Overview
The 2026 Kawasaki Ninja H2R continues its reign as the world’s most powerful production track-only motorcycle, further refining its legendary supercharged 998cc inline-four engine to deliver a staggering 322 hp (with Ram Air). This year’s model emphasizes aerodynamic and electronic precision, featuring redesigned carbon-fiber winglets that generate immense downforce to keep the front end planted at speeds estimated to exceed 420 km/h (approximately 260 mph). The 2026 update also introduces a more advanced electronics suite, including an enhanced six-axis IMU that manages everything from launch control (KLCM) to cornering management (KCMF), ensuring the bike’s raw power remains controllable. Finished in its signature Mirror Coated Matte Spark Black paint—which can “heal” minor scratches—and equipped with an Ohlins TTX36 rear shock, the H2R remains an exclusive, hand-built masterpiece designed solely for closed-course domination.
Looking ahead, the upcoming Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2027 model is expected to retain its extreme performance credentials, with minor refinements and an anticipated price in line with the current model’s ultra-premium positioning.
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Brand |
Kawasaki |
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Model |
NINJA H2R 2026 |
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Status |
Available |
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Release Date |
2026 |
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Type |
Heavy Bike |
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Colors |
Mirror Coated Matte Spark Black |
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Chassis |
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Front Suspension / Wheel Travel |
43mm inverted Kayaba AOS-II fork with adjustable rebound and compression damping, spring preload adjustability and top-out springs/4.7 in |
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Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel |
Uni-Trak, Ohlins TTX36 gas-charged shock with piggyback reservoir, 30-way compression and rebound damping adjustability, 16-way spring preload adjustability, and top-outspring/5.3 in |
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Front Tire |
120/60-17 V01F slick |
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Rear Tire |
190/65-17 V01R slick |
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Front Brakes |
Dual 330mm semi-floating discs with dual radial-mount, opposed 4-piston Brembo M50 Monobloc calipers, Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System (KIBS) |
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Rear Brakes |
Single 250mm disc with opposed 2-piston caliper, Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System (KIBS) |
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Performance |
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Engine |
4-stroke, in-line 4-cylinder, DOHC, 16-valve, liquid-cooled |
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Displacement |
998cc |
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Bore x Stroke |
76.0 x 55.0mm |
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Compression Ratio |
8.3:1 |
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Fuel System |
DFI with 50mm throttle bodies (4) with dual injection; Kawasaki Supercharger |
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Ignition |
TCBI with Digital Advance |
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Transmission |
6-speed, return shift, dog-ring |
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Final Drive |
Sealed chain |
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Electronic Rider Aids |
Economical Riding Indicator, Kawasaki Cornering Management Function (KCMF), Kawasaki TRaction Control (KTRC), Kawasaki Launch Control Mode (KLCM), IMU-Enhanced Chassis Orientation Awareness, Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System (KIBS), Kawasaki Engine Brake Control (KEBC), Kawasaki Quick Shifter (KQS) (upshift & downshift), Ohlins Electronic Steering Damper |
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Maximum Torque |
121.5 lb-ft @ 12,500 rpm |
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Maximum Horsepower |
322 hp @ 14,000 rpm |
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DIMENSIONS |
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Frame Type |
Trellis, high-tensile steel, with swingarm mounting plate |
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Trail |
4.3 in |
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Overall Length |
81.5 in |
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Overall Width |
33.5 in |
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Overall Height |
45.7 in |
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Ground Clearance |
5.1 in |
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Seat Height |
32.7 in |
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Curb Weight |
476.3 lb |
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Fuel Capacity |
4.5 gal |
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Wheelbase |
57.1 in |
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Features |
Supercharged engine, Carbon fiber aerodynamic downforce generating devices, Highly Durable Paint |
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