2018 Kawasaki H2 SX Isle of Man TT Special

A supercharged road trip on the Kawasaki H2 SX SE to the Isle of Man just days before the 2018 TT races.
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[@brycehuddy5103]

Best review of any product i think I’ve ever come across

[@skts2610]

I bought one in April 2019, ran it in and blasted over to Northern Spain. Two up touring for two weeks on some of the best biking roads on our planet. Superb bit of Japanese wizardry .....

[@milijaros5138]

OMG the constant chirping sound is incredible! I know this is an older video but I've just stumbled upon it and I'm hooked. Hubby bought the H2 SX SE and is picking her up on Saturday... I just can't wait to see and hear her! I think a trip to the Isle of Man is on the cards in the near future after watching this. Thanks for a great video!

[@paulielacqua8834]

The days of the GPZ 750 Turbo seem just like yesterday, amazing upload. I like see Shootout with Gsx S 1000

[@threethrushes]

Excellent, no-nonsense review of the bike with interesting information about the TT to boot. I watched Closer to the Edge a number of times, and this review reminded me of that. This is definitely one of those reviews which will be the standard for others to meet.

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Thanks Gerhard

[@DarylLonigan]

paid for mine this morning. This video eases my mind... And I've put 20,000km on the H2. Time for comfort.

[@missydee6085]

An excellent insight into how to go about loving your stay on the IOM - and avoid coming home in bits. Bravo Sir!

[@Azlivin850]

I wish I could like this video 10 more times. The sx se may just be my next bike.

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Walter Black Motovlogs cheers

[@thcrow8425]

I’ve added the video to my favorite videos ever watched on KZbin , amazing footage..and about the bike....simply the best bike ever built ( in my humble opinion )....thanks guys...V and Ride Safe...

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Bouadis Oussama thanks

[@davebrown1100]

One of the best informal and visually pleasing videos I have ever seen on KZbin, most folk talk over the head cam whilst showing how cool they are. You my friend have talked me into buying this instead of the BMW, (after a test ride that is). 👌

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Dave Brown thanks David, hope you enjoy the test ride.

[@nexusinyou]

How can you not fall in love with the H2 or the IOM... both are beyond beautiful

[@banarne71]

Top Notch review. Very good to get info about hotels and ferries. And a great bike review.

[@ecrusch]

Best darn bike reviewer out there. (And that bike is a beast)

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Thanks Eric

[@AlexanderBaldridge]

What a great all-around video. John has to be one of the better moto "journos" to watch and listen to, with the only problem being he's a dead ringer for a Fagan stunt double. Anyway, this video makes the H2 SX SE seem absolutely extraterrestrial; constant chirping, wavy lights, and otherworldly speed. Well done to you lot, you make this bike look more stunning and appealing than even Kawasaki.

[@SuperBikesince1977]

Fagan is more than capable of doing his own stunts. Cheers, Alexander. JH

[@trent3872]

Watching this video makes me wish I lived over there, and could take my bike there. Beautiful place. Oh, and the most beautiful bike ever.

[@atomicorang]

You are the first one who’s given an honest to God truth for an non racer for the course. Leave the racing for the professionals. Nice video and thanks for the information.

[@anthonylee5003]

Absolutely loved watching you on that H2 SE SX ended up watching twice : )

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Thanks Anthony.

[@delphys75]

Great bike, awesome island, great speaker too. Top video, thanks a lot!!! (From France)

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Thanks

[@mugflump]

Great review and very insightful, I have seen this bike at the bike show Excel , it's nice

[@garyboyce6186]

Bought the bike a few weeks ago here in Canada and oh how much I would love to ship it over and take it to the isle of mann foe a few laps. Many thanks for the great review and agree 100% Kawasaki H2 Sx Se there is no substitute !!

[@563avenuea]

That flutter is great.

[@martinhughes9769]

Just came across your video great watch, All the way from South Wales , GB

[@blubyu1100]

Fantastic video, really enjoyed your personal take on the place showing how to get around a bit.hope you can add another with more local sights. What a dream for us all riding that beautiful machine in an amazing place.. Well done.

[@blubyu1100]

Great vid loved your philosophy of use and balance of use and passion,also talking about the ways to visit. Thank you

[@SAVAGE87able]

This review was awesome I will probably watch it a handful of times. Thanks for sharing!

[@colindeans5972]

Excellent review of the bike and the basics of getting to the Isle, top stuff. Hope you have a great week!

[@selcukylmaz6172]

Kawasaki is a legend 💚🖤

[@colinpirie8403]

Very informative for a Kiwi starting to plan his trip 👍

[@PragmaticTornado]

Tried an H2 SX SE a week ago. Very fun bike for sure. The sound from the compressor when you shift was pretty addictive. I thought the riding position was a bit too aggressive though. Noticeably more so than the Z1000SX I just sold. Which pretty much excludes this bike from a potential future purchase, unless it's possible to raise the bars to the Z1000SX level. And for some reason the bike didn't scare me when I really gave it the beans, like the Hayabusa I had at one point did. Can't understand why, as the Busa had "only" 175 bhp. Peak torque is the same too, because of the H2's compressor. Weight is also about the same. Maybe it's just better balanced and more refined.

[@darenmorley4598]

Top notch review, plus some really helpful advice on visiting the Isle of Man. What's not to like.

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Thanks Daren

[@simonhavercroft5855]

Been going to 'The Island' since 1983! Taken many great bikes over there during that time with the best of them being the Ninja H2 for the last three years. The SX is clearly a great bike and the report is top notch. The advice on learning the course, restraint on the first lap and to ride within your limits is not to be ignored. Best advice I have over that is not to get dragged along by a faster rider. Like the man says - there is no better place to ride than the Isle of Man, and the TT fortnight is an awesom experience.

[@neilhutton1528]

I'll take two!! Great video. Not in the market for such a bike but a brilliantly enjoyable review which sells the IOM as much as it sells the bike. Take a bow!

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Neil Hutton thanks Neil

[@jamesdonoghue5907]

Great review of the bike, and more. It's answered some of the questions I had which weren't addressed on other reviews I've watched, thanks. I suppose a test ride will be next.

[@PhotoTenderline]

The best H2 SX video on YT. Thank you.

[@FastRu-kl7iy]

Very nice review, bike, music and footage. Like your channel a lot. Best regards to Chris, I bought my H2 because of his review couple of year ago (Qatar, Losail)

[@TheHumanHonda]

I love this channel, the review are always in depth, relevant, interesting and entertaining. This one is the best to date! Why is this not on prime time T.V !?! Cheers 👍

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Thanks Steve, we are on MotorsportTV on SKY and we'll have some news on another way to watch us very soon.

[@TheHumanHonda]

Bike World keep up the good work. I find it hard to imagine that there is a day you aren't thrilled at going to work! I don't mind my job, but the commute there and back is always the best bit of the day. My budget doesn't quite stretch to this beast, but am about to order the Tracer 900GT. Good fun still though 😀

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

There are days Steve, have you seen our 900GT vid?

[@TheHumanHonda]

Bike World yep! That is what turned my eye to it! It's a balance of cost vs benefit for me, and it's a good bit of fun yet very practical for( my usage of) light touring and commuting. 👍

[@alexarcadia7289]

The big lunch box is what sold me.

[@dheerendrapant237]

One of the best reviews Ive seen in a long time!

[@johna6968]

Well said sir. Great review and heads up of the rules of the Island. Not keen on those adaptive lights from the front though.

[@akula1055]

You have the option to turn them off I belive.

[@billbouzalas5720]

As if this was a top gear show! Thanks!

[@kipfleming9004]

"if you'd ask me to put a price on that I'd say it's about 18,999 pounds." LMAO. Hahaha!

[@rajeshmb6745]

Way to ride in any roads as well. Nice review. Great machine.

[@disekjoumoer]

Simply excellent!

[@andrewstone8627]

Pretty dam good review, using the IOM TT circuit and association with the trip there was a great bonus and very clever. Importantly the info, presentation and comparison is really good. Thanks

[@46danz]

Great honest and sensible review.

[@stepirate]

Quality bike, footage and review. 😉

[@th7321]

There are a handful of decent reviewers on KZbin. You John are the very best! I hope you’re fairly compensated

[@Edison73100]

Outstanding review

[@topgun8683]

A most excellent video, makes me want to ride my 2017 Kawasaki ZX10R there, but I live in the states ! 😐

[@philipjames3526]

@bikeworld What a great video. Like most, I've been riding bikes for years, read the magazines and watched all the KZbin videos. This is what we need more of. As you say. Be condescending. Doesn't happen often enough. I don't know everything about bikes. Always learning. So if you have condescending comments. Carry on :-) Me. I was planning a few days at the IOM in Aug / Sept time. This is a great video to watch prior . More of this :-)

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Philip James thanks Philip

[@SuperSnallygaster]

Great episode!

[@LookattheBiggerPic]

Much thanks for a very unique perspective on a very unique bike with Isle of Man as backdrop no less as well as insights thereof!

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

LookattheBiggerPic thanks

[@patrickbrown94]

Wow. What a vid. I didn't know I needed to watch it until i did.

[@patrickbrown94]

Also trying to decide whether to put a down payment on a house or buy a H2 SX. At the moment the Kawa is looking likely :D

[@zunaidkajee4540]

At last what a great review. I feel so chafed now cause I own the exact same bike.

[@ross5506]

Here in Canada Kawasaki has a special 3:99% @ 84 months just purchased one in grey got the the SE + , at $83. Weekly much better that $406 monthly. Next year getting Brock Davidson stage one, flash, slip on and Sprint air filter 240+ HP on the Dyno wow!

[@ridewithgnr2116]

It all ended too soon. Good video and I would love to hear that chirp, reminding you of what your riding.

[@ruttlerwulfgang9925]

Isle Man TT journey guide and a H2 SX review, very very nice. 2 information in 1 video. Lol.

[@mudhutproductions]

Our dealership just sold one of these to a guy who pretty much admitted after the paperwork was finalized that it was actually for his 18 year old son. I get the feeling there will be another short blurb about a local fatality soon. Sad. These aren't show off machines for the over confident newbie to make burn out videos with. It takes talent and dedication to harness even a fraction of what this incredible beast can do.

[@geofffisher1906]

Great review I leant a lot about the Isle of man thanks John. seems like i’ll never get to the IOM though.Everything is booked up a year in advance bummer

[@leewatkeys9065]

Great review thanks. Those blades breaking the sound barrier would drive me mad, sound like a budgie😀

[@jtegland]

Excellent job!

[@dennism1919]

I really enjoyed this video. Well done, Sir! Great tour of the island. This bike is pretty amazing. I gave one a sit recently and I was reasonably comfortable on it. I am a bigger dude with long legs so from an ergo standpoint it was pretty sporty for me. But again, it felt good. Of course they would not let me ride it! But it feels really good when you sink into the cockpit and take a riding posture. Overall the bike is beautifully built. I think I could own one. I was waiting for Kawasaki to freshen up the Concours but it never really happened. Seems they have put their chips down on this machine. I gotta ride one!

[@kevinoles2789]

Great video, I love mine, wish there was somewhere in the states to ride like that with out the cops caringm

[@zoomjoo]

It chirps are warbles like a wookie.. so cute

[@Charlieswag9000]

you mentioned that it has a full akropovic exhaust, but to my knowledge they dont make one for h2 sx, only slip on

[@newboscoddog01]

Great report. I was contemplating one of those as my next bike. But, as some others commented, that chirping noise would really annoy me. Sounds like it's about to have a serious mechanical failure. It might be the fastest "sports tourer" but I'll stick to the awesome power and comfort of the BMW K1600 GTL Exclusive - fantastic engine and loaded with gadgets. Think my pillion would agree too ;-) Many thanks for a great insight into the Kawasaki and the TT/Isle of Man.

[@Brakelateatmsn]

Brilliant Vid. Great review of the bike, and great tips for enjoying a trip (these rules all apply everywhere really) presented in a logical fashion. Have fun, stay alive, and enjoy life. Compliments to the presenter - there is a reason for the 1.5k (and growing likes). Good job!

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it.

[@vt2704]

Awesome review. Lean indication is cool.

[@elektrodemongaming]

Dat chirp is just awesome.

[@minigmac1]

Great video mate!

[@markjones3551]

Great review....looking at getting a sports tourer this summer and on the short list and not had a demo yet is the H2 sx se and the Ktm superduke GT ......heared good things about both👍🏻

[@mattfisher3514]

Great video guys.... as a biker of 15 years, I’m 30 years old and had all sorts from Ducati 1198’s, s1000r naked, r nine t... ive just taken delivery of the new r1200RS.... and ive got to say, its very similar to what you’d ay in the vid. Our bike does everything.... the Beamer is no different. Track bikes are for going fast, but touring bikes these days are so capable, you are gaining so much more for having one.

[@boefje1971]

:) THNX FOR SHOWING THIS VIDEO M8`

[@outandaboutinoz]

Zgreat review and important info.

[@lorentzinvariant7348]

Interesting his comments on the brakes considering the current H2 sx se now comes with brembos.

[@mikecallaghan6377]

Awsome video thanks

[@shingnosis]

This is some seriously good content you're putting out.

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Thanks!

[@christopherhollins9868]

Thank you for this review of the H2 SX, Bike World. I've watched nearly every H2 SX video on KZbin and this was definitely one of the best. Very informative 👍 Looks like 200 BHP and 102 ft lbs of torque is enough then! I'm seriously considering trading in my 2010 Hayabusa for a H2 SX SE - any reasons why I shouldn't? Edit: I know the ZZR1400 is more of a direct replacement for the 'Busa, but it doesn't chirp!

[@kiddcisco]

Hopefully you traded. I came from a ZX14 to my 2020 H2 SX SE, love it , a very very good bike

[@h.j.s.890]

Love this video ! 👏🏍💚

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Thanks!

[@bendangwapang1784]

A kind of my dream bike. But, I will be contented with just traction and ABS ( corner and straight) any bike ,especially affordable one 😊

[@danejurus69]

Absolutely amazing bike.

[@RevBombUK]

This just popped up on my feed, Brilliant review and now subbed you have some amazing content. Thanks for this

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Thanks, welcome!

[@TheToekutter]

It's a shame this bike doesn't get the attention and praise it deserves. I commute on it. Pick up groceries on it. Take trips on it. Or burn burn 20something squids (with the bags on!) with nary a twist. It's an absolutely brilliant all round streetbike.

[@mortenoverreinraade8319]

Magic! I have my own 🥰🤩

[@wvbeetlebug]

Well done!

[@jamesepler7156]

Great review...

[@strongbow549]

Not sure if it's been covered before but is this bike worth the extra money over a ZZR1400?

[@mikeyerke3920]

Absurd acceleration. 🏁

[@robsonenduro3316]

excellent video!

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Robson Enduro thanks

[@Juliang61]

Great video!!!!

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Thanks Julian

[@janis916]

Finally this bike gets a review it deserves :)! How much do you guys recon it will make on the rear wheel with a full system and a proper remap? The H2s state side make up to 270 hp allegedly. :O Thanks :)

[@M4.Martin]

janis916 I got a 49hp gain from a ECU tune and air filter on my H2 SX SE. No full exhaust systems are available yet. Those 270hp H2s are a lot more than a map and exhaust though.

[@janis916]

Thanks Martin. That sounds like more than plenty. Enjoy it every day :)

[@horstbaur7797]

Absolutely brilliant. Thoroughly enjoyed this right down (up?) to your sense of humour. The sound of that beast coming towards you reminds me a raptor about to get evil. Top quality review. You got a subscription.

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

horst baur thanks for the comments

[@horstbaur7797]

Man, your team earned every kudo in the comments below. What is it with you British blokes and things bike? Always spot on IMO. 2004 and wanted to upgrade from my 900F. Read a review in British Superbike (hope I don't stand on any toes here) about the 1200 S Bandit. Bought one. Still ride it. Make love to it every night. Lemme see...£19000 for the Kwaka - a mere 323 000 South African Rand. Anybody wanna buy my house? Respect from South Africa.

[@SammyBob]

Great video

[@deathwish8339]

The fastest sport tourer money can buy. I like the looks over the normal H2.

[@bampie1]

The ZX14 is more powerful quicker and more comfortable and cheaper so it is the second fastest tourer money can buy.

[@deathwish8339]

bampie1 I would like to see comparison proof before I would state any facts. I know for a fact that a stock h2 is faster than a stock zx-14. Although the engine has been slightly tuned down, I would hazard to say this would also be faster than the zx-14, but I don't have any proof yet.

[@bampie1]

I own a ZX14 and have recently test ridden the H2SX. The SX is about 10bhp down and

[@bampie1]

I own a ZX14 and have recently ridden the H2SX. The SX is about 10 bhp down on power and at 10200 rpm the power just drops away and thats where the ZX14 is such a better bike to tour on its mid range is fantastic but with the SX you really have to work the engine. This is shown in he torque difference 100ft.lb for the SX 119ft.lb for the ZX14. If you buy a SX and get the ECU flashed then it may be a totally different bike probably better all round than the ZX except for comfort but comparing like for like the SX in my opinion is not worth the extra cost because you get a bike that is less capable.

[@fyorbane]

Quicker but not more comfortable. The bars are much lower on the 14.

[@stuartnaylor2235]

Yeah really nice review cheers

[@MrMigo028]

Great video, this bike its fast o.O

[@pags1981]

Good review nice work

[@vector409]

all that dash info should be sent to the visor, heads up display overlay :)

[@zspence77]

Awesome!

[@clivelanghan3481]

Want one!

[@trent3872]

I was wondering what that odd noise was. The sound of raw power lol.