But that wouldn’t be this at all. 🙂 This bike isn’t for me, and it sounds like it isn’t for you either, but what’s so special about this bike is that it has been so popular for all these years, despite very minimal changes. It continues to be one of the first bikes sold out at the dealer I filmed this at each year.

Yeah, bad habit from reviewing the Spyders and Rykers this past year. I figured people could forgive the error.

You might be fine, but you’ll definitely want to try it.

I like that level of displacement too. I own a 900 (948cc) now but that 500 to 650 range is definitely fun!

I wouldn’t mind a great quick shifter, and cruise control. But I agree with what you say.

Yeah, I'm ok if the snow holds off for a bit, but snowmobile season is coming VERY soon here!

My wife needs to step things up! She hasn’t once bought me a vehicle for Christmas!

It’s named a 900, but it’s a 948cc officially.

Yeah... Pretty sure you missed it. If you're feeling the system intervene, you're probably being reckless. Also, when you want the systems off, you can turn them off.

@@hraday08 Peter is always worth watching.

Soon. Probably next week. Nothing is scheduled yet, but I definitely plan to get them back in the schedule soon.

@ look forward to it…

Sounds awesome!

Apple Watch, iPhone. It’s a standard feature. It’s very helpful for filming alone. I use my watch as a viewfinder for every video.

Up to date pricing can be found on the website in the description on all my videos. I don't list it because things can change. macleanssports.com

The base model is probably about 15 grand. Most of the brands are pretty competitive on prices. The accessories add up if you go glass windshield. I like the half metal doors more than the door windows so I don’t get whacked by low brush.

Thanks for your support! I appreciate it.

There’s definitely a power difference between the two, but the 900 is still torquey. I can’t be sure about how much the altitude will affect each engine, but as far as smaller mountainous areas out here on the east coast of Canada, I found the 900 Ryker to handle the long steep hills without an issue.

Nah. I think they look great in person.

Sorry. I should have clarified that all Ninja 500 models (in Canada) have ABS.

@@PeterLoweOne I don't know if those are the standards here in America, but I'll definitely enquire prior to my purchase.

I hear you. The reason that you didn’t buy it is the reason that I did. I like the upright riding position, I love the looks, but I’ve always wanted a Kawasaki sport bike with great power, suspension, and brakes. This bike has (just about) everything that I was looking for in my motorcycle shopping.

I don't remember off hand, but keep in mind, comparing RPM between two different engines and two different sized engines is a little misleading. A transport truck runs at 1000 rpm and redlines at 3500. An economy car with a 1.5 litre engine runs at 3000 rpm. A 1000 cc motorcycle doesn't even bother to clearly show rpm until it's over 4000 rpm. Nobody would wish for a 1000cc bike to rev like the economy car or for a car to rev like a transport truck. If these bikes are designed to handle the revs, I wouldn't worry too much about the 500 to 1000 rpm difference that they might have at a different speed.

@@PeterLoweOne Good points. I confirmed RPM is at 4,500 @ 60 MPH by the way. Wouldn't you agree wear and tear is still a factor if riding at 5,000 RPM let's say, for purposes of long trips vs more casual use of a bike? 80,000 miles at an average of 5,000 RPM vs a truly cruiser design at lower RPM has to matter as far as longevity. I'm not an expert yet, just thinking.

I don’t think it’s available in Europe, but many North Americans have been camping in these in cool and wet regions for decades. They have their pros and cons, but they’re definitely capable in 3 of our 4 Canadian seasons.