Kawasaki Ninja H2 1000 SX Supercharged - [2018] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.
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Performance Review: Kawasaki Ninja H2 1000 SX Supercharged - [2018]

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Kawasaki Ninja H2 1000 SX Supercharged - [2018]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

  • Edition: Kawasaki Ninja H2 1000 SX Supercharged
  • Year: 2018 | Type: Sport-Touring
  • Engine: 998 cc (60.9 ci) 16 Valve
  • Engine Type: Transverse | Cylinders: 4
  • Engine Stroke: Two | Valve Config: DOHC
  • Fuel Delivery: Supercharger
  • Cooling: Liquid | Fuel Type: Petrol
  • Transmission: 6 speed | Manual
  • Drive: Chain
  • Wet Weight: 256 kgs (564 lbs)
  • Dry Weight: 0 kgs (0 lbs)
  • Power: 197.3 bhp (147 kW) @ 11000 rpm
  • Torque: 101.2 lb-ft (137.2 Nm) @ 9500 rpm
  • BHP Per Ton: 770.7 bhp
  • Torque Per Ton: 395.574 lb-ft
  • 0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 4.8 secs
  • 0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 4.9 secs
  • Top Speed: 186 mph (299.3 kph)
  • 1/4 Mile (Est.): 12.6 secs @ 0 mph
  • Frame: Steel
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Introduction:

This edition of the Kawasaki Ninja H2 1000 SX Supercharged is the 6 speed | Manual version and was first brought out in 2018. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 2019 Yamaha XSR 700 XTribute and the 2018 Yamaha XSR 700 Twin.This particular Kawasaki Ninja H2 has a 998cc Liquid cooled, Two stroke, Transverse Petrol powerplant with 4 cylinders and Supercharger.

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT - [2025] image

An alternative Transverse engine, Sport-Touring style motorbike includes the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT - [2025]

The 2018 Ninja H2 shares its Transverse engine and Sport-Touring style configuration with the likes of the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT and the 1978 Yamaha XS 750 E. Alternatively, if you're looking for other bikes which share the Ninja H2's Sport-Touring style with a similar size of engine then how about the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT | 2025cc.2023 Yamaha MXT 890 Niken GT | 2023cc.

Power and Torque:

Weighing in at 256 kgs (564 lbs) this makes the Kawasaki Ninja H2 1000 SX Supercharged in the same weight category as the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 Triple or the 2025 Yamaha Tenere 700 Rally, give or take 50kg.

Honda CBR 1000 RR-R Fireblade SP - [2024] image

The 2018 Kawasaki Ninja H2 shares the same bhp with the Honda CBR 1000 RR-R Fireblade SP - [2024]

In terms of power the 998cc 16 valve Transverse 4 cylinder engine produces 197.3 bhp (147 kW) @ 11000 rpm similar to the 2024 Honda CBR 1000 RR-R Fireblade SP [215 bhp (160 kW) @ 14000 rpm] or the 2024 Kawasaki ZX-10 RR Ninja Limited Edition [204 bhp (152 kW) @ 14000 rpm].

The DOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 101.2 lb-ft (137.2 Nm) @ 9500 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2024 Norton V4SV 1200 One of One [92.0 lb-ft (124.8 Nm) @ 9000 rpm] and the 2024 Honda CBR 1000 RR-R Fireblade [82.5 lb-ft (111.9 Nm) @ 12000 rpm].

Power to Weight:

If one combines the weight with power or torque performance for the Kawasaki Ninja H2 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

Buell-EBR 1125R V-Twin - [2009] image

The 2009 Buell-EBR 1125R V-Twin has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 2018 Kawasaki Ninja H2 1000 SX Supercharged.

The 2018 Kawasaki Ninja H2 1000 SX Supercharged has a Power to weight ratio of 770.7 bhp per ton and 395.574 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 2018 Ninja H2 competing with the 2009 Buell-EBR 1125R V-Twin [795.2 bhp\ton] and the 2008 Buell-EBR 1125R V-Twin [795.2 bhp\ton].


Power to Weight(cont.):

If you agree with the late great Carroll Shelby, then arguably an even better indicator of potential performance is Torque. Factor weight into the equation and you end up with - Torque per ton, with the Kawasaki Ninja H2 generating around 395.574 lb-ft per ton. If you're curious as to what other motorbikes have as much torque to weight then look no further than the 2006 Yamaha YZF1000 R1 50th Anniversary Special Edition [420.450 lb-ft per ton] and the 2006 Yamaha YZF1000 R1 [420.450 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 4.8 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 4.9 secs, this makes the Kawasaki Ninja H2 1000 SX Supercharged similar in acceleration to the 2022 Yamaha MT-10 SP (4.8 secs) and the 2020 Yamaha MT-10 SOHC (4.8 secs). This Kawasaki Ninja H2 1000 SX Supercharged also competes in terms of 0-60 mph and 0-100km/h with the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (0.0 secs) and the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ (0.0 secs).

Kawasaki ZZR 1400 30th Anniversary Limited Edition - [2015] image

Quarter Mile time is a close race between the 2018 Kawasaki Ninja H2 1000 SX Supercharged and the 2015 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

When talking about the performance of the 2018 Kawasaki Ninja H2 1000 SX Supercharged on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 10 secs @ 0 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 2015 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 30th Anniversary Limited Edition (10 secs) and the 2020 Kawasaki Ninja H2 1000 SX-SE Supercharged (10 secs).

Top Speed:

The 2018 version of the Kawasaki Ninja H2 1000 SX Supercharged has a maximum speed of 186mph.

Norton V4SV 1200 One of One - [2024] image

Top Speed of the 2018 Ninja H2 equals the 2024 Norton V4SV 1200 One of One

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 2018 Kawasaki Ninja H2 1000 SX Supercharged then how about a 2024 Norton V4SV 1200 One of One (200 mph) and the 2024 Norton V4SV 1200 125th Anniversary (200 mph).

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