Side-by-Side Comparison

Lightning LS-218 vs Kawasaki Ninja H2R

Specs, mileage, performance & price compared in Bahamas.

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Key Specifications

Lightning LS-218SpecKawasaki Ninja H2R

$39,000Price$8,000,000

—Engine (cc)998

9999Power (hp)9999

9999Torque (Nm)165

—Mileage (km/l)15.0

9999Weight (kg)216

—Fuel Tank (L)17

9.5Rating9.5

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Basic Information

Lightning LS-218AttributeKawasaki Ninja H2R

IPM liquid cooled electric motorEngine TypeInline-4

FluxVector Drive SystemController TypeECU

Direct single speed driveTransmission Type6-speed

None (Direct Drive)Clutch TypeSlipper clutch

Direct Single Speed DriveDrive TypeChain

LightningBrandKawasaki

LS-218ModelNinja H2R

Lightning LS-218Bike NameNinja H2R

2014Model Year2023

Electric SuperbikeCategory/TypeSuperbike

USACountry of OriginJapan

USAAssembly LocationJapan

AvailableStatusCurrent

Not specifiedColors AvailableMirror Coated Matte Spark Black

Lithium-IonBattery TypeLithium-ion

On-board 3.3kw Charger with CCS Level 2+3Charger TypeAC

Comfortable, ergonomicSeat TypeSport

StandardHandle TypeSport

Carbon fiber and AluminumFrame TypeTrellis

Billet aluminum swingarmSwingarm TypeSingle-sided

Engine & Performance

Lightning LS-218AttributeKawasaki Ninja H2R

244 hpMaximum Power310 hp

220 ft-lbMaximum Torque165 Nm

244 HPPeak Power310 hp

Liquid CooledCooling SystemLiquid-cooled

Electric StartIgnition SystemTransistorized

IPM liquid-cooled electric motorEngine LayoutInline

Electric StartStarting SystemElectric

YesEngine Kill SwitchYes

Not specifiedPower-to-Weight Ratio1.48 hp/kg

Not specifiedPower Consumption—

180 kWMotor Power228 kW

Zero Emission (Electric)Emission StandardEuro 4

Up to 28 kWh (LFCS option)Battery Power12V

YesPower Mode IndicatorYes

—Displacement (cc)998

—Number of Cylinders4

—Valve ConfigurationDOHC

—Valves Per Cylinder4

—Bore76 mm

—Stroke55 mm

—Bore x Stroke76 x 55 mm

—Compression Ratio8.3:1

—Fuel Supply SystemFuel injection

—Engine Oil GradeSAE 10W-40

—Valve Adjustment Interval7,500 km

Fuel & Mileage

Lightning LS-218AttributeKawasaki Ninja H2R

15 kWhBattery Capacity—

188 milesRange—

YesRange Indicator—

Up to 335 milesRange Per Charge (Eco)—

160–180 milesRange Per Charge (Normal)—

Not specifiedRange Per Charge (Sport)—

Battery low indicatorLow Fuel Warning—

—Engine Oil Capacity4.5 liters

—Fuel Tank Capacity17 liters

—Average Mileage15.0

—Mileage City15

Performance & Speed

Lightning LS-218AttributeKawasaki Ninja H2R

218 mphTop Speed400 km/h

2.0 secondsAcceleration (0-60)2.5 seconds

5.5 secondsAcceleration (0-100)3.6 seconds

NoQuick ShifterYes

NoLaunch ControlYes

AvailableTraction ControlYes

Transmission & Drive

Lightning LS-218AttributeKawasaki Ninja H2R

Single speedGear Pattern1-N-2-3-4-5-6

Chain drivePrimary DriveGear

ChainFinal DriveChain

Chain driveDrive Chain/Belt Type—

—Number of Gears6

Dimensions & Weight

Lightning LS-218AttributeKawasaki Ninja H2R

813 mmSeat Height830 mm

225 kgKerb Weight216 kg

495225Gross Weight—

Not specifiedBattery Weight—

—Overall Length2,085 mm

—Overall Width770 mm

—Overall Height1,140 mm

—Wheelbase1,450 mm

—Ground Clearance130 mm

Brakes & Safety

Lightning LS-218AttributeKawasaki Ninja H2R

Dual Brembo T-Drive Fully-Floating RotorsFront Brake TypeDouble disc

Single discRear Brake TypeSingle disc

320 mmFront Brake Size330 mm

240 mmRear Brake Size250 mm

Dual-Channel ABSABS TypeKawasaki Intelligent ABS

Not specifiedBraking Distance—

ProgrammableRegenerative Braking—

Two kill switchesAnti-Theft SystemYes

YesCentral Lock—

NoRemote Lock—

YesHandle Lock—

YesSteering Lock—

Suspension & Handling

Lightning LS-218AttributeKawasaki Ninja H2R

Öhlins FGRT inverted forkFront Suspension TypeInverted fork

Billet aluminum swingarm with Öhlins TTX36 ShockRear Suspension TypeUni-Trak

Fully adjustable Öhlins suspensionAdjustable ControlsYes

Not specifiedClimbing Ability—

—Front Suspension Travel120 mm

—Rear Suspension Travel135 mm

Wheels & Tires

Lightning LS-218AttributeKawasaki Ninja H2R

120/70ZR17Front Tyre Size120/70 ZR17

190/55ZR17Rear Tyre Size200/60 ZR17

17 inchFront Wheel Size17 inches

17 inchRear Wheel Size17 inches

Forged AluminumWheel TypeAlloy

7075 Forged AluminumWheel Material—

—Tyre TypeRadial

Electrical & Battery

Lightning LS-218AttributeKawasaki Ninja H2R

Not specifiedMotor Efficiency—

Not specifiedMotor Life—

Integrated motor and controllerMotor Placement—

FluxVector Drive SystemMotor Controller—

300VController Voltage—

Not specifiedController Life—

380VBattery Voltage12V

Not specifiedBattery Warranty—

NoBattery RemovableYes

YesBattery Health Check—

YesBattery Life Indicator—

YesBattery Management System—

12 minutes to 80% (Fast Charge)Charging Time—

YesCharging Port—

120-240V ACCharging Input—

AvailableFast Charging—

NoUSB Charging—

—Battery Rating12 Ah

Lighting & Display

Lightning LS-218AttributeKawasaki Ninja H2R

YesError Code DisplayYes

LEDHeadlight TypeLED

LEDTail Light TypeLED

LEDTurn Signal TypeLED

NoHazard LightYes

Digital race data acquisition systemDisplay TypeLCD

DigitalSpeedometer TypeDigital

DigitalOdometer TypeDigital

Battery level indicatorFuel Gauge TypeDigital

Digital LCDClockYes

YesPass Light Switch—

NoSide Stand Indicator—

—DRLYes

—Tachometer TypeDigital

Technology & Features

Lightning LS-218AttributeKawasaki Ninja H2R

NoMobile ConnectivityYes

NoBluetooth FeaturesYes

NoNavigation—

Multiple modes (Eco, Sport, etc.)Riding Modes3

NoParking Mode—

NoReverse Mode—

—Trip MeterYes

Comfort & Ergonomics

Lightning LS-218AttributeKawasaki Ninja H2R

Aerodynamic Carbon Fiber FairingsWind Protection—

Single seat with lumbar supportPillion SeatYes

YesPillion Footrest—

YesPillion Grab Rails—

StandardFootpeg Position—

NoStorage Compartments—

Lightning LS-218 vs Kawasaki Ninja H2R: Which one should you buy in Bahamas?

The Lightning LS-218 and Kawasaki Ninja H2R are two popular motorcycles in Bahamas. This side-by-side comparison covers engine, power, torque, mileage, top speed and weight so you can decide which one fits your riding style and budget. Better values are highlighted in the spec table above. Use the full specifications section to compare every technical detail before making your purchase decision.

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