Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2021 vs. Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE 2023

Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2021

Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE 2023

Overview - Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2021 vs Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE 2023

Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2021

Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE 2023

Technical Specifications Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2021 compared to Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE 2023

Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2021

Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE 2023

Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2021

Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	In line
Engine power	Engine power	217 HP	Engine power	200 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	13,200 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	11,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	122 Nm	Torque	137.3 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	11,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	8,500 rpm
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	4
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Lubrication	Lubrication	Forced	Lubrication	Forced
Displacement	Displacement	1,099 ccm	Displacement	998 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Suspension Rear

Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	330 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	radial, Monoblock
Brand	Brand	Brembo	Brand	Brembo

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	220 mm	Diameter	250 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelie	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Hill start assist, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	200 mm	Rear tyre width	190 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,040 mm	Length	2,175 mm
Width	Width	735 mm	Width	790 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,420 mm	Wheelbase	1,480 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	851 mm	Seat Height	835 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	199 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	267 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	18.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	19 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2021

You want a motorbike that serves you good lap times without a single movement and without any further investment? Then take the Aprilia RSV4 Factory. Out of the box, it's the bike that hits the fast line the easiest, giving hobby racers and energetic riders instant good lap times. On corner exit, the power can be used even better in 2021 - the new ECU does a good job. The exclusive dream bike from Noale has been made better once again.

Great electronic chassis offers playfully perfect set-up directly from the showroom

incredibly powerful engine

wonderful feeling for the front wheel

great seating position

fast lap times are simply unbelievably easy in standard condition.

slightly too long standard transmission

cheap-looking clutch lever

quickshifter requires discipline for perfect function

coarse screen display

Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE 2023

The Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE is certainly one of the nippiest touring motorbikes on the market. But is it also one of the best tourers? The lush equipment and electronics of Kawasaki's technological flagship offer comfort, stability and function flawlessly. You have to know how to deal with the powerful engine and somewhat sluggish turn-in behaviour, but then the Ninja H2 SX SE is fun to ride even in tight corners. Finally, the ergonomics determine whether the bike is suitable for travelling. Here, everyone has to decide for himself or herself whether he or she is comfortable with the very sporty stance. If so, the Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE is a formidable touring machine that cuts a fine figure from the motorway to the Alpine pass.

Extremely powerful engine

Extremely stable, semi-active chassis

State-of-the-art electronics

Very much feel for the front wheel

Good wind protection

Beautiful finish and large TFT display

Top brakes

Somewhat sluggish turn-in behaviour

High price