Kawasaki Z H2 2021 vs. Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2025

Kawasaki Z H2 2021

Kawasaki Z H2 2021

Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2025

Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2025

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Overview - Kawasaki Z H2 2021 vs Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2025

Kawasaki Z H2 2021

Kawasaki Z H2 2021

Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2025

Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2025

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z H2 2021 compared to Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2025

Kawasaki Z H2 2021
Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2025
Kawasaki Z H2 2021
Kawasaki Z H2 2021
Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2025
Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore76 mmBore76 mm
StrokeStroke55 mmStroke55.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power200 HPEngine power157 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpm
TorqueTorque137 NmTorque107 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,500 rpmRpm at Torque9,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.2 Compression Ratio11.7
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement998 ccmDisplacement1,000 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TechnologyTechnologyBig PistonTechnologyBig Piston
BrandBrandShowaBrandShowa
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel118 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountUni TrakShock mountPro-Link
BrandBrandShowaBrandÖhlins
TravelTravel134 mmTravel139 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake65.1 degreeRake25 degree
TrailTrail104 mmTrail98 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelieAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,085 mmLength2,140 mm
WidthWidth810 mmWidth790 mm
HeightHeight1,130 mmHeight1,085 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,455 mmWheelbase1,455 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height830 mmSeat Height809 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)239 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)212 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentBluetooth, Connectivity, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z H2 2021

Kawasaki Z H2 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2025

Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2025

The Honda CB1000 Hornet SP is more than just a new bike - it's a statement. Honda proves that they can still do it. They have created a bike that impresses in every respect: engine, suspension, brakes, price-performance ratio. You sit on it and immediately know how to ride this thing. There are no puzzles, no nasty surprises. Just pure, honest performance at a price that makes the competition look old. This isn't just a good bike - it's a game changer. Honda is back, and how they are back.

Unbeatable price-performance ratio

top shock of the highest specification

high-quality Brembo Stylema brakes

cultivated four-cylinder with good running behaviour

excellent workmanship and Honda reliability

simple, intuitive handling

comfortable ergonomics for lengthy rides

Engine somewhat sluggish under 6,000 rpm

conservative ABS control without IMU limits braking performance

difficult load change at low engine speeds

longer gear ratio in first gear

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z H2 vs Honda CB1000 Hornet SP

Price Kawasaki Z H2

Model year
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Price Honda CB1000 Hornet SP

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