KTM 500 EXC-F 2025 vs. Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2022

KTM 500 EXC-F 2025

Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2022

Technical Specifications KTM 500 EXC-F 2025 compared to Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2022

KTM 500 EXC-F 2025

Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2022

KTM 500 EXC-F 2025

Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	95 mm	Bore	76 mm
Stroke	Stroke	72 mm	Stroke	55 mm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.75	Compression Ratio	8.3
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	1	Cylinders	4
Displacement	Displacement	510.9 ccm	Displacement	998 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Single swing arm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle, Central tube	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Double disk

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	90 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	60 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	21 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	140 mm	Rear tyre width	190 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	80 %	Rear tyre height	65 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,489 mm	Wheelbase	1,450 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	963 mm	Seat Height	830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	8.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 500 EXC-F 2025

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2022

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