KAWASAKI NINJA H2™R

THE KAWASAKI DIFFERENCE

BUILT BEYOND BELIEF

The Kawasaki Ninja H2™R hypersport motorcycle is an engineering marvel made possible only through the sourcing of technological expertise from multiple divisions of Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. (KHI). The result of this unprecedented collaboration is a system of carefully crafted premium components & World Superbike racing inspired next-level electronics that work in concert to create an unbelievably powerful machine—one that’s more than worthy of the legendary H2 name.

SUPERCHARGED POWER

UNPRECEDENTEDLY POWERFUL

​The unprecedented power output of the supercharged Ninja H2^™R motorcycle is made possible only through a system of finely-tuned & carefully crafted high-quality components.

1. IN-HOUSE-DESIGNED SUPERCHARGER

1. Chosen for its high-rpm performance, the centrifugal-type supercharger is incredibly efficient at compressing air (at up to 2.4 x atmospheric pressure) while minimizing heat.
2. ​As a result of the supercharger’s efficiency, no large, heavy inter-cooler was required to cool the compressed air.
3. ​The supercharger was designed to match the engine, allowing high-efficiency operation over a wider range of conditions that could not be provided by a typical supercharger.

IN-HOUSE-DESIGNED SUPERCHARGER

2. SUPERCHARGER IMPELLER

1. The complex shape of the impeller is 3D machined from forged aluminum for high precision & durability.
2. The impeller spins at 9.2x speed of the crankshaft, reaching speeds of nearly 130,000 rpm, pumping a capacity of over 200 liters of air per second into the engine.

SUPERCHARGER IMPELLER

3. THE PLANETARY GEAR

1. Designed using technology from KHI’s Aerospace Company, the planetary gear is incredibly compact & efficient at transferring power.
2. ​The planetary gear runs off power from the crankshaft, driving the impeller (via a “step-up” gear) to incredibly high rpm.

THE PLANETARY GEAR

4. 998cc INLINE 4-CYLINDER ENGINE

1. The engine was painstakingly crafted to endure the extreme stress from the power created by a supercharger.
2. The precision-honed combustion chamber is complemented by a flat piston crown inspired by technology from KHI's Gas Turbine & Machinery Company that helps prevent detonation. 
3. Assist & slipper clutch offers light clutch pull and minimizes rear wheel chatter caused by aggressive downshifting.

998cc INLINE 4-CYLINDER ENGINE

PERFORMANCE

PREMIUM PERFORMANCE

Surrounding the Ninja H2^™R motorcycle’s high-output engine are a multitude of premium, high-performance components, selected specifically for unmatchable performance at track speeds.

1. MOTOGP^™–STYLE​ DOG–RING TRANSMISSION

1. Commonly found in high-performance racing machines, the dog-ring transmission allows for effortless, short shifts. ​
2. Rather than shifting gears into place, the gears in this configuration stay in place, with the lightweight dog rings moving to engage the gears.
3. A high-precision hydraulic clutch features Brembo^® components for smooth actuation & top performance.

MOTOGP^™–STYLE​ DOG–RING TRANSMISSION

2. FULLY ADJUSTABLE HIGH–PERFORMANCE RACING SUSPENSION

1. New Ohlins^® TTX36 rear shock offers precise damping for enhanced traction, comfort and feedback to the rider.
2. New remote shock preload adjuster makes it easy to adjust settings without tools to suit rider preference.
3. The KYB^® AOS-II (Air-Oil-Separate) low friction cartridge fork offers superb action ; initial stroke is smooth & compliant followed by progressive damping through the end of the stroke. 
4. The front fork is fully adjustable for compression & rebound damping, as well as preload.

FULLY ADJUSTABLE HIGH–PERFORMANCE RACING SUSPENSION

3. BREMBO^® BRAKES

1. New Brembo^® clutch lever & front brake lever are designed to prevent wind force from engaging the levers while at higher speed.
2. Top-shelf Brembo brake components tuned specifically for powerful and progressive braking response.
3. In the front, 2 massive 330mm Brembo semi-floating discs are gripped by dual radial-mount Brembo monobloc calipers for superb braking force.
4. In the rear, a 250mm disc provides strong braking performance.

BREMBO^® BRAKES

4. WHEELS & TIRES

1. The lightweight cast aluminum wheels were designed specifically for the Ninja H2^™R & were created using analysis from Kawasaki's World Superbike team. 
2. The star-pattern 5-spoke wheels offer optimum rigidity for high-power performance.
3. The Ninja H2R comes equipped with a massive 200mm rear tire that transmits power to the ground.

WHEELS & TIRES

ADVANCED ELECTRONIC

ADVANCED ELECTRONICS

Key enhancements bring Kawasaki Racing Team (KRT) World SBK championship-proven electronics management technology to the Ninja H2^™R. This results in precise chassis orientation awareness that assists riders' ability to adapt  to a wide range of closed-course riding conditions.​

1. NEW BOSCH^® IMU (INERTIAL MEASUREMENT UNIT)

1. Compact IMU enables inertia along 6 Degrees of Freedom to be monitored.
2. Acceleration along longitudinal, transverse and vertical axes, plus roll rate & pitch are measured.
3. The yaw rate is calculated by the ECU using Kawasaki’s proprietary dynamic modeling software
4. This next-level system enables predictive and adaptive electronics for precise chassis orientation awareness.

INERTIAL MEASUREMENT UNIT

2. NEW KTRC

1. Whereas many competitive traction control systems react to wheel-slip, this IMU-enhanced feedback version of KTRC predicts conditions & acts before slippage exceeds the range for optimal traction.
2. When turned on, riders can choose from 9 modes, allowing riders to choose the degree in which each mode intervenes during riding. Riders may also elect to turn the system off.
3. Modes 1-6 are optimized for track conditions & Modes 7-9 for “street-like” conditions.

KTRC

3. KLCM

1. 3-mode KLCM provides unmatchable acceleration from a stop by electronically controlling engine output to minimize rear wheel-slip and front end lift.
2. ​Kawasaki Launch Control Mode allows the rider to launch from a stop with the throttle held wide open.

KLCM

4. OHLINS^® ELECTRONIC STEERING DAMPER

1. The Öhlins^® electronic steering damper adjusts damping based on a number of inputs.
2. At lower speeds, damping is lessened. As speed increases, steering damping increases for optimal performance.

ELECTRONIC STEERING DAMPER

5. NEW KQS

1.  New for 2017 the KQS now enables clutchless downshifts for quick & smooth deceleration.
2. Complementing the engine’s strong power and the dog-ring transmission, a contactless-type quick shifter enables quick upshifts for seamless acceleration.

KQS

6. KIBS

1. ​New IMU enabled Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System (KIBS) is a supersport-grade high-precision multi-sensing ABS brake assistance system.
2. Uses high-precision control to modulate brake pressure during sport riding.

 KIBS

7. KAWASAKI ENGINE BRAKE CONTROL

1. This system allows riders to set engine braking according to preference.
2. ​When the system is activated, the engine braking effect is reduced, providing less interference when riding on the circuit.

 KAWASAKI ENGINE BRAKE CONTROL

STYLING

STUNNING AERODYNAMIC STYLING

The Ninja H2^™R motorcycle design projects intense force becoming  a product of functional beauty. Each and every angle, from the carbon-fiber wings to the front fender, is designed to contribute unprecedented performance and style.

1. AERODYNAMIC DEVICES

1. ​New carbon-fiber vortex down control wings, designed by KHI’s Aerospace Division feature angled winglets to help smooth airflow around the wingtips, so that the wings can effectively create downforce.
2. ​Compact side cowls and under cowls designed to assist with heat dissipation.
3. ​Highly rigid carbon-fiber upper cowl & aerodynamically shaped rear cowl helps efficiently direct airflow to reduce resistance.
4. ​A chin spoiler on the upper cowl is also function disguised in form, further contributing to downforce generation & higher stability.
5. ​Carbon-fiber 2-blade lower wings create additional downforce for exceptional performance at high speeds.

2. TRELLIS FRAME

1. The trellis frame provides the strength to harness the incredible power of the supercharged engine & the balanced flex to achieve optimal rigidity & pliability for aggressive sport riding.

TRELLIS FRAME

3. NEW MIRROR COATED MATTE ​SPARK BLACK PAINT

1. Developed by KHI, the Mirror Coated Matte Spark Black paint of the fuel tank, fairing and seat cowl is one of a kind.
2. ​The multi-layer composite paint includes a layer of pure silver formed by a chemical reaction, creating the mirrored effect.
3. ​In the shade, the dark base coat shows through the silver for a deep, 3D appearance. In the sun, the silver creates a brilliant metallic effect.

NEW MIRROR COATED MATTE ​SPARK BLACK PAINT

4. HIGH-QUALITY RIVER MARK EMBLEM

1. Reserved only for models of historical significance, the iconic Kawasaki River Mark is featured prominently on the front cowl.
2. The River Mark dates back to the earliest days of Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. & has been used on select motorcycle models since the 1960s.

HIGH-QUALITY RIVER MARK EMBLEM

5. NEW HIGH-TECH INSTRUMENTATION

1. New bank angle display and max bank angle-recording function.
2. Multi-function Meter - Digital LCD screen with black/white reverse display & an analogue-style tachometer.
3. ​Display functions include: digital speedometer, gear position indicator, odometer, dual trip meters, current mileage, average mileage, fuel consumption, coolant temperature, boost indicator, boost (intake air chamber) temperature, stopwatch (lap timer), clock & the Economical Riding Indicator.
4. ​Tachometer design uses an actual needle enhanced by backlit rpm numbers that illuminate to chase the tachometer needle as it moves around the dial.

NEW HIGH-TECH INSTRUMENTATION

6. LED ILLUMINATION

1. Bright, compact LED headlamps are positioned low to evoke the image of a predator’s fangs.
2. ​Elegant LED taillight/brake light is flanked by surface-emitting LED position lamps.
3. ​LED rear turn signals featuring an inner lens, surface texturing & surface-emitting LEDs contribute to the bike’s high-tech image.

LED ILLUMINATION

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