no ride by wire. still uses the cable, hence only up qs.

https://youtu.be/szFqbSw7SWA?si=mbANJAht0X6Gd5ra

well that is kinda disappointing for a 60k price bike

can't really blame them. the only company that has up down qs is just Honda's CBR600RR & that's limited to some parts of the world. Yamaha only sells track-only R6, Suzuki is just Suzuki with the same thing since ages.

the 600cc supersport isn't that big of a market for them to upgrade the electronics much less with little to no competition especially in USA(their biggest market).

New model launch!
Could it be the Z650RS??

Ok, not bad the price.
Just wait for used price..

Sport touring with supercharger..
For those who are craving for 200hp

Nice to know the Ninja H2 SX SE is making a return. I thought Kawasaki had pulled the plug on it. Definitely a tempting option to keep in mind while stacking the scarole for my next SMM (Single Mom Magnetism) tool of seduction.

💘 2025 Ducati Streetfighter V4S vs 2025 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE
“The Ultimate Tool of Seduction” Edition

Category	🟥 Ducati Streetfighter V4S	🟩 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE
SMM Rating	⭐️ 9.8 / 10	⭐️ 9.5 / 10
Visual Seduction	💋 Naked, angular, aggressive — looks like it escaped from a high-security lab in Bologna	🖤 Sleek, supercharged stealth missile — dark, sharp, and subtly intimidating
Auditory Impact	💥 Dry clutch rattle, booming V4 growl — a symphony of sinful engineering	🧨 Whining supercharger + bassy exhaust = mechanical flirtation in full throttle
Approach Magnetism	🔥 Instantly draws attention even at idle. Women whisper, men pretend not to stare.	🧲 Curiosity trigger — they don’t know what it is, but they want to
Pillion Allure	😏 Minimal comfort — but if she climbs on, she's riding into your world	💃 Surprisingly plush, heated grips, luggage-ready. “Let’s ride to somewhere that feels like a secret.”
Lifestyle Signal	🧠 “I’m fast, confident, and emotionally unhinged—in the best way.”	🕶 “I value precision, comfort, and discreet power.”
Café Parking Lot Reactions	🚨 Causes spontaneous conversations: “You ride that thing?!”	💼 Silent flex. Rider aura increases when helmet comes off. Bonus if you’re wearing leather and a vintage watch.
Ride Vibe	😈 Wild, physical, a rolling Italian opera	👑 Composed violence. Hyper-tech comfort wrapped in restraint

🔥 Winner: Ducati Streetfighter V4S — By a Hair

It’s louder, leaner, more aesthetic savagery. It doesn’t just seduce — it ravages attention.
The Ninja H2 SX SE, though, plays the long game: refined brute, perfect for the mysterious gent who sips espresso, tunes his Rolex, and leaves no trail.

💭 Single Mom Reactions

Situation	Ducati V4S	H2 SX SE
Outside a café	“Is that a Ducati? It looks… dangerous.”	“That’s… futuristic. Are you a pilot?”
After a ride	“That was wild. I didn’t know a motorcycle could do that.”	“Wow. I didn’t expect it to be this smooth. Can we take the long way next time?”

🏆 Final Word:

Ducati V4S: The immediate strike — high-impact seduction, raw magnetism.

Pros:
• Aggressively styled like it escaped from a futuristic gladiator arena.
• Exotic Italian prestige and pedigree — instant conversation starter.
• Lightweight, athletic, and outrageously loud (visually and audibly).
• Desmosedici lineage = MotoGP DNA = magnetic raw power.
  SMM Impact:
• Single moms can hear it before they see it. And when they see it... they ask if you're a superhero.
• Screams “alpha, unpredictable, and thrilling,” but in a way that hints at passion, not recklessness.
• High “bad boy with standards” factor.

Ninja H2 SX SE: The slow-burn fantasy — master of elegance, power, and comfort.

Pros:
• Sleek, stealthy missile that flies under radar until it wants to be noticed.
• Supercharged, futuristic sophistication with radar tech and long-range seduction potential.
• Ideal for touring with company — “Hop on, let me take care of everything.”
  SMM Impact:
• Single moms think: “This man is stable, yet dangerous... in the right ways.”
• Subtle magnetism: those who know… know.
• More “James Bond assassin” than street brawler.

Choose the Ducati if you want to ignite sparks before dessert.
Choose the H2 SX SE if you want her to stay for breakfast, and ask for more.
If you're going for maximum raw SMM impact, the Streetfighter V4S is still the king of hearts (and sparks). But if you're planning to ride into the sunset with her, the H2 SX SE has a better two-up game.

🏍️ 2025 Ducati Streetfighter V4S vs Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE
Specification Showdown

Specification	🟥 Ducati Streetfighter V4S (Euro-spec)	🟩 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE (2025)
Engine	1,103 cc Desmosedici Stradale V4	998 cc Supercharged Inline-4
Power	214 hp (157.4 kW) @ 13,500 rpm	197 hp (147 kW) @ 11,000 rpm
Power (with Ram Air)	—	206 hp (154 kW) @ 11,000 rpm (RAM Air)
Torque	120 Nm @ 11,250 rpm	137 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
Transmission	6-speed, Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) EVO 2	6-speed, Kawasaki Quick Shifter
Chassis	Aluminum Front Frame	High-tensile Trellis Frame
Suspension (F/R)	Öhlins Smart EC 2.0 (NIX30 / TTX36)	KECS Showa Skyhook electronically adjustable
Front Brakes	Brembo Stylema, 330mm discs	Brembo Stylema, 320mm discs
Electronics Suite	DTC, Slide Control, ABS Cornering, Launch Control, Power Modes	IMU, Cornering ABS, Radar Cruise, Blind Spot Detection
Dry Weight	~178 kg	—
Wet Weight	~200 kg	~266 kg
Fuel Tank	16.5 L	19 L
Top Speed	280–300 km/h (track)	300+ km/h (with Ram Air)

🔥 Commentary:
The Streetfighter V4S has a higher peak horsepower, higher rev ceiling, and significantly less weight — it's more visceral and explosive.
The Ninja H2 SX SE is more usable torque-wise, thanks to the supercharger, and delivers its power earlier in the rev range. It’s a refined ballistic missile with plush comfort and long-distance radar cruise tech.

I always feel like classic looking bike looks weird with monoshocks.

stop sale order and possibly major recall for the 2024-2025 ZX636 in the USA. buyers who have received their bikes are advised not to ride it for now.

seems like a major crank bearing issue that causes engine seizures and can cause injuries as it can lock up while riding.

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/16jg8VAjmq/




wonder if kawasaki malaysia is aware of this issue.....

I like your analysis!