Kawasaki ZH2 Acceleration test 0-140mph Rocket Ship 🚀 Knox armour

[@-DC-]

Test rode one Omg it's absolutely insane great video 👍

[@KnoxArmour]

Agree, its bonkers fast! Aaron KNOX

[@T1k213]

I just got an MT10 last year. I think in a year or so I’ll trade it in for one of these, hopefully when they do a redesign not the biggest fan of front end lol

[@bodieashton832]

Instablaster

[@ArabianOak]

Best bike I ever owned. Loving it.

[@KnoxArmour]

Brilliant bike absolute missile! Aaron KNOX

[@rayjones9819]

How's the seating position, are you crouched over?

[@andreabricchi6031]

Same here. It's phenomenal.

[@jahlion9488]

Well lucky you

[@chess747]

Just brought my ZH2 today. First time riding a super charge, and it’s so fast and scary. It also has cruse control. And honestly, it’s so comfortable to ride, I swear. Stay safe, and get a ZH2, you won’t regret it.

[@KnoxArmour]

Great bike, enjoy it! Aaron KNOX

[@brewcrew6330]

X2 I have 1600 miles in 3 weeks on mine lol

[@kx501]

Brocks in the USA has everything you need for this bike now (full system/Ecu) and it's not expensive.

[@Revviews]

Great video and good to see the Z H2 up there and getting the feedback it deserves. It certainly isn't the the most competitive neither does it have the best brakes or suspension but man does it make you feel good and put a massive smile on your face. I'll be doing the full review on the Z H2 2021 in the coming weeks, then have some mods to add such as the Scorpion can and Sprint filter (doing videos for those too). Will be an excellent comparison to the nakeds I have already done videos for.

[@wheels.nature]

I tried that bike my soul separated from my body when i accelerated 0 to 100 kph in 3 sec

[@Joel-xf9tl]

Th old z1000 with a good rider can pull off a 3sec. Keep in to the h2r above 100kph and that’s where you think. What am I doing……

[@Davide.A.Visconti-Borghese]

I'm a 3rd generation Ducatista from a family of Roman Ducatisti (currently own a Panigale V2 Bayliss and a Moto Guzzi V7 850). Last year, my brother unexpectedly show up with this bike: poor electronic package for these days, compared to its direct rivals (but is priced far less than most of them too, to be honest) but maaan, so much fun and what a sound! Just a bit of gas and you're already thrown into the hyperspace lol. Brutal, violent, lovely Akashi beast!! 😍 😂

[@mspadmasujan2189]

Owning a z900 and wanting for an upgrade into liter class, here comes the missile shot naked... Can’t wait to be supercharged...💥💥💥

[@KnoxArmour]

Awesome! 😍

[@M4rkmcc21]

Would like some in gear times to compare that overtaking punch it has over other supernakeds. Not much time testing has been done on the zh2 yet. Absolutely love my zh2. Its the bike I always choose to take out and the bike i always wish I'd took out.

[@PaddyWack999]

Imagine what I'll be like once the ecu is cracked and a flash is available. I'll be at the front of the queue for that!

[@TheHkluivert]

Because it isn’t fast enough...?

[@PaddyWack999]

@@TheHkluivert I flashed my original H2 from 197bhp to 248bhp. Unlocks the real potential of the motor when done correctly.

[@KnoxArmour]

It will be insane! Aaron Knox

[@theenzoferrari458]

What is that? A flash. Do you add a camera flash module to it?

[@PaddyWack999]

Yes mate. Go into Jessops and they'll sort you out. 🙌💩🙌

[@aronanderson3848]

Just bought my 2022 zh2 last year and I'm waiting for the snow to melt. This bike is insane and I will say I'm using the cruise control alot lol.

[@trevor9947]

I love that I had to check it wasn't in Kph after seeing that pull

[@KnoxArmour]

Haha, yes its incredible... its one of those bikes that is hard to describe even on film, needs to be experienced! Aaron KNOX

[@RickyJr46]

Perched upon one at the dealer I noted a very short reach to the handlebars. Being tall and sat so upright this maniacal device would bash my forehead at every opportunity.

[@KnoxArmour]

Agree, it is quite short and provides a really comfortable riding position, Thanks, Aaron KNOX

[@RickyJr46]

It would be a cool project to graft the front fairing and screen from a 2021 ZX-10R onto the Z H2, to give the rider better airflow and more downforce at higher speeds. That stock Z H2 front end looks a bit wimpy anyway, too much like a scooter.

[@fyorbane]

@@RickyJr46 Someone will do a front headlight conversion kit for it soon to make it more aesthetically pleasing to those who don't like the look of it as standard.

[@dmitriyignatov2679]

I call mine a Green Lantern

[@tempusfugit7560]

Excellent video.

[@KnoxArmour]

Thank you very much!

[@huambo]

Launch control is a fair bit slower than doing it manually, but it sounds good.

[@scottk7011]

60-100 in 2.3 seconds. That's... Quick.

[@DDIAZ-we4dz]

straps. lowered. 4 inch swing arm extension. also a steering dampener would be a great add on. these are all supporting mods. because the beauty of this bike is that it has a LOT more in the tank. its so restricted from the factory that it only makes about 170 wheel. however, couple of youtube channels like moore mafia and brocks performance have dyno tuned this bike and completely removed the stock limitations. with a full exhaust and air filter this bike goes from an eye blurring 170 wheel horsepower to an absolutely arm ripping 230+ wheel horsepower. which means this bike is capable of making almost 300 crank horsepower with relatively minor modifications. which makes sense when you remember its lineage and that its descendant from the H2R. i dont think ive seen any other modern bike in its class be able to add that much power so easily. most of these bikes from the factory your be luck to get an extra 15 or 20 hp increase with the same modifications. that super charger really is a game changer as far as sheer potential for power.

[@seanogorman3472]

i put a Maxton GP shock on the back and a hyperpro steering damper on the front and fixed all the wobbling issues... its now remaped to 240BHP..... Yes a rocket ship!

[@KnoxArmour]

Wow that sounds amazing! Great upgrades. Aaron KNOX

[@QSpeedRacer]

0-60mph in only 3.3s & he shifted into 2nd at 55mph (which wasnt needed) def a lot more in there

[@PAPPABIATCH]

How are you guys timing this off of the speedo?

[@AridersLifeYT]

Oddball question, at 2:52 onwards - what is that graphic affect called, the title and the line that follows a spot. thats awesome

[@mono96wolf40]

日本が誇るバイクや！

[@oni-one574]

Man I wish this came with the adaptive cruise control system.

[@IrishSpyHD60]

The John Wick Quick-shifter needs to be a product 😄

[@duhduh14]

more like "Wind noise soundtest"

[@argieessex]

Amazing bike.

[@KnoxArmour]

Agree!

[@outdoors-gs9td]

im breaking in a new 2020 Z900 thats got serious torque! this bikes way faster and i can barely hang on to mine!!! love it and regular H2!!!

[@KnoxArmour]

Cool! Kawasaki naked bikes just have brilliant engines with loads of torque! Aaron KNOX

[@alexandercameron645]

Lol same just got a 2021 in white I loveee the savage power

[@colbyclark2479]

What about the ZH2 compared to the Ducati Street Fighter V4S

[@KnoxArmour]

Great shout. Having ridden both would say that the ZH2 engine is probably the most crazy engine Ive ever ridden and so fast, but it doesn't have the chassis components to match making it difficult to get the power down and is honestly a bit scary. The Streetfighter V4s however is a different story and can be ridden full throttle with good stability. Thanks, Aaron KNOX

[@josephfriedrich9792]

I'll take a medium in the handroid short cuff please

[@jokesonyou1253]

Needs a steering damper. That's my only complaint.

[@dute007]

gps result should be 😤

[@stevesmith6236]

From a 40-50 mph roll on in second gear, this motorcycle is one to be respected as it easily accelerates with much authority! I never experienced ANY head shake or twitchy handlebars at any speed. I've ridden it on back roads, major highways (motorways), and even raced it at an official 1/4 mile drag strip. No shake even up to an indicated 171 mph. There are plenty of faster and quicker bikes out there but this naked needs not feel slighted. Stock it isn't nearly as quick as I expected from a dead stop in the 1/4 mile. It's short wheelbase, high center of gravity and TOO low gearing make it very difficult to leave the line smoothly and with the front wheel down where it should be. And even though it has 101 ft lbs of torque, that torque isn't low enough in the power band to help either. It's a fun bike for sure, I've put 1742 miles on mine. It just isn't set up as a bike capable of performing well enough to even come close to sportbikes on top speed or at a drag strip . I'd rate this bike a 7 out of 10 at best and is closer to being worth no more than $12,500 USD , certainly not the $17,000 I paid for mine or the $17,500 Kawasaki is asking for the 2021 model.

[@M4rkmcc21]

Zh2 is kinda in its own ball park. Its the only supernaked that's supercharged. Its far cheaper than the SX and H2 but offers SC performance and smooth power unlike chompy Italians or lesser powered Japanese alternatives. For my £15k for 200bhp is an bargain. If u want add a £400 upgraded shock, some braided lines, remove the heavy stock can and it'll fix what most complain about. Add in a ecu fix and this thing will leave any NA bike behind 20 - 100mph which is where ppl who ride these types of bikes play around.

[@jfro5867]

Hi Steve, as an owner your opinion matters. I wondered about the gearing being short, you confirm it to be the case. It’s true many cars outperform bikes nowadays and it’s just how it is. It does look like a great bike though. Must have a go on one one day.

[@stevesmith6236]

@@jfro5867 Seems Kawasaki geared the ZH2 with 2 more teeth on the rear sprocket compared to the sport touring versions(H2 SX & H2SXSE).With much less weight than the SX versions, I don't understand why Kaw thought gearing the ZH2 was necessary. As with ANY land based vehicle, if you can't put the power to the ground optimally, you might need to re-gear it.

[@killernugget97]

what kind of times were you getting on the quarter? , it makes sense it would be a pain in the ass to get it to race cleanly.

[@draugwraith5549]

“Couldn’t get the LC to work on that bike”. It’s because KTM requires a damn subscription to have ABS, LC, TC, etc. These subscriptions are getting way outta hand. (Not joking)

[@mehran4144]

Very nice👌👌👌👌👌👌👏👏👏👏

[@KnoxArmour]

Thanks a lot!

[@Twobarpsi]

Time to mow the runway.

[@KnoxArmour]

Haha, luckily thats not our job! Aaron KNOX

[@R3RLEE]

3.3 sec to 60 that cant be right!!

[@KnoxArmour]

Yes... its hard to get faster on a motorcycle tbh. Aaron KNOX

[@criley2723]

Motorcycles are limited to how quickly they accelerate from a dead stop since they wheelie. My old Concours 1400 that weighed 700 lbs with 160 hp could do 0 to 60 in under 3 seconds because the weight held the front end down.

[@062241kdp]

Can’t believe you didn’t try the launch control on the H2. At least find out if it’s faster or not, for our sakes, most of us won’t get to own one.

[@T1k213]

Why can I not find this color in the US 😩

[@PsGetSid_]

Kawasaki ZH2 vs Streetfighter

[@KnoxArmour]

Would be nice! 😈

[@rudedog3529]

I have both.............. Z H 2 FTW . 😈

[@PsGetSid_]

@@rudedog3529 Do you prefer the ZH2? i can afford ZH2 or the Z900rs

[@rudedog3529]

@@PsGetSid_ Depends on where and how you want to ride and budget. I also have a 2018 RS in the colors similar to the original '73 Z 1 that it is based on..

[@negenelf123]

So much power... back in the 80"s motorcycles always outrun a car , but these days .... new Lotus Evija goes 0-125 mph in yes in 5 sec... 0-186 in 9 sec , what happened did evolution of motorcycles stalled ? I know only 1 wheel to put the power on etc , but with today electronics I thought we would stand much farther .. if motorcycles would have evolved like cars did , I think the H2R power would be normal for a superbike or supernaked , no ?

[@WoZIMoo]

Don't understand it either... All those fancy electronics and stupid power to get to 60 in 3.3 seconds and a quarter mile around 10 seconds. Don't understand these modern hyper powered bikes that can't even get the power down. They made sport touring bike 20-25 years ago that got similar performance without the sketchiness and impracticality of these bikes. My 20 year old Triumph Sprint 955 gets to 60 in around 3.5 seconds with and does the 1/4 in about 11 seconds. It stays planted to the ground the whole time without rising and twitching like a leaf during the process. Gets over 45mpg without trying and the Kawa probably gets 25 if you're lucky. (Owned an early Z1000 and hardly got 30mpg when gentle)

[@TheHkluivert]

Phil3555 what a coincidence; I just bought a RS955i yesterday and while reading and watching this clip, I thought “huh? My 20 year old Triumph is said to do 0-60 mph in 3,3 seconds”...

[@allwheeldrive]

Too much power to launch cleanly unless you "draggify" it, with a longer swing arm, slicks, a born-to-drag rider, etc., etc. A Top Fuel drag bike will do well under 6 seconds in the quarter. And, those super cars are embracing 4WD for exactly the same reason: traction and off-line control. the $3M Bugatti Chiron isn't the quickest, either, but it'll do 300mph, a whole whack faster than all but a couple of production cars. Keep in mind, too, the Kaw is downright cheap in comparison to anything with wheels that'll keep up.

[@KnoxArmour]

Yes agree to an extent, however, the major limiting factor to a motorcycle would be the amount of rubber on the road, plus the fact it they just wheelie if there is too much power without longer swingarms etc. Plus you have to remember that to get that kind of performance for a car, you are into mega£££.. my k8 gsxr750 is pretty much as quick as the ZH2, but will outrun a £270k Lamborghini Aventador. Thanks Aaron KNOX

[@negenelf123]

@@KnoxArmour A motogp has alot more power/weight and doesnt wheelie , so they can implement those configurations in normal bikes aswell I think + the H2R does have some todays supercar performance.. they should implement it in todays super liter bikes imho !

[@muchsolikhudinkhudyn2986]

Kurang bagus zh2 yang bagus tipe h2r full power stabil seimbang bahan bakar dengan kecepatannya desainnya pas seperti monster tapi knalpot sangat bising kurang halus

[@shyamsunilkarthikeyan6148]

Holla

[@cheaterninja]

everyfing, there's a "th" in there you know

[@KnoxArmour]

Fanks... :)

[@raleeuw]

Loads of bike.s under 4 sec. And where is the sound,yea only bla bla bla

[@ruigomes5933]

not my cup of tea. not denying the quality and performance, just doesn't suit me. the handle bar shaking and the speed, it seems any minute you will be time travelling on that thing

[@stevesmith6236]

Honestly, mine NEVER shook as is shown or stated in this video. Probably needs the head bearings tightened because of all the journalists doing countless wheelies.

[@fyorbane]

@@stevesmith6236 Also I think launch control and anti wheelie was turned off.

[@R3RLEE]

@@stevesmith6236 mine either!

[@barteckstreet1991]

@@stevesmith6236 LOL! Have you ever tried to open the throttle?

[@stevesmith6236]

@@barteckstreet1991 Exactly what is it you are "laughing out loud" about?