Side-by-Side Comparison

Ducati Panigale 959 vs Kawasaki Ninja H2R

Specs, mileage, performance & price compared in Poland.

Ducati

Key Specifications

Ducati Panigale 959SpecKawasaki Ninja H2R

zł14,500Pricezł13,000,000

955Engine (cc)998

209Power (hp)9999

107Torque (Nm)165

14.0Mileage (km/l)15.0

200Weight (kg)216

17Fuel Tank (L)17

8.7Rating9.5

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Kawasaki Ninja H2R

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Full Specifications

Basic Information

Ducati Panigale 959AttributeKawasaki Ninja H2R

L-twinEngine TypeInline-4

ElectronicController TypeECU

6-speedTransmission Type6-speed

Wet, Multi-PlateClutch TypeSlipper clutch

ChainDrive TypeChain

DucatiBrandKawasaki

Panigale 959ModelNinja H2R

Panigale 959Bike NameNinja H2R

2016Model Year2023

SuperbikeCategory/TypeSuperbike

ItalyCountry of OriginJapan

ItalyAssembly LocationJapan

DiscontinuedStatusCurrent

Red, White, BlackColors AvailableMirror Coated Matte Spark Black

Lithium-ionBattery TypeLithium-ion

StandardSeat TypeSport

Clip-onHandle TypeSport

Aluminum monocoqueFrame TypeTrellis

Single-sidedSwingarm TypeSingle-sided

—Charger TypeAC

Engine & Performance

Ducati Panigale 959AttributeKawasaki Ninja H2R

955Displacement (cc)998

157 hpMaximum Power310 hp

107.4 NmMaximum Torque165 Nm

157 hpPeak Power310 hp

2Number of Cylinders4

DesmodromicValve ConfigurationDOHC

4Valves Per Cylinder4

100 mmBore76 mm

60.8 mmStroke55 mm

100 x 60.8 mmBore x Stroke76 x 55 mm

12.5:1Compression Ratio8.3:1

LiquidCooling SystemLiquid-cooled

Electronic Fuel InjectionFuel Supply SystemFuel injection

TransistorizedIgnition SystemTransistorized

V-TwinEngine LayoutInline

SAE 15W50Engine Oil GradeSAE 10W-40

12000 kmValve Adjustment Interval7,500 km

ElectricStarting SystemElectric

YesEngine Kill SwitchYes

1.1 hp/kgPower-to-Weight Ratio1.48 hp/kg

Euro 4Emission StandardEuro 4

12 VBattery Power12V

—Motor Power228 kW

—Power Mode IndicatorYes

Fuel & Mileage

Ducati Panigale 959AttributeKawasaki Ninja H2R

4.5 LEngine Oil Capacity4.5 liters

17 LFuel Tank Capacity17 liters

6.2 L/100 kmFuel Economy—

14.0Average Mileage15.0

14Mileage City15

273 kmRange—

YesLow Fuel Warning—

Performance & Speed

Ducati Panigale 959AttributeKawasaki Ninja H2R

299 km/hTop Speed400 km/h

2.9 sAcceleration (0-60)2.5 seconds

5.3 sAcceleration (0-100)3.6 seconds

YesQuick ShifterYes

YesTraction ControlYes

—Launch ControlYes

Transmission & Drive

Ducati Panigale 959AttributeKawasaki Ninja H2R

6Number of Gears6

1-N-2-3-4-5-6Gear Pattern1-N-2-3-4-5-6

GearPrimary DriveGear

ChainFinal DriveChain

ChainDrive Chain/Belt Type—

Dimensions & Weight

Ducati Panigale 959AttributeKawasaki Ninja H2R

1,430 mmWheelbase1,450 mm

120 mmGround Clearance130 mm

840 mmSeat Height830 mm

200 kgKerb Weight216 kg

215 kgGross Weight—

—Overall Length2,085 mm

—Overall Width770 mm

—Overall Height1,140 mm

Brakes & Safety

Ducati Panigale 959AttributeKawasaki Ninja H2R

Dual DiscFront Brake TypeDouble disc

Single DiscRear Brake TypeSingle disc

320 mmFront Brake Size330 mm

245 mmRear Brake Size250 mm

Bosch 9.1 MPABS TypeKawasaki Intelligent ABS

35 mBraking Distance—

NoAnti-Theft SystemYes

Suspension & Handling

Ducati Panigale 959AttributeKawasaki Ninja H2R

Öhlins 43 mm inverted forkFront Suspension TypeInverted fork

Öhlins mono-shockRear Suspension TypeUni-Trak

120 mmFront Suspension Travel120 mm

130 mmRear Suspension Travel135 mm

YesAdjustable ControlsYes

Wheels & Tires

Ducati Panigale 959AttributeKawasaki Ninja H2R

120/70 ZR17Front Tyre Size120/70 ZR17

180/60 ZR17Rear Tyre Size200/60 ZR17

RadialTyre TypeRadial

AlloyWheel TypeAlloy

AluminumWheel Material—

—Front Wheel Size17 inches

—Rear Wheel Size17 inches

Lighting & Display

Ducati Panigale 959AttributeKawasaki Ninja H2R

YesHazard LightYes

LCDDisplay TypeLCD

DigitalSpeedometer TypeDigital

DigitalOdometer TypeDigital

DigitalTachometer TypeDigital

DigitalFuel Gauge TypeDigital

—Error Code DisplayYes

—Headlight TypeLED

—Tail Light TypeLED

—Turn Signal TypeLED

—DRLYes

—ClockYes

Technology & Features

Ducati Panigale 959AttributeKawasaki Ninja H2R

YesTrip MeterYes

NoMobile ConnectivityYes

NoBluetooth FeaturesYes

Yes (Sport, Race, Wet)Riding Modes3

Comfort & Ergonomics

Ducati Panigale 959AttributeKawasaki Ninja H2R

YesPillion SeatYes

YesPillion Footrest—

Electrical & Battery

Ducati Panigale 959AttributeKawasaki Ninja H2R

—Battery Voltage12V

—Battery Rating12 Ah

—Battery RemovableYes

Ducati Panigale 959 vs Kawasaki Ninja H2R: Which one should you buy in Poland?

The Ducati Panigale 959 and Kawasaki Ninja H2R are two popular motorcycles in Poland. 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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