KAWASAKI Ninja H2R vs DUCATI XDiavel V4

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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 H2R
100 pts
DUCATI XDiavel V4
0 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

Best fit here
KAWASAKI Ninja H2R
52.7 pts
DUCATI XDiavel V4
52.5 pts

Touring / long rides

Best fit here
KAWASAKI Ninja H2R
71.5 pts
DUCATI XDiavel V4
38.1 pts

Sporty riding

Best fit here
KAWASAKI Ninja H2R
99 pts
DUCATI XDiavel V4
9.4 pts

New rider friendly

KAWASAKI Ninja H2R
33 pts
Best fit here
DUCATI XDiavel V4
63.4 pts

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 XDiavel V4 75.5 cm Lowest seat here

Spread in this comparison: about 7.5 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 160 hp (DUCATI XDiavel V4) up to 326 hp (KAWASAKI Ninja H2R).
  • Torque spans 127 Nm (DUCATI XDiavel V4) up to 165 Nm (KAWASAKI Ninja H2R).
  • Weight spans 216 kg (KAWASAKI Ninja H2R) to 221 kg (DUCATI XDiavel V4).
  • Engine sizes are very close.

Reader votes so far — total 1: KAWASAKI Ninja H2R (1); DUCATI XDiavel V4 (0).

Specification KAWASAKI Ninja H2R DUCATI XDiavel V4
Brand KAWASAKI DUCATI
Model KAWASAKI Ninja H2R DUCATI XDiavel V4
Engine size 1000cc 1000cc
Power 326hp 160hp
Torque 165nm. 127nm.
Cylinders / valves 4 cylinders, 16 valves 4 cylinders, 16 valves
Weight 216kg 221kg
Front brake 330 mm Brembo dual disc, dual radial-mounted 4-piston Brembo monoblock caliper 320mm double disc with 4-piston Brembo caliper (Bosch ABS)
Rear brake 250 mm single disc, Brembo dual-piston caliper 265mm single disc Brembo caliper (Bosch ABS)
Seat height (cm) 83cm 75.5cm
Front tyre 120/70ZR17 120/70ZR17 Pirelli 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 Adjustable 50mm shock absorber
Rear suspension Uni-Trak, Öhlins TTX36 gas-charged shock, compression damping, rebound damping, and spring preload adjustable Adjustable monoshock absorber
Motorcycle type Supersport Chopper – Cruiser
Top speed 400km/h 240km/h
Fuel capacity / consumption 17 L – 8 L/100km 18 L – 6 L/100km
Service network
Service quality
Parts availability
Price $58100 $27000
Brand price lists View KAWASAKI price list View DUCATI price list
Extra features

Additional Features:

  • Lean Angle Indicator
  • KCMF (Kawasaki Cornering Management Function)
  • Öhlins electronic steering damper
  • Dog-Ring transmission
  • KTRC 3 modes (Kawasaki Traction Control)
  • KLCM (Kawasaki Launch Control System)

-Power mode, -Cruise Control -Handlebar, -3.5 inch TFT screen -Leather seat, -Driving modes -Traction Control

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2023 KAWASAKI Ninja H2R vs 2023 DUCATI XDiavel V4: listed specifications

The 2023 KAWASAKI Ninja H2R and 2023 DUCATI XDiavel V4 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 XDiavel V4 have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).

Peak power

Ninja H2R has a clear listed power advantage (326 hp vs 160 hp).

Torque

Ninja H2R has a clear listed torque advantage (165 Nm vs 127 Nm).

Listed top speed

Ninja H2R has a clear listed top-speed advantage (400 km/h vs 240 km/h).

Cooling

Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.

Weight and seat height

Ninja H2R and XDiavel V4 have very similar listed weights (216 kg vs 221 kg). There is a noticeable listed seat-height difference: Ninja H2R is listed higher (83 cm) than XDiavel V4 (75.5 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.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of KAWASAKI Ninja H2R vs DUCATI XDiavel V4?

KAWASAKI Ninja H2R is listed at 400 km/h (249 mph) vs 240 km/h (149 mph) for DUCATI XDiavel V4.

Which has more horsepower, KAWASAKI Ninja H2R or DUCATI XDiavel V4?

KAWASAKI Ninja H2R has 326 hp compared with 160 hp on the DUCATI XDiavel V4.

Which is lighter, KAWASAKI Ninja H2R or DUCATI XDiavel V4?

KAWASAKI Ninja H2R is lighter at 216 kg vs 221 kg for DUCATI XDiavel V4.

Which is better, KAWASAKI Ninja H2R or DUCATI XDiavel V4?

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.