Kawasaki Ninja H2 Sx vs Kawasaki Ninja 1000sx
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki Ninja H2 Sx
Kawasaki Ninja 1000sx
Horsepower (hp)
200 hp
142 hp
Torque (Nm)
137 Nm
111 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
290 km/h
240 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
260 kg
235 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
200 hp @ 11,000 rpm
142 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
137 Nm @ 9,500 rpm
111 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
290 km/h (estimated, electronically limited)
240 km/h (estimated; manufacturer limited)
Weight
260 kg (curb weight)
235 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
7.5 L/100km (estimated real-world average)
5.5–6.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Kawasaki Ninja H2 Sx
9.0/10
"The most thrilling all-rounder money can currently buy used."
Pros
+Supercharged engine is phenomenal
+Surprisingly capable long-distance tourer
+SE suspension transforms ride quality
Cons
−Supercharger belt service costly
−Tyre consumption alarmingly high
−Heavy at 260kg wet
Kawasaki Ninja 1000sx
8.5/10
"The sensible sport-tourer that never feels boring on Sunday."
Pros
+Exceptional real-world performance
+Cornering ABS standard fitment
+Massive 28-litre fuel tank
Cons
−Chain wears surprisingly quickly
−Panniers too narrow for helmets
−Wind noise above 90mph