Ducati Panigale V4 S 2022 vs. Kawasaki Ninja H2 2016

Ducati Panigale V4 S 2022

Kawasaki Ninja H2 2016

Overview - Ducati Panigale V4 S 2022 vs Kawasaki Ninja H2 2016

Ducati Panigale V4 S 2022

Kawasaki Ninja H2 2016

Technical Specifications Ducati Panigale V4 S 2022 compared to Kawasaki Ninja H2 2016

Ducati Panigale V4 S 2022

Kawasaki Ninja H2 2016

Ducati Panigale V4 S 2022

Kawasaki Ninja H2 2016

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	81 mm	Bore	76 mm
Stroke	Stroke	53.5 mm	Stroke	55 mm
Engine power	Engine power	215.15 HP	Engine power	200 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	13,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	11,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	123.6 Nm	Torque	133.5 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	9,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	10,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	14	Compression Ratio	8.5
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	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
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	Desmodromic	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,103 ccm	Displacement	998 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Suspension Rear

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

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Monocoque	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

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

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	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	200 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,469 mm	Wheelbase	1,455 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	850 mm	Seat Height	825 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	198.5 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	238 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Panigale V4 S 2022

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Ninja H2 2016

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!

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Ducati Panigale V4 S vs Kawasaki Ninja H2

Price Ducati Panigale V4 S

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Price Kawasaki Ninja H2

Unfortunately, the data available to us is not sufficient to provide meaningful price information for this model.