Positioned in Kawasaki's sport motorcycle lineup, the 2021 Kawasaki Ninja H2R utilizes a 998 cc (60.9 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 228 HP (166.4 kW) at 11,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 141.7 Nm (104.5 lb-ft) at 11,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 228.5 HP per liter and a 500 rpm working window between peak torque (11,000 rpm) and peak power (11,500 rpm), the engine character is placing it firmly in high-revving supersport territory where top-end breathing dominates.
On the scales, the Ninja H2R measures 215.9 kg (476 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 1.06 HP/kg (0.95 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 831 mm (32.7 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,450 mm (57.1 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 17-liter (4.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 7 indexed model years from 2015 to 2023, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
228.5 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
1.06 HP/kg (0.95 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
11,000–11,500 rpm
Standover Height
831 mm (32.7 in)
Engine
Displacement998.0 ccm (60.90 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSupercharger
Power228.0 HP (166.4 kW)) @ 11500 RPM
Torque141.7 Nm (14.4 kgf-m or 104.5 ft.lbs) @ 11000 RPM
Compression8.3:1
Bore x Stroke76.0 x 55.0 mm (3.0 x 2.2 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. DFI® with 50mm throttle bodies (4) with dual injection
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionDigital
LubricationForced lubrication, wet sump with oil cooler
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet multi-disc, manual
DrivelineSealed chain
Chassis
Frame TypeTrellis, high-tensile steel with Swingarm Mounting Plate
Rake25.1°
Trail109 mm (4.3 inches)
Front Suspension43 mm inverted fork with rebound and compression damping, spring preload adjustability and top-out springs
Front Travel119 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear SuspensionUni-Trak, Öhlins TTX36 gas-charged shock with piggyback reservoir, compression damping, rebound damping, preload adjustability and top-out spring
WheelsLightweight cast aluminum wheels. Bridgestone Racing Battlax V01F Slick tyres.
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.215.9 kg (476.0 pounds)
Seat Height831 mm (32.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1161 mm (45.7 inches)
Overall Length2070 mm (81.5 inches)
Overall Width851 mm (33.5 inches)
Fuel Capacity17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsMirror Coated Matte Spark Black
LightAll LED lighting
Warranty12 month Limited Warranty
Notes
Kawasaki Cornering Management Function (KCMF), Kawasaki Traction Control (KTRC), Kawasaki Launch Control Mode (KLCM), Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System (KIBS).
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Power
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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