Sportbikes
2016Kawasaki Ninja H2R
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The 2016 Kawasaki Ninja H2R is a closed-course, track-only missile built for experienced riders chasing the outer limits of acceleration. Its supercharged 998 cc in-line four delivers a claimed 306 hp, backed by a trellis frame and fully adjustable suspension. It is best known as one of the most extreme production machines ever offered, a street-legal H2's unrestrained sibling.
- 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 (228.0 kW) @ 14000 RPM
What’s new for the 2016 Kawasaki Ninja H2R
vs the 2015| Spec | 2015 | 2016 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 305.8 HP (228.0 kW) | 305.8 HP (228.0 kW) @ 14000 RPM |
| Torque | — | 165.0 Nm (16.8 kgf-m or 121.7 ft.lbs) @ 12500 RPM |
| Front suspension | 43mm inverted fork with rebound and compression damping, spring preload adjustability and top-out springs / 4.7 in | 43mm 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 / 5.3 in | Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock, piggyback reservoir, dual-range (high/low speed) compression damping, rebound damping and preload adjustability, and top-out spring |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- 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.
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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- Capacity
- 998.0 ccm
- Power
- 305.8 HP (228.0 kW) @ 14000 RPM
- Torque
- 165.0 Nm (16.8 kgf-m) @ 12500 RPM
- 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
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
- 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
- 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
Other
- Color options
- Mirror Coated Black/Real Carbon
- Warranty
- 12
- Comments
- 326 hp at 14.000 rpm with RAM air. Listed power is without ram air (228 kW / 310 PS).
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 | 2016 | 2018 | 2021 | 2024 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 998 cc | 998 cc | 998 cc | 998 cc | 998 cc | 998 cc |
| Dry weight | — | — | — | — | — | 196 kg |
| Seat height | 831 mm | 831 mm | 830 mm | 831 mm | 830 mm | 831 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 H2R?
The 2016 Kawasaki Ninja H2R has a Capacity of 998.0 ccm (60.90 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Ninja H2R have?
The 2016 Kawasaki Ninja H2R has a Power of 305.8 HP (228.0 kW) @ 14000 RPM.
How many gears does the Kawasaki Ninja H2R have?
The 2016 Kawasaki Ninja H2R has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Ninja H2R?
The 2016 Kawasaki Ninja H2R has a Torque of 165.0 Nm (16.8 kgf-m or 121.7 ft.lbs) @ 12500 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki Ninja H2R weigh?
The 2016 Kawasaki Ninja H2R has a Wet weight of 216.1 kg (476.4 pounds).
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