Kawasaki Z H2

Kawasaki Motors India has announced the launch of its flagship supercharged naked the MY23 Kawasaki Z H2 and Z H2 SE in India. The 2023 Kawasaki Z H2 is priced at Rs. 23.02 Lakh, while the Z H2 SE is priced at Rs 27.22 lakh, all prices ex-showroom, India. Both the street-fighters will be available in a single ‘metallic matte graphene steel gray’ colour scheme which is notably the only major change. Both the street-fighters retain their original features.

The mechanical specifications on the 2023 Z H2 and Z H2 SE include, 998 cc in-line four-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine, which delivers 197 bhp at 11,000 rpm and 137 Nm of torque at 8,500 rpm. Additionally, they are equipped with top-of-the-line hardware, such as Brembo M4.32 front brake callipers for the Z H2 and Brembo Stylema front brake callipers for the Z H2 SE.

The styling of the Z series flagship was shaped according to the SUGOMI and minimalist design concept. Additionally, both variants pack features such as electronic cruise control, power modes, integrated riding modes, full-LED lighting, Bluetooth-enabled colour TFT display, bi-directional quick-shifter, ABS, and traction control system.

The two variants are distinguished through their respective hardware. The standard model, for example, comes with Showa SFF-BP (separate function fork - big piston) front forks and a Showa rear mono-shock. Both front and rear suspension are adjustable for compression, rebound damping, and preload. The SE variant, on the other hand, uses Kawasaki Electronic Control Suspension with Showa’s Skyhook Technology.