Kawasaki Z H2 SE ABS vs Ducati Formula 73 (2026)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Kawasaki Z H2 SE ABSstacks up against the Ducati Formula 73. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKawasaki Z H2 SE ABSDucati Formula 73
Model year20262026
Price$21,999$25,000
Engine998 cc998 cc
Horsepower210 hp
Torque124 Nm
Weight241 kg198 kg
Seat height830 mm830 mm
Fuel capacity18.0 L17.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionManual, 6 speed, Chain6-speed manual
Front brakesDual Hydraulic DiscDual 320mm discs
Rear brakesHydraulic DiscSingle 245mm disc
TiresPirelli® Diablo™ Rosso III: 120/70 ZR17 M/C 58W / Pirelli® Diablo™ Rosso III: 190/55 ZR17 M/C 75W120/70-17 front, 200/55-17 rear

Kawasaki Z H2 SE ABS vs Ducati Formula 73 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Kawasaki Z H2 SE ABS and the Ducati Formula 73 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Kawasaki Z H2 SE ABS brings its published horsepower in a 241 kg package, while the Ducati Formula 73 counters with 210 hp at 198 kg. On price, the Kawasaki Z H2 SE ABS has the lower MSRP.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: