Sport Tourers
2024Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX
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The 2024 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX is a supercharged sport-touring motorcycle designed for riders seeking thrilling performance without sacrificing comfort and practicality. Renowned for its unique centrifugal supercharger delivering 137 Nm of torque and impressive acceleration, it combines aggressive styling with a manageable 835 mm seat height and 19-liter fuel capacity for longer journeys. This bike excels for experienced riders who want track-capable power paired with touring capability and everyday usability.
- Capacity
- 998.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 256.0 kg
- Seat height
- 835 mm
- Power
- 200.0 HP (146.0 kW) @ 11000 RPM
What’s new for the 2024 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX
vs the 2023| Spec | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 228.0 HP (166.4 kW) @ 11500 RPM | 200.0 HP (146.0 kW) @ 11000 RPM |
| Torque | 141.7 Nm (14.4 kgf-m or 104.5 ft.lbs) @ 8500 RPM | 137.3 Nm (14.0 kgf-m or 101.3 ft.lbs) @ 9500 RPM |
| Wet weight | 261.7 kg (576.9 pounds) | 256.0 kg (564.4 pounds) |
| Front suspension | 43mm inverted fork with KECS-controlled rebound and compression damping, manual 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 | New Uni-Trak®, BFRC gas charged shock with piggyback reservoir, KECS-controlled compression and rebound damping electronically-adjustable spring preload | Uni-Trak, gas-charged shock with piggyback reservoir, compression damping, rebound damping, remote spring preload adjustability and top-out spring |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Floating discs. ABS. | Double disc. Floating discs. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. | Single disc |
| Compression | 8.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as a homologation-special superbike for track days and racing, prioritizing outright speed and cornering precision over everyday practicality.
- Built for
- A razor-sharp, high-strung race weapon that rewards commitment and precision with blistering acceleration and pinpoint cornering ability.
- Not ideal for
- Not suitable for beginners, commuters, or anyone wanting a comfortable, relaxed ride for daily use or long-distance touring.
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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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Engine
- Capacity
- 998.0 ccm
- Power
- 200.0 HP (146.0 kW) @ 11000 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 146 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- RKAXC.998AAL-011
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 6.22 L/100km (37.8 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 0.3 CO g/km
- Torque
- 137.3 Nm (14.0 kgf-m) @ 9500 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 7.70 litres/100 km (13.0 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.7813 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 76.0 x 55.0 mm
- Compression
- 11.2:1
- 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
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1480 mm
- Overall length
- 2135 mm
- Overall width
- 775 mm
- Overall height
- 1205 mm
- Seat height
- 835 mm
- Wet weight
- 256.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 19.00 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, gas-charged shock with piggyback reservoir, compression damping, rebound damping, remote spring preload adjustability and top-out spring
- Front wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 139 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 27.0°
- 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
- 190/55-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Metallic Carbon Gray/Metallic Matte Carbon Gray Metallic Carbon Gray
- Warranty
- 12
- Fuel Tank Material
- Metal
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 | 2018 | 2020 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 998 cc | 998 cc | 998 cc | 998 cc | 998 cc | 998 cc |
| Dry weight | — | — | — | — | — | 246 kg |
| Seat height | 835 mm | 836 mm | 836 mm | 836 mm | 835 mm | 835 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 19 L | 19 L | 17 L | 18.9 L | 19 L | 19 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 SX?
The 2024 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX has a Capacity of 998.0 ccm (60.90 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX have?
The 2024 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX has a Power of 200.0 HP (146.0 kW) @ 11000 RPM.
How many gears does the Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX have?
The 2024 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX?
The 2024 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX has a Torque of 137.3 Nm (14.0 kgf-m or 101.3 ft.lbs) @ 9500 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX weigh?
The 2024 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX has a Wet weight of 256.0 kg (564.4 pounds).
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