2024 Kawasaki Eliminator | Best Beginner Cruiser ? (in-depth review)

[@BigRockMoto]

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[@jackvliet]

@@BigRockMoto adventure, likely a nx500 or versys 300. Or a standard like the honda cb300r or z650rs.

[@salskars6637]

Already have a Ninja 400 but I'm fascinated with the Eliminator and it's longer stroke. Absolutely love the design and especially the foot peg position. Coming from a Honda naked 1000r - 6 years, Honda Interceptor 800 on my 6th year but selling it - I'll never have a heavy bike again - mot after the fun I've had on the Ninja 400. I'd purchase the Eliminator ABS - base model, based on your list.

[@kokilimonke]

I would go for a naked retro, sport, adventure, in that order. Cruzer is the last bike I would consider in that segment.

[@rovingtrucker]

I’m 58 and decided it’s now or never to start riding a motorcycle. Took a mandatory 3 day safety course to get my learners license. I bought the Kawasaki Eliminator 500 with ABS in the white colour. I’m happy with my decision and feel it is enough bike for my limited riding skills.

[@ianhalliwell8604]

I'm at the opposite end of the scale being over 70 and this bike attracts me because of its weight, to move around your garage, and it's low seat height, not because I'm a shorty but more because its easier to climb aboard without pulling a muscle. It's well built and competitively priced and 46bhp is enough.

[@shinosMotoVLOG]

Eliminator is an awesome motorcycle!! Not only for beginners, it has a possibility to be loved by anyone.

[@warrenr4]

Thank you for doing a review on a non ‘adventure’ bike. You’re one of the most honest KZbin reviewers out there and I’d love to see your reviews on a wider range of motorcycle types 🙂✌🏻🇬🇧

[@boriskhavronin]

Really have to agree about ABS. I was a great rider for years, practicing threshold braking all the time, super cautious. And then I had a bear walk out in front of me. I was coming to a stop and as soon as I realized that it was a bear, and that I would be stopping right next to the bear, I PANICKED. Grabbed right onto the brake and you know the rest. You can't always control your panic moments, and you're not always going to get a straightforward stopping scenario.

[@danieldavis3271]

@@boriskhavronin fear unlocked falling in front of a bear then being attacked and then having the bear ride away on my bike in a tutu !!!! I’m taking it you didn’t become bear shit that’s good

[@genegoodwin8925]

I;m 71 years old and I am looking at either the ELiminator or Triumph Speed 400. I usually stay with cruiser style bikes because I have short legs and can't reach the ground on a dual sport of an Adventure bike. Besides that they are not my cup of tea. My wife and I have traveled over 350,000 miles on motorcycles in about a 30 year period, mostly if not all on cruiser style bikes. The Triumph has longer fork and shock travel so that will probably give me the better ride, but phyically it is a very small bike. That will be aright because my wife is crippled and can no longer ride with me. I have a dicision to make. I was looking at the Triumph Speed Twin 900 or the Vulcan S, but I don't really need any more than the Eliminator or the Speed 400 has.

[@wallacemjr]

Since you're going to use it on the road, I'd go for the Eliminator. The Eliminator's front suspension is very good.

[@genegoodwin8925]

@@wallacemjr Well, I made up my mind a couple months ago and bought a Kawasaki Eliminator SE. I bought it for just over $5800 plus taxes and other costs making it $7000 out the door. The Vulcan S would have costs me $8800 out the door and then I would have to puchase the passenger seat and passenger foot peggs making the final cost even higher. I've put on almost two thousand miles on my Eliminator SE and have loved every mile. I sold my LAST Harley last Fall. I paid $37,000 plus taxes and other costs for it. Had it one year and it broke down four times. I lost $9000 on it, but I finally learned my lesson and went back to a Japanese motorcycle. Kawasaki just happens to be one of my favorites. I've owned motorcycles since 1967, mostly Japanese models and four Harleys. I've owned more Hondas than any other brand, but I do not like the styling of the Rebels and did not want a V-twin like the Shadow line. I am thrilled with my Eliminator SE and thrilled with Kawasaki in all. If I ever get back to motorcycle vacations and really doing some serious traveling I will probably go with a Ninja 650. I know there are better bikes for touring, but I don't need all the extra thrills like a quick shifter and ridning modes. I have sat on a Ninja 650 and I can reach the ground pretty well, so it will do. But for the time being I going to stick with my ELiminator SE. I may not ever buy a Ninja because I am getting pretty old (71) and may look stupid on such a young person's style bike. Best to you. Ride safe and enjoy every journey.

[@noidreculse8906]

I have a’24 Z900 rs and the positive neutral at a stop is a great feature. 😎 I love the in-line 4, it reminds me of my Hondas from’79-‘83 😊

[@asiseeit1782]

I own an 400cc version of this bike. I don't live in the US. I turn 70 this year and this bike not only makes a good beginner bike but a good one to finish up on. I started out riding on an Honda CB550 back in the late 70s. This bike would eat the Honda. I love the Eliminator, prefect for me at the time of life that I am in!

[@udmbfckx2916]

The problem? The Vulcan S gets heavily discounted having been around for a bit while the Eliminator will not, bringing them to the same price. Yes it is newer, cooler looking and the style will appeal to newbies but that Vulcan, even at 110 lbs more as pointed out, will have it for lunch and (99%) of the time, you will NEVER grow old when it comes to the power, this being the cruiser market

[@JesusGarcia-ub2wt]

I've been watching a ton of reviews of a ton of bikes for my first bike and so far the Eliminator is winning. I just like how it looks sexy as F*** especially that one, the white one is exactly the one I want. Also I live in Florida. The Eliminator power and everything that comes with is all I would ever need for Florida streets...

[@OskarBosco-o2w]

Sounds like you are living in a dream

[@disabiledandriding]

I chose the Kawasaki Z500 SE ABS. More sporty and still has a lot of power. I just recently bought the Z500 after riding a 2023 Honda Grom as my first street bike for 2 years.

[@danieldavis3271]

Picked up. The SE model in the orange/black snd I love this bike it’s got plenty of pop best part got it for 6 k

[@mrburton8842]

That's the one I want, it's cool.

[@philipfreeman72]

I am 73 yr. old American living in Thailand over 10 yr. last bike 650 BMW . My inseam is 29 inches I am a retired shop teacher on Social Security . I remember buying a 305 scrambler for $800 1969 . the CFmoto 450 cruiser looks good . I have been scared to ride in towns here in Thailand , I used to ride a mountain bike early morning but drunks go home at that time too. The driving on left & very rough conctete slabs roads enter into it . Most here are 125 or less they still ride 2 strokes. I might consider the Honda XR 150 L , scooters are everywhere .

[@TexasSteele67]

Luv' yer response to the question - Which cruiser bike would I buy ???? Zero' None' Nada' Yet here we are reviewing one of the best in it's segment.

[@NoTengoIlusiones]

Thank you again for metric ! It really improves viewing experience.

[@beborodner930]

Appreciate the honest review and opinions. For an entry cruiser, this one looks pretty sweet!

[@icyGrip666]

My frist street bike was a sport bike and still ride sport bikes. If your short crusers can give you the confidence you need to start riding. But get what makes you happy. Thanks for the review

[@zrx4me1]

Imagine if Kawi made a 900 Eliminator with the Z900 RS engine.

[@exothermal.sprocket]

Then you'd have the 1985-1986 ZL900 Eliminator.

[@LARGO125]

My hope is that they would go to a whole eliminator line. The 400, rebadge the Vulcans as an eliminator 650, an eliminator 900 or 1000 to compete with the Rebel 1100, and ultimately an Eliminator H2.

[@zrx4me1]

@@exothermal.sprocket yup

[@PaydayGabeBCNV]

Love your content Ian. Shave your dome. Its over... Embrace the smoothness.. Please 🙏🏻.

[@HypeRapEnjoyer]

That Z900 engine is such a let down 😁 Who want's inline 4s anymore cmon...

[@prophet8photo]

“It doesn’t have that stupid cruiser thing where your legs are out here…” Ian, I almost spit my beer I laughed so hard. I love your reviews and I would pick the Eliminator over the Rebel for sure

[@smallbigadventures981]

I bought a Honda CB500X last year after seeing your review. It was a perfect choice. As you say, adventure bikes offer many more possibilities. Before I had a BMW R1100S and it is not comfortable on dirt roads. However, I miss shaft drive. Chain and sprockets involve extra work and are messy. It's a shame that none of the big brands make an adventure bike in the 500 class with shaft drive.

[@BigRockMoto]

shaft adds weight and cost, so we don't see it on smaller bikes usually

[@smallbigadventures981]

@@BigRockMoto Of course shaft weighs more and costs more initially, but then it is in principle maintenance free. You don't have to change chains and sprockets regularly, so operating costs are lower. I have owned a Honda CX500C a Honda XLV750R, a Yamaha BT 1100 Bulldog and a BMW R1100S all with shaft. There are advantages and disadvantages to all drives, but I like shaft drive. Currently, only BMW and Moto Guzzi offer this on adventure bikes. My CB500X would be perfect with a shaft. If it costs $1000 more I'd happily pay for it.

[@MV-XD2]

In fact only Moto Guzzi offers a shaft drive bike below 1000cc (BMW’s smallest engine is the older air cooled 1200) and that is now an 850cc. Other manufacturers gave up because of cost, weight and the amount of power drain. I usually get 25K miles out of a set of chain and sprockets, apparently BMW shafts now need changing around 50K miles so the cost difference is not that great. If your chain snaps you can get it replaced at any bike shop. If your shaft goes that’s the end of your tour! If shafts worked for smaller bikes, they’d still have them.

[@Rickmac22]

Need a Versys 500x!

[@houseofroos]

Love that you sit on the bikes and show the leg bend and reach to the ground.

[@justinrogo1415]

I was looking in this price range and got the KTM 390 Adventure. I wanted the ability to experiment with different types of riding

[@Ntmoffi]

The 390 is fun. Glad I got one too.

[@johnmacdonald1878]

To late to tell you which beginner bike I will by. The beginner bike I bought. I like Kawasaki but dealer is further away than some of the others. I did the training on a variety of smaller Hondas. I didn't find the Grom, Rebel or CBR comfortable, I liked the CRF. After riding the CRF, I had an idea a smaller ADV might be the bike I wanted. Next morning I went looking at bikes. First Stop Honda. Sat on CB 500x an NC750 and an Africa Twin. I left before sales guy got his pencil out. Next stop Triumph. They had a Red Street Twin. I left on the Street Twin. Why? It looked pretty. Never made it as far as Kawasaki, Yamaha or Suzuki. I really really liked that bike. Very easy to Ride. Did my Road Test for my full licence on it. So my answer. Was "other". A Standard, Classic or naked motorcycle. Unfortunately some SOB stole it and wrote it off. I had an adventure in mind so I went looking for a mid size ADV. Stopped in and sat on Honda' s, Triumph's, Ducati's and BMW's. All were just a bit to much. Found a used 2017 1200GS which fit my budget. Insurance settlement plus a little bit xtra. Bought it and went on an adventure, Still have it. planning more adventures. A 1300 GS would be nice, but, more than twice the price. If I find a nice Street Twin for sale, I might just get another one. If its red.

[@Jacob99174]

I really enjoy your thorough reviews!

[@hunkyleepickle]

i think the RE Meteor is by far the best looking, followed by the eliminator and vulcan. And lets be honest this style of bike is about style and looks first. The Rebel line to me is truly ugly it must be said. If you gotta have highway speeds the Kawasakis are the way to go. But you nailed it with the ADV comment Ian, most would be better suited and get much greater versatility out of a x-versys 300, cb500x, ktm390 adv et al.

[@BigRockMoto]

well said

[@JimKonugres]

I really love your channel keep up the great content

[@BigRockMoto]

Thanks, will do!

[@mr.solitude3352]

The Kawa Versys 650 has the same engine as the Vulcan S just tuned differently. It is a taller bike for us tall riders and very zippy on highways.

[@andrewsipling2531]

I beat the absolute piss out of mine, great bike. 5k miles on it so far, will probably hit 8-9 by the end of the season

[@user-cv9my1jq2r]

I’m not into the bike but I really appreciate your channel so much I had to watch anyway haha. Nice non bias review and good job letting newer people know about adventure bikes. It would be a great commuter bike. My himi 411 gets 60-80 mpg and my 300L is bout the same. Hell I think my Harley bagger gets around 50. It’s nice to get better fuel mileage while riding something you love. With the 3 bikes I have I’m still shopping for a replacement for maybe the himi but I love the old school look plus it’s easy to wrench on. What a great time to be a motorcycle enthusiast. They just keep coming out with better and more models. Ian. I have to say it every time I post. You are hands down the best reviewer. How is that? Your honest. Thanks for the hard work and I’m very happy you’re doing well. It seems.

[@BigRockMoto]

thanks for watching

[@salskars6637]

Excellent honest review; one of the best. ty

[@BigRockMoto]

I appreciate that!

[@toms6841]

After much research, I bought a 2023 Honda CB500X this past April (2024). I know compared to other adventure bikes, this bike is supposed to be shorter, lighter, and more manageable. My problem is a short inseam of 29" with the stock seat height of 32.8". I've dropped the bike now more times than I care to admit on slow, coming to a stop on uneven ground. If the lean gets a hair ahead of my foot finding the ground, the relative high center of gravity wins and down it goes; usually on the right side. Not having crash bars or hard panniers, the bike lies flat on the ground and can be damned hard to get enough angle to lift it. A couple of weeks ago, I tore a muscle in my calf trying to squat and push back which has really discouraged me. In every other regard, I love the bike and have spent quite a few $ in accessories. After more research, I got to sit on the 2024 Eliminator and quickly felt a rush of buyer's remorse. Low center of gravity and flat foot all day long. I've argued with myself about the next step being really tempted to lick my wounds and swap out bikes (likely to my financial detriment). In a last minute rush of logic, I've decided to invest in a suspension lowering kit (1.5") to see if that will cure my woes. It still won't allow me to flat foot, but hopefully there will be enough of a difference that I can find the ground quick enough to keep the bike upright when the surface is less than level.

[@wallacemjr]

Go for the Eliminator, I'm 1.72 m tall and my legs aren't that big. I struggle with the Africa Twin, but with the Eliminator it's just peace of mind.

[@neonsamurai1348]

Honestly I have been struggling for a while as to which type of bike to get into the future. I have space for only one bike, and I am torn between a cruiser tourer like the Street Glide/Challenger, A sport tourer like the R 1250 RT, or a medium/heavy adv bike like the tiger 900/1200. For a starter bike, I just went for the cheapest bike I could find that had traction control & ABS, that could do highway speeds without redlining (400-500cc), had drop protection, and that I could easily strap a 100l drybag to. If I was to buy a new starter bike now, it would be the Triumph Speed 400, as it is a great all around learners bike and it is very cheap. Oh and the rebel 300 can definitely do highway speeds (though close to redline), but the meteor will barely go above 70mph. The new Himalayan was actually a disappointment for me, as they are charging crazy Freight/PDI prices where I am, which put the price of Himi 450 above the ktm 390 adv and the Honda nx500!

[@nscott26]

We need the versys 450!

[@glyngreenwood8377]

Hi like your view on this eliminator, I love street,touring and adventure bikes but almost every one of them I've had, I'm on my tip toes...yes I'm short at 5foot 5 inches,most are top heavy and I'm getting fed up with tottering like a learner,I had a vulcan, liked the power but forward controls are a nightmare,it would be nice to have a vulcan with controls like this eliminator, but alas not happening ,so I'm going to test ride this eliminator next week and let's see,keep up the good work on your channel.

[@anklexpress]

I too am the Chief Laundry Technician. I think I will soon be promoted to Chief Laundry Engineer

[@jjstuartonwriting8150]

Love this bike, but I would definitely get aftermarket mirrors, a thicker seat, and aftermarket exhaust. Nothing too loud, but something that makes noise to warn other drivers, and sounds cooler. As to competition, I would say the Speed 400 and the Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 are serious contenders in this category.

[@advredbikes]

Thank you for the great video. My wife needs a larger bike. We have considered the eliminator with its non-cruiser pegs. Also the new CF Moto Apex for 50 has a lowering link to get the seat lower. My wife has a 27 inch inseam. The bikes were really looking after our small adventure bikes like that 500 NX from Honda. Let me know what you think. Thank you.

[@JeffRevell]

I rode one last weekend. It's a decent bike. I find that the throttle is a little touchy and punchy in first gear, which might be difficult for a beginner to get used to. It would be nice to have a little smoother roll-on but not the end of the world. The size is fairly decent due to the slightly forward foot controls. It's not full cruiser lounger but better for tall riders (I'm 6'5") who don't like being folded into origami on a sport bike.

[@andreslopez707]

Looking to buy my first bike, this video help me a lot, right now I am between the Eliminator and the Rebel 500.

[@logiclust]

thanks for the demo. the problem i had with my ninja was my hip cramping because the ass to footpeg ration wasn't working and i'm not that tall. i have a bad back now and have been searching for something more upright for a short guy. probably still going with a scrambler

[@xBlissfulx]

I went with a KLR 650s for my first bike I wanted something I could take anywhere as I already own a very low sports car I didn’t see a need to get a cruiser or sports bike so the KLR fit perfect for me and I’m loving it got it this January and pretty much daily it now

[@NedwardJamesAlmost]

Cross shopping this, Ninja 500 and a Honda NX500 as a first bike. Which would you pick and why?

[@zerocool6370]

I have the Vulcan S but when I bought it the eliminator or rebels weren't out yet so it was either a smaller cruiser or a big cruiser (there isn't much dealer support where I am but it has gotten much better in the last 10 years) it has been a great beginner bike

[@BigRockMoto]

thanks for sharing

[@zerocool6370]

@@BigRockMoto love all of your content, Pretty sure my next big purchase is thanks to your videos I am pretty sure I am going with the BMW RT

[@rossotoro3095]

Amazing video!! Cheers

[@jackvliet]

What do you think about reviewing the super tenere?

[@TheLaughingMan42]

This is the only cruiser style I'm considering. I like the seating position and foot peg position.

[@justininfrance]

Great review, thanks. As a 62 year old man with back issues I feel like a cruiser bike such as this would be comfortable for about twenty minutes then rapidly become agony, particularly as there’s not much room to move about on that saddle.

[@christopherpekel6096]

Not at all, it's actually very comfortable

[@smitty446]

One thing to mention or revisit, GPS speed versus what is displayed on the dash. Found my eliminator is about 10 mph off above 80 mph. Otherwise for me as a new rider, been waiting for this kind of bike as it hit all my check marks with what I was looking for.

[@BattleToads]

I'm a new rider looking for a beginner cruiser. I'm probably going to get a RE Classic 350, but I like this one for a more modern look. I have one big problem with this bike. The name. 'Eliminating' is also the medical term for taking a dump and that is what I think of every time I see this bike. If I get one, I'm taking it to a paint shop and having them change the name to 'Defecator.'

[@sherwincody5025]

im in my mid 60's and ride a royal enfield classic 350 and would really like a little more power and agelity, and have a fondness for kawasaki,back from my csr750 i had in the early to late 80s and would like the 6 speed

[@nicholasrandles6657]

I'm an experienced rider and i'm enjoying these smaller capacity bikes. My RE classic 350 is a ripper, even 2up or touring, as was my Himalayan 411. Both have centre stands and decent pillion seats. Given RE are providing bikes with these features is Kawasaki missing a slice of the market here? The 450 twin is good, the bike looks great, but its versatility?

[@tatasth8559]

RE super meteor 650 is also nice option for those looking for cruiser type motorcycle 😊

[@max-cs4pz]

I actually see myself on a ADV longterm for the type of riding I want to do… but I had a small rebel 300 for the second time rented for vacation and even that ergonomics are not really good the low weight and higher are for myself (5‘5“; 29.5“ inseam) so confidence inspiring I had sooo much fun and I think even more fun than on my bigger cbf600 at home… I might get the eliminator just because it is also so light and low to the ground and I heard it has better ergos than the rebel…

[@CraigSmith568]

I think this is more in competition with the SCL500 than the Rebel. For my taste I would choose the Ninja 500 over this. Lighter, better handling, and better looking to me, plus it's cheaper.

[@1990-t1j]

I like this bike much better than the Rebel 500. If I was replacing my second bike, a KTM 390 Duke Mk2, this would be a srong contender. I like the lines, the dash is smart but the detail looks difficult to read. I'd like to know what you think of the Royal Enfield Guerrilla. Good review. Sharp haircut.

[@oscarmike2874]

Is the CFMOTO 450clc not available in the US yet? They have a bobber version coming as well.

[@TheLastCrankers]

I recognize this is a better bike than the rebel 500 considering measurable aspects. But I still would prefer a rebel Also do you not get other RE motorcycles like the supermeteor 650 or shotgun 650? Those are much more comparable power wise

[@garyhull5617]

I must be really old. I remember when the exhust silencer didn't weigh one third the total weight of the bike.

[@GregLanz]

If I were to start out now I'd likely go with a DRZ400 as it can do anything and is a reasonable size for starting out

[@stevewilson8752]

Id choose the Cruiser style bike because is more casual & layback & Cruiser's look very cool bikes / Also the Royal Enfield 450 Adventure might be pretty great to , Cheers from Bundaberg Australia 🇦🇺🕺🍹👍

[@anthonycoffey6565]

I have a '23 Vulcan S & my buddy bought his 1st bike in the Eliminator SE. I keep hearing about a Vulcan S H2 coming, really hope it does 😊

[@5473572]

What is a Vulcan S H2?

[@Porsche996driver]

Great review and yeah 51hp with 390lbs is fun enough! Nice clean design but almost too low. I’d encourage beginners to get at least 29” seat. You don’t want to be sitting so low on the highway among big cars and SUVs. People will see you better and you’ll have a much better view out in traffic.

[@BigRockMoto]

Great point!

[@exothermal.sprocket]

An alternative to the Eliminator, with a decidedly NON-CRUISER aesthetic and ergonomic...... ---------- 399-471cc ------------- Triumph Scrambler 400X or Speed 400 Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 (new and coming) CF Moto 450 NK Honda CB500F Kawasaki Z500 KTM Duke 390 --------- 286-312cc -------------- BMW G310R Yamaha MT-03 Honda CB300R

[@BigRockMoto]

great post, thank you

[@DiveTrainerDan]

I have always preferred the riding position of scrambler motorcycles. Like the SCL, Int 650, T100, and similar. The CF moto clc seems more interesting.

[@spydie]

This has a ninja design engine. It is a high rpm bike like the versys 300X? Which gets really tiring running at high rpms all day.

[@wallacemjr]

As it is a 450, it has enough power to not need high revs to run normally alongside a 300. But if you want to accelerate, just increase the revs to enjoy the heart of a Ninja.

[@heyspookyboogie644]

How common is it for people to click into 2nd instead of neutral? I hear people talk about that when there’s a feature to prevent it. it’s never once happened to me on an 80’s Ninja 900. But I don’t have a lot of experience with different bikes. Maybe Kawasaki does better at that??

[@OldheadMike]

i've got a ninja 400 as my first bike. the salesman said it had ABS but after buying it, turns out it didnt. not much i can do about it now, but i am getting ready to sell it and find something with ABS even if i have to downgrade to something like the bmw g310r/gs

[@georgedoolittle7574]

Don't mind foot pegs but needs a deck to put the feet on help with standing etc.

[@jamesmegill]

Small capacity light weight bikes are always a hoot!

[@martinowings3597]

If you are five foot nothing the Eliminator is a great choice. It would be much cooler with the three spoke wheels the 80s bikes had! Also wondering why there is no Versys 500 yet ?!?! I think the Eliminator is cool though.

[@Warwck24]

Id be a cuiser style because im short and older person over 60. Im really not keen on less power because i want to cruise motorways and across borders

[@peterscobie2962]

I'm getting 4years warranty here in Scotland. just this bike

[@extrajava9175]

Is this really a cruiser? It almost looks like a standard/ujm had a baby with a rebel. I like it!

[@max-cs4pz]

I am only 5'5 and at home I have a cbf600 wich is not to tall (77cm) and not oo heavy (195kg) ..... but atm I am renting a rebel 300 in Thailand and (considering it is not even for myself poor ergonomics ) the really low seat hight and low weight are so confidence inspiring that I enjoy riding way more tan home (even with the lower power) and I am very much more courageous leaning the thing.... I seriously consider downsizing to an eliminator 500... still I see myself riding an adventure bike for the ergonomics.... butyl of them are really heavy and tall :(

[@beardannyboy]

Personally I'm not into cruisers. Closest things I like are british standards or 70s UJMs for that classic motorcycle look. Generally not into v-twins either, which tend to go hand-in-hand with cruisers. If I lived in a place with more trails I'd get a dual sport, but since I'm not in such a location I'm more interested in small sport-touring or adventure style bikes. Things like the CB500X or Versys 300. If I was more looking for a bopping around bike instead of a tourer, the Triumph 400 and Svartpilen 401 also appeal, just solid all around bikes with good or unique looks. I'd be more interested in a Royal Enfield if they weren't overweight & underpowered. I could forgive that if they were actually cheap in my area, but they're pretty rare here and priced accordingly. For special enthusiasts only.

[@christopherpekel6096]

This is closer to a UJM than a cruiser to be honest

[@vspatmx7458]

I need a ergonomic design and functionality which lies something in between A hornet 750 and Transalp 750 Any ideas..

[@kokilimonke]

Suzuki V-Strom 800RE or whatever the Road edition is called in your market.

[@kokilimonke]

Or the Tracer 7

[@vspatmx7458]

@@kokilimonke Thanksa ton.. Will examine

[@equalfps]

im between eliminator and rebel 500 but cannot decide at all, i like the aesthetics of rebel a lot but i hear that kawasaki is better responding in driving aspects. what could you mention to help me decide kind sir? hehe, great video!

[@wallacemjr]

I have two Hondas, ADV 150 and Africa Twin 1100 AS DCT and I chose the Eliminator

[@DiveTrainerDan]

Why the RE Meteor? The Int 650 is around the same price.

[@samjohnson2847]

Good, informative review but I have a general comment about the reviews for this bike and other beginner bikes. Every review talks about how it fits shorter riders but every reviewer is 5'10" - 6+ and they make comments like, "my legs are somewhat cramped . . . " Why not get a short rider for these reviews about bikes for short riders?

[@ravenarrow4631]

Honestly been torn between this little bike or the Kawasaki Z900 RS. The price of this one really jumps out and it seems quite fun. Probably end up getting something even more expensive like a Triumph Tiger 900 to get a more powerful dual sport compared to my little Scram 411 lol 😂

[@billboring3925]

Yeah, but you need to low seat height. Can you get that on KTM 390 I like the feet underneath my hips too but my friend he’s got short legs.

[@suspiciousdoge9yand104]

Hi Ian! I’m curious. So you reviewed many ADVs but I noticed you havent tried the X-ADV. But its probably since you don’t like scooters so I understand lmao.

[@michaelfrancis-vb7tp]

I would look at a naked and cruiser types I'm 72 cm so a ADV would be in that choice also.

[@bigjoe4020]

not interested in this style at all these days, but watched it anyway to support the channel.

[@BigRockMoto]

thanks

[@spydie]

the downside to ABS is the extra cost, $600-$800 depending on the bike.

[@sandwaves5642]

No, it's not the RE 350, but the 650 you should have compared to.

[@BigRockMoto]

probably so - oops

[@RK-X]

Would have loved to see this in Golden USD Suspension!!

[@grayl5514]

With this wet weight and power output, Kawasaki could easily put out a competitor to the CFMoto 450MT. I don't know how long this motor has been around but it could be slightly lighter than the CFMOto but be made by one of the Big 4, with all the benefits that entails. But, they won't, leaving China to take sales from Japan.

[@yomommaahotoo264]

Perfect low seat height for possums.

[@samhill3496]

Good vid good bike for beginner

[@samhill3496]

When I started doing distance I bought a new 1976 Yamaha XS500D . A 500cc eight valve dohc twin 180 degree crank. Cast wheels, one of the first made, comfortable seat good disc brakes and dependable. I was doing five hundred mile days all I could. Tube tires but never had a flat. Wore the to the cords. Used a creel bag for luggage. Flight jacket and army gloves. Wasn't any fancy clothes then. I had a oair of water proof Herman Survivor boots that actually worked. So this bike opens a new life and method of travel for people who want to experience the lifestyle, enjoy the discovery of our country on two wheels and do it in a fairly economically affordable manner. Much as I did almost 50 yrs ago.

[@straightup1234]

more motorcycle manufacturers making 400 _ 500cc bikes looking fwd to 2025, hoping for baby tiger triumph/honda CB 400 inline 4 , & lots more 👍👍

[@JohnSmith-sm6oy]

Good job ..😊

[@bobbyjoesugar]

If they make this into a z450rs I think it would be a real winner.

[@joekavalauskas8767]

Technically a fantastic bike for anyone. But the 180° crank is not very inspiring, especially for a cruiser.

[@BigRockMoto]

true

[@MV-XD2]

Your point about reduced suspension travel offering poorer ride quality should not be overlooked, especially as manufacturers generally fit budget suspension to all but the most expensive bikes. Sure fire way for a beginner to get disillusioned and give up is buying a bike that kills you every time you ride it for more than 20 minutes!

[@wallacemjr]

It has good comfort, the greater height of the tire side helps. For those who don't have the height for an adveture, I thought it was a good option.

[@animeshdebnath1512]

Wt abt vibration

[@tonyrichengod9280]

I’d take the Vulcan S any day. I honestly don’t understand why Kawasaki would spend money on making this bike when the Vulcan S already SLAYS the Rebel 500. IMO they should have spent the money and R&D on a 400-500cc small ADV bike, a segment that’s heating up right now.

[@nathanruben-tv5lf]

Good bike but I am six foot, and It is too small for me. I like put my legs forward a little bit.