KAWASAKI Ninja H2R vs DUCATI Diavel
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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 Tallest seat here
- DUCATI Diavel 79 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 4 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 168 hp (DUCATI Diavel) up to 326 hp (KAWASAKI Ninja H2R).
- Torque spans 126 Nm (DUCATI Diavel) up to 165 Nm (KAWASAKI Ninja H2R).
- Weight spans 211 kg (DUCATI Diavel) to 216 kg (KAWASAKI Ninja H2R).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | KAWASAKI Ninja H2R | DUCATI Diavel |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KAWASAKI | DUCATI |
| Model | KAWASAKI Ninja H2R | DUCATI Diavel |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 326hp | 168hp |
| Torque | 165nm. | 126nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 216kg | 211kg |
| Front brake | 330 mm Brembo dual disc, dual radial-mounted 4-piston Brembo monoblock caliper | Disc 320mm (double) (ABS) |
| Rear brake | 250 mm single disc, Brembo dual-piston caliper | Disc 260mm (ABS) |
| Seat height (cm) | 83cm | 79cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17 | 120/70ZR17 Diablo Rosso 3 |
| Rear tyre | 200/55ZR17 | 240/45ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso 3 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Öhlins 43 mm inverted fork, rebound damping, compression damping, and spring preload adjustable | 50mm fully adjustable |
| Rear suspension | Uni-Trak, Öhlins TTX36 gas-charged shock, compression damping, rebound damping, and spring preload adjustable | Monoshock fully adjustable |
| Motorcycle type | Supersport | Chopper – Cruiser |
| Top speed | 400km/h | 245km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 17 L – 8 L/100km | 20 L – 6.4 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $58100 | $26995 |
| Brand price lists | View KAWASAKI price list | View DUCATI price list |
| Extra features | Additional Features:
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-Driving mode, -Power mode -Traction control, -Wheelie Control -Cruise Control, TFT screen -Departure control and assistant |
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2023 KAWASAKI Ninja H2R vs 2023 DUCATI Diavel: listed specifications
The 2023 KAWASAKI Ninja H2R and 2023 DUCATI Diavel are closely matched in weight and displacement, while the Ninja H2R has more peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
Ninja H2R and Diavel have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
Ninja H2R has a clear listed power advantage (326 hp vs 168 hp).
Torque
Ninja H2R has a clear listed torque advantage (165 Nm vs 126 Nm).
Listed top speed
Ninja H2R has a clear listed top-speed advantage (400 km/h vs 245 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Ninja H2R and Diavel have very similar listed weights (216 kg vs 211 kg). There is a noticeable listed seat-height difference: Ninja H2R is listed higher (83 cm) than Diavel (79 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque, listed top speed and seat height, while displacement and weight remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of KAWASAKI Ninja H2R vs DUCATI Diavel?
KAWASAKI Ninja H2R is listed at 400 km/h (249 mph) vs 245 km/h (152 mph) for DUCATI Diavel.
Which has more horsepower, KAWASAKI Ninja H2R or DUCATI Diavel?
KAWASAKI Ninja H2R has 326 hp compared with 168 hp on the DUCATI Diavel.
Which is lighter, KAWASAKI Ninja H2R or DUCATI Diavel?
DUCATI Diavel is lighter at 211 kg vs 216 kg for KAWASAKI Ninja H2R.
Which is better, KAWASAKI Ninja H2R or DUCATI Diavel?
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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