2 Clicks Out | 2023 Kawasaki ZX400RR first ride and suspension dial in!

This brand new motorcycle just arrived in the US and we get a comprehensive overview on the features from Kawasaki District Manager, Jeff Rose. We did get some time to work with three of the 400RR models at Sonoma Raceway that day with three every different riders. We filmed one of the riders for ergonomics and settings. Fortunately, I was gifted 15 minutes on a 400RR at the end of the day so my live commentary is provided while I take a few laps! No voice over, just real time review as I am riding.

[@naturalforlife6741]

I'm in the ZX4RR club now. I've had mine for about 4 weeks now and can't get enough of it. I've been riding for over 50 years. I'm now 69 with 5 bikes now. I just love this bike and enjoy riding it around my country roads here in Kentucky. I wish there was a way to get in touch with all the ZX4RR riders around me for meet ups and rides. That would be quit a show.

[@catalystreactionsbw]

Great news! Very happy to know you are enjoying the 400RR! There would be a way to do that I'm sure with posting on the local forum and the word will spread.

[@MrTotorokawa]

Amazing video and feedback !! I am 45 years old living in northern Japan, been a car guy all my life, and one morning discovered this bike ... and it made me want a bike license. I bought the bike before even having passed the license (which is a process here in Japan, they don't give it without serious and rigorous training ! ). I've been riding my ZX4R since november last year, 5000 km through winter ! believe it or not this bike changed my life and what fun means. It is an absolute rocketship. A lot of people going to dismiss it because "400cc" . I don't care for one second, it is a blast, has speed, confort, poise and delicacy while being a hooligan if you want it to be. Being in Japan they are not restricted here, and having good gaz, it rips beyond 8k rpm ... A lot of 4R riders here even question the need for a bigger bike on the road, as you can actually USE THE REVS on this one. It is usable power, enjoyable power. I would have never, ever expected to be on a bike ever in my life, this "little machine" turned me into a riding junky, that's how good it is ! Next, racetrack when the season opens.

[@catalystreactionsbw]

Glad you enjoyed this video and congrats on enjoying you 400RR and lucky you to have it unrestricted! Hopefully on eday I can travel to Japan to help riders with set up and then enjoy a track day at the end of the trip!

[@gpegasusm]

Looking forward to more ZX4-RR content. I'm waiting for my local dealer to bring one in. I've been out of the saddle for about 10 years, this bike is bringing me back into the hobby.

[@marcusgeorge1825]

Hi Dave, great video as always. Brought back memories of the 90’s and racing against the little 4 cylinder screamers with v-twin 250 two strokes. Must admit, not much smells better than a cold two-stroke firing up and the power band that comes when all is at temperature. I think Americans missed out on riding both versions back then. Which if I’m correct is a shame. Learning to race a “slow” bike fast is key to your development before you move up a couple of categories. 👍😎🇦🇺

[@elgar6743]

Great vid...fastest 47 minutes of my life!! Really appreciated your calm and succinct commentary during your track session...fantastic. Subbed.

[@fdub301]

I didn’t even realize i was 42 minutes in until I read this comment

[@catalystreactionsbw]

Thank you! I appreciate you subscribing and enjoying more DT videos! I starting that form of riding commentary over a decade ago and now it seems to be mainstream. It takes a while to be calm, accurate and use the number of words appropriate to the section of track or experience being described.

[@KestrelYI]

Very cool video. Appreciate seeing this thing being adjusted and then taken out on the track.

[@kmpaton]

As a ZX-4RR owner, Im looking forward to you dialing this thing in. Just did 200 miles on mine today to complete the break-in, and it was pretty comfortable, even with the accessory sport seat.

[@Looney_Tombs]

Congratulations on breaking out your bike! I completed breaking in my ZX-6R yesterday too, pulled into the dealership at 600 miles and got the first maintenance done. It rides so smooth now, I bet yours does too.

[@kmpaton]

@@Looney_Tombs Thanks! Been so busy trying to break in the 4RR that my 2023 GSX-R750 still only has 265 miles on it, lol

[@theaustralianconundrum]

@@Looney_Tombs Good to see you didn't attempt to remove the factory fill run in oil package. All owners manuals state to wait until 600 miles.

[@mrmeadowsiscool]

worth the price? noticed the zxr is almost the same price

[@zx6r98]

So happy that you will be getting one as well. I will be starting my track career with this bike. 100% agreed, I was literally laughing out loud in my helmet on my first ride. I have been riding yamaha r1's all my life, and this thing made me forgrt about the r1. I can't wait to take the zx4rr to the track

[@schnecks2180]

You won't regret it. The old model was soooo much fun on the track. Playing cat and mouse with the liter bikes.

[@Aiken47]

I rode a 250 in Tokyo and it was a scream, loved it. While due to gearing the top speed got 80kph - 100kph it was great in the suburbs. Looking forward to this bike

[@dtrides]

look forward to following your developing your new bike and see you at the track! DT

[@randyanacleto5229]

Cant wait to get one. Thanks for this video dave! See you on track!

[@catalystreactionsbw]

Get mine next week hopefully.

[@dannyferguson9415]

I have owned a FZR400 for 20 years and the ZX4RR is the first new bike I am really excited about.

[@ethereous]

I cannot get enough of these videos. Keep it up, Dave.

[@catalystreactionsbw]

Thank you!

[@1PITIFULDUDE]

Spot on review. Kawasaki did an awesome job keeping the price of this RR down in affordable range. Kawasaki doesn’t put RR on just anything.

[@catalystreactionsbw]

agreed - excited to get mine home that I paid for at the end of May. Sepsis knocked me back a lot so I should be good to restart work in August.

[@madmaxximus1234]

Nice work! Great watch👍👍👍🤙

[@ManCannotRide]

Thanks for this one Dave and I am looking forward to that subgroup in your channel for the club400 riders.

[@feralchimp]

Such a pleasure to watch a master at work, covering all the important bases swiftly and efficiently.

[@catalystreactionsbw]

Thank you for your kind words!

[@conradclipper]

Absolutely amazing video. Subscribed. Time flew past. Gorgeous bike.

[@catalystreactionsbw]

Thank you - I'm sure you will enjoy several more videos!

[@explodingducati1087]

I got a 2WDW tune and Graves slip-on. Tyson Moto did a couple of videos on my bike. HP is about 74 at 14.3k. Such a huge difference with the tune removing the power limit at 11.5k. I’d say it’s mandatory for all owners. It’s that good. I took the bike to 3 track days and kept at near the front of the pack in group 200. Turn in is very easy and I had no stability issues past 135 mph on the the Ridge without chicane. Gearing is a bit tall. I don’t think I can hit redline on 6th at the track. Next up gearing, GP Suspension cartridge kit, new pads and rear sets. I was scrapping my shoe quite a bit. I may do clip-ons, but I also street ride and ergo’s are perfect for that and still feels great on the track. I agree with Dave that brakes are very striping considering this is a momentum bike still, so I’m not slamming it in even hard breaking zones. I’m going with Versah XX for a more progressive feel. Brakes can be a bit touchy when letting go after trail braking. Initial bit seems fine, but you will get fade after a few hard stops. Overall I think Kawasaki hit it out the park, Grand Slam!

[@hipposnakeyo]

What’s your lap time without the chicane?

[@explodingducati1087]

I’m not a fast rider as I mentioned that I rode in the 200 level group. The stock GPR 300 tires are acceptable on the track at best, but cannot be pushed hard. Having said that my time with chicane was 2:15. I didn’t have a timer on the first day without chicane. We’ll see what the true capacity of this bike is once some fast riders get on it. I bought this bike to help me be a better track rider which I know it will do. The best feature of the bike is the feel and screaming motor. I preferred it over the zx6R, albeit much slower. Think Mazda Miata where momentum and feel dominates the ride.

[@hipposnakeyo]

@@explodingducati1087 No worries dude, I’m new to this area and just trying to get an idea of what the upper b group pace like as I too ride in that group.

[@explodingducati1087]

For reference, I ran the same time on my Ninja 400 without chicane so definitely faster on a new bike I’m getting faster each time on with limited tires and soft front end.

[@Albertalorian]

Amazing video as always Dave! I learned a ton about the bike, and also how to be a proper professional riding a track day!

[@catalystreactionsbw]

Glad you enjoyed it and thank you for watching. Pick mine up next week now that I am out of the hospital.

[@evanfinley2198]

My friend of mine bought a ZX4-RR.. I'm trying to convince him to get the suspension dialed!!! Ive seen many videos and I'm always so impressed by your work and respect what you have to say! Thanks Dave!

[@catalystreactionsbw]

Thank you! I appreciate the support. We are doing some testing right now with different oil viscosities and volumes to try to make the stock forks work. We will be making a video on that in the next several weeks, once we understand what works.

[@Alenation]

great info. Looking forward to connecting. Picking up a ZX4rr in 2 days. Good luck and congrats to all who have one. excited to have fun with it. God Bless!

[@salskars6637]

Well done. Looking forward to the ZX400RR sub-group vids.

[@Atilla8huno]

sooooooo smooth, pleasure to watch!

[@catalystreactionsbw]

Thank you very much!

[@chickentuber]

Thanks for this Dave! I'm still in the break-in period and cant wait to hear your setup advice. 😀

[@catalystreactionsbw]

Settings are all there for you in this video!

[@chickentuber]

@@catalystreactionsbw Yes I watched and I pretty much had the same shock setting. I just need to sort the forks as they seem really soft and want to dive under breaking. Looking fwd to your results when you get yours dialed.

[@duck8280]

Picking mine up tomorrow for my first bike, super excited!

[@catalystreactionsbw]

Excellent!!! Make sure the first job you complete is ergonomics: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ami8eGeadtyCf68

[@nickrider5220]

Bike would be an absolute weapon on a tight circuit 👍

[@uksurfer2505]

Best video on this great bike ! 😁❤️👍

[@catalystreactionsbw]

Thank you - glad you enjoyed it!

[@tb146]

i just need to adjust my zx4rr's shock breaker once after watching this. Thanks Dave

[@ivornorval547]

Go 400 Club!! I had a Honda VF400F (V4, 4 valves / cylinder, 4 carburettors, 4midable🔥) in the late 80s. I should never have got rid of that one.

[@user-fh4zv3xb1l]

those settings are just about right for my bike and myself. i love my rr

[@catalystreactionsbw]

Excellent -= glad that for now, they are working well.

[@IgoByaGo]

I am so going to get one of these.

[@kkattrap]

A master class in every video. While I'm not surprised Dave's picking up one of these, it's not helping me to not want one too.

[@camelface1]

Looks like a great club racer!

[@santiagolopez2140]

The mighty Dave Moss! You wouldn't imagine how hard I want this bike to arrive in NZ.

[@ib1515]

Mate we all do.

[@DR-hw9js]

Hello. This bike is a Track day and Backroad Junkie's Dream!!!! Keep in mind thr US spec is severely limited to 52-56hp. It actually can produce 80bhp unlocked.

[@italyguy08]

Yeah, insane restrictions from the factory, but it's almost like you get two bikes in one! Just depends on how long you can hold off on tuning it ;)

[@handgunpro3195]

Very weird. Hopefully dealers don't talk people into this bike, it should be only for highly knowledgeable individuals.

[@vozanderson8665]

Kawasaki dealer here! I'm sorry to say Canadian buyers will have a restricted ZX4RR, but the USA version available at our dealership is unrestricted. I have two more available and on the way!

[@Daschickenify]

@@vozanderson8665 Unless you got it tuned, it is also restricted. It will still rev out to 16K, but the throttle starts closing after 11.5K.

[@catalystreactionsbw]

I will post all the information as we proceed with chassis, suspension and engine tuning.

[@natvega1]

When I was a child in the late 70's 80's on TV the Raceway Park commercial was always seen.😮

[@Team_Nacho_Moto]

Pick mine up this week. Absolutely excited to have an inline 4 400cc that I can improve on

[@catalystreactionsbw]

I'm sure you will love it! Use the settings we provided in the viodeo as a starting poiint.

[@Team_Nacho_Moto]

@CatalystReactionSBW absolutely! Looking forward to using your remote services to help! It's been about 6 years since I've been on a track, and I'm excited to be back on with this motorbike!

[@Team_Nacho_Moto]

​@@catalystreactionsbw baseline worked well! Tweaked it just a little for my weight, but the ZX-4RR is much more predictable in the corners. Thanks!

[@catalystreactionsbw]

@@Team_Nacho_Moto That is great news!

[@mrmark8603]

British Suberbike have a class for these this year. £12K buys a race-prepped one directly from Kawasaki. It should be an exciting series.

[@catalystreactionsbw]

Wow, that is great news that BSB has a class and at that price, that should be a grerat entry point for young racers!

[@deezzo1080]

The camera is making me dizzy.

[@franklinwilkerson2061]

Give him a break man he's only been doing this for 15+ years! Jk Dave but at least turn the camera sideways if you're gonna use your phone.

[@lopsided1]

This needs to be audio only with photos because of the camera jumping.

[@vicpnut1]

What’s causing this ?.., it’s obviously something odd as he never had this issue before

[@emmettturner9452]

@@vicpnut1Seems to be some auto-pan feature for portrait video in landscape.

[@233kosta]

I'd love your take on the Honda CB650R's OEM suspension at some point

[@vicpnut1]

THat two stroke revving out in the background tho ….😂😂 seriously what size tree they cutting down ? Or are they cutting up the track with a stihl cutoff saw ?

[@DarkIzo]

cool video, will be useful for deciding for/against the zx4rr also, whats up with the sleepy camera ?

[@catalystreactionsbw]

That's all on me rushing to try to get everything done in a very short window of time.

[@davidbrennan1276]

Well I've a 08 z1000 for work days but then I've a H2 sz se plus for my weekend blasts I had a lovely cbr400 over 20 years ago so I have to buy the zx4rr I want to re live my youth again and I bet that I'll have more fun on the 400 than I have on my H2 supercharger ooh yes

[@stickybuds05]

Thank you Dave for this great summary and initial tune. I just got mine recently, and hoping to get it on track by next month. It's my first time tuning a bike for my weight, fortunately close to this gentleman owner (170lb). Anyone please help out a noob, see if I got this correctly from the video: -7 turns of preload on front fork -1.75-2 turns out for rear compression -0.5 turns out for rebound -1 full turn of rear preload (from stock) to remove 50% the static sag -Loosen the collar before adjusting rear preload, snug it up again after Have I got this right? Thanks very much in advance!

[@catalystreactionsbw]

Thank you for your positiver comment and congrats on your RR. You do have the details correct! Enjoy the testing.

[@stickybuds05]

@@catalystreactionsbw Thanks for the reply and confirm! Can't wait to head out and try these. Will do a session on stock form first just so I can feel the difference.

[@justdad53]

RR with rubber brake lines...did I hear that correctly?

[@michiganmoto7687]

How does this compare to the Ninja 400 from a power/acceleration perspective? I’m sure suspension is night and day as well as breaking. Also, is this bike only really good for track or is it just as suitable as a daily rider like the 400?

[@smoke05s]

27:30 a 400 ninja goes by while Dave is still warming up. You can see the twin has more low end off the corner (at those reduced engine speeds) but the RR spools up and blows by on the straight and the braking seems to be much better. Later on in the video those are 600's and 1000's he is politely passing left and right.

[@McDee_Rick]

👍 hope you turn 2 clicks up on your camera settings too 😅

[@catalystreactionsbw]

It was me on my iPhone trying to get the footage as best I can. For now, I will take the heat.

[@McDee_Rick]

@@catalystreactionsbw🤭🤞

[@Mr450pro]

I really liked the video part, wenn you are riding and talking. Maybe an idea to help people understand, what bad suspension does, wenn you are riding and explain it while riding. Btw. Great video 👌🏻

[@catalystreactionsbw]

Noted and thank you for your comment and idea.

[@bobbybob3447]

Watching this video of Sonoma Raceway makes me nostalgic for the "old course" when it was "Sears Point." The no front-straight chicane made Turn 1 a hairy proposition, even on small bikes. And then the run through the Esses into Turn 9 (none of that straight-with-a-chicane stuff) was also a test of skill through Turn 10 and then WAAAAAY down to the end of the track to Turn 11 (much higher speeds than what you were running with that shortened version) for the hardest braking point of the lap, then back up to Turn 1 (before the AFM started running their chicane which was before Start-Finish). (Yes, I am not unaware of that configuration's dangers and that some riders lost their lives because of it. But it was a screaming good time on that layout!) Also: so how much horsepower does the US model actually have? 55hp? or the full 80hp? And if it's only 55hp, is it worth the price?

[@Daschickenify]

56ish. Add $300 to the MSRP for a tune and bam you have the full power, or maybe more. Hell yes its worth it for how it feels. Its not a value bike, or a performance for dollar bike, but the feeling of riding it makes it worth the price.

[@Luke-rf9ho]

I think it is no, but does your front fork max travel range change from stock with an ohlins cartridge kit?

[@catalystreactionsbw]

That depends on the kit chosen and if the forks can be extended 10mm internally (based on the bushing location). If they can, they are.

[@EvolvingNaturally]

2001 ninja 250 w/ 6000km. Should I trade it? Maybe a 400 twin? I like the upright stance of the 400; zx4r not comfortable?

[@catalystreactionsbw]

I am 5' 9" with a 30" inseam and I was not uncomfortable at all on this motorcycle. I'd say the ergonomics were generous for me, plus or minus a couple of inches. I would keep the 250 for sure and if you feel the 400R fits you better - go that route. Bottom line is for you to sit on the bike.

[@RingRingRingBananaPhone]

Double R with rubber brake lines, that's a bit disappointing

[@G0ogs]

Looks a great fun bike pity about the rubber brake lines considering its supposed profile. 😏

[@olafk2297]

RR and not adjustable front fork?

[@reidspeed77]

2023 CBR250RR R ......🔥

[@steverielly]

Any links to the type of clutch they're using? If it's not a 'ramp' its something else that 'binds'? Defo' want to know more about what that all means.

[@catalystreactionsbw]

So do I and that of course means that the clutch needs to be inspected, engineering explained and information shared.

[@steverielly]

@@catalystreactionsbw How convenient you'll have one in your garage soon 🙂

[@SWTrailsAndWheels]

I wonder if these bikes have the U.S. restricted power or if they were uncorked for track use?

[@catalystreactionsbw]

Good question based on track review data points. I know a stock and uncorked version were available at a test.

[@Daschickenify]

Awesome to see you got to ride one! I've got a bit over 600 miles on mine and settled in to a similar rebound setting in the rear shock. I'm at 3/4 turns out, but haven't set sag yet so that may need to change. Front rebound is out of control though, mine rebounds so fast it tops out. Still waiting on the fork cap wrench to be available so I can change the oil.

[@catalystreactionsbw]

I will be looking forward to seeing what you choose and if we find the same solution.

[@Daschickenify]

@@catalystreactionsbw Actually I lied, rebound was fine when cold at 3/4 out, but I adjusted it hot to 1/2 just like you did. I just set sag and had to add 13 turns of preload for my 170 pound self, didn't touch the rear preload. I backed compression all the way out and it still felt a little firm (before adjusting sag).

[@catalystreactionsbw]

@@Daschickenify Have you put a little grease on the shock shaft yet? That will clearly show if preload is too stiff with the turns you added and did you check to see what static sag you have?

[@Daschickenify]

@@catalystreactionsbw Haven't done the travel check yet. Mine has maybe 5mm static in the rear. Front has probably 20-25mm static still.

[@michaeloltman657]

What size of spaner wrench is needed to adjust the rear shock? It looks like you were using the Kawasaki adjustable one, but I can’t justify spending almost $200USD on that one.

[@catalystreactionsbw]

You can find the one I use on all motorcycles here: www.amazon.com/shop/davemosstuning?tag=onamzdavemoss-20&linkCode=ic7. There are different examples but get the Buzzetti adjustable spanner. It works on steering head bearings too!

[@chrisp2614]

So Sonoma raceway.

[@DR-hw9js]

Secondary note there's about 9lb ft of tq missing around 9k RPM

[@dougmaverick3287]

Any problem with me getting this bike as my first sport bike? I've ridden dual sports for years.

[@GripEngineering]

This would be a much better choice than a ZX-6R for a first sport bike, but a Ninja 400 would probably be a better first sport bike if your body fits it. I find the N400 too cramped and wasn't interested in spending coin on clip-ons, seat, and rearsets to make it better. I ride street only and chose '22 CBR500R because ergos were perfect for a do-everything sport bike and the Showa SFF-BP fork and twin discs are excellent. I sat on a ZX-4RR and love the ergos too; do everything sport bike instead of repli-racer. If it came in a colorway other than KRT green, I'd own one (my CBR is the understated Sword Silver).

[@dougmaverick3287]

@@GripEngineering Thanks. The Honda is a parallel-twin, and I really prefer the exhaust note of a screaming inline 4 cylinder. With the ZX-4RR, it's not a high powered bike like the ZX-6R or 10R, way too much power for a new sport rider. I'm also on the short side 5'7" tall I've sat on a ninja 400 and I can flat foot so I'm pretty sure I could flatfoot on the zx4rr as the seat height is not much taller. With the ZX-4RR I can ride it in town be able to switch gears and rev out that engine without completely breaking the speed limit losing my license, like I probably would on a 6r or 10r. It's like the old saying it's more fun driving a slow car fast than a fast car slow same thing with motorcycles.

[@GripEngineering]

@@dougmaverick3287 The 4RR is your bike. And don't even worry about "unlocking" its potential, just ride it. I absolutely cane my CBR keeping it between 7k and 8.5k and I have a ton of fun (even though Revzilla tells me it isn't a sport bike). :) Hope you can get your hands on one this model year.

[@dougmaverick3287]

Sounds good.👍👍 I've spoken to a local dealer and they have one coming in, in the next few weeks and the total price here in Canada out the door would be $12,800 CDN which is a great price. With the current exchange rate it works out to $9,484 USD.

[@johnboy5156]

Remember the pocket rockets of the 90s Honda cbr 400, kawasaki zxr 400 suzuki gsxr 400 & Yamaha zzr 400 ...all with 60 bhp ......and ive not even mention the two strokes 😂😂😂

[@craigsanders6925]

How does it compare to your VFR400? I'm sure it wouldn't touch my ZXR400sp from the 90's.

[@catalystreactionsbw]

The chassis feels identical to my old VFR/RVF400 for lightness, balance and agility. That was the very surprising part. Power will be resolved when remapped and we are days to a couple of weeks away from that change once Hindle develops a pipe.

[@craigsanders6925]

@@catalystreactionsbw what kind of power do they make? My Kawi was 72-75 depending on the dyno. It was also about 320 lbs with a frame and swingarm very similar to a ZX7rr.

[@catalystreactionsbw]

@@craigsanders6925 Unknown:- rumors abound in the 70-80bhp range based on mapping alone. I doubt there will be much for gains with head gasket and cam timing but....... I hope to be proved wrong.

[@DrDanMD]

Would be cool to limit a 600/750/1000 to this amount of power to set ideal cornering specs then dial it in for the power delivery afterwards

[@aleks138]

You can already do that with your wrist

[@DrDanMD]

@@aleks138 sure. I get it. But you know what I'm talking bout

[@fatalgaming6068]

but you then have to tune the suspension for the added power anyway. it would bea waste of time. more power means more weight transfer and most of the time it will happen faster. so they would have to continue to dial in the suspension as the power goes up.

[@aleks138]

​@@fatalgaming6068 I did what he said. Started on a 1000 that weighed less than this 400 and increased throttle as my skill increased. The suspension settings aren't that different and it's alot less work than setting up a small bike and getting used to it and then having to do it all over again when you upsize.

[@aleks138]

@@DrDanMD if you want you can always add a throttle stop

[@-Primer-]

Shame they chose steel frame vs aluminum. Could have shaved 30 lbs probably. Would be interesting to know the fork geometry and if a nicer set of forks could be adapted.

[@catalystreactionsbw]

That will be one of the challenges in regard to OD in the triples, overall length and what may or may not fit. If there is no surrogate, the question will be to find internals that will fit but the piston OD may be unique. Once we open the forks up we will know more.

[@uncledanitv]

too much rebound on the camera😅

[@rbarker4426]

Looks like you are out for a Sunday drive. The fuel injection CFM needs improvement.

[@midlife-crysis]

Image stabilisation on the camera is seriously messed up!

[@laz1go286]

What happened to the cameraman? Did he have too much coffee 🤔

[@catalystreactionsbw]

That was me trying to get this accomplished with an iPhone.

[@mikee1216]

Now I am questioning the Kawasaki Rep. Twin air duct that splits into 2 inlets? I took off my airbox to do work and definitely only see one inlet on the left side. ?? kzbin.info/www/bejne/mmi7e31od7-pi5o

[@GripEngineering]

He was over his skis on several points; ready to agree before he even heard the comment/question. Marketing dude, not an engineer. Still appreciative of his time though.

[@BarnettSpeedSuzukiThou]

Thanks Donald er Dave, lol.

[@aaronferguson9328]

whats up with the camera work?

[@RickyJr46]

"Show me a good handling motorcycle and I'll show you a slow motorcycle." - Rob Muzzy More power will reveal the bad habits and the real fun begins! 👍🏼👍🏼

[@GripEngineering]

Quote reminds me of my time as a HPDE instructor. Student: "I love the suspension on my car; it is just so planted!" Me: "It feels planted because we are very very slow."

[@akasickform]

I don't know what's up with the camera, but, damn.

[@catalystreactionsbw]

As per my replies, the camera man was me trying to get everything done in a very short space of time. Yes, I've been fired.

[@Davemcmasters]

Forgot to talk about 1 thing, the price!

[@lgmediapcsalon9440]

11k canadian. so im guessing 8k us

[@Davemcmasters]

@@lgmediapcsalon9440 $9,700 which is $500 less than the zx6r.

[@Davemcmasters]

@@morgan98801 but we are talking about a 400cc motorcycle with less than 100hp for almost $10k , for some people that is worth it. I will wait a year and pick one up when they are priced where they should be.

[@RossWeitzner]

@@Davemcmasters "... priced where they should be". There's no reason for a 400cc 4 cylinder to be any less expensive than a 600cc 4 cylinder. There aren't fewer parts. Fewer 4RRs are being made than the 6R, so you have fewer units to spread the cost of R&D. The idea that because it's smaller displacement, it should be less expensive, is a trope.

[@wirenut3020]

@@Davemcmasters they may go up in price, instead of down which is what I think you’re saying? When looked at compared to the Ninja 400 at $6000 + suspension, =2000=$8000 + rear sets, bars, tune, pipe, brakes, tires, you’re over the cost of this bike and down 35hp. This bike makes sense

[@blipco5]

Kawasaki and their rubber brake lines on a 400cc bike costing north of 10 grand. I just don’t get it?

[@catalystreactionsbw]

With all the tech in this bike (see the App and what that provides), there will be some interesting choices like brake lines and forks that have only preload. We can fix that, but for many - those two features should be stock.

[@blipco5]

@@catalystreactionsbw Here’s a guy that got 21 extra horsepower with a stock bike. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hXzZhHaorL-An8U

[@NoToBigBro]

Your cameraman is going to give me an epileptic seizure.

[@catalystreactionsbw]

That would be me - sorry about that but time was of the essence and did the best I could.

[@fabienmari1948]

Bonjour je sui tout vos vidéo je possède une ktm 890 duke que sont le course morte pour une conduite sportive sur route à peut près merci 👍

[@doughboylg]

Hi Dave, I’m a fan of your knowledge and expertise. The lack of production value and editing does a disservice to your content. I’m commenting as a customer who has paid for your content for a year. I ultimately canceled my subscription. Content structure was difficult to navigate, rough audio/video and in-concise narration made it difficult to enjoy. Voice overs, thoughtful camera placement and editing would be tremendously appreciated. 9 minute close ups of sweaty, unknowledgeable Kawasaki rep was brutal. We know how big of deal this bike could be, we’re relying on you to confirm or deny.

[@catalystreactionsbw]

Hi Jason. I had just enough time to get this done as i was providing suspension support that day and i have no one to assist me at all behind the camera. While I certainly expected the negative comments as i am not professional at all, there was a lot of duress to get some information out there about the bike in a rounded manner from different perspectives. I note you leaving this channel and you disappointment in my work. Future in depth videos will not have some severe duress for time and equipment.

[@DaBinChe]

Something going on with the camera, keeps on tilting down and jerks back up....about to give me a seizure, LOL

[@TechStudioLive]

Whoever is doing the camera work on this video seriously needs to stop jumping the camera around, it makes the video very hard to watch, especially around the 18:30 - 19:20 mark

[@lgmediapcsalon9440]

tarsnake city....

[@ninja1970fin]

hmm sorry but zx4rr is exactly the same bike as zx4r but with more expensive suspension components and QS (which is an option to zx4r)

[@catalystreactionsbw]

We do not have the ZX4R to compare with in the US yet. Thanks for your comment explaining the differences.

[@ninja1970fin]

@@catalystreactionsbw ah ok. Thanks!

[@Derpderpson123]

Reminds me of my current Honda CB-1!

[@Crimson_Strider]

Definitely needs dyno

[@Sin-Cal559]

Tell the camera operator to just lock off the tripod. Or....

[@ThaBootyBandit]

The camera randomly jittering is really bad.

[@catalystreactionsbw]

Yes, you join a long line of disgruntled viewers regarding my camera ability so it is all my fault as I had to get this done in a very short time with my iPhone.

[@ThaBootyBandit]

@@catalystreactionsbw its hard to pay attention to what youre doing in the video because its extremely distracting. There are people that are sensitive to that kind of stuff. Maybe your iphone camera might be busted from being attached to the bike so often or something which is something that is common with iphones.

[@catalystreactionsbw]

@@ThaBootyBandit I will be checking that to see if the iPhone is malfunctioning.

[@sinsinsss5216]

Wes to aku mati bunuh diri.

[@Jash_F]

the camera going up and down in the suspension set up is making me sick

[@sidb9540]

who was holding the camera?? this will cause seizures!

[@catalystreactionsbw]

As you can read in the comments - I was. Rushing, crushed for time and running around as well as working. I know - stay the other side of the camera.

[@sidb9540]

@@catalystreactionsbw I know the feeling of being rushed.. but yeah like you said, you're the real pro- on the bike - Camera work and editing? Todays kids are much more efficient at those things! :P

[@richardminer1863]

Over priced, under powered, what's the point? Weighs as much as a 600 with less than half the rwhp? Needs another $3k to make 75rwhp, and still will be as heavy as a 600. Looks like the bean counters got overly involved in design, rubber brake lines, steel frame, no radial master cylinder etc. Would be acceptable at maybe 7k, but I'm seeing them sell for between 11.5k and 13k. And then you still have to spend another 3k to get it where it should be, and a lot more if you want it to be anywhere close to the weight of a stock ninja 400. I will pass on this one.

[@catalystreactionsbw]

Great points made on other models with more features. I will be taking the cheap approach to the upgrades, so I hope to spend around $1k or less.

[@zefautino]

Stupid portrait mode. 👎

[@Alfaindiaromeo]

Ngl the camera work was not quality.

[@sinsinsss5216]

Posisi kui isrsel karo indonesia ngepush dewe koe yo rak ngrti nek di tandemi russia kui jelas soale russia posisi rugi. Cino otomatis di cokot soale melu politk seko awal terlibat sabotase.

[@powerbreed]

This is some bad camera work, very distracting.

[@catalystreactionsbw]

Blame me... I did the filming to get this accomplished.

[@sinsinsss5216]

Saole salman ribut pemberitaan ibadah islam kui semakin banyak niate karo akhirat dadi fitnah sing duso jurnalis. Ora takon salman tapi mberitakke hal maskute salman. Lurus arah opo urusan agama lain piye nasibe. Soale salman melu sabotase.

[@Dannyvirk]

47 minutes is way to short, i'd try next clip you aim for 4 hours

[@sinsinsss5216]

Tapi kebaikane salman kui nolainpsotive misal iso du gunakke kanggo sabotase ahama islam hukum vs kebebasan Barat agama Kristen. Adu domba ulang akhire.