Test Kawasaki Ninja H2R: World's Fastest Motor (HD)

The Kawasaki Ninja H2R hypersport motorcycle is an engineering marvel, made possible only through the sourcing of technological expertise from multiple divisions of Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd. 998cc four-cylinder engine fitted with Kawasaki supercharger for intense acceleration. Supercharger uses planetary gears, spins at up to 130,000 rpm and develops up to 20.5 psi boost pressure. MotoGP style dog-ring transmission allows fast shifting and works with standard quick shifter Bodywork developed with Kawasaki Aerospace Company to generate downforce. Kawasaki River Mark used to indicate combined Kawasaki Group technology. Trellis frame used for first time on a Kawasaki motorcycle to provide strength, controlled flex and air circulation Single-sided swingarm used for first time by Kawasaki and mounted to the engine. KYB AOS-II Air-Oil Separate cartridge fork, adjustable KYB rear shock. 330mm front discs with four-piston Brembo monobloc calipers Multi-mode traction control, launch control, engine braking control, ABS and a quick shifter. NEW Assist & Slipper clutch function gives lighter clutch operation and overcomes wheel hop on downshifts. Ninja H2R is designed for closed-circuit use only. Manufacturer: Kawasaki Motorcycle & Engine Company Parent company: Kawasaki Heavy Industries Production: 2015–present Class: Track-only sport bike Engine: Supercharged (two-speed centrifugal) 998 cc inline-4 DOHC Bore/stroke: 76.0 mm × 55.0 mm (2.99 in × 2.17 in) Compression ratio...