For 99% of riders on the road this won't be any slower through corners than anything else out there. What it does give you is a much more relaxed riding position with phenomenal performance coupled with an ability to do almost any type of riding.

@ur2slob724

2 жыл бұрын

100% this, I’ve come from an s1KRR and I just picked up a zh2 and I can tell you I’m not any slower on the zh2 Too many people get hung up on numbers and ohlins. Saying it’s too heavy and it needs ohlins this and ohlins that. It’s a road bike built for the road it’s great at what it does if anything the extra weight helps it become more stable. If you want a track weapon go get yourself a bmw hp4 race 😂

@WolfgangVonKempelen838

2 жыл бұрын

@@ur2slob724 Very true, all those professional riders or better riders than us "normal" riders will tell the deference and can ride harder on it with all those extra toys. The standard one with another end can would suit me just fine. I was thinking of buying one but they cost a lot the insure though, compared to my Z900.

@ur2slob724

2 жыл бұрын

@@WolfgangVonKempelen838 Zx10 muffler bolts right in $100 used and your done 💪👍

@marksimpson5218

2 жыл бұрын

Very true, they would be no quicker on the others & the Kawasaki would be the better Road Bike.

@monkmoto1887

2 жыл бұрын

I literally just beat a newer rider on my Z1000, and a v8 camaro, up a little twisty run with a little shadow 500. It ain’t the bike it’s the rider, and it ain’t about being fastest it’s about having some fun instead of being stuck in a cage. if you’re such a “good” rider that you can’t see yourself with certain bikes because the handling isn’t good enough, you’re not riding for the right reasons. I’d rather be a fast guy on a slow bike than a slow guy on a fast bike any day!

I love mine. I got the SE specifically for the upgraded brakes and electronic suspension, and boy am I glad that I did. The awesome paint helped, too.

Love this beginner bike.

@George_juvana

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah.. honda monkey is a super naked bike with supercharge power build on it... (Don't shit through your mouth)😂

@richfromlondon3254

2 жыл бұрын

This video brought me fond memories of when I did my CBT on an H2

@LambChopRides

2 жыл бұрын

Haha 🤣

@sykrss9534

2 жыл бұрын

Same, gonna get this for my first bike and turbo busa for my girl 👌

Great review again chops. Love the camera work. The more i see this bike the more it grows on me. That kawasaki colour scheme is really nice too.

Great work Chops , bike is incredible as always Kawasaki machines .

Great review as always Chops! Thank you :)

Great stuff Chopsy. Keep up the good work!

your videos are really making me want a bike again and these half naked sports things look really good fun

They're a friendly bunch in Weymouth aye chops, anyway get your coat Chops, you've pulled a hells angel chick.

Great review, thanks. I reckon it looks good.

Great channel, great bike which I’ll never be able to afford but may give one a test ride. Great to see Weymouth used to spend a week down there every summer as a kid. 7 hour drive from sunny Lancashire.

I’m guna watch this to find out what an empty fuel station looks like. Keep up the great content 👍🏻

@LambChopRides

2 жыл бұрын

Haha yes 🤣

@wozzatherockdog1778

2 жыл бұрын

Your lucky. Us in Oz run outta dunny paper 😂

@J1M8O822

2 жыл бұрын

@@wozzatherockdog1778 ha well here in uk we are trading that for fuel now.

@bakedbeanzontoast9078

2 жыл бұрын

No queues for petrol round my way today, passed three forecourts with only a couple of cars at the pumps and all had petrol and diesel,

@J1M8O822

2 жыл бұрын

@@bakedbeanzontoast9078 your lucky, you must have people in your area that have common sense

Great video chap.

Great video, looks like a bit of a weapon for the road👍

On a back road it’s got more than enough handling prowess for this guy, especially with stylemas! Of course it’s not a track bike but neither is a hellcat challenger, and I’d have one of those too

Great video,great bike! 👍

Hey Chopsy, another great honest review. In Oz we aren’t getting the SE option so makes choice simple!! After looking at BMW S1000R and Tuono, I recently just bought a 2021 STD one of these. Added the ‘short’ and noisy black Akro and just ordered a Nitron R3 Shock to sort the rear… Pleasure when riding is all about perspective.. I reckon I’d be going quicker on track with this over my old Thunder Ace and for the road she is a weapon!! I also have the same colour but without the green reined seat. Looks awesome in the sun and the front end grows on you, and I have come to love it. Unique and menacing looks… and bloody fast!! Cheers mate and thanks again for the great content!!

Nice review and for the normal road rider, probably more than capable and most wont notice the suspension. As a Kawasaki owner I agree they do need to sort the padding out in the seats though.

Great bike but it is hard to call beautiful!🍻✌️Thanks Chops!

I can tell he's so excited to roll out!!

Really need a retro styled RS version of the ZH2.

@hottotty13

2 жыл бұрын

No! Because then I’d have to empty my bank account to buy one and I’ve just paid off my normal RS Cafe.

Love the rain dance.😂👍

great review, Agree when you say its a really nice and easy bike to ride, it may have insane amounts of power but it keeps those horses hidden well and is happy pootling along, the power just gives pull whenever and where ever you want it. Heavy and not the best handling but acceptable.

Can't wait to try one saturday, with a SDR to compare!

So that’s when it happened…….what? The sidecar fell off and I lost most of my teeth🤔…….But FairPlay to her for coming up and saying hello 😁. Nice ride out Chopsey fortunately we had a cracking September - like the bike👍

i have owned the zh2 for over a year and i av put over 10k miles. love this bike and a perfect road bike for me and i will be looking into upgrading to SE soon. i also own aprilia tuono 1100 factory which is second best for me.

Perfect next step up from the 49cc scooter I'm using.

Nice review & I quite like it although too much of everything for me to ever consider buying one. Too expensive, powerful & heavy for me but it is undoubtedly cool & I totally get why some people would really want one.

Ken Here From Idaho In The USA .. Wow. Beautiful Countryside You Have

new subscriber from Philippines 💖

i like the hidden radars front and back on the bike thank you Kawasaki - nice they have enabled the exhaust to breath better and release more power used to feel like it was struggling a tad now you feel its all there available and much smoother. My favorite has to be the first generation I prefer the courser nature great review epic bike well worth the money you only live once?

Interesting bike , I didn’t know about the fuel issues we’ve been through that here in the states , would you consider this model over the one you own now thanks for the review LCR

Great review just what the Doc ordered . Shame about the seat you would think that Kawasaki would sort this out, every Kawasaki I’ve owned has the same problem. I believe versatility is this bikes strong point with a shot of adrenaline.

Hi Chops Shame the Skyhook suspension not being that varied as it could be. When I took out the standard I must admit it was very strong in the engine department but like you said it was the weight and agility that let it down compared to the Super Duke. Also it’s a bit on the expensive side for the SE especially without heated grips which I would expect for that money. Still loved it though for giggles in a straight line. Can’t wait for you to try out the new Suzuki GSX S1000 GT because I think this might make the perfect sports tourer for 2022. Hopefully will be at the NEC this year

Looking forward to your next review:- “Attracting Glamours with Greg” two up with side car 😁👍

Well then Chops, I've asked many times WHAT'S HAPPENING WITH THE HYPERMOTARD, no word on that for ages!

@adolfshitler

2 жыл бұрын

@@JayVtec-GAMING looking forward to that!

@LambChopRides

2 жыл бұрын

Yes coming back soon! Hopefully there will be a vid soon if things come together 👍

@adolfshitler

2 жыл бұрын

@@LambChopRides You're going to have more fun on that than all the bikes you've ridden lately, back to basics 👍

That Titanic pose killed me 🤣🤣

I test rode the zh2 se I loved it

Love it team Green

Good review Lamb Chop

Hey chopsy, a fan from the future, i’m looking into purchasing a zh2 around march april and the dealer near me has a used 22 SE with 7k miles for 14k and a new 23 SE. Do you have opinions on what I should go for?

Good review, I think my H2 SX SE (with set up passive suspension and remap) is a better overall package for the road though, love that bike. Noticed you're doing a lot of 'no hands' in your videos, careful you dont get done for due care and attention...!

1982 GPZ1100 B2 had fuel injection. The fuel gauge was set up in a series of blocks that disappeared rapidly if you gave the bike some welly. Could you put up a photo of the stock bike.?

i know the review is old but i wonder if the baffle was still in on the akra? i have the 2015 rc8r with the evo 4 and it made a complete difference on dbs hands down when i took it out.

Chopsy great content as always! I know different ergos but do you prefer this Kawasaki ZH2 SE, or your Kawasaki H2

@LambChopRides

2 жыл бұрын

The ZH2 is a better road bike certainly but not as special

How was the pegs as I have a 33" inside leg I always struggle if the pegs are too high

Ha! That titanic thing killed me ahahahah!! 🚢 brilliant!

@LambChopRides

2 жыл бұрын

Haha couldn't resist 😆 👍

Hi, what the windshield stands on your bike ?

Hey mister my mate has a saxo that would do away with that. It's got a k&n airfilter and a cherry bomb tail pipe with the engine painted red for extra speed, probably putting out 1200bhp as a rough estimate 😜

Your right the colour scheme is nicer

Would you recommend trading this out with my 18 aprilia rsv4 rf?

Love the titanic Chopsey 😁😁😁

Brock's dyno run, 185at the wheel

Would you choose this over the M1000R Chopsy ?

Hello there. I noticed that the naked model's engine here is a fair bit busier than your own H2 Do you know if the gearbox has different internal ratios or if the final drive sprockets are the cause ?

My local magician increased the rear wheel horsepower on my KTM 690 by 8 horses on top, and general increases in the entire rev range. My setup is Akra slip-on (no baffel), RP intake, RP fuel dongle, PCV with RP power map + ignition advance. Is there a difference in bike set up for Europa and the US? We do have higher quality fuel in Norway, but that alone cannot explain the great improvement? What are your thoughts on this?

Are you going to ride the 890 Duke R? U forgot to do the walkaround? Missed that.

+ Lamb Chop Rides Big fan of the channel. I'm having a hard time picking between the MT-10 and the ZH2, which would you prefer and why?

Has the can not got a removable baffle?

I'm patiently waiting to see what Yamaha do with the MT-10sp next year in 2022. It'll be between that and this for my next bike. I do however wish they would offer more than just the green colour scheme on the SE !

@ur2slob724

2 жыл бұрын

Zh2 hands down the yammie will never make the power or torque that this will make

@jakerigby5935

2 жыл бұрын

@@ur2slob724 I read somewhere that there was documents indicating that the next MT10 could be a supercharged triple engine. Be absolutely bonkers if so. Can't wait to see what they come up with . Should be 2 great bikes regardless

@TheSrgblade

2 жыл бұрын

@@jakerigby5935 j currently own a 2021 mt-10 and was going to by a zh2 but it doesnt have steering stabilizer. I'm not entirely sure if this se version does. Now yamaha as apparently put out some patent paper for 3 cylinder super charged engin said to make between 170-200 HP that where rumor is coming from and the dates are between 2022-2023

@jakerigby5935

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheSrgblade the SE seems to be much better suspension and ride. I have seen people adding Brock's steering dampers to orginal zh2. Yeah sounds like we have seen the same thing somewhere. Such an exciting prospect.

@royjones5567

2 жыл бұрын

@@jakerigby5935 yeah I have the SE version and put a brocks steering damper on irons out all those wobbles from the power wheelies

Nice one Chops 👍 A performance pack that does nothing for performance??

@LambChopRides

2 жыл бұрын

Haha well yes 😂

Did the NC500 on mine and rode from Lake District to Bournemouth in one go just stopping for fuel. Seat is fine. Has a stubby Akro on it and sounds amazing. Tank range is the only downside.

@jakerigby5935

2 жыл бұрын

I currently have a Kawasaki z800 which is a porker at 230kg. However once it's moving I find it pretty nimble. What's your experience of the handling once pushing on in the twisties ?

@simong2007simong

2 жыл бұрын

On roads it is way more capable than I am brave so it was perfect. The biggest issue is the intoxicating noises it makes encourage silliness.

@jakerigby5935

2 жыл бұрын

@@simong2007simong fair enough. Haha yes the videos I've watched of the super charger flutter, looks such an event to ride , I can't wait to test drive one

@simong2007simong

2 жыл бұрын

Stick it in sport, get rolling in second and then pin the throttle.

Nice to see you can still pull at 20 mins LOL Crazy bike , suppose it would appeal to someone , like your new bird LOL

@LambChopRides

2 жыл бұрын

Haha 🤣

I’m fond of anything h2. Good video. Would be amazing if you could get hold of the new bimota h2 for video. If any KZreadr could do it right it would be you 👍🏻

@LambChopRides

2 жыл бұрын

Haha not sure much chance of that but can try 👍😁

Lovely private road Chopsey. Did you stop for a game of golf as well…… Joking aside, the Morested Road is my favourite road in Hampshire. Car or Bike!!!

@LambChopRides

2 жыл бұрын

Haha thanks Glenn, yup same here buddy great road eh 👍

The comfort matches the range. Comfortable for 2 hours and by then you're out of fuel and have to take a rest any ways

Is it worth it to upgrade from z900 ???

How does this compare to speed triple

Got the non SE but getting Nitron cartridges in front and R3 rear shock fitted next month looking forward to feeling the difference

Fuel gauge is like my ktm you fill it up it says 200 mile range then by 140 you get the warning coming up

Well that's a nice set of chops ! 😂

Nice video Chops At £15,500, it’s the Triumph Speed Triple for me

@Bow-to-the-absurd

2 жыл бұрын

40 kgs lighter- absolutely.

@ur2slob724

2 жыл бұрын

I rode the 1050 RS before buying my zh2.. The zh2 made the speed feel like a 600 😂

Great video!

Chopsie, isn't there a way to personalize the suspension beyond the rain, road, and sport? I believe there is also a selector for hard, medium, and soft in a user adjustable menu...

@royjones5567

2 жыл бұрын

Yes there is in user mode

@MrVtwinTorque

2 жыл бұрын

@@royjones5567 Thank you. As I was almost certain. Wouldn't this mode address Chopsie's specific issue?

If Kawasaki could put this bike on a major diet and do it as a R version or SC the zx10 that would be a very interesting proposition

Is that the Helite inflatable vest you are wearing ?. Thanks.

@LambChopRides

2 жыл бұрын

No it's just a utility vest 👍

Whats the camera he's using on the handlebar? Thanks

@jockojockoson9995

2 жыл бұрын

A handlebar camera

Monster power that you can't use on your UK roads.Cheers.

Funny about the dyno numbers? Gen3 Busa officially 187 hp but I've seen 2 dyno vids at 178 and 180 hp rear wheel. Indicating maybe better than 187 actual crank hp. This Kawi officially 200 but only getting 170-ish hp rear wheel on the dyno? Indicating quite a bit less than 200 hp real world at the crank? What's your feeling from riding both bikes?

@ur2slob724

2 жыл бұрын

Different dynos read different numbers. Weather , temp, how it’s strapped down.. etc etc etc all come into play.. At the end of the day it’s just a number. I’ve seen the zh2 dyno from 170-190hp atw again depending on the dyno/weather. What you need to remember is that the ecu is restricted above 9k the throttle starts to close. With a simple ecu derestrict they dyno north of 230hp with a stock exhaust I own an s1000rr and a zh2.. from 0-150 KPH the zh2 would leave the bmw behind

Some of the H2 models, mine a 2022 being one of them. Push oil up though the crank case vent tube into the intake runner upstream of the supercharger. Given my aggressive riding style after 400 miles I have oil dripping out of the intake runner onto the floor. Kawasaki will not acknowledge the problem so they have no fix for the problem. My ZH2 is at the Kawasaki dealer were they are clueless as to the source of the problem. Tearing into my engine blindly. My advise, the bike is a rocket and despite being over 500 lbs. you can still run it though the corners fast enough you will wear your tires from edge to edge. Hold off on purchasing an H2 until Kawasaki has a fix for the problem.

Surprisingly you are at a petrol station chops.. lots of petrol stations closed in the uk

@LambChopRides

2 жыл бұрын

This was filmed back in August, yes no fuel these days! 😥

Any sign of a test on the non-Factory Tuono? Doesn’t seem to be on the UK radar much but could be a more usable alternative to all the headbanger nakeds.

@LambChopRides

2 жыл бұрын

Yes perhaps.. unfortunately Wheelies don't have a demo but might be able to borrow one from Aprilia UK.. Will try 👍

@timmo3351

2 жыл бұрын

@@LambChopRides Fingers crossed! I must be getting old if I’m tempted by a screen, higher bars and pannier racks 😂. I’ll be browsing Bee Ems next lol.

I was looking to buy either the Quack 1000sx or the z900 last year but it was the seat that put me off, sore ass after a short time. And yes that exhaust is ugly lol.

yo how's the Petrol condition there in the UK?

@LambChopRides

2 жыл бұрын

Terrible! Will take you an hour to get fuel.. well that's if you can find a station which has fuel... this was filmed back in August! Emtpy garage seems strange now 😆

Bit late to comment.. but suspension adjusts in menu soft normal hard.. don't think modes change it much if any..

Do you think you could get the H2 SX SE in for a ride, I’m thinking of swapping my ZZR for one. Thanks mate.

@monkmoto1887

2 жыл бұрын

Get the bike bro, he may not ride one unless someone puts one under him though it’s probably the best sporty sport tourer you can buy money no object

@MrSimonfoz

2 жыл бұрын

@@monkmoto1887 cheers mate

@monkmoto1887

2 жыл бұрын

@@MrSimonfoz same to you m8

"British summer" you said ? ! Not summer anymore, time to check your calendar chops ;)

Interesting comparing the dyno of this vs the Super Duke with its lighter weight. That Super Duke engine is very special. It does not need a supercharger

this or the KTM super duke 1290 R?

What the hell is that growth near the rear wheel 🤔

Holly molly that’s the angel from hell;)

Whether you like it or not chops, is a mut subject, I'd take that over my ktm 1290 superduke gt any day of the week, mine has been unreliable and dealing with dealers and ktm themselves is a huge ball ache.....Japanese bike next for me.... Its either a zh2 or a MT10SP....

@ur2slob724

2 жыл бұрын

Zh2 hands down over the mt10 sp

its unfortunate klaus doesnt want motorcycles around anymore.

Ha ha that woman at the sea side! Poor old dear!

What happened to the supermoto build ?

@LambChopRides

2 жыл бұрын

The Hypermotard? Hopefully project starting again very soon 🤞

Vid starts in an empty petrol station..........🤪 If only Chopsy. 😂😂😂😂

Ere, Chops, what you doin' on my manor? Weybiza in high summer 😂. Next time you're down this way pop along to the caf at Bowleaze Cove. You can park near enough on the beach and trough your way through a proper flinglish (none of this plant-based nonsense) while enjoying a view across the bay towards Portland 👌. That bike is no doubt a technological marvel and great to ride, but I'd have to put a paper bag over its head. Fugly or what? 😳

Too fast for me. Looks lovely though.

Looking at one of these... tho think best way buy x demo 13k spend 2k on suspension and brakes save over 3k..... ps streetfight fastest....lol

@ur2slob724

2 жыл бұрын

Unless your riding like a tool or a track day warrior standard stuff is more than enough for 95% of us including me. I test rode everything from the mt10 sp/monster/Superduke/tuono/speed 1050rs.. Left the zh2 till last let’s just say I made my mind up after a 20min test ride. It’s a beautiful bike with power to embarrass most litre bikes. Don’t forget with a simple derestrict on the ecu you will go from 185hp atw to 220hp atw..

@kevinmill7965

2 жыл бұрын

@@ur2slob724 I've had all the bikes u mention Sept triumph... when I demo the kwak twice.. I found susp and brakes lacking... but if used to elec ohlins or w/o it would be...

There’s something about Kawasaki green that makes me feel sick, it’s a horrible colour it has to be the worst paint I’ve seen on a motorcycle. Great review as always Chops.