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2021 Kawasaki Z H2 SE
Kawasaki Z H2 shares the same powertrain and mechanicals with its supersport faired sibling- Ninja H2

Kawasaki has widened its product portfolio in India by launching the supercharged hyperbike Z H2 and its premium variant Z H2 SE. The former has been priced at Rs 21.90 lakh while the latter has been priced at Rs 25.90 lakh. All prices are ex-sh. Both variants will be made available in a standard Metallic Diablo Black/Golden Blazed green dual-tone paint scheme.
The Japanese motorcycling giant had opened bookings for the supercharged naked roadster last year, however, the launch got delayed thanks to the outbreak of novel coronavirus. The bike will arrive in India as a Completely Built Unit (CBU) and will be imported only against order, just like its supersport sibling- H2.
Design & Features
Interested customers can book their Z H2 and Z H2 SE from Kawasaki India’s official website or a nearby dealership. One can expect a waiting period between three to four months on either of the variants.
The naked roadster follows the Sugomi design language that can be seen on other motorcycles from the Japanese brand’s Z series. Its dynamic crouching form lends it a very aggressive stance. Overall it adopts a minimalist approach to its styling.
2021 Kawasaki Z H2
The supercharged bike is laced with a plethora of features and electronic aids, some of which are cruise control, IMU-based traction control, cornering ABS, a bi-directional quick-shifter and launch control. It features three riding modes- Road, Sport and Rain; and three power modes- Full, Middle and Low.
Its design is complemented by an all-LED lighting setup. It also receives a 4.3-inch TFT display which is offered with Bluetooth connectivity and Kawasaki’s Rideology app for certain tuning and OBD functions.
Specs
Z H2
Z H2 SE
Engine
4-stroke In-Line Four with Supercharger
4-stroke In-Line Four with Supercharger
Cooling
Liquid-cooled,
Liquid-cooled,
Displacement
998cc
998cc
Power
147.1 kW {200 PS} / 11,000 rpm
147.1 kW {200 PS} / 11,000 rpm
Torque
137 Nm / 8,500 rpm
137 Nm / 8,500 rpm
Transmission
6-speed, return
6-speed, return
Frame
Trellis, high-tensile steel
Trellis, high-tensile steel, with Swingarm Mounting Plate
Fr. Sus
Showa SFF-BP Fork
43 mm inverted fork
Rr. Sus
gas-charged mono shock
gas-charged mono shock
Fr. Brakes
320mm Dual Disc
Rr. Brakes
260mm Single Disc
Front Tyre
120/70ZR17M/C (58W)
120/70ZR17M/C (58W)
Rear Tyre
190/55ZR17M/C (75W)
190/55ZR17M/C (75W)
Fuel Tank
19 liters
19 liters
Length
2085mm
2085mm
Height
1130mm
1130mm
Seat Height
830mm
830mm
Wheelbase
1455mm
1455mm
GC
140mm
140mm
Kerb Wt
239 kgs
240 kgs
Price Ex-sh
Rs 21.9 L
Rs 25.9 L
Powertrain
Coming to its powertrains, both variants of the naked roadster are powered by a 998cc in-line four-cylinder Balanced Supercharged Engine which kicks out a massive 197.2 bhp and 137 Nm of peak torque. This unit is mated to a 6-speed gearbox with an assist and slipper clutch for smoother gear shifts.
Hardware Setup
Differences between the variants can be found in their hardware configurations. While both motorcycles are based on a high-tensile steel Trellis frame, the standard Z H2 is suspended by Showa Separate Function Big Piston forks at front and a Showa mono-shock at rear.
On the other hand, Z H2 SE’s architecture is assisted by higher grade equipment that benefits from Showa Skyhook’s electronically adjustable suspension. While in the former, braking duties are handled by Brembo M4.32 monobloc calipers with dual discs at front and a single disc at rear, the rear gets Brembo Stylema anchorage setup with dual discs at front and a single disc at rear.
Z H2 and Z H2 SE are currently the only supercharged models in Kawasaki’s portfolio in India. In fact, they are the only supercharged motorcycles on sale in the country. As of now there are no direct rivals of Z H2 in India, however, things might spice up a little if and when Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory arrives in India. More

Image – Anzen Kawasaki
Kawasaki India price increase wef January 1, 2021

Kawasaki India has announced a price revision of upto 20 grands for its motorcycles on sale in India. It’s off-roading KX and KLX range will continue to be sold at current prices in the new year. Kawasaki Z900 and Versys 1000 will be costlier by 20k. Vulcan S, Ninja and Versys 650, and Ninja 1000Sx will be costlier by 15 grands. One will have to shell out 10 grads more for Z650 and W800.
Kawasaki India ex-sh prices – WEF 1st Jan 2021 vs old price
Kawasaki 2020 December Discounts
Kawasaki India has special end of the year discounts so as to bring customers to showrooms. And clear out MY20 stock. Discounts are offered on a wide range of Kawasaki bikes, including KLX 110, KLX 140, KX 100, W800, Vulcan S, Z650 and Versys 650 and valid from 1-31st December 2020. With limited stock of each model at company dealerships, buyers will be offered discounts on a first come first serve basis.
The Kawasaki KLX110, priced at Rs. 2.99 lakhs is being offered at a discount of Rs.30,000. Kawasaki KLX140G, which carries a price tag of Rs. 4.06 lakhs is available with a discount of Rs.40,000 while the KX 100 can be had at a maximum discount of Rs.50,000. It currently retails at Rs 4,87,800.
Discounts on the Kawasaki Vulcan S, priced at Rs. 5.94 lakhs are listed at Rs.20,000. Kawasaki W800 gets a discount of Rs.30,000 on a retail price of Rs 7,09,000. The Kawasaki 650 twins, Z650 and Versys 650 are available at a discount of upto Rs.30,000 each.
Kawasaki India Dec 2020 Discounts
By March 2021, Kawasaki India will launch the much awaited BS6 Ninja 300, which has been off the shelves since the BS6 norms were implemented in India back in April 2020. Ninja 300 was the best-selling bike from the brand, and its discontinuation has affected sales hugely.
No
Kawasaki
New Price Jan 2021
Old Price
Diff
1
Vulcan S
5,94,000
5,79,000
15,000
2
Z650
6,04,000
5,94,000
10,000
3
Ninja 650
6,39,000
6,24,000
15,000
4
Versys 650
6,94,000
6,79,000
15,000
5
W800
7,09,000
6,99,000
10,000
6
Z900
8,19,000
7,99,000
20,000
7
Ninja 1000SX
11,04,000
10,89,000
15,000
8
Versys 1000
11,19,000
10,99,000
20,000
9
KX100
4,87,800
4,87,800
0
10
KX250
7,43,000
7,43,000
0
11
KX450
7,79,000
7,79,000
0
12
KLX110
2,99,500
2,99,500
0
13
KLX140G
4,06,600
4,06,600
0
14
KLX450R
8,49,000
8,49,000
0
New Global Debut From Kawasaki
Kawasaki recently unveiled the Ninja ZX-10R and ZX-10RR. Expected to arrive in India next year, 2021 Kawasaki ZX10R will be offered in two variants ABS and Non-ABS and in color options of Metallic Spark Black/Metallic Matte Carbon Gray and the Ninja KRT Edition in Lime Green/Ebony/Pearl Blizzard White.
2021 Kawasaki Ninja ZX10RR gets a single colour option of Lime Green. Updates include an even more aerodynamic body, small LED headlamps, a 4.3 inch TFT colour screen and smartphone connectivity with Bluetooth and Rideology App. Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R and ZX-10RR promise better ergonomics with a more comfortable riding position, footpegs set 5mm higher and clip on handle bars 10mm further forward.
No engine specifications are revealed as on date but the 998cc, liquid cooled, in-line four cylinder DOHC engine gets mated to a 6 speed gearbox and complies with Euro5/BS6 emission norms. On its outgoing counterpart, this engine makes 203 hp power and 115 Nm torque. Electronics on the new ZX-10R will also include Bosch 6 axis IMU, Kawasaki cornering management function, Kawasaki intelligent anti lock braking system, etc.
Pricing has also not yet been detailed. However, in the US markets, the Kawasaki ZX-10R is priced at US$ 16,999 (Rs.12.17 lakhs). Expect the ZX-10R and RR to go on sale in India sometime next year. More

Kawasaki Eliminator H2 Render
The litre-class supercharged power cruiser will be powered by the same powertrain as in Ninja H2 and Z H2

The first time the world came to know about Kawasaki Eliminator H2 was a couple of months back when a Japanese magazine called Young Machine displayed a rendering of the supercharged power cruiser on its front page. A couple of months later, rumours are rife that the bike has reached the end of its developmental cycle.
The latest image published by the magazine shows what the final production-spec model could actually look like. Although it is just a render, going by Young Machine’s reputation the final production bike is likely to be close to this in terms of its styling.
Design
An amalgam of Ninja H2 and Eliminator Cruiser, this supercharged Eliminator H2 could hit international markets in 2021 itself. In this rendered image, the bike uses a tubular frame structure just like the ones found in Ninja H2 and Z H2 machines.
However, the top hat of this bike is widely unique from its other siblings. It gets a cruiser-like low stance, mid-set footpegs and a fuel tank swooping down to meet a low seat.
Kawasaki H2
Designers at Young Machine have envisioned Eliminator H2 as a traditional cruiser with a single seat, stocky rear end and chopped off rear fenders. It is also expected to borrow a few chassis components from the naked Z H2 to ease its transition as well as cost.
This will make it more affordable than the naked speedster while a softer suspension setup would make for a more comfortable cruiser ride. The production-spec model is also likely to get a wider handlebar than what is seen on the render.
Powertrain
If it reaches production, it is likely to be powered by a supercharged 998cc inline four-cylinder engine powering the Z H2 and Ninja H2. While on the sportier iterations, this engine is tuned to make 200 horses, in the power cruiser it is likely to be slightly detuned to around 175 bhp to 180 bhp. It would still be one of the most powerful cruisers going around.
Expected reveal
While there has been no word from Team Green as of yet regarding Eliminator H2, if it is indeed in pipeline, we can expect Kawasaki to reveal this motorcycle towards the end of 2021 either at the EICMA in Milan or at the Tokyo Motor Show provided threats due to Covid-19 subsides. If it hits international markets, it will rival the likes of Honda Rebel 1100 and Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster 1200. More

2021 Kawasaki Ninja 250 KRT
Ninja 250 is essentially unchanged except the addition of a new KRT Edition with a new paint scheme and livery

Kawasaki continues to dominate World Superbike series as usual. Now, Team Green has introduced the latest iteration of the most affordable Ninja in its home market. Yes, Kawasaki has officially unveiled its entry-level Ninja 250 for the year 2021. Along with the standard variant, the Japanese bikemaker has also added a special KRT edition to the lineup.
The standard variant comes in Metallic Carbon Gray colour scheme which features a white and grey paint along with red accents on the sides. The KRT edition is sportier of the two with black, red and white accents sprayed all around its bodywork.
The new livery will instantly remind motorsport fans of Team Green’s WSBK championship bike. This derivative is similar to the one found in Ninja 400 KRT Edition. Mechanically it is the same as the standard Ninja 300 and its outgoing model. The changes in MY-2021 model is limited to the addition of the new colour and graphics.
Design & Features
Design-wise, the new Ninja 400 is identical to its predecessor which gets a muscular faired design with a sloping fuel tank and an upswept exhaust. It receives the signature Kawasaki twin-pod LED headlight and taillights and fairing integrated front blinkers.
2021 Kawasaki Ninja 250 KRT
Other notable highlights include a semi-digital instrument cluster, blacked-out alloy wheels and a split-style saddle. The company is also offering an optional accessories kit which includes a DC power socket, a radiator screen, a rear seat cowl and a large windscreen.
Hardware
Hardware too is identical to the outgoing model. Suspension duties are handled by 41 mm standard telescopic fork at front and a bottom link mono-shock at rear. Anchoring setup includes 310mm front and 220mm rear petal-type discs assisted by a dual-channel ABS. Ground clearance and saddle height are pegged at 145 mm and 795 mm respectively.
Powertrain & Price
Ninja 250 continues to draw its power from a 248 cc parallel-twin, liquid-cooled, DOHC engine which kicks out 36.2 bhp at 12,500rpm and 23 Nm of peak torque at 10,000rpm. This unit is paired to a six-speed gearbox along with an assist and slipper clutch. It goes on sale in Japan in the coming few days and will be offered at a price of ¥6,43,500 (approximately Rs. 4.57 lakh) for the standard variant while the KRT edition is priced at ¥6,54,500 (roughly Rs. 4.62 lakh).
Ninja 250 is one of the few faired motorcycles left in the quarter-litre segment and still continues to pull large consumers in selected few markets. In India, Ninja 250 was replaced by Ninja 300 and is offered at a price of Rs 3.16 lakh (ex-showroom, India). The quarter-litre motorcycle is not likely to make a comeback in India anytime soon, however, Kawasaki would surely earn praises if it introduces a KRT edition to Ninja 300. More

2021 Kawasaki ZX10R
The new 2021 Ninja ZX10R is the flagship offering from Kawasaki which comes with a host of updates

Needless to say but Kawasaki Ninja ZX10R is one of the most popular litre-class sports bikes around the world. Now, the Japanese superbike manufacturer has launched the latest iteration of ZX10R and its race-focussed sibling ZX10RR globally. The faired motorcycle was spotted testing on a couple of occasions prior to this.
The new ZX10R gets a fair share of updates both in terms of mechanical and electronics as well as aesthetics. Images of the updated ZX10R were revealed at the WorldSBK Winter Test in Jerez last week. The latest avatar of the faired sports bike from Team Green also complies with the stringent Euro-5 emission norms.
2021 Kawasaki ZX10R
Updated Powertrain
Getting started with the most crucial aspect- its performance, it still draws its power from a 998cc liquid-cooled in-line four-cylinder DOHC motor and is mated to a six-speed gearbox. Output figures haven’t been officially revealed but are expected to remain around the same mark like its predecessor.
For reference, the outgoing received output of 203 PS of power and 115 Nm of peak torque. Other than the upgraded emission standards the engine gets a plethora of alterations such as redesigned intake ports and valve train, titanium intake and exhaust valves, Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) coating on finger-followers and much more.
2021 Kawasaki ZX10R
Design & Features
Coming to its design, Kawasaki says that the new ZX10R features a more aerodynamic design which reduces drag resistance and increases downforce. This is thanks to the revised bodywork and taller windscreen. It features a new set of LED dual headlights and taillight units which are sleeker.
It also flaunts a new pair of Cowling-mounted mirrors with integrated LED turn signals. The aerodynamic design is further strengthened by slots in the new tail cowl design.

The chassis of the new ZX10R receives some crucial updates to its geometry by shifting its balance forward. This has led to improved cornering performance and lighter handling. The swingarm pivot has been lowered by 1mm and the swingarm has been made 8mm longer. Suspension duties are handled by Showa Balance Free Fork at front and a gas-charged shock absorber at rear which are also slightly altered for a spirited ride.
The electronics package on the new ZX10R is an exhaustive list some of which include rider aid suite managed by a Bosch six-axis IMU, Kawasaki Cornering Management Function (KCMF), Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System (KIBS), and much more. It gets a new multifunctional 4.3-inch TFT display with smartphone connectivity via Bluetooth and Rideology App.

Other inclusion of the electronic equipment comprises a five traction control modes, cornering ABS, launch control, three power modes and engine-braking control. It also receives an electronic Öhlins steering damper and a quick-shifter as standard.
Variants & Price
The 2021 Kawasaki ZX10R will be offered in two variants- ABS and non-ABS. It comes in two colour options- Metallic Spark Black/Metallic Matte Carbon Gray and the KRT Edition in Lime Green/Ebony/Pearl Blizzard White. The ZX10RR, however, is only offered in Lime Green.
In the USA, the bike will be offered at a price of USD 16,999 which translates to INR 12.17 lakh. If and when it comes to India it will be a lot higher than this. For reference, the outgoing Ninja ZX 10R is currently priced at INR 13.99 lakh (ex-showroom). More