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Zh2 Se ABS

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77 /100 High Performance
Power
197 HP
Torque
137 Nm
Engine
998 ccm

2026 Kawasaki Zh2 Se ABS Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Kawasaki for the motorcycle segment, the 2026 Kawasaki Zh2 Se ABS features a 998 cc engine configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 197 HP, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed, return shift, dog-ring gearbox and sealed chain final drive. With a specific output of 197.4 HP per liter, the engine character is placing it firmly in high-revving supersport territory where top-end breathing dominates.

On the scales, the Zh2 Se ABS measures 531.4 kg (1172 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.37 HP/kg (2.7 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 32 mm (1.3 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 57 mm (2.3 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 5-liter (1.3 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 5.1 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 98 km (61 miles) between fill-ups.

Specific Output
197.4 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.37 HP/kg (2.7 kg/HP)
Theoretical Range
~98 km (61 mi)
Engine
Displacement 998 cc
Engine Details 4-stroke, in-line 4-cylinder, DOHC, 16-valve, liquid-cooled, supercharged
Power 197.0 hp
Torque 101.0 lb-ft @ 8,500 rpm
Compression 11.2:1
Bore x Stroke 76.0 x 55.0mm
Fuel System DFI® with 40mm throttle bodies; Kawasaki Supercharger
Ignition TCBI with Digital Advance
Lubrication Forced lubrication, wet sump with oil cooler
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed, return shift, dog-ring
Final Drive Sealed chain
Clutch Wet multi-disc, manual
Performance
Fuel Consumption 5.1 l/100km
Chassis
Frame Type Trellis, high tensile steel
Trail 97 mm
Front Suspension 43mm Showa SFF-BP inverted fork with KECS-controlled rebound and compression damping, manual spring preload adjustability/4.7 in
Rear Suspension Uni-Trak®, Showa gas-charged shock with KECS-controlled compression and rebound damping, manual spring preload adjustability/5.3 in
Wheelbase 57.3 in
Ground Clearance 5.5 in
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 120/70-17
Rear Tyre 190/55-17
Front Brakes Dual 320mm discs with radial-mount Brembo M4.32 Calipers, Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System (KIBS)
Front Brake Ø Ø 290 mm
Rear Brakes Single 260mm disc with single-piston caliper, Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System (KIBS)
Rear Brake Ø Ø 220 mm
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 487.3 lb
Weight incl. 531.4 lb
Seat Height 32.7 in
Overall Height 44.5 in
Overall Length 82.1 in
Overall Width 31.9 in
Fuel Capacity 5.0 gal
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