Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2015 vs. Yamaha YZF-R3 2018

Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2015

Yamaha YZF-R3 2018

Overview - Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2015 vs Yamaha YZF-R3 2018

Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2015

Yamaha YZF-R3 2018

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2015 compared to Yamaha YZF-R3 2018

Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2015

Yamaha YZF-R3 2018

Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2015

Yamaha YZF-R3 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	76 mm	Bore	68 mm
Stroke	Stroke	55 mm	Stroke	44.1 mm
Engine power	Engine power	310 HP	Engine power	42 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	14,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	10,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	165 Nm	Torque	29.6 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	12,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	9,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	8.3	Compression Ratio	11.2
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Ignition	Ignition	Digital	Ignition	Transistor
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	2
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	321 ccm

Chassis

Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Twin Tube

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Single disk

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	110 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	140 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	65 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,070 mm	Length	2,090 mm
Width	Width	770 mm	Width	720 mm
Height	Height	1,160 mm	Height	1,135 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,450 mm	Wheelbase	1,380 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	830 mm	Seat Height	780 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	216 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	169 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2015

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