I purchased my H2SXSE new in 2019 after trying Multistrada’s etc etc to replace my Busa. Amazing bit of kit, been all over Spain France and Italy. She’s out of warranty now so I had it remapped to get rid of the snatchy on/off throttle. She now has 222 at the back wheel with all the restrictions removed. It’s gone from being a missile to a hyper powered missile! As you can imagine an extra 40+ horses makes a fair amount of difference. The amazing thing is, it’s still ultra smooth and even more rideable. Absolutely love this thing, Kawasaki have done an incredible job… Thanks Kawasaki😉👍🏽
I had my 2018 H2 SX SE remapped. 215 +bhp yet so easy to ride slow or fast. There really is nothing that gets near it as a do everything (on tarmac) bike.
I Bought my 2022 H2 SXSE two summers ago and went straight from Stockholm to Rimini through Schweitz, Austrain and Italian alps. It took 4 days and I had the paniers stuffed and a backpack. I rode all kinds of roads (except gravel) and it handled them all with ease. 250 on Autobahn is like cutting butter with a warm knife. The twisties in the alps it handles without hassle. 35 degree leanangle in most corners and throttle out - no problems. I did Rombo pass all alone at 7 am and I can tell you it still lingers as one of my best moments in life. It will do nearly 400 kilometers if you stay under 90 km/h, but at 250 on the autobahn it drank like a camel. Remember to buy the aftermarket airfilter because the compressor sucks a lot of air and you will want to clean the filter twice a year. The best bike I ever had for it's purpose: to kill continents. When you take the paniers of and go sport it will handle really well. I don't like the loook of the back radar then, but you can't have everything. Try one!
Not a trackday bike..... but just fine on the twisties from low speed tight ones to high speed sweepers. Can't wait for the snow to leave (February in Canada).
Sold my ZZR1400 Performance Sport for my 2020 SDGT - absolutely no regrets. Did alot of miles on the ZZR including 2 Euro tours. its a licence loser but its a very heavy beast and you need to plan the handling - The ZZR IMO its a direct comparison to the H2 SX. I wouldnt swap my SDGT to go back to the Kawk offering
I spoke with the KTM team.last week at the NEC and they said don't hold your breath as the GT Gen 3 isn't due until MY25. Its the SDR that gets the 1401 in 2024. That news sealed it for me as not waiting that long
Where does this bike fit in? I understand it's a sports touring machine? But I'm assuming it's a 'summer touring machine' than an all year round kinda bike? The reason I ask, I'm currently trying to put together a 2 bike garage. After selling my XSR900 and 1200GS, I still want something 'fun and fast to tour on but use all year round, motorways, touring(rain or sun) and then n out n out summer toy.. The SX keeps popping up on my list but feel it'd be wasted for anything but summer riding?
Needs to be more upright. Sorry, raced back in the day, this IS the ultimate driving machine (sorry bmw, even though i own one). But if you want my business back kawi, make it more upright. Simple.
@@stevesherlockrides Simple. I'm in my 50s. Used to road race. Lot of guys my age can now afford this bike, and rode the Gixxers, CBRs, R6s/ R1s etc. We LOVE performance. But we don't want to be leaned over like this anymore. It's why we're riding adv bikes, real sport tourers etc. All they need is a better seating position. We love our Jap bikes but other than ADV bikes, this is way more sporty than most of us want to be on in terms of position. I love my S1000xr but would prefer this bike if I wasn't leaning so far forward.
I bought a new 2018 bike in 2019 and have done over 30k miles on it. I love it. It's been across Europe with the Old Gits European Tours. It's so good that, when I decided to replace it, there was only one choice. I collect my 2024 H2 SX SE in March! 😁😁😁 As for "flick-ability", it's no lightweight but it happily did a tour of 24 Dolomites and Alps passes, plus the Route des Grande Alpes and the Route Napoleon, with lean angles of more than 50 degrees, without any issues and you don't get much twistier than Stelvio, Furka, Grimmsel, Col de Bonnette etc.
Get a 1390 SDR, hoon around on it. Then bolt on a screen, fit some blaze panniers, and use your tail pack for touring. Lots of journalists and TH-camrs rate the 1290 SDR as the best road bike so 1390 should be better still. Good luck with whatever you buy.
I’m really enjoying all your content Steve. For me, that GT is still a hard bike to beat, I miss mine to this day and I’ve owned a LOT of fast sporty bikes. Will pop over to Instagram and give you a follow next.
Top vid buddy. I have the 2023 SE Performance Tourer and I think it's the greatest Bike ever build. My opinion of course. You can really throw it about and the electronics are amazing. I regularly travel 400+ miles in a day with my buddies and we're up north quite a bit (I'm in the Midlands). You get used to the speed very quickly but I love nothing more than just cruising along on it. Marvellous machine. Thanks again. Oh and it's great for Camping :)
Cheers and agree 100% however I've been offered a brilliant deal on the ducatir multi V4s fully loaded. Plus I've gone for the full akra system so gets me to 180 bhp 😀
I really wanted one of these last year when I decided to get rid of my GT, but there wasn't one to test ride. The Dealer expected me to drop £28k on a bike that I'd not ridden. I ended up with the 1290sas.
Having owned one for 6 years I can say you had wasted the first 7 minutes of the video riding in a built up area. tut tut. 60 MPH on a motorway also tut tut. Seat is supposed to allow you to slip. I can't see why you did this video because you haven't said anything about the bike. You have now confirmed to me that I must make my own owner videos to tell the real story.
Ignore him! I tried this bike a few weeks ago, how could anyone “ Tour” on this bike it’s so uncomfortable, I was leant forward so far I only rode it for about 20 minutes and I gave it back, The Zh2 naked was 100 times better EVEN with absolutely no wind protection whatsoever I’d still prefer it to the SX 😂! It’s a good bike but 💯 not for me 👍🏾
You should try the BMW M1000XR 🎉 you’ll like it I think 🤔, No Supercharger but for me personally I don’t like the power delivery of the supercharger, it’s a bit sudden but that’s just me 👍🏾
I purchased my H2SXSE new in 2019 after trying Multistrada’s etc etc to replace my Busa. Amazing bit of kit, been all over Spain France and Italy. She’s out of warranty now so I had it remapped to get rid of the snatchy on/off throttle. She now has 222 at the back wheel with all the restrictions removed. It’s gone from being a missile to a hyper powered missile! As you can imagine an extra 40+ horses makes a fair amount of difference. The amazing thing is, it’s still ultra smooth and even more rideable. Absolutely love this thing, Kawasaki have done an incredible job… Thanks Kawasaki😉👍🏽
It is a great bike however not what I want for the twisties.
@@stevesherlockrides They’re a handful but more than capable I assure you…
I had my 2018 H2 SX SE remapped. 215 +bhp yet so easy to ride slow or fast. There really is nothing that gets near it as a do everything (on tarmac) bike.
Who will do the "remap"? Any Kawasaki dealer ?
@@akikomii Hi, no, you need to find a reputable Dyno centre, I used Dave Wood Racing in Buckingham…
I have the 2018 version, sold it then missed it so much I bought it back 😁
I Bought my 2022 H2 SXSE two summers ago and went straight from Stockholm to Rimini through Schweitz, Austrain and Italian alps. It took 4 days and I had the paniers stuffed and a backpack. I rode all kinds of roads (except gravel) and it handled them all with ease. 250 on Autobahn is like cutting butter with a warm knife. The twisties in the alps it handles without hassle. 35 degree leanangle in most corners and throttle out - no problems. I did Rombo pass all alone at 7 am and I can tell you it still lingers as one of my best moments in life. It will do nearly 400 kilometers if you stay under 90 km/h, but at 250 on the autobahn it drank like a camel. Remember to buy the aftermarket airfilter because the compressor sucks a lot of air and you will want to clean the filter twice a year. The best bike I ever had for it's purpose: to kill continents. When you take the paniers of and go sport it will handle really well. I don't like the loook of the back radar then, but you can't have everything. Try one!
Really happy it suits you. Enjoy and be safe
I own an sxse you won't find a better all round bike ,it's amazing by one
Not a trackday bike..... but just fine on the twisties from low speed tight ones to high speed sweepers. Can't wait for the snow to leave (February in Canada).
I love it more and more. I am a bit scared every time i ride it. New tires after7800 km needed and it is a new Bike again. Best machine I ever felt 🙏🏻
looks like a brilliant bike but the weight of the bike put me off after selling my K1300s another great bike but also heavy bought a Ninja 1000 SX
Sold my ZZR1400 Performance Sport for my 2020 SDGT - absolutely no regrets. Did alot of miles on the ZZR including 2 Euro tours. its a licence loser but its a very heavy beast and you need to plan the handling - The ZZR IMO its a direct comparison to the H2 SX. I wouldnt swap my SDGT to go back to the Kawk offering
Yes thats my opinion also. Have now decided to buy the ducati multi v4s with akra upgrade lol
@@stevesherlockrides Can't knock your choice. I'm hanging on in hope for the 1390GT. Also have my 2023 Tuono Factory to keep me happy
I spoke with the KTM team.last week at the NEC and they said don't hold your breath as the GT Gen 3 isn't due until MY25. Its the SDR that gets the 1401 in 2024. That news sealed it for me as not waiting that long
That H2 is mind-blowing indeed, I'd try the Multi and also the Hayabusa before making a decision.
My next vid will declare my decision. Watch this space and thanks for following.
Where does this bike fit in? I understand it's a sports touring machine? But I'm assuming it's a 'summer touring machine' than an all year round kinda bike?
The reason I ask, I'm currently trying to put together a 2 bike garage. After selling my XSR900 and 1200GS, I still want something 'fun and fast to tour on but use all year round, motorways, touring(rain or sun) and then n out n out summer toy..
The SX keeps popping up on my list but feel it'd be wasted for anything but summer riding?
I love the H2sx but I’m not testing one as I’ll end up with one and loose my license they are a fantastic machine
Was silky smooth and powerful but defo a license loser.
Needs to be more upright. Sorry, raced back in the day, this IS the ultimate driving machine (sorry bmw, even though i own one).
But if you want my business back kawi, make it more upright. Simple.
Why do you say that? Surely that then becomes more of a tourer?
@@stevesherlockrides Simple. I'm in my 50s. Used to road race. Lot of guys my age can now afford this bike, and rode the Gixxers, CBRs, R6s/ R1s etc. We LOVE performance. But we don't want to be leaned over like this anymore. It's why we're riding adv bikes, real sport tourers etc. All they need is a better seating position. We love our Jap bikes but other than ADV bikes, this is way more sporty than most of us want to be on in terms of position. I love my S1000xr but would prefer this bike if I wasn't leaning so far forward.
I bought a new 2018 bike in 2019 and have done over 30k miles on it. I love it. It's been across Europe with the Old Gits European Tours. It's so good that, when I decided to replace it, there was only one choice. I collect my 2024 H2 SX SE in March! 😁😁😁
As for "flick-ability", it's no lightweight but it happily did a tour of 24 Dolomites and Alps passes, plus the Route des Grande Alpes and the Route Napoleon, with lean angles of more than 50 degrees, without any issues and you don't get much twistier than Stelvio, Furka, Grimmsel, Col de Bonnette etc.
That's an amazing route on a great bike. I'm likely to be buying the Ducati Multistrada Pikes Peak and can't wait
@@stevesherlockrides Enjoy your new Multistrada. They're brilliant bikes.
Get a 1390 SDR, hoon around on it. Then bolt on a screen, fit some blaze panniers, and use your tail pack for touring.
Lots of journalists and TH-camrs rate the 1290 SDR as the best road bike so 1390 should be better still.
Good luck with whatever you buy.
I've ridden naked for a few years and looking for something fast but more comfortable for longer trips though
It gets with the program it is fast.
In a straight line though
I’m really enjoying all your content Steve. For me, that GT is still a hard bike to beat, I miss mine to this day and I’ve owned a LOT of fast sporty bikes. Will pop over to Instagram and give you a follow next.
Thanks for the comment and I agree the GT is ace but it's always nice to experience others. My next vid will declare my decision so keep tuned
Top vid buddy. I have the 2023 SE Performance Tourer and I think it's the greatest Bike ever build. My opinion of course. You can really throw it about and the electronics are amazing. I regularly travel 400+ miles in a day with my buddies and we're up north quite a bit (I'm in the Midlands). You get used to the speed very quickly but I love nothing more than just cruising along on it. Marvellous machine. Thanks again. Oh and it's great for Camping :)
If you want a great deal, give Cornwall Kawasaki a call and tell them I sent you. They're a fantastic dealership.
Cheers and agree 100% however I've been offered a brilliant deal on the ducatir multi V4s fully loaded. Plus I've gone for the full akra system so gets me to 180 bhp 😀
@@stevesherlockrides awesome! They’re a top bike no doubt. Nice one.
I really wanted one of these last year when I decided to get rid of my GT, but there wasn't one to test ride. The Dealer expected me to drop £28k on a bike that I'd not ridden. I ended up with the 1290sas.
You made the right decision
Instagram what a great idea, who’s idea was that Steve 📣😂👏🏻
I wonder lol
Having owned one for 6 years I can say you had wasted the first 7 minutes of the video riding in a built up area. tut tut. 60 MPH on a motorway also tut tut. Seat is supposed to allow you to slip. I can't see why you did this video because you haven't said anything about the bike. You have now confirmed to me that I must make my own owner videos to tell the real story.
Sorry your time was wasted!!! Better luck next time with your own
Ignore him! I tried this bike a few weeks ago, how could anyone “ Tour” on this bike it’s so uncomfortable, I was leant forward so far I only rode it for about 20 minutes and I gave it back, The Zh2 naked was 100 times better EVEN with absolutely no wind protection whatsoever I’d still prefer it to the SX 😂! It’s a good bike but 💯 not for me 👍🏾
You should try the BMW M1000XR 🎉 you’ll like it I think 🤔, No Supercharger but for me personally I don’t like the power delivery of the supercharger, it’s a bit sudden but that’s just me 👍🏾
I would love the M spec for sure. I've hot the multistrada v4s now and off to the picos in Spain, and then portugal for 2 weeks in a couple of days.
Just buy it Steve
Going a different way mate.