KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE vs 2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT

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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.

Top on paper
KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE
85 pts
2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT
15 pts

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

KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE
29.8 pts
Best fit here
2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT
71.3 pts

Touring / long rides

Best fit here
KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE
98.2 pts
2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT
24.2 pts

Sporty riding

Best fit here
KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE
83.9 pts
2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT
9.9 pts

New rider friendly

KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE
30 pts
Best fit here
2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT
69 pts

Seat height (cm)

Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.

  • KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE 83.5 cm Lowest seat here
  • 2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT 84.5 cm Tallest seat here

Spread in this comparison: about 1 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 119 hp (2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT) up to 200 hp (KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE).
  • Torque spans 93 Nm (2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT) up to 137.3 Nm (KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE).
  • Weight spans 231 kg (2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT) to 267 kg (KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE).
  • Displacement spans 900 cc (2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT) to 1000 cc (KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE).
Specification KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE 2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT
Brand KAWASAKI YAMAHA
Model KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE 2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT
Engine size 1000cc 900cc
Power 200hp 119hp
Torque 137.3nm. 93nm.
Cylinders / valves 4 cylinders, 16 valves 3 cylinders, 12 valves
Weight 267kg 231kg
Front brake Dual 320mm discs, ABS, Brembo calipers Hydraulic dual disc brake, Ø 298 mm
Rear brake Single disc, ABS, Brembo caliper Hydraulic single disc brake, Ø 267 mm
Seat height (cm) 83.5cm 84.5cm
Front tyre 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) Tubeless
Rear tyre 190/55ZR17M/C (75W) 180/55ZR17M/C (73W) Tubeless
Cooling Liquid cooling Liquid cooling
Front suspension ø43 mm inverted fork with KECS-controlled rebound and compression damping, manually adjustable spring preload, and top-out springs. KYB 41 mm inverted fork, fully adjustable, 130 mm travel
Rear suspension New Uni-Trak with piggyback reservoir BFRC lite gas-charged shock, KECS-controlled compression and rebound damping, and electronically adjustable spring preload. KYB mono-shock, fully adjustable, 131 mm travel
Motorcycle type Touring Touring
Top speed 300km/h 240km/h
Fuel capacity / consumption 19 L – 6 L/100km 19 L – 6 L/100km
Service network
Service quality
Parts availability
Price $28900 $20000
Brand price lists View KAWASAKI price list View YAMAHA price list
Extra features

Additional Features:

  • VHA (Vehicle Hold Assist)
  • ESS (Emergency Stop Signal)
  • BSD (Blind Spot Detection)
  • KECS with Skyhook
  • ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control)
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

– 7" TFT display with speedometer, tachometer, odometer, gear indicator, fuel gauge, dual trip meters, date, clock
– Smartphone connectivity

– LED lights, cornering lights, adaptive headlight, emergency braking lights. Y-AMT only: self-cancelling indicators, illuminated switches
– Riding modes, cornering traction control, slide control, wheelie control
– Cruise control, USB-C port, fully keyless, speed limiter, centre stand, front storage, electric windscreen. Y-AMT only: heated grips, hill-hold, adjustable foot pegs (it appears to be in the lower position). Optional: heated grips, heated seats, TPMS

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2023 KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE vs 2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT: listed specifications

The 2023 KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE and 2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT differ on the listed specifications: the Ninja H2 SX SE has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed, and the TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT has a lower listed weight.

Engine displacement

Ninja H2 SX SE has a larger listed engine displacement (1000 cc vs 900 cc).

Peak power

Ninja H2 SX SE has a clear listed power advantage (200 hp vs 119 hp).

Torque

Ninja H2 SX SE has a clear listed torque advantage (137.3 Nm vs 93 Nm).

Listed top speed

Ninja H2 SX SE has a clear listed top-speed advantage (300 km/h vs 240 km/h).

Cooling

Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.

Weight and seat height

TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT is notably lighter on the listed weight (231 kg vs 267 kg). Ninja H2 SX SE and TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT have very similar seat heights (83.5 cm vs 84.5 cm).

Conclusion

The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed and weight, while seat height remains relatively close.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE vs 2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT?

KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE is listed at 300 km/h (186 mph) vs 240 km/h (149 mph) for 2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT.

Which has more horsepower, KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE or 2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT?

KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE has 200 hp compared with 119 hp on the 2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT.

Which is lighter, KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE or 2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT?

2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT is lighter at 231 kg vs 267 kg for KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE.

Which is better, KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE or 2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT?

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.