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All Bikes/Compare/Honda Cbr1000rr Fireblade vs Kawasaki Ninja H2r

Honda Cbr1000rr Fireblade vs Kawasaki Ninja H2r

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Honda Cbr1000rr Fireblade vs Kawasaki Ninja H2r. Honda Cbr1000rr Fireblade: 178 hp @ 13,000 rpm (2017+ model; earlier models ~172 hp) hp, 201 kg (wet/curb weight, 2017 standard model) weight, top speed 299 km/h (electronically limited; estimated), Motoryk rating 8.5/10. Kawasaki Ninja H2r: 310 hp @ 14,000 rpm (with ram-air effect; 300 hp without) hp, 216 kg (curb/wet weight) weight, top speed 400+ km/h (manufacturer-tested; electronically limited in some configurations), Motoryk rating 8.5/10.

Performance at a Glance

Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value

Honda Cbr1000rr Fireblade Kawasaki Ninja H2r
Horsepower (hp)
178 hp
310 hp
Torque (Nm)
114 Nm
165 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
299 km/h
400 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
201 kg
216 kg
Type
Supersport
Supersport
Horsepower
178 hp @ 13,000 rpm (2017+ model; earlier models ~172 hp)
310 hp @ 14,000 rpm (with ram-air effect; 300 hp without)
Torque
114 Nm @ 11,500 rpm
165 Nm @ 12,500 rpm
Top Speed
299 km/h (electronically limited; estimated)
400+ km/h (manufacturer-tested; electronically limited in some configurations)
Weight
201 kg (wet/curb weight, 2017 standard model)
216 kg (curb/wet weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L typical real-world average)
Estimated 8–12 L/100km under track conditions (no official real-world figure; track-only use)
Fairing
Yes
Yes

Individual Reviews

Honda Cbr1000rr Fireblade
Honda Cbr1000rr Fireblade
8.5/10

"A genuinely brilliant sportsbike that demands respect and rewards skill."

Pros
+Bulletproof Honda reliability
+Incredible high-rpm power delivery
+Sharp, communicative chassis feedback
Cons
Punishing on long commutes
Older stator units fail
Aging suspension needs rebuilding
Kawasaki Ninja H2r
Kawasaki Ninja H2r
8.5/10

"Spectacular machine, but only for serious, wealthy track obsessives."

Pros
+Unmatched supercharged engineering showcase
+Chassis inspires genuine confidence
+Bulletproof Kawasaki build quality
Cons
Crippling ongoing maintenance costs
Track-only limits usability severely
Previous abuse nearly guaranteed

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R&G Racing Aero Frame Sliders Honda CBR1000RR
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R&G Racing Aero Frame Sliders Honda CBR1000RR
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CYCLEMAX Oil Change Kit Compatible with 2015-2023 Kawasaki Ninja H2 Carbon SX SE+ H2R
Engine Oil
CYCLEMAX Oil Change Kit Compatible with 2015-2023 Kawasaki Ninja H2 Carbon SX SE+ H2R
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Akrapovic Slip-On Line Titanium CBR1000RR
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Akrapovic Slip-On Line Titanium CBR1000RR
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Pirelli Angel ST 120/70ZR17 (58W) Front & 180/55ZR17 (73W) Rear Motorcycle Tires – High-Performance Sport Touring Tire for Enhanced Grip, Durability & Stability – Fits Sport & Touring Bikes
Tires
Pirelli Angel ST 120/70ZR17 (58W) Front & 180/55ZR17 (73W) Rear Motorcycle Tires – High-Performance Sport Touring Tire for Enhanced Grip, Durability & Stability – Fits Sport & Touring Bikes
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Cam Chain Timing Chain Replacing for Honda 14401-MAS-013, for Honda CB900F CB919 2002-2009 for Honda CBR900RR Fireblade 1993-1999, for Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade 2004-2007 for Honda CB1000R
Chain & Lube
Cam Chain Timing Chain Replacing for Honda 14401-MAS-013, for Honda CB900F CB919 2002-2009 for Honda CBR900RR Fireblade 1993-1999, for Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade 2004-2007 for Honda CB1000R
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Caltric Black Drive Chain Compatible with Kawasaki Ninja H2 H2R ZX1000 2015 2016 2017 2018
Chain & Lube
Caltric Black Drive Chain Compatible with Kawasaki Ninja H2 H2R ZX1000 2015 2016 2017 2018
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ExpertPower YTZ10S AGM Motorcycle 12V Battery - 8.6Ah, 220 CCA Powersports Batteries for CBR1000RA, Ninja 650, YZF-R1, YFM35R Raptor ATV, Maxam 2013 Scooter, OEM Fit Replacement
Battery
ExpertPower YTZ10S AGM Motorcycle 12V Battery - 8.6Ah, 220 CCA Powersports Batteries for CBR1000RA, Ninja 650, YZF-R1, YFM35R Raptor ATV, Maxam 2013 Scooter, OEM Fit Replacement
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CB CHROMEBATTERY YTX9-BS 12V 135 CCA AGM – Maintenance Free Powersport Battery for ATV, Motorcycle, Scooter – Fits Honda, Yamaha, Polaris, Suzuki (T3 Terminal)
Battery
CB CHROMEBATTERY YTX9-BS 12V 135 CCA AGM – Maintenance Free Powersport Battery for ATV, Motorcycle, Scooter – Fits Honda, Yamaha, Polaris, Suzuki (T3 Terminal)
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Front and Rear Brake Pads for Honda CBR600RR CBR600 RR 2003-2006 / CBR1000RR CBR 1000 RR CBR 1000RR Fireblade 2004 2005
Brake Pads
Front and Rear Brake Pads for Honda CBR600RR CBR600 RR 2003-2006 / CBR1000RR CBR 1000 RR CBR 1000RR Fireblade 2004 2005
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S SYUU High-Performance Reliable Motorcycle Front Rear Brake Pads Set Kit Compatible with Kawasaki Ninja 1000 H2 H2R 2015 2016 2017 - Low Noise, Easy Installation FA447F FA266R
Brake Pads
S SYUU High-Performance Reliable Motorcycle Front Rear Brake Pads Set Kit Compatible with Kawasaki Ninja 1000 H2 H2R 2015 2016 2017 - Low Noise, Easy Installation FA447F FA266R
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