Don’t know what you’ve been riding these last few weeks, but I’ve had mine three years now, done European tours two up, 600 mile days and had no issues whatsoever and as for the engine, all I can say is it’s a bit of Kawasaki Wizardry, superb bit of kit. Yes it’s a lot of money, but you get what you pay for in my opinion and this is an absolute masterpiece from Kawasaki….
Glad to see this comment as I am seriously close to buying one and every review I have watched compliments the comfort. Only this guy seems to have an issue with it, amongst other gripes only he seems to have. I suspect he isn't overly keen on Kawasaki's
Am considering the 2023 model - I'm about 182 cms tall - if you dont mind my asking - what height are you ? as you have obviously found the ergonomics to be good. No demo models for me to test drive here in Melbourne/Australia
my 22 shifts like butter and torque is instant your riding it a gear to high then !!! Best bike i ever rode or owned and i have a 22 s1000rr 2 zx14r's a zx10r gsxr-s gt zx6r gsxr1000r a ducati hyper and victory hardball also this is a seriously fast smooth comfy bike and the character of this thing is amazing i acant believe how good it is in the twistys for a heavy bike ..
I'm on my second H2, 6ft 3" 33" leg and no problem with cramp or comfort on long journeys and as for the seat, no issues there either. Not sure why you are having issues with low speed gear changes as mine is perfect. Agree with the keyless bit, if you are going keyless it all needs to be keyless. That weight also gives the bike some great high speed stability, similar to the ZZR1400
Same here my friend, I’ve been all over France and Spain two up and done 600 mile days with no issues at all. Don’t think this guy is riding the same bike as we have🤔
@@Waldo1122 With keyless fuel caps it remains locked at all times, you have so many seconds to open it post ignition tuning off so there is no chance of pouring sand in the tank.
@@richardhoskins307 The real question is....where do you live? And where do you drive around. In the right places, you can literally leave your key in the Bike and no one will touch it. In the wrong ones, you can have keysless, two disc locks and a chain to the frame and the bike will still get stolen or keyed or some nonesense. I think its better to buy a bikes that is level with the area you live and where you plan on riding it.
I bought mine (2020 SX SE) 5tkm used and Ive been really happy now at 12km. I dont do very long trips. half day usually. Dont have panniers but Givi weightless top box. For the price (used bike) Ive been very very satisfied. I need to try again the latest on spring when test drives start to see if the latest model feels any different..
Totally agree with your comments. I have a 2019 model and I'm a little disappointed with the comfort. It's a hard bike to ride fast as it takes some pushing around in the bends. Rewarding when you get it right, but you have to be in the mood for it. It's like it doesn't just want to have a stress free bimble out. You have to be on it to get the enjoyment from the bike. But when you are in the mood for it, there's nothing better over short to mid distances. 👍
I have the same model too. Totally agree with you about confort at high speed. Will be better a re-design of plexiglass for a better aero intake. But what a beast, holy shit! :)
Spot on review based on my experience with my 2022. I traded it for a Ducati Pikes Peak because I just could not get on with the ergonomics. With the Ducati, I have no discomfort at all, but I will say I miss the thrill of the H2SX engine. Agreed that in stock form, there is not much grunt below 4K, whereas my Ducati has plenty of low end grunt. Part of me wishes I would have done the handlebar conversion on my H2SX to see if that would have addressed my issues with comfort. Bikes and comfort are completely unique to the individual. What works for one, does not not work for all.
? Fumbling around for a key 🔑 to open the gas tank??? Some of these critisims don't make any sense to me at all. Is opening a fuel tank with a key a big issue these days?
Have 22000 miles on my 2019 SX SE. Brock tuned. Very happy. Needed new cam tensioner after 18k. Otherwise no problems. Miss my H2 triple though, but that's probably for some other reasons 😕
I’ve given you thumbs up for your honesty and sincerity and thoroughness but I suspect that you are too small for this machine. This may be why your bum and wrists got tired - possibly. Good review.
Don’t know what you’ve been riding these last few weeks, but I’ve had mine three years now, done European tours two up, 600 mile days and had no issues whatsoever and as for the engine, all I can say is it’s a bit of Kawasaki Wizardry, superb bit of kit. Yes it’s a lot of money, but you get what you pay for in my opinion and this is an absolute masterpiece from Kawasaki….
Glad to see this comment as I am seriously close to buying one and every review I have watched compliments the comfort. Only this guy seems to have an issue with it, amongst other gripes only he seems to have. I suspect he isn't overly keen on Kawasaki's
Am considering the 2023 model - I'm about 182 cms tall - if you dont mind my asking - what height are you ? as you have obviously found the ergonomics to be good. No demo models for me to test drive here in Melbourne/Australia
my 22 shifts like butter and torque is instant your riding it a gear to high then !!! Best bike i ever rode or owned and i have a 22 s1000rr 2 zx14r's a zx10r gsxr-s gt zx6r gsxr1000r a ducati hyper and victory hardball also this is a seriously fast smooth comfy bike and the character of this thing is amazing i acant believe how good it is in the twistys for a heavy bike ..
Bike World were riding this all day, and found it very comfortable for the whole day.
I'm on my second H2, 6ft 3" 33" leg and no problem with cramp or comfort on long journeys and as for the seat, no issues there either. Not sure why you are having issues with low speed gear changes as mine is perfect. Agree with the keyless bit, if you are going keyless it all needs to be keyless. That weight also gives the bike some great high speed stability, similar to the ZZR1400
Seems dumb to have a keyless fuel tank on an expensive bike, someone would pour sand into your fuel tank.
Same here my friend, I’ve been all over France and Spain two up and done 600 mile days with no issues at all. Don’t think this guy is riding the same bike as we have🤔
@@Waldo1122 With keyless fuel caps it remains locked at all times, you have so many seconds to open it post ignition tuning off so there is no chance of pouring sand in the tank.
@@richardhoskins307 The real question is....where do you live? And where do you drive around. In the right places, you can literally leave your key in the Bike and no one will touch it. In the wrong ones, you can have keysless, two disc locks and a chain to the frame and the bike will still get stolen or keyed or some nonesense.
I think its better to buy a bikes that is level with the area you live and where you plan on riding it.
Thank you for a useful review. So much more informative than all those guys that seem to just want to sell you a bike.
I get all day riding from mine with no discomfort. Is your bum that sensitive? As for lacking at low revs, lol, you are joking, right?
I bought mine (2020 SX SE) 5tkm used and Ive been really happy now at 12km. I dont do very long trips. half day usually. Dont have panniers but Givi weightless top box. For the price (used bike) Ive been very very satisfied. I need to try again the latest on spring when test drives start to see if the latest model feels any different..
Totally agree with your comments. I have a 2019 model and I'm a little disappointed with the comfort. It's a hard bike to ride fast as it takes some pushing around in the bends. Rewarding when you get it right, but you have to be in the mood for it. It's like it doesn't just want to have a stress free bimble out. You have to be on it to get the enjoyment from the bike. But when you are in the mood for it, there's nothing better over short to mid distances. 👍
I have the same model too. Totally agree with you about confort at high speed. Will be better a re-design of plexiglass for a better aero intake. But what a beast, holy shit! :)
got a 19 model also, I had to put the ABM Bars on it to make it comfortable, if not, I was gonna sell it.....
@@MiamiJato I have the same problem, but still not put anything at the moment
Thank u🙄, great review!
Spot on review based on my experience with my 2022. I traded it for a Ducati Pikes Peak because I just could not get on with the ergonomics. With the Ducati, I have no discomfort at all, but I will say I miss the thrill of the H2SX engine. Agreed that in stock form, there is not much grunt below 4K, whereas my Ducati has plenty of low end grunt. Part of me wishes I would have done the handlebar conversion on my H2SX to see if that would have addressed my issues with comfort. Bikes and comfort are completely unique to the individual. What works for one, does not not work for all.
are you guys in 1st while pulling through 4k?Just curious.
? Fumbling around for a key 🔑 to open the gas tank???
Some of these critisims don't make any sense to me at all.
Is opening a fuel tank with a key a big issue these days?
Mine is so good, love it so much, I am 6’4, don’t agree with your issues
Barely anyone on the thread agrees with this guys issues....makes you wonder if he just doesn't like Kawasaki.....
Have 22000 miles on my 2019 SX SE. Brock tuned. Very happy. Needed new cam tensioner after 18k. Otherwise no problems. Miss my H2 triple though, but that's probably for some other reasons 😕
Nothing about the updated TFT dash?
What is filtering?
Very nice bike but you can’t beat my ZZR1400 for the low down grunt this lacks.
Ironically I am torn between the H2 and a ZZR1400....
It doesn’t lack low down grunt though he’s talking shite.
Get this bike flashed. ALL problems will be fixed. All other things you mentioned might need adjustment to your specifications
I’ve given you thumbs up for your honesty and sincerity and thoroughness but I suspect that you are too small for this machine. This may be why your bum and wrists got tired - possibly. Good review.
Hi mike!
Bad to the bone. Too expensive for me.
Maybe
only thing is missing here : DCT
It's fucking expensive... I prefer yahama tracer gt or niken instead
Obviously a Kwak hater! 6”2 and have none of the problems you’ve mentioned!!