Kawasaki H2. Discuss.

[Stuno1]

Watched this yesterday, Jay Leno had one in his garage along with the track version

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vAo0LWQFxdE&feature=youtu.be

You have to watch it just for the old Kawasaki advert

I love that track model!!!

[tucola]

It's weird that they've gone back to an old-style Ducati frame...

[captain sensible]

To me it's a great bit of kit,  and while I wouldn't mind a go, I doubt that I would actually want to buy one.

[Millhouse]

Lifted from he kawa site:

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The Kawasaki Ninja H2R is a limited-release motorcycle, available for a short time in select markets. To reserve the world's only supercharged closed-circuit bike, complete an order form and make a deposit at your local authorized Kawasaki dealer no later than December 19, 2014. Reservations are taken on a first-come first-served basis and are secured only with a deposit. To find your nearest authorized Kawasaki dealer, enter your ZIP code below.
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2015 NINJA H2™R VEHICLE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Vehicle
The Ninja H2R is a closed course riding use only model and is not manufactured for use on public roads, streets or highways. All usage of this vehicle should be limited to riding on a closed course.
Parts
Parts designed specifically for the H2R are for closed course riding use only and cannot be purchased without proof of H2R ownership (product registration, VIN confirmation, etc.).
Exhaust Sound
The exhaust sound level of the H2R at the time of factory shipment is 120 dB/A using Auto Cycle Union (ACU) guidelines. It is the owner's responsibility to confirm that noise regulations of closed courses permit vehicles reaching this level of exhaust sound. Changes to the exhaust system may alter performance and sound level.
Usage, Maintenance and Warranty
As a closed course riding use only model, specific procedures must be followed when riding and maintaining the H2R:
Vehicle Tires:
Do not replace the tires on the H2R with any other brand and model than those offered as standard equipment:
Front: Bridgestone, Racing Battlax V01F Soft
Rear: Bridgestone, Racing Battlax V01R Medium
Kawasaki does not approve Bridgestone, Racing Battlax V02F &V02R tires for H2R usage.
Tire Warmers:
To prevent loss of tire grip, always use tire warmers to heat tires prior to riding the H2R. Cold tires do not provide sufficient grip and may cause loss of vehicle control and/or a crash which could result in injury or death.
Vehicle Storage:
When storing the H2R, always use front and rear motorcycle stands that keep both tires off the ground. This will prevent tire deformation and adverse impacts on performance.
Vehicle Maintenance:
In addition to regular periodic maintenance, service inspections are required every 15 hours of engine operation above 8,000r/min (rpm). These service intervals are monitored through the vehicle's ECU with service messages displayed on the multifunction meter. (See Owner's Manual for additional information)
Vehicle Warranty:
The H2R is sold "As is" with no warranties, express or implied. The purchaser accepts all responsibilities concerning cost of service, maintenance and repairs.

[Millhouse]

No warranty!!

[1-600-matt]

No warranty!!

That's a bit ridiculous isn't it!? They obviously have little confidence in it's reliability

Pretty ugly, but I'd like a spin on one round a track just for the noise if nothing else.

[tucola]

That's the track varient presumably.

It's kind of growning on me, you know...

[7550]

The seat unit is horrible. It looks a lot better in a walk round video I seen rather than just photos. There are some nice bits but overall it's not a looker. And that exhaust would get you a few quid at the scrappys.

[Dom1]

We did discuss the H2 before the new R1 ever reared its ugly/gorgeous (slap/bomb) head in these halls.

http://www.mcnninjas.com/smf/index.php?topic=1990.0


Cut us in half and it says Kawasaki through the middle, even if we don't own one any more.

[Alzo]

I just meant since the official launch of this and rivals...

[Dom1]

Then you are forgiven, not sold on the looks of the R1, like the brutality of the H2 but it has the face of a robbers dog.

Lottery winnings would stay safe in the bank for now.

[Thegodfather]

Not my cup of tea and I quite like odd ball bikes. Can you imagine the damage on just a little low side with them spoiler wings.

[tucola]

Lottery winnings would stay safe in the bank for now.

It's an interesting point. My 'own' money, I wouldn't buy any of them. Big lottery win and I'd consider the Honda, just to take on a 'Reclaim Our Tracks' road bikes only day and ride it home afterwards...

[ash]

After watching the dyno vid of the downpipes glowing cherry red, I understand why they aren't putting a belly pan on it.

[1-600-matt]

On a lottery win if have the track h2, a desmo, the Honda, new r1, new Beemer s1000rr a load of slicks and donington park to myself and a few select friends for a day... That would be awesome