Sportbikes
2017Kawasaki Ninja H2
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The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja H2 is a supercharged flagship sportbike built for experienced riders who crave extreme acceleration and a genuine sense of occasion. Its 998 cc in-line four produces 200 hp, backed by Öhlins rear damping and a trellis frame designed to keep that force in check. It is best known as the road-going sibling of the track-only H2R.
- Capacity
- 998.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 238.1 kg
- Seat height
- 825 mm
- Power
- 200.0 HP (146.0 kW) @ 11000 RPM
What’s new for the 2017 Kawasaki Ninja H2
vs the 2016| Spec | 2016 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|
| Front suspension | 43mm inverted fork with rebound and compression damping, spring preload adjustability and top-out springs | 43 mm inverted fork with rebound and compression damping, spring preload adjustability and top-out springs |
| 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 | Uni-Trak, Öhlins TTX36 gas-charged shock with piggyback reservoir, compression damping, rebound damping, preload adjustability and top-out spring |
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. | Double disc. Floating discs. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers. | Single disc |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- A supercharged hyperbike built for outright speed, ferocious acceleration and high-speed sport riding on track days and open roads.
- Built for
- A brutally fast, intoxicating showpiece with signature supercharger whine, top-tier Brembo/Ohlins hardware and mirror-black paint. Raw, exclusive and theatrical.
- Not ideal for
- Beginners, commuters, off-roaders, or anyone wanting relaxed touring, easy city runs or comfortable two-up riding.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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Engine
- Capacity
- 998.0 ccm
- Power
- 200.0 HP (146.0 kW) @ 11000 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 151 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- HKAXC.998AAD-016
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 6.43 L/100km (36.6 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 1.0 CO g/km
- Torque
- 133.5 Nm (13.6 kgf-m) @ 10500 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 8.50 litres/100 km (11.8 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.8400 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 76.0 x 55.0 mm
- Compression
- 8.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Digital
- Aspiration
- Supercharged
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, wet sump with oil cooler
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc, manual
Performance
- 0-60 mph
- 2.60 seconds
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1455 mm
- Overall length
- 2085 mm
- Overall width
- 770 mm
- Overall height
- 1125 mm
- Seat height
- 825 mm
- Wet weight
- 238.1 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
- 43 mm inverted fork with rebound and compression damping, spring preload adjustability and top-out springs
- Rear suspension
- Uni-Trak, Öhlins TTX36 gas-charged shock with piggyback reservoir, compression damping, rebound damping, preload adjustability and top-out spring
- Front wheel travel
- 119 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 135 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 24.5°
- Trail
- 103 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Floating discs.
- Front brakes diameter
- 330 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 250 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 200/55-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Mirror Coated Spark Black
- Warranty
- 12
- Comments
- 154.5 kW (210 PS) at 11.000 rpm with RAM air.
- Fuel Tank Material
- Metal
Specs last verified against published sources: .
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2015 | 2017 | 2018 | 2021 | 2024 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 998 cc | 998 cc | 998 cc | 998 cc | 998 cc | 998 cc |
| Dry weight | — | — | — | — | — | 218 kg |
| Seat height | 826 mm | 825 mm | 825 mm | 825 mm | 825 mm | 825 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki Ninja H2?
The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja H2 has a Capacity of 998.0 ccm (60.90 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Ninja H2 have?
The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja H2 has a Power of 200.0 HP (146.0 kW) @ 11000 RPM.
How many gears does the Kawasaki Ninja H2 have?
The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja H2 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Ninja H2?
The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja H2 has a Torque of 133.5 Nm (13.6 kgf-m or 98.5 ft.lbs) @ 10500 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki Ninja H2 weigh?
The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja H2 has a Wet weight of 238.1 kg (524.9 pounds).
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