Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
998cc Balanced Supercharged Inline-4 (Bosch ARAS Radar · Showa Skyhook KECS) · Source: Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE (2018–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE (2018–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2018–Present Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE (chassis ZX1002B/ZX1002P/ZX1002R) requires 3.8 L (4.02 US qt) of SAE 10W-40 (JASO MA2, API SG/SJ/SL) engine oil for a drain-only change and 4.4 L (4.65 US qt) with filter service (16097-0008 / HF303). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI front (120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)) and 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 PSI rear (190/55 ZR17 M/C (75W)), paired with 4× NGK SILMAR9E9 spark plug(s) and a YTZ10S battery.
Drain only: 3.8 L (4.02 US qt)
R 290 kPa (2.90 bar)
Est. Range: ~338 km (210 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Wet Multi-Plate Manual Clutch NEVER use JASO MB |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 10W-40 (Alt: SAE 10W-50) · JASO MA2 · API SG/SJ/SL |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 3.8 L (4.02 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 4.4 L (4.65 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 5 L (5.28 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 16097-0008 / HF303 |
| Correct Oil Level Check Method | Hold bike upright on level ground 3–5 min after warm shutdown; read crankcase sight glass |
| Oil Drain Bolt Torque | 29 N·m (21.4 lb-ft / 2.96 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W) · Rear: 190/55 ZR17 M/C (75W) (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI Rear: 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI Rear: 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK SILMAR9E9 × 4 (Gap: 0.8–0.9 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTZ10S (12V 8.6Ah MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 525 Heavy-Duty Sealed X-Ring Chain — Maintain 25–35 mm slack and clean/lube regularly |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · Silicate-free ethylene-glycol OAT coolant for aluminum radiators (50:50 premix) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 998 cc · 200 hp @ 11,000 rpm · 137.3 N·m (101.3 lb-ft) @ 8,500 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 835 mm (32.9 in) · 267 kg (589 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 19 L (5.0 US gal) · ~17.8 km/L → ~338 km (210 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 12,000 km / 12,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 18,000 km / 12,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 24,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Introduced in 2018 (ZX1002B) with a high-efficiency 11.2:1 balanced supercharger, and upgraded in 2022+ (ZX1002P/R) with front/rear Bosch radar (ACC/BSD), 6.5-inch TFT, and Showa Skyhook KECS.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Running a higher 11.2:1 compression ratio for sport-touring efficiency, the H2 SX SE demands RON 95+ fuel and 4.4 L (w/ HF303) of shear-stable SAE 10W-40 JASO MA2 synthetic oil.
Garage Wrenching Gotchas
- Never apply thick films or disturb bracket angles on the nose and tail Bosch radar covers on 2022+ models, or Adaptive Cruise Control will fault out.
- Use the standard centerstand on dead-level concrete for accurate oil sight-glass checks and single-sided eccentric chain adjustments on this 267 kg tourer.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What oil volume, JASO grade, and oil filter code does the Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE (2018–Present) require?
Because its wet multi-plate clutch shares engine oil with the gearbox, run SAE 10W-40 (JASO MA2) at 3.8 L (4.02 US qt) drain-only and 4.4 L (4.65 US qt) with filter (16097-0008 / HF303).
How do you accurately check the oil level on the Ninja H2 SX SE, and what are its service intervals?
Hold the motorcycle dead-vertical on level ground 2–3 minutes after warm shutdown and verify the oil sits mid-way between the Upper and Lower marks in the crankcase sight glass—never on the sidestand. Torque the drain plug to 29 N·m with a new crush washer. Factory oil change intervals are every 12,000 km, with valve clearance inspection every 24,000 km.
What are the cold tire pressures, puncture repair type, seat height, and range of the Ninja H2 SX SE?
Fitted with 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W) front and 190/55 ZR17 M/C (75W) rear tubeless rims (compatible with roadside plug kits), set cold tire pressures to 36 / 42 PSI (250/290 kPa) solo or 36 / 42 PSI loaded. Seat height is 835 mm (32.9 in) at 267 kg wet weight, delivering ~338 km per 19 L tank.