Kawasaki Ninja H2R vs BMW R 18
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Kawasaki Ninja H2R or BMW R 18? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Ninja H2R and R 18. Kawasaki Ninja H2R Price starts at Rs.N/A (ex-showroom) for STD and BMW R 18 Price starts at Rs.19.90 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Kawasaki Ninja H2R is 4 cylinder, 998 cc Engine can generate 305.75 bhp @ 14000 rpm power whereas BMW R 18 is a 2 cylinder, 1802 cc Engine can generate 89.84 bhp @ 4750 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Ninja H2R provides a mileage of 15 kmpl (base model), and R 18 has a mileage of 17.8 kmpl (base model). Kawasaki Ninja H2R is available in 1 colours & 1 variants whereas BMW R 18 is available in 1 colours & 3 variants.
Ninja H2R vs R 18
| Key Highlights | Kawasaki Ninja H2R | BMW R 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.79.90 Lakh | Rs.19.90 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 998 cc | 1802 cc |
| Power | 305.75 bhp @ 14000 rpm | 89.84 bhp @ 4750 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | 15 kmpl | 17.8 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
| Ninja H2R specifications | R 18 specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | N/A | 22.77 Lakh Price Breakup |
| User Rating | 4.1 | - |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 17 Litres | 16 Litres |
| Engine Displacement | 998 cc | 1802 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| Ninja H2R Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | R 18 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | Front 4 Piston Rear 2 Piston | Front 4 Piston Rear 4 Piston |
Front Disc Size | 330 | 300 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | No |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 42 | 42 |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 42 | 42 |
Front Wheel Size | 17 | 19 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 42 | 46 |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 42 | 46 |
Rear Wheel Size | 17 | 16 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Spoke |
Front Suspension | 4minverteforwitrebounancompressiodamping | Telescopifork |
Rear Suspension | New Uni-Trak& ?hlins TTX36 gas-charged shock with piggyback reservoir | Steel swinging fork with central shock strut |
Front Tyre Size | 120/600 - R17 | 120/70 - R19 |
Instrumentation
| Ninja H2R Instrumentation | R 18 Instrumentation | |
|---|---|---|
Riding Modes Switch | Yes | Yes |
Touch Screen Display | No | No |
Fuel level guage | Yes | Yes |
Gear Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Analogue |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
| Ninja H2R Exterior | R 18 Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
| Ninja H2R Warranty | R 18 Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 2 Years or 30000 km | 3 Years or Unlimited km |
Body & Suspension
| Ninja H2R Body & Suspension | R 18 Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Trellis& high-tensile steel with Swingarm Mounting Plate | Double-cradle steel frame with screwed-on underbeams |
Engine & Transmission
| Ninja H2R Engine & Transmission | R 18 Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up |
Ignition | CDI | - |
Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | 1 Per Cylinder |
Engine Capacity | 998 cc | 1802 cc |
Engine Type | Liquid Cooled& Inline 4 Cylinder with Supercharger | Air/oil cooled two-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two chain-driven camshafts above the drive shaft. |
No. of Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Battery Capacity | 0.144 kwh | 0.31 kwh |
Battery Type | - | Maintenance Free |
Top Speed | 400 kmph | 180 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 76 mm x 55 mm | 107.1 mm x 100 mm |
Configuration | Four Cylinder | Twin Cylinder |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | Air/Oil Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
Comfort & Convenience
| Ninja H2R Comfort & Convenience | R 18 Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
Average Speed Indicator | No | Yes |
Call/SMS Alerts | Yes | Yes |
Front Storage Box | No | No |
Geo Fencing | No | No |
Low Battery Indicator | Yes | No |
Low Oil Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Backrest | No | No |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | No |
Riding Modes | 3 | 3 |
Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Under Seat Storage | No | No |
GPS & Navigation | Yes | No |
Console Type | Semi-Digital | Semi-Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | No | No |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | Yes |
Safety
| Ninja H2R Safety | R 18 Safety | |
|---|---|---|
AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | No | Yes |
Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | Yes | Yes |
Radial Tyres | Yes | Yes |
Side Stand Alarm | Yes | Yes |
Pass Light | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | No |
Turn Signal | LED | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Yes | Yes |
Power Modes | 3 | 3 |
Slipper Clutch | Wet Multiplate | Single Plate Clutch |
Traction Control System | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
| Ninja H2R Dimensions & Capacity | R 18 Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
Length | 2070 mm | 2440 mm |
Width | 850 mm | 964 mm |
Height | 1160 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase | 1450 mm | 1731 mm |
Ground Clearance | 130 mm | 170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 17 Litres | 16 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 4.4 Litres | 4 Litres |
Body Type | Super Bike | Cruiser |
Seat Height | 830 mm | 690 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 216 kg | 345 kg |
Pros & Cons
| Ninja H2R Pros & Cons | R 18 Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of Kawasaki Ninja H2R and BMW R 18
Safety
Ninja H2R comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System. R 18 has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Side Stand Alarm, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System.
Comfort & Convenience
Kawasaki Ninja H2R has features like Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator and BMW R 18, on the other hand, has Call/SMS Alerts, Low Oil Indicator, Average Speed Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Engine Kill Switch.
Transmission
Kawasaki Ninja H2R comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and R 18 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Kawasaki Ninja H2R has a 17 Litres fuel tank with 1160 mm seat height. BMW R 18 has 1232 mm seat height and 16 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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