2020 DUCATI STREETFIGHTER V4 S vs KAWASAKI Z H2
COMPARISON
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The $24K
Ducati just takes
the cake in
terms of sheer
performance,
but for $17K, the
Kawasaki makes
a very good
argument indeed.
whereas the Ducati feels like it can change
lines as quickly as you change your mind.
Once you're in the corner the Kawasaki
is ultra-stable, which is a requirement if
you're going to fully explore the super-
charged goodness on acceleration. It's a
machine that loves a trailing rear brake to
stop the rear suspension from squatting
over-aggressively under power, but it's not
exactly light on its feet.
Couple this with the fact you're a touch
more cramped on the Kawasaki compared
to the open stance of the Ducati and the
red beast begins to show its overall supe-
riority. The Ducati's ride position is super
relaxed—your chest is opened up, arms
