5 Things I wish I was told about the Kawasaki H2 (Before I Bought)

[@matthewhimes4204]

As an H2 owner it boils down to it should of came with an intercooler from the factory, hard to sell a 36k bike then put another 4000$ intercooler on it. But on the flip side of thay if your spending 36k on a bike then you shouldn't be bothered. When people talk to me about getting an H2 I tell them to add another 10k ontop of the price for the intercooler and the exhaust and the tune. I try to push people into used ones, you save so much money. Alot of your complaints can be solved with money. Alot of other bikes can't solve there gremlins with anything.

[@Elite-Purecell]

Why do people like to change the exhaust? It doesn’t do anything

[@matthewhimes4204]

@@Elite-Purecell not worth the argument. Go to Google my guy I have faith in you.

[@Elite-Purecell]

@@matthewhimes4204 I was just asking. I’m not looking for an argument 💀

[@matthewhimes4204]

@@Elite-Purecell to Google! I believe in your ability!

[@matthewhimes4204]

@@Elite-Purecell to Google! I have faith in you !

[@oceyho]

Exhaust, Tune + intercooler is a must. Then u can enjoy it as much as u want.

[@yeejay6396]

Nice pfp. RIP😅

[@lucrezia1451]

That self-healing thing is lq pretty amazing

[@cluis3785]

It’s self-healing PPF (paint protection film) expensive but you don’t need a big roll for a bike

[@yeejay6396]

​@@cluis3785would you think it to be expensive to have it installed vs buying a rolling and diy?

[@garrettbrown3126]

You can get the “self healing paint” on any bike, it’s just PPF, most good tint shops can do it for you. I usually PPF my tank and front fairings.

[@yeejay6396]

Need to do that after I get my R6 touched up. Going to be a min before then, but hopefully before it gets colder so I can get the PPF as well.

[@DeFinite_7]

Came here to say this. I had it put on my 24 MT09 and it's lovely. Would recommend for all of your bikes' tanks.

[@ST-kq9py]

It’s not PPF on the H2, it is a chemical in the paint that reacts with heat to smooth the top surface, not PPF plastic film applied on top of the paint.

[@coltonholaway7902]

​@@ST-kq9py baiscally ceramic coating. You can get self healing ones

[@CanijAsa]

No bro this is self healling paint which can't be aplied to Carbon parts. Its a top layer of special chemicals healing small scratches when are on heat or direct sunlight.PPF can be aplied to carbon but this cant.

[@chaser_the_dream6798]

Finally somebody who’s acknowledged internal boost temperatures

[@tjcarlover6701]

BTW the self healing sounds like ppf(paint protection film) which can be installed in any bike and car, just need to find a wrap or tint shop that offers it

[@turboboy0]

I looked at getting an h2 but hated the ergonomics and the looks (in person). Wound up buying a zx14r and absolutely love it. Very comfortable. Already did 1” bar risers and touring windshield. After a k&n filter, delkevic exhaust and Moore mafia tuned ecu it has 198 wheel hp & 118 tq. Way more than I’ll ever need.

[@Snakes709]

Make sure you get the APE billet oil pump cover. My bike 14r and many other peoples have spun rod bearings because the oem pump cover flexes under high load, drops oil pressure and spins the bearings.

[@tankerrrtankerrr1987]

I looked at the H2 and couldn't get over the ugly insect look, bought the gen 3 Busa instead and love it.

[@turboboy0]

@@tankerrrtankerrr1987 I just couldn’t get over how uncomfortable the busa is. Made me sad because all I rode for 31 years was Suzuki.

[@Jagshemasher]

When you are pinning it and the supercharger is spinning at high speed the boost pressure is much higher and the temperature will increase - that is perfectly normal and would be expected. . . .ever checked the end of a bicycle pump after you have pumped up a tire. An intercooler will certainly help reduce the air temperature going into the cylinders and will increase the power output (lower temperature - higher air density. 200-250 degrees (F) is absolutely not a problem for metal engine parts (I'm a mechanical engineer) - the engine oil temperature is what matters and provided the oil flow through these parts is high enough the oil temperature will stay within an acceptable operating range . . . . note there are a lot of oils out there used in heat transfer applications that can handle 500F or higher.

[@c0c0asauce]

The main problem with high intake air temperatures is fuel related pre-ignition. If you check out the live data on a scan tool while driving most cars you will see the IATs are tied to hard limits on ignition timing advance. Naturally aspirated engines on pump gas (87-93 octane) typically run 25-35° of ignition advance at peak torque. Forced induction engines running pump gas typically run 12-18° of ignition timing advance at peak torque to avoid pre-ignition issues. Pump E85 (108 octane) can push closer to 20°-25° advance with forced induction. People like to keep their secrets about methanol tuning but I believe people will often run 45° or more of ignition advance and IATs are almost irrelevant due to the cooling effect of methanol fuel.

[@zachrichard7039]

Thank you, as another ME I'm glad someone mentioned the fact that 250F will do nothing to your forced air induction setup. Definitely will suck power though.

[@RacerRick12]

the problem with the H2 is that Kawasaki shouldv made a SuperCharged ZX14R instead of a SC 1000…

[@QSpeedRacer]

That been amazing. And make an ZX-14 sport tourer too

[@larryhouse3776]

I've got a suspicious feeling they might be working on one. They have 1500cc supercharged engines in their Jet Ski

[@genxkevin]

Yesssss please 😂​@GregQuillen

[@screennamenottaken2]

@@larryhouse3776That’s a good point. Those are inline-4’s as well. I wonder if they wouldn’t make a bike like that for the streets though out of worry that it’s so ridiculously fast that it’d be a liability. I hope they throw caution to the wind. They usually seem to 😏

[@irocjared]

@@QSpeedRacerthat’s literally what the Concours is…

[@MiamiJato]

got my valves checked and SC checked for 1100 $ from my mechanic, I never go to dealer for anything, I go to independent mechanic that only works on sportbikes.......

[@SludgedB]

Ditto

[@banerooses22]

i have a love hate relationship with my H2. its far to powerful for the streets. its a super fun ride! the super charger sounds extremely cool, slowing down in first gear makes it sound like it has an evil laugh and going 155 feels extremely smooth.

[@halrichard1969]

Thanks for the informative Video. Always appreciate a real voice and a ride.

[@damiengvideos4337]

Don't forget about turbo blow oil blow by. I sold my 235whp H2SX because I didn't want to deal with the service issues. There is a guy who made a catch can kit for the SX but just like having to add an intercooler ...what a pain!

[@Hanibul_Lecktor]

Glasurit, nano tech self healing clear coat. No plastic necessary. Its stock on R35 and a few Infiniti top end models. Clear is called Ultra Scratch Resistant 925-2002 self heals under uv lighting. Amazing durability.

[@pauldark3044]

You don't need an intercooler, only if you tune it! I've had it since 2015 an the electronics's was good back then, the 2015 also for me is the pure original and even harder to ride but that's the charm of it, if I want comfort I'll take my zzr or H2sx se

[@Ibby.M.I.786]

I have NO issues with the H2 electronics - I mean all power or Rain mode is best. Keeps the bike reliable. I DO apologize, but every single time I subscribe to a channel (even with all notifications on), I stop seeing the new video notifications. Yours thus far are some of the best, and they all come up for me - KZbin's algorithm is seriously messed up

[@davidgarratt9632]

As a gen 3 busa owner, the electrics are great but off is better.

[@allovertheroad1543]

Absolutely love my 2018 h2sx 😊 everyone is entitled to their opinion, and I respect the truth. Some people can't handle the truth, lol the sx is a little different I think besides riding geometry also the cams

[@FeedMeSalt]

No fking way a bike that cost more then my damn TRUCK needs mods to run flat out safely. Unbelievable.

[@SansSentiments]

they guy is in texas afaik, thats a hot and dry area of the world. where I live this whole conversation does not happen, since we have only a couple of weeks in summer above 84 freedom degrees.

[@Dug6666666]

Never mind the boost temperature harming parts, think of all the performance being left on the table without an intercooler for a bike that is gunning to be the ultimate.

[@High_Octane]

I would like you to talk about and perhaps looks into the gen3 Hayabusa. It's the bike you wish the h2 was imo. I can't help but think that.

[@autisms_999]

ngl i love that bad idc how bad it is or not i like the way it looks and i like the aggressive look it has to it and the speed as well

[@OnlyZanty]

Since i saw your first video to just clicking on this one my jaw dropped when i saw subscriber count lmao i had to go into social blade to make sure i wasnt tripping.. what a month... >.< keep it up. 🔥🔥

[@cingkole7893]

6:50 NOS can fix that

[@irocss85]

Also an alcohol injection system which virtually works like nitrous system but your only injecting alcohol which also has a cooling effect naturally. The system can be programed to work only when your building boost. Nitrous requires you to keep the bottle pressure consistent and will run out much quicker with use. Either way your adding alot of complexity and stand alone systems but just another option only necessary for super serious riders. As if the power of a stick h2 isn't already insane.

[@irocss85]

I'll add 2 that nitrous is a power adder and alcohol is more like a power enabler because you can keep the charge air cold as well as make sure you have enough fuel delivery at WOT.

[@frankieforza]

Sure wouldn't

[@MatthewArchie311]

The thing is about the electronic package of the H2 is that it is a 2015 bike at the end of the day back then electronic packages what's the most crazy like we have now I swear the technologies are nowadays especially compared to the European manufacturer it's kind of specialty wild Japanese bikes more mechanical. But that's just my observation.

[@Joe.ba06]

The H2r is like the best 250mph bike it was designed and made with all unique parts every part was designed for the h2r the reason why Kawasaki doesn’t like people badmouthing it is because they designed it to perfection the H2r is exactly how they designed it to be it is 240kg wet and has 240 horse purrs the bussa weighs 265kg with 195 horsepower it is there perfect bike that’s why the price is so high they had to make brand new robots and machines to make the parts there’s not really anything like it it’s in its own league the bussa can go fast yes but it’s not as advanced and can’t manoeuvre and turn anything like the h2r can

[@connerallen3827]

How am I just now finding out the r1 is over?!?!😭 one of my dream bikes.... new life goal unlocked

[@dwarfkilla91]

should take this to the tuner that fastlaneD takes his toon, seemed to really wake his up alot. love the paint on this thing tho

[@spencer4932]

Riding in the USA on a bike looks like a nightmare and utterly dull, especially the lane splitting rule (yes I know some states allow it) compared to Europe and especially the UK.

[@ghostedh22016]

I guess I'm a poser with my winglets, H2R cams and supercharger gears, along with my intercooler. The only bad I have with the H2 is finding neutral and gas mileage.

[@Snakes709]

Intercooler is a must on these bikes. I have a H2 SX/SE and the wife has a ZH2. I track both of them and before adding the yagerworx intercooler to my bike, boost temps got 100*c (212*f) on a fairly cool day. The higher it got, the more the ecu was cutting timing. Got the intercooler and it doesnt matter the ambient temp, my boost temps stay cool. As for the service interval. Your dealership is partially full of shit. There is an extra service but all it is, is attaching a magnetic arm to the frame with a dial gauge to check the supercharger axial play. Literally grabbing the impeller blades out and in to see how much play there is. If its within spec, which it should be, its fine, no service needed. If its out of spec, the supercharger needs to be torn down and bearings/gears replaced. The axial play isnt $1500, so not sure where the dealership got that number from. There is one more supercharger related service and its easy but alot of work to get to and that is the supercharger oil screen. The fuel tank, air plenum, throttle body, right side throttle body holder, coolant hose and crank case cover have to be removed just to get to a small plug with a small little filter screen on. My SX had red loctite gummed up in it since Kawasaki loves using red loctite on every fucking bolt.

[@TerranovaHicks]

Thanks for telling the ins and outs of this beauty. Still my Unicorn 🦄 but loving the truth.

[@Gdirty.5]

The plastic film on the H2 is PPF. It’s a great thing for sure 🎉

[@KA1_xoxo]

Love your vids

[@iago8297]

Think he said his social media paid for his bikes

[@Suchabandit]

I love the honesty

[@Kichoman1983]

I have always considered the H2 in the same category as panigale V4S and the like, yet it’s significantly heavier. Pricing wise, I don’t think the H2 costs remotely more than its competitors. The 2025 panigale v4s is like 38K cad, same as 2024 H2. As a Kawi fanboy I have always wanted a H2.

[@adamcadby]

When I get my bike (hasn't decided on one yet, thinking yamaha R series) i would like to take good care of it - but I have no idea, how to change oil, optimice breaks etc.. Could you give me some tips on where to start, how to maintain your bike?

[@RyanSelby-o6h]

Hey man been watching u on TikTok and just found your KZbin account love the content, but I do have a question I’m gonna be getting my first bike hopefully in the next 2 months I was wondering what bike u would recommend getting as my first I wanted somthing that looks sporty and cool

[@stanparker9556]

Ninja 636. Great starter bike (if you respect the power). And you can grow into it. Tune, exhaust, and maybe a sprocket swap and it's a bad like 600 for later. Riding 10 years. Still have my 636 I started on. 27,000 miles and counting.

[@MotoPassion787]

Thanks for the info man I really appreciate it. Enjoy that b Beast of A bike. because I know I have ever since I Receive minds it's also a 2024.

[@dynamic_icecaron6171]

love the vids keep it up

[@mikedaniels9331]

Thank you for the whole story the truth I think Carpet America they got away from the truth that’s all about selling selling selling making money. I appreciate it. Thank you so much because I was looking at that bike purchase but I don’t need nothing than that powerful once again thank you so much like you said everybody’s not honest I wanna come to reviews and you write people are being paid and sponsorships galore. You name it. It’s being done it’s happening for a dollar unbelievable so you get thumbs up.👍👍👍

[@Devs.rr.06]

Out of all the times to point your bike at an escape route when stopping is when you’re behind a school bus and in front of a truck

[@chillwithkea]

Love the H2 and your videos brotha. What do you use for audio on your shorts?

[@irocss85]

Great video. I'm not rich enough to ever get one of these but it's interesting info for sure.

[@TedS.]

I wish you could meet ImKay and visit his bike garage. Now that, would be an awesome video 🤜🤛

[@kiamkuczynski6786]

People buy it for the supercharger not the hole or the windlets on the fairings

[@JohnMumford-o1p]

Interesting how the rain mode turned the bike into a cruiser

[@jb5music]

The first thing they lied about the Kawasaki H2 to you is that it's a two-stroke triple from the 1970s that's long since been discontinued.

[@chriscarter9875]

That’s the h2 i wanted. Unfortunately nobody had it on the showroom floor but, they had a 2023 ZH2 and i snatched that up. The Z got more modes to it though. Welp if Kawasaki does a 2025 model, o will order it. Just wish kawasaki do something with the 14r

[@gruhnchris]

Great video boss.

[@crime_wavcorp]

the guy in that big air brake truck most likely isn't going to be driving while on his phone at least.

[@KeViNMCMXXCIX]

Looking forward to the day I get to get an H2 next to my other bike or bikes in that case. I do go with with Z H2 though.

[@asaprulers226]

Everybody being hateful in the comments. You live and you learn, good nobody got hurt, and what a story you have to tell if you fix the truck

[@lock_estunts5685]

With the temperature you should look into extreme creations in Australia they make a lot of performance parts for the h2

[@NotBlitz00]

The electronics being that poor is so odd… kawasaki ZX-4R has all of the requirements you’re missing… odd that the 2024 H2 doesn’t…

[@whitegoodman7465]

Idk why they still not putting the bigger digital dash with way more electronics and features on the h2, zh2 and h2 sx both have em.

[@variobro5922]

I'm confused how this bike does not come with an intercooler already, especially when it's obviously needed. Maybe they expect most people who buy it are older and will barely ride it.

[@dg8062]

Yep.....better know what you're getting into b4 you shell out the big $$$ for an h2 . I could maybe see picking up a used Z H2. I want the '25 cbr1000r-rr-rrr-rrrrsp...lol. Far more exotic and imported a fraction of h2 numbers.

[@alwaysboosting9764]

A friend put the intercooler on his H2 and a few other add ons and he only spend about $1,500 and it took his power up to 260whp. I wish my turbo intercooler on my busa was that cheap.

[@Davemcmasters]

He lied to you lmfao. Only $1500. From where? Hahahahahaha

[@jeremyh172]

Use boiling water or super hot water Wil help speed up the healing. I have an h2 and put one on it and used hot water to fix it.

[@inline4smilez]

Ehhh a hair dryer would probably be a safer alternative there

[@Jasruler]

It has forced induction without an intercooler? Weird, at least as a car owner.

[@tylerlafountain4840]

"Turbine inspection"So learn to check for shaft play, not that hard, tools needed are not that expensive.

[@GregOwens-vh4se]

Could you please provide the source for the H2s discontinuation?

[@RED-EYE-FF_626]

Which has more exhaust sound ninja h2 or bmw m1000 rr

[@Tejfol]

i hate the fact that people have false reviews like im trying to buy a something know its going to have some faults no need to lie to my face saying its perfect

[@simonverdinek7803]

Intake temp wont kill your bike... But ts gonna kill its performance temporerly and waste alot of fuel just to cool down intrnals.

[@rdeh1678]

They are so fast could hardly stay with it with my Mv Augusta but his was a R , I could pass it the twistys but straights forget it he was gone

[@Lula_Performance]

It sounds great ❤

[@dlmp70]

Are you keeping your motorcycles inside a storage unit?

[@kmfiz]

Heat wise, how does it compare to the panigale? I heard those were super hot as well.

[@askingforafriend-b6y]

which roadtrip is on your bucket list?

[@LouonaH2]

run with an exhaust tip and your boost temps will be lower

[@leokat7867]

You probably shouldn’t look into what typical oil temps are 🤣

[@ojjones-private7568]

100ºc doesn't seem that excessive for a supercharger or am i wrong

[@MAGAman1004]

I think you forget... the ZX-14 STILL has more torque, ie lower, longer and will take out the H2 AND the Hayabusa on the dragstrip!

[@WillDogJones1]

Do you have any crusiers?

[@AR_GUY-EMS]

Is the zx6r a good beginner

[@dhybridfitness]

How many bikes do you have bro? All I needed is one but unfortunately I can’t afford my dream bike Kawasaki zx10r

[@therealdkgray]

Do the riders who try to pose as H2R owners ever say how they got them registered as street legal? 😂

[@Twistedland]

Fuck it I’m buying a 1000 I’m coming from dirt bikes and I did the msf course but not going to lie I like to go a decent speed but I won’t go to fast I just want one hopefully everything goes well. I’m gonna start a KZbin.

[@Anthony-nv7gd]

Anyone else see the car insurance commercial? If you are paying more than 30.00 per month you are getting ripped off. 😂😂😂. I need to cut myself off from all media. It’s just horrible.

[@Abashsbike]

the self healing thing is PPF isnt it? I have it on my bike and it does the same thing

[@theunluckycharm9637]

Mt07 ninja 400 KING

[@UrLuuuffy]

why dont you have an r1 btw? its my fav bike and you have other 1000cc bikes. so why not a r1?

[@jamiegriffith9887]

Id prefer a zx10 and a v4 over an h2 honestly

[@richardwoodhouse8397]

What didn't you like with your h2?

[@Saddoggiemm]

I completely forgot all about the self healing paint

[@JD-fd6gt]

I like my 03 YZF R1 better. Sometimes the real classic lightweight superbike is just better. No crappy electronics to worry about. Is the H2 faster? Sure. But the H2 is not a real classic sportbike, its something else...

[@matthewcrawford6289]

is it still worth buying?

[@Motochickenh2]

Wait hold up I'm 3,500 miles in on mine and have only done an oil change ...

[@Sadcosplayfreak]

Ooo 6secs AGO?! OKAY I SHALL NOW WATCH!

[@preston6227]

Hey I noticed you have the same shoes I have. Mine have worn incredibly fast. Did yours do the same? I’m pretty hard on mine.

[@GixxerB80]

"Self Healing" paint. Who knew...?

[@SleekHobbies88]

Sweet,shot out from ohio, got me another 👍 bike Indian FTR 1200, definitely check one out

[@KasperWalterQ5]

Just get the H2R brother

[@clapclapscream]

2:36 well it wouldn’t be quite a real h2 anymore either would it?

[@captaincucumber7461]

I was lucky enough to ride my brothers' 1986 H2 750cc superbike which had upgraded cams. It was a pain to start and had to be fully warm before riding or it would choke and splutter all over the place. BUT... when it came on cam my definition of warp speed changed... I had chased my brother to 220kph + on a zx6r (first of the ram air tuned airbox model) and he was leaving me in his dust and I was red lining each gear.. it was old, it felt heavy to ride, but it was the fastest accelerating bike I'd ever ridden.. today's H2 owes its heritage to that 750. 😎

[@Rex_Payne]

I have absolutely no idea what "1986 H2 750cc superbike" are you actually talking about because 748 cc Kawasaki H2 Mach IV was only produced since 1971 to 1975. Also, this bike is two-stroke - so it has no cams.

[@crazydonuts4781]

What's the news on the BMW?

[@cmgzfiveonezero]

See you should have bought a Honda Monkey like me! ❤

[@DaveSpen]

and the 6th thing....the Kawasaki H2....is a Ninja O__O

[@1____Mike____1]

Toxic positivity with bike reviews is real