Kawasaki Z900 2021 vs. Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2015

Kawasaki Z900 2021

Kawasaki Z900 2021

Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2015

Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2015

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 2021 vs Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2015

The Kawasaki Z900 2021 and the Kawasaki Ninja H2 R 2015 are both impressive motorcycles, but they have distinct differences in terms of performance, features, and overall riding experience.

Starting with the technical specifications, the Kawasaki Z900 2021 is equipped with a 948cc inline-four engine that produces 125.4 horsepower and 98.6 Nm of torque. It has a compression ratio of 11.8 and features DOHC with four valves per cylinder. The Z900 has a liquid cooling system and a displacement of 948cc. It comes with an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension and a swing arm rear suspension. The Z900 has a steel double cradle frame and is equipped with double disk brakes at the front. It has a wheelbase of 1450mm, a seat height of 795mm, and a kerb weight of 210kg with ABS.

Kawasaki Z900 2021

Kawasaki Z900 2021

On the other hand, the Kawasaki Ninja H2 R 2015 is a supersport motorcycle powered by a 998cc inline-four engine that delivers an impressive 310 horsepower and 165 Nm of torque. It has a compression ratio of 8.3 and also features DOHC with four valves per cylinder. The Ninja H2 R has a liquid cooling system and a displacement of 998cc. It is equipped with a telescopic fork front suspension and a single swing arm rear suspension. The Ninja H2 R has a steel tubular frame and is equipped with double disk brakes at the front. It has a wheelbase of 1450mm, a seat height of 830mm, and a kerb weight of 216kg with ABS.

In terms of strengths, the Kawasaki Z900 2021 offers a powerful four-cylinder engine, intuitive handling, good equipment, aggressive looks, and value for money. On the other hand, the Kawasaki Ninja H2 R 2015 is praised for its quality of workmanship, impressive power and torque, traction, surprisingly low maintenance requirements for a bike in the 300 horsepower league, and acceleration that feels out of this world. The Ninja H2 R also boasts high-quality details, superb paintwork, excellent brakes, and great stability in every situation.

Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2015

Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2015

However, both motorcycles have their weaknesses. The Kawasaki Z900 2021 lacks a quickshifter option and faces competition from other bikes that have a 6-axis IMU, which provides advanced electronic features. On the other hand, the Kawasaki Ninja H2 R 2015 has some weaknesses in terms of engine response at the first few degrees of throttle, understeer at high speeds, higher maintenance requirements compared to normal bikes, and the sound, although loved by some, can cause problems on race tracks.

In conclusion, the Kawasaki Z900 2021 and the Kawasaki Ninja H2 R 2015 are both impressive motorcycles, but they cater to different riders and preferences. The Z900 offers a balance of power, handling, and value for money, while the Ninja H2 R delivers extreme power, top-notch craftsmanship, and a thrilling riding experience. Ultimately, the choice between the two would depend on the rider's priorities and preferences.

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 2021 compared to Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2015

Kawasaki Z900 2021
Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2015

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore73.4 mmBore76 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke55 mm
Engine powerEngine power125.4 HPEngine power310 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power14,000 rpm
TorqueTorque98.6 NmTorque165 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,700 rpmRpm at Torque12,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio8.3
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyPetalTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height60 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height65 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,070 mmLength2,070 mm
WidthWidth820 mmWidth770 mm
HeightHeight1,065 mmHeight1,160 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height830 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)210 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)216 kg
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 2021

Kawasaki Z900 2021

In terms of price-performance, the Kawasaki Z900 is hard to beat at the moment. With the perfectly tuned engine, the high-quality chassis components and the electronics added for 2020, this naked bike offers everything that sporty riders will be looking for. There is really nothing to complain about, except for the lack of a quickshifter option.

powerful four-cylinder

intuitive handling

good equipment

aggressive looks

value for money

No quickshifter option

competitors with 6-axis IMU electronically ahead.

Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2015

Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2015

The Kawasaki crew had a vision. To build a motorbike that creates excitement and pushes into completely new dimensions in terms of performance and technology. This vision has succeeded. The 326 hp machine can be piloted by experienced riders without acute danger to their lives. The intensity of the acceleration is indescribable. But the perfect overall appearance of the motorbike with countless high-quality details is also thrilling. Compared to normal motorbikes, the H2 R has its weaknesses in throttle response and line precision at high speeds. All in all, the H2 R is the most fascinating motorbike 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 adrenaline.

Quality of workmanship

Power, torque, traction, surprisingly low maintenance requirements in the 300 hp league

Acceleration - as if from another star

Engine control is basically very good

If you are taller than 185 cm, be sure to try it out - it could be tight for your feet

High-quality details in all corners

Over 300 hp, but still the highest quality standards from series production

Superb paintwork

Excellent brakes

Great stability in every situation.

Engine response at the first few degrees of throttle

Understeer at high speeds

Higher maintenance than normal bikes

The sound is infernal - you can love it, but it can also cause problems on race tracks.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 vs Kawasaki Ninja H2R

There are a few key differences between a Kawasaki Z900 2021 and a Kawasaki Ninja H2 R 2015. There are the same number of bikes of both models available on the 1000PS.de marketplace, specifically 33. It takes less time to sell a Kawasaki Z900 with 107 days compared to 2,298 days for a Kawasaki Ninja H2 R. Since model year 2017 1000PS.de editors have written 46 reviews for the Kawasaki Z900 and 13 reviews for the Kawasaki Ninja H2 R since model year 2015. The first review for the Kawasaki Z900 was published on 11/11/2016 and now has more than 93,200 views. This compares to more than 413,000 views for the first review on Kawasaki Ninja H2 R published on 04/11/2014.

Price Kawasaki Z900

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Price Kawasaki Ninja H2R

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