Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2019 vs. Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade 2020

Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2019

Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade 2020

Overview - Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2019 vs Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade 2020

Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2019

Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade 2020

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2019 compared to Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade 2020

Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2019

Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade 2020

Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2019

Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	76 mm	Bore	81 mm
Stroke	Stroke	55 mm	Stroke	48.5 mm
Engine power	Engine power	310 HP	Engine power	217 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	14,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	14,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	165 Nm	Torque	113 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	12,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	12,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	8.3	Compression Ratio	13
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
Ignition	Ignition	Digital	Ignition	Digital, Transistor
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	4
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	998 ccm	Displacement	999.89 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Twin-Spar

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	60 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	190 mm	Rear tyre width	200 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	65 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,070 mm	Length	2,100 mm
Width	Width	770 mm	Width	745 mm
Height	Height	1,160 mm	Height	1,140 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,450 mm	Wheelbase	1,455 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	830 mm	Seat Height	830 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	216 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	201 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	16.1 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2019

The Kawasaki crew had a vision. To build a bike that would cause a stir and push forward into completely new dimensions in terms of performance and technology. This vision has been realised. The 326 Horsepower machine can be ridden by experienced pilots without acute danger to life. The intensity of the acceleration is indescribable. But the perfect overall appearance of the bike with countless high-quality details is also impressive. Compared to normal bikes, the H2 R has weaknesses in throttle response and line precision at high speeds. Overall, the H2 R is the most fascinating bike of all time for the test pilot and can be recommended to petrol junkies with a clear conscience. The H2 R is available for the price of a well-equipped German-made premium estate - only with "a little" more adrenalin.

Build quality

power, torque, acceleration, surprisingly low maintenance in the 300hp league

acceleration - like something from another planet

very good engine modulation

if you are over 185 cm tall, be sure to try it out - it could be tight on your feet

high-quality details at every corner

over 300hp, yet highest quality standards from series production

superb paintwork

excellent brakes

great stability in every situation

Engine reponsiveness at the first few degrees on the throttle

understeer at high speeds

higher maintenance requirements than with normal bikes

the sound is infernal - you can love it, but it can also lead to problems on race tracks

Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade 2020

For the fact that Honda has actually only announced an update, hardly a stone has been left unturned on the new Fire Blade. Some of the new features are of course due to the new EURO standard, but many of them are really aimed at improving drivability. I am very pleased that, especially in times like these, when more and more manufacturers are withdrawing from the high-performance and expensive superbike segment, Honda is once again devoting its full development power to improving what is already good and thus demonstrating what is technically feasible. Because even if these bikes are no longer affordable for many of us, they still demonstrate the know-how or the technical possibilities. And over time, these will also find their way into the 0-8-15 bikes from which the majority of motorcyclists will then also benefit.

Improved seating position

Rideability very good

Powerful engine

Throttle split gives the rider a lot of confidence

Chassis also suitable for the racetrack in automatic mode

Price