KAWASAKI Ninja H2R vs 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- KAWASAKI Ninja H2R 83 cm Lowest seat here
- 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M 85.5 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 2.5 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 198 hp (2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M) up to 326 hp (KAWASAKI Ninja H2R).
- Torque spans 83 Nm (2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M) up to 165 Nm (KAWASAKI Ninja H2R).
- Weight spans 203 kg (2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M) to 216 kg (KAWASAKI Ninja H2R).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | KAWASAKI Ninja H2R | YAMAHA YZF-R1M |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KAWASAKI | YAMAHA |
| Model | KAWASAKI Ninja H2R | YAMAHA YZF-R1M |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 326hp | 198hp |
| Torque | 165nm. | 83nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 216kg | 203kg |
| Front brake | 330 mm Brembo dual disc, dual radial-mounted 4-piston Brembo monoblock caliper | Dual 320mm hydraulic disc; Brake Control System and ABS |
| Rear brake | 250 mm single disc, Brembo dual-piston caliper | 220mm hydraulic disc; Brake Control System and ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 83cm | 85.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17 | 120/70ZR17 Bridgestone® BATTLAX RACING STREET RS11 |
| Rear tyre | 200/55ZR17 | 200/55ZR17 Bridgestone® BATTLAX RACING STREET RS11 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Öhlins 43 mm inverted fork, rebound damping, compression damping, and spring preload adjustable | 43mm Öhlins® Electronic Racing Suspension NPX fork, fully adjustable; 4.7-in travel |
| Rear suspension | Uni-Trak, Öhlins TTX36 gas-charged shock, compression damping, rebound damping, and spring preload adjustable | Öhlins® Electronic Racing Suspension single shock, fully adjustable; 4.7-in travel |
| Motorcycle type | Supersport | Supersport |
| Top speed | 400km/h | 320km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 17 L – 8 L/100km | 17 L – 8 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $58100 | $27399 |
| Brand price lists | View KAWASAKI price list | View YAMAHA price list |
| Extra features | Additional Features:
|
-Launch Control System (LCS), Lean Angle-Sensitive Traction Control System (TCS) -Lift Control System (LIF), MotoGP®-Developed Slide Control System (SCS) -Power Delivery Mode (PWR), Ride-by-Wire Throttle System -Up & Down Quick Shift System (QSS), Variable Intake System |
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2023 KAWASAKI Ninja H2R vs 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M: listed specifications
The 2023 KAWASAKI Ninja H2R and 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M are closely matched in displacement, while the Ninja H2R has more peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed, and the YZF-R1M has a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
Ninja H2R and YZF-R1M have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
Ninja H2R has a clear listed power advantage (326 hp vs 198 hp).
Torque
Ninja H2R has a clear listed torque advantage (165 Nm vs 83 Nm).
Listed top speed
Ninja H2R has a clear listed top-speed advantage (400 km/h vs 320 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
YZF-R1M has a modest listed weight advantage (203 kg vs 216 kg). Ninja H2R has a lower listed seat height (83 cm vs 85.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque, listed top speed, weight and seat height, while displacement remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of KAWASAKI Ninja H2R vs YAMAHA YZF-R1M?
KAWASAKI Ninja H2R is listed at 400 km/h (249 mph) vs 320 km/h (199 mph) for YAMAHA YZF-R1M.
Which has more horsepower, KAWASAKI Ninja H2R or YAMAHA YZF-R1M?
KAWASAKI Ninja H2R has 326 hp compared with 198 hp on the YAMAHA YZF-R1M.
Which is lighter, KAWASAKI Ninja H2R or YAMAHA YZF-R1M?
YAMAHA YZF-R1M is lighter at 203 kg vs 216 kg for KAWASAKI Ninja H2R.
Which is better, KAWASAKI Ninja H2R or YAMAHA YZF-R1M?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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