet but charismatic sound and stable and transparent handling. It is considered a motorbike that can be ridden carefree in everyday life.

In terms of weaknesses, the Ninja H2 2015 is criticized for its response behavior in the transition from pushing mode to acceleration phase, which is not at the level of "normal" motorbikes. It also experiences understeer in fast bends, and taller riders may find it difficult to integrate their feet into the overall aerodynamic concept.

The Z H2 2020 is criticized for its quickshifter, which makes interventions that take too long. The suspension strut also becomes a bit spongy during sporty riding. Some reviewers feel that the exclusive motorbike deserved exclusive components all around.

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja H2 2015 compared to Kawasaki Z H2 2020

Kawasaki Ninja H2 2015
Kawasaki Z H2 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore76 mmBore76 mm
StrokeStroke55 mmStroke55 mm
Engine powerEngine power200 HPEngine power200 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpm
TorqueTorque133.5 NmTorque137 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque10,500 rpmRpm at Torque8,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio8.5 Compression Ratio11.2
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement998 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width200 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,085 mmLength2,085 mm
WidthWidth770 mmWidth810 mm
HeightHeight1,125 mmHeight1,130 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,455 mmWheelbase1,455 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height825 mmSeat Height830 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)238 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)239 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity19 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Ninja H2 2015

Kawasaki Ninja H2 2015

The Ninja H2 represents a milestone in motorbike history. It is not only packed with electronic innovations, but also offers completely new technologies in terms of engine construction and mechanics. This high-tech research object of a Japanese technology company is actually for sale and can also be ridden. Basically, it rides like a normal motorbike, only with considerably more power. At first, the engine response is a challenge, but speed freaks will find a way to ride and enjoy this fascinating motorbike.

Outstanding build quality

fascinating engine with mechanical turbocharger

pull, acceleration and speed on a completely new level

narrow seat ensures safe standing - even for smaller riders

great stability

motorbike inspires a lot of confidence despite high performance

strong brakes

high-quality details

Response behaviour in the transition from pushing mode to acceleration phase not at the level of "normal" motorbikes

understeer in fast bends

from body height 185 cm it could be difficult to integrate the feet into the overall aerodynamic concept - test seat!

Kawasaki Z H2 2020

Kawasaki Z H2 2020

The fascinating power unit of the Kawasaki not only inspires as a motif for quartet cards or at the regulars' table. The engine is made for practical use. In the saddle of the bike, you can enjoy the thrust in every situation. Commands from the throttle are implemented directly, intensively but also controllably. However, the bike is not an athletic sportsman but a beefy naked bike. It always scores when sovereignty and power are required.

Incomparable engine

full power

easy to control power unit

pleasant seating position

high riding comfort for a naked bike

quiet but charismatic sound

stable and transparent handling

despite the extravagant drive, a motorbike that can be ridden carefree in everyday life.

Quickshifter OK

but makes interventions that take too long

suspension strut becomes a bit spongy during sporty riding

the exclusive motorbike deserved exclusive components all round

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Ninja H2 vs Kawasaki Z H2

There are a few key differences between a Kawasaki Ninja H2 2015 and a Kawasaki Z H2 2020. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Kawasaki Ninja H2 2015 is about 66% higher. A Kawasaki Ninja H2 2015 experiences a loss of 6,020 USD in one year of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 630 USD for a Kawasaki Z H2 2020. Compared to Kawasaki Z H2 2020 there are less Kawasaki Ninja H2 2015 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 4 compared to 10. It takes less time to sell a Kawasaki Z H2 with 148 days compared to 153 days for the Kawasaki Ninja H2. Since model year 2015 1000PS.de editors have written 27 reviews for the Kawasaki Ninja H2 and 14 reviews for the Kawasaki Z H2 since model year 2020. The first review for the Kawasaki Ninja H2 was published on 8/31/2014 and now has more than 5,600 views. This compares to more than 82,500 views for the first review on Kawasaki Z H2 published on 10/10/2019.

Price Kawasaki Ninja H2

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Price Kawasaki Z H2

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