Kawasaki Ninja H2R
- Production years
- 2015–2026
- Brand
- Kawasaki
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KAWASAKI Ninja H2R (2026)
Selected year: 2026
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 998 cm³
- Power
- 322 hp (240 kW) at 14,000 rpm
- Wet weight
- 216 kg
- Seat height
- 831 mm
Overview
The 2026 Kawasaki Ninja H2R is a sportbike in the Ninja family, produced from 2015 through 2026. Its 998.0 cm³ liquid-cooled, four-stroke inline-four makes 322 hp (240 kW) and 164.7 Nm at 12,500 rpm; wet weight is 216.0 kg.
An 831 mm seat height can make it harder for shorter riders to put both feet down, and the 216.0 kg wet weight takes effort to maneuver at walking speed. Peak torque arrives at 12,500 rpm, so the engine needs revs to reach its strongest pull. Adjustable damping and spring preload at both ends allow suspension setup changes; the slick tires are suited to dry track conditions, and ABS is optional.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- Bore x stroke
- 76.0 x 55.0 mm
- Engine capacity
- 998 cm³
- Compression ratio
- 8.3:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Ignition
- Digital
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, wet sump with oil cooler
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Performance and transmission
Performance and transmission
- Power
- 322 hp (240 kW) at 14,000 rpm
- Power weight ratio
- 1.6429 HP/kg (dry)
- Torque
- 164.7 Nm at 12,500 rpm
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc, manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Gearbox
- Manual 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Dry weight
- 196 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 17 L
- Ground clearance
- 130 mm
- Overall height
- 1,161 mm
- Overall length
- 2,070 mm
- Overall width
- 851 mm
- Seat height
- 831 mm
- Wet weight
- 216 kg
- Wheelbase
- 1,450 mm
Chassis and suspension
Chassis and suspension
- Frame
- Trellis, high-tensile steel with Swingarm Mounting Plate
- Front suspension
- 43 mm inverted fork with rebound and compression damping, spring preload adjustability and top-out springs
- Front wheel travel
- 119 mm
- Rake
- 25.1°
- Rear suspension
- Uni-Trak, Öhlins TTX36 gas-charged shock with piggyback reservoir, compression damping, rebound damping, preload adjustability and top-out spring
- Rear wheel travel
- 135 mm
- Trail
- 109 mm
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Abs
- Optional
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Single Disc with opposed 2-piston caliper, Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System (KIBS)
- Front brakes diameter
- 330 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/60-17 V01F slick
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Opposed 2-piston calipers, single 250mm disc, KIBS ABS
- Rear brakes diameter
- 250 mm
- Rear tyre
- 190/65-17 V01R slick
Colours and equipment
Colours and equipment
- Colours
- Mirror Coated Matte Spark BlacMirror
Model years
2016
Power: 306 hp (228 kW) → 310 hp (231 kW)
2017
Seat height: 831 mm → 830 mm
2020
Power: 310 hp (231 kW) → 228 hp (170 kW); Torque: 165 Nm → 141.7 Nm; Wet weight: 216.1 kg → 215.9 kg; Seat height: 830 mm → 831 mm
2022
Power: 228 hp (170 kW) → 306 hp (228 kW); Torque: 141.7 Nm → 164.8 Nm
2023
Wet weight: 215.9 kg → 216.1 kg
2024
Power: 306 hp (228 kW) → 310 hp (231 kW); Torque: 164.8 Nm → 165 Nm; Seat height: 831 mm → 830 mm
2025
Power: 310 hp (231 kW) → 322 hp (240 kW); Torque: 165 Nm → 164.7 Nm; Wet weight: 216.1 kg → 216 kg; Seat height: 830 mm → 831 mm
| Specification | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 998 cm³ | 998 cm³ | 998 cm³ | 998 cm³ | 998 cm³ | 998 cm³ |
| Power | 228 hp (170 kW) | 306 hp (228 kW) | 306 hp (228 kW) | 310 hp (231 kW) | 322 hp (240 kW) | 322 hp (240 kW) |
| Torque | 141.7 Nm | 164.8 Nm | 164.8 Nm | 165 Nm | 164.7 Nm | 164.7 Nm |
| Wet weight | 215.9 kg | 215.9 kg | 216.1 kg | 216.1 kg | 216 kg | 216 kg |
| Seat height | 831 mm | 831 mm | 831 mm | 830 mm | 831 mm | 831 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L |
Pros and cons
Advantages
Very high output
The 322 hp (240 kW) engine and 164.7 Nm of torque deliver substantial performance for riders seeking a powerful machine.
Adjustable suspension
Damping and spring preload adjustability at both ends lets riders tailor the suspension setup.
Things to consider
Slick tires
The slick tires are suited to dry track conditions and are not a practical choice for wet-road riding.
Tall seat
At 831 mm, the seat height can make it difficult for shorter riders to put both feet down.
ABS is optional
ABS is not included on every configuration, so braking assistance is not guaranteed.
Rider fit
Rider fit calculator
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Estimated from your height: 79 cm
How to measure
Stand barefoot with your back to a wall. Hold a book firmly between your legs, then measure from the floor to the top edge of the book.
Estimated ground reach
Balls of both feet likely down
You should reach on both sides, but probably not with your heels fully down.
Seat height
831 mm
Approx. loaded height
801 mm
Estimate assumes about 30 mm of suspension sag. Seat width, footwear, luggage and suspension settings can change real reach. Always sit on the motorcycle before buying.
Fuel range calculator
Enter your expected fuel consumption to estimate the distance on a full tank, with or without a fuel reserve.
Tank 17 L at 5.5 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
309 km
With 10% reserve
278 km
This is a planning estimate, not a measured result. Speed, route, weather, load and riding style can change real consumption.
FAQ
How much power does the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja H2R make?
It makes 322 hp (240 kW).
At what rpm does the Ninja H2R reach peak torque?
Its peak torque of 164.7 Nm arrives at 12,500 rpm.
What is the Ninja H2R's wet weight?
It weighs 216.0 kg wet.
Does the 2026 Ninja H2R have ABS?
ABS is optional.
