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NEW BIKES KAWASAKI NINJA H2 SX SE
p As you’d expect (at almost
£25k), the attention to detail
and finish are excellent
Q How well-made is it?
Engine Details Finish
Kawasaki knows how to build a There is one glaring omission that Owners generally seem to be very
1 solid engine and, despite its 2 makes our blood boil whenever we 3 happy with the level of finish on the
supercharger, there are no horror come across it — the ignition is keyless H2 SX, so all should be well with the
stories about the SX’s reliability, which is but the fuel tank isn’t. Ok, getting past latest version. The paint has a lovely
reassuring as it has been built since this, the SX has a good level of detail sparkle effect and it is nice to see the
2018. That said, it has been recalled for with Kawasaki adding to the SE’s single-sided swingarm where the Ninja
an ECU issue. It comes with a two-year, premium feel through Brembo brakes. 1000SX has a double-sided unit, as this
unlimited-mileage warranty (extendable Under the pillion seat is a USB connector helps to give the H2 a premium feel. It is
through K-Care Warranty Plus) and but the switchgear isn’t backlit, which is also full of neat details like the air
one-year UK breakdown cover. a bit of a shame. intake’s green mesh.
Q What are the best options and add-ons?
p Tyres From £280 a pair
The OE Bridgestone S22 tyres are okay but
feel a bit slow to respond and aren’t great at
getting heat into. It is worth experimenting
with a Pirelli Diablo IV (or Angel GT II if you
want some extra mileage), Metzeler Roadtec
or the excellent new Michelin Road 6 (below).
P Luggage £854.75 P Helmet lock £109.95
The SX has built-in pannier mounts, making As the SX doesn’t come with a topbox option
the bike look sleeker. The official panniers are and the panniers aren’t big enough to fit one, a
28 litres and come matched to the bike’s helmet lock makes sense. It costs £109.95 and
original key. Nylon inner bags are £88.95. can be operated by the bike’s original key.
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