2015Kawasaki Ninja H2R

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The 2015 Kawasaki Ninja H2R is a track-focused hyperbike designed exclusively for experienced riders seeking extreme performance. Powered by a supercharged engine producing class-leading horsepower, it combines aggressive aerodynamics, advanced braking technology, and lightweight construction for uncompromising speed on closed circuits. This limited-production machine is best known for redefining superbike performance with its revolutionary forced induction system.

Capacity: 998.0 ccm
Engine: In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Wet weight: 216.1 kg
Seat height: 831 mm
Power: 305.8 HP (224.9 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail0%

Cornering90%

City riding5%

Daily riding3%

Touring5%

Two-up0%

Track100%

Best for: Built purely for outright top speed and record-chasing track performance rather than any form of practical transportation.
Built for: An uncompromising, adrenaline-driven hypersport weapon that rewards precision and punishes hesitation.
Not ideal for: This bike is not for commuting, touring, carrying passengers, beginners, or anyone seeking comfort or everyday usability.

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At 831mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2015 Kawasaki Ninja H2R, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 998.0 ccm
Power: 305.8 HP (224.9 kW)
Engine type: In-line four, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 1.4151 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke: 76.0 x 55.0 mm
Compression: 8.3:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Digital
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Forced lubrication, wet sump with oil cooler
Torque: Not on record - add it

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet multi-disc, manual

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1450 mm
Overall length: 2070 mm
Overall width: 770 mm
Overall height: 1161 mm
Seat height: 831 mm
Wet weight: 216.1 kg
Fuel capacity: 17.00 litres
Ground clearance: 130 mm
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Trellis, high-tensile steel, with swingarm mounting plate
Front suspension: 43mm inverted fork with rebound and compression damping, spring preload adjustability and top-out springs / 4.7 in
Rear suspension: Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock, piggyback reservoir, dual-range (high/low speed) compression damping, rebound damping and preload adjustability, and top-out spring / 5.3 in
Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 135 mm
Rake (fork angle): 25.1°
Trail: 109 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.
Front brakes diameter: 330 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers.
Rear brakes diameter: 250 mm
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 190/65-ZR17