Kawasaki H2 & H2R on leno's Garage

[ClassicVW_imp]

I like it that the entire motorcycle is assembled at the factory by one person. That should, in theory at least, improve the quality control. No conversations like:

Doug: " I thought you torqued the engine mount bolts?"

Tom: "No, that is Rich's job."

Doug: " Rich called in sick today."

[Django]

Would you want just anyone riding around on 220+ HP? I know I sure wouldn't.
If you have the ability to handle that kind of power on the street, then you most likely 1. Have the experience to control the bike properly. 2. The money to be able to afford both it and the insurance (because that is going to be a KILLER). and 3. The common sense to not ride it like a total DB all over the place just to show off that "you can ride like a 'stuntah' bro".

My $.02

Well, I guess this bike has also these little electronic helpers like a Beemer S1000RR or K 1300 S, to allow any dumb pilot to handle this, without a helpless spinning rear wheel, when you pull the cable or doing a wheely just after releasing the clutch.

However, that does not quiet my mind, while thinking about, to meet someone on the road with this weapon, typically having more money than riding ability.

[Randy B]

Would you want just anyone riding around on 220+ HP? I know I sure wouldn't.
If you have the ability to handle that kind of power on the street, then you most likely 1. Have the experience to control the bike properly. 2. The money to be able to afford both it and the insurance (because that is going to be a KILLER). and 3. The common sense to not ride it like a total DB all over the place just to show off that "you can ride like a 'stuntah' bro".

My $.02

Well, I guess this bike has also these little electronic helpers like a Beemer S1000RR or K 1300 S, to allow any dumb pilot to handle this, without a helpless spinning rear wheel, when you pull the cable or doing a wheely just after releasing the clutch.

However, that does not quiet my mind, while thinking about, to meet someone on the road with this weapon, typically having more money than riding ability.

Well, I guess this bike has also these little electronic helpers like a Beemer S1000RR or K 1300 S, to allow any dumb pilot to handle this, without a helpless spinning rear wheel, when you pull the cable or doing a wheely just after releasing the clutch.

However, that does not quiet my mind, while thinking about, to meet someone on the road with this weapon, typically having more money than riding ability.
You're just thinking about the rush on the autobahn, aren't you.

[redbirds_imp]

Simply amazing bikes in every way. The track bike is going to need a highly skilled rider to explore it's performance limits and same for the street legal model. The fit and finish appear to be top notch. Kawasaki has set the bar for flat out performance so high that their competitors may not want to go there.

I look forward to seeing the results when someone takes the track model to Bonneville. Maybe Kawasaki will.

[Django]

Would you want just anyone riding around on 220+ HP? I know I sure wouldn't.
If you have the ability to handle that kind of power on the street, then you most likely 1. Have the experience to control the bike properly. 2. The money to be able to afford both it and the insurance (because that is going to be a KILLER). and 3. The common sense to not ride it like a total DB all over the place just to show off that "you can ride like a 'stuntah' bro".

My $.02

Well, I guess this bike has also these little electronic helpers like a Beemer S1000RR or K 1300 S, to allow any dumb pilot to handle this, without a helpless spinning rear wheel, when you pull the cable or doing a wheely just after releasing the clutch.

However, that does not quiet my mind, while thinking about, to meet someone on the road with this weapon, typically having more money than riding ability.

Well, I guess this bike has also these little electronic helpers like a Beemer S1000RR or K 1300 S, to allow any dumb pilot to handle this, without a helpless spinning rear wheel, when you pull the cable or doing a wheely just after releasing the clutch.

However, that does not quiet my mind, while thinking about, to meet someone on the road with this weapon, typically having more money than riding ability.
You're just thinking about the rush on the autobahn, aren't you.

Well, most time there is too much traffic, but think about going 150 mph on a 2 lane Autobahn. The road is getting quite narrow at that speed and there appear curves, where you didn't think, these are curves on lower speed.

[CIP57_imp]

Would you want just anyone riding around on 220+ HP? I know I sure wouldn't.
If you have the ability to handle that kind of power on the street, then you most likely 1. Have the experience to control the bike properly. 2. The money to be able to afford both it and the insurance (because that is going to be a KILLER). and 3. The common sense to not ride it like a total DB all over the place just to show off that "you can ride like a 'stuntah' bro".

My $.02

Well, I guess this bike has also these little electronic helpers like a Beemer S1000RR or K 1300 S, to allow any dumb pilot to handle this, without a helpless spinning rear wheel, when you pull the cable or doing a wheely just after releasing the clutch.

However, that does not quiet my mind, while thinking about, to meet someone on the road with this weapon, typically having more money than riding ability.

Well, I guess this bike has also these little electronic helpers like a Beemer S1000RR or K 1300 S, to allow any dumb pilot to handle this, without a helpless spinning rear wheel, when you pull the cable or doing a wheely just after releasing the clutch.

However, that does not quiet my mind, while thinking about, to meet someone on the road with this weapon, typically having more money than riding ability.
You're just thinking about the rush on the autobahn, aren't you.

Well, most time there is too much traffic, but think about going 150 mph on a 2 lane Autobahn. The road is getting quite narrow at that speed and there appear curves, where you didn't think, these are curves on lower speed.

Well, most time there is too much traffic, but think about going 150 mph on a 2 lane Autobahn. The road is getting quite narrow at that speed and there appear curves, where you didn't think, these are curves on lower speed.
150 thats 3rd gear, i think we need more road

[pechorin75_imp]

Wow...those are so much better looking on video than in photos. Incredible sound from that H2R.

[Ridem32_imp]

I want the H2 What a nice bike! Wow unreal
Let the good times roll

[Henrik_imp]

I would still rather get a Desmoseidici! Looks much better in my opinion, and for having tried one, holy sh****!!!!





This really was a MotoGP bike for the street. And the sound!!!!!

[HikerToo_imp]

I would still rather get a Desmoseidici! Looks much better in my opinion, and for having tried one, holy sh****!!!!





This really was a MotoGP bike for the street. And the sound!!!!!

Sounds like its only running on 2 cylinders!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sVWhvx-PfrE