Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX Owners Review! 1 Year Riding! Let Me Tell You Why She's The Best Sport Bike!

[@LiterFreedom]

Want to know how this bike handles on the twiesties? Check this out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZnbmGefl7edrs0

[@toddallingham1647]

I’m seriously thinking about getting one of these for next years riding season! Thanks for the great reviews! Ride safe

[@LiterFreedom]

You wont regret getting this bike, shes a keeper and a jack of all trades, sporty enough to have some fun and comfortable enough to keep riding for days haha. I appreciate your input, brother. Your CBR1000 looks great too, specially that red!

[@yigitkoparan5309]

Do you have any comments about the weight of the engine and the functioning of the suspension? I wish it had electronic suspension

[@LiterFreedom]

So I’m not sure what the actual weight of the engine alone is…the bikes weight wet is 513lb or about 235kg. The suspension is not electronic but it can be adjusted. I recommend this video for you about the 1000Sx suspension: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p4m8pGh5mbZor6csi=lfNp06bMT9Rkk3R2

[@s2k442]

@@yigitkoparan5309 I also have this bike and the suspension is fully adjustable in the front and the rear. Once set for your weight and riding style, there is no need to really mess with it. Full electronic suspension would add a lot more cost to the machine which IMO is unnecessary. Yes this is not a feather weight bike but once moving the weight disappears.

[@EvMc305]

You'll love it. Check out a used s1000xr right before you purchase though. They are less reliable but way more bike

[@jakemerica]

Shocked that you don't have thousands of subs already. Your content is great.

[@LiterFreedom]

Im working hard to get there, brother. I appreciate your comment. Thank you for being here from the beginning!

[@s2k442]

@@LiterFreedom Thanks for the shout out! I need to stop being lazy and get that exhaust video uploaded for you.

[@LiterFreedom]

It should be me thanking you for the support. Take your time...When the video is ready let me know!

[@Dsanrides]

Agreed, great panorama shots and editing! As well as making me want to buy a Ninja 1000 eventually 😂

[@LiterFreedom]

The Ninja 1k might be the natural progression for you, specially if you really like the Ninja 400!

[@stuyrides5144]

I have the black and red 2023. Fantastic bike. Never missed a beat but I would recommend the full acropovic exhaust system. It sounds so good and with a tune it is insanely fast. I had the radiator cover and a downpipe cover and obviously a tail tidy. And crash sliders, paddock bobbins and front fork sliders. That's pretty much all I've added. No need to do anything else. Being all over Europe from Portugal to Austria, it is the perfect commute and touring bike with added fun. Love the video!

[@LiterFreedom]

Thank you very much, brother! She’s too much fun haha I probably won’t be getting a full exhaust because she’d get too loud and I’d certainly get pulled over out there! Ride safe!

[@heavymetal6285]

I have a 21' and I love it! My previous bike was the H2. So, this seems much slower to me. I needed to down grade. I've had to run from police twice on the H2. That was enough for me. Those things are trouble. I put headers on my 1000sx increased hp a little and it sounds great! I ride for no less than 4-6 hr a ride and really no discomfort. I would recommend this bike if you want a bit of a sport feel . Ride on everyone!

[@LiterFreedom]

I’m working my way to get a H2 SX someday but like you I believe she is overkill and she’s so expensive that I’d be paranoid about getting the smallest scratches on her paint 😂 Thank you for watching! Hope you subscribe because I’m going to continue to bring a lot of content on this 1000sx. Ride safe!

[@Mikaeel84]

Coming from a Kawasaki Z400 as my first street bike. I went from it scaring me to mastering it and making it my b*tch. I drive like a Hooligan most days but like to ride for hours. I want to be thrilled and challenged again and I'm wondering if I get this bike will I just want to trade up in a year or so or do you think it will keep me challenged and satisfied for years to come until I get itchy again?

[@james2578]

police cant scan your plate?

[@douglasgrosch228]

got concours 14 160 hp 100lbs torque and its the best bike ever owned - i keep up with sport bikes -great content - Ninja 1000sx be nice to try. go KAWASAKI !!

[@LiterFreedom]

Not to mention that the concours is one of the most comfortable motorcycle in the world! Congratulations on the new bike. Hope you subscribe to see the progress! Ride safe!

[@lordraglan2741]

Love these videos buddy and your enthusiasm for the Ninja 1000sx, I am just about to buy the 2024 40th version in red and can't wait to take it for a ride through the Welsh countryside and beyond

[@LiterFreedom]

The 40th anniversary colors? Wow I’m jealous haha The colors are beautiful! I also like the new gray and black. You will love the bike. Let me know when you get it and what you think about the ride! Hope you subscribe for more content on two wheels! Ride safe, brother!

[@lordraglan2741]

@@LiterFreedom Red

[@tartrek87]

Very nice review, I have the 2023 model and love it, especially after I had the ECU reflashed. And thanks for a little tour of Taiwan.

[@LiterFreedom]

You're very welcome, thank you for your support! I hope youre enjoying your N1K because I certainly am still in love with mine haha Hope you subscribe because im bringing a lot of content on this bike! Ride safe, brother!

[@tartrek87]

I'm subscribed and looking forward to more of your videos, good to see you are still with us after that earthquake and tsunami. 😀

[@cibsim]

My 2023 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 SX is the best bike I had in all my life. I like the seat… and the power. The quick shifter is fantastic.

[@LiterFreedom]

@@cibsim absolutely amazing bike. I still use mine everyday without any issues (besides the horn which I’ll have to get looked at again). Hope you’re riding safe out there, brother! Susbcrjbe for more content on the 1000sx. I’ll be back soon! Ride safe! 💪 🏍️

[@MrFirstonraceday]

How do you think it will handle 400 lbs total (2 up) passengers?

[@timmy3822]

Just bought one of these. Can’t wait to get it!

[@LiterFreedom]

@@timmy3822 I absolutely love this bike! I still her ride daily and I still have a lot of fun with this bike! Did you get the 2024 1000sx? Let me know when you get yours! Thanks for watching, ride safe, brother!

[@timmy3822]

@@LiterFreedom Yes, it was a bargain to be honest. There were two pre-registered bikes at my local Kawasaki franchised dealership and I got it with 5 miles on the clock for over a grand less than normal “new” RRP. Counting my lucky stars tbh, it’s a hell of a machine for the money. I ordered the touring pack for it, so that’s on its way and will be fitted. In the mean time I’m trying to sell my MT-09 Tracer but no bites on eBay atm, not the best time of year to sell. 😅 Here’s hoping I can get it in time to catch a few nice rides before the weather closes in too much for autumn.

[@Neeko_Z]

hopefully my next bike! good vid

[@LiterFreedom]

@@Neeko_Z when are you thinking of getting one? The 2025 version should be available soon!

[@lukeemms2036]

Great bike for tall riders, my buddy has one and he is 6’9’’ and I rode it and I loved it and I’m 6’6’’ and coming from a k3 gsxr 600 it was night and day

[@LiterFreedom]

6’9” is really tall haha it must be hard not to make sport bikes look like toys specially small supersport bikes. Are you thinking of getting one now?

[@dave4148]

I'm 6'5" I agree!

[@MrScottjwatson]

Great vid pal what phone mount you using there ?

[@LiterFreedom]

I appreciate your input, brother. The name of the mount is “Takeway” a lot of people use them here, I’ve had no problems with this mount at all! Highly recommend by the dealership too. Thanks for watching! Hope you subscribe to see the progress!

[@woutermemelink4507]

I also have a 2020, now with 36k on the clock. I changed with Brembo pads at the front. Better feeling. Chain lasted 32k, fuel consumption is also very good, touring gets easy 19km/ltr. Like yours, no troubles or what so ever. Running perfect,very smooth and if you want rev it up for illegal speeds😅 The only thing for me is the windscreen. With my 1.87 can't get it perfect. Also the factory touring screen with added deflector still get buffeting. For the record, mine has all the options, cases, heated grips, akra etc. Its highly recommended, does it all with no fear for any failure, top motor comparable with my other FJR1300 which has 250.000 and still original: engine, cluch and transmission is still as it was in 2008.

[@LiterFreedom]

Brembo brakes? thats big money haha Im sure they feel absolutely great. I just changed my brake pads last week and they feel great now! How much adjusting did you have to do to your chain by the time you changed at 32k? Thanks for watching too, hope you subscribe for more content on this 1000sx!

[@woutermemelink4507]

@@LiterFreedom i only changed the brake pads, not the calipers

[@woutermemelink4507]

@@LiterFreedom adjusting only at the end of life, from about 28 k

[@LiterFreedom]

Oh ok! Brembo is pretty expensive but I’m sure they are better. I haven’t had to adjust my chain yet, she’s still good but I haven’t gotten to 28k miles. Thank you.

[@javarilla]

Have a ‘22. Love it.

[@LiterFreedom]

What color do you have? Also, hope you subscribe to see more content on the 1000sx! Ride safe, brother!

[@mike17032]

You can’t beat the Pilot Road 6 tires for rain performance too. Very long tread life for a bike tire too. Well worth the money.

[@LiterFreedom]

I have to agree with you! Road 6 and 5s are absolutely amazing, man! On wet surfaces or even on hard acceleration pulls the tires perform amazingly! I appreciate you watching, brother! Hope you subscribe for more content on two wheels! Ride safe partner!

[@davisexcavating7144]

Love the break reservoir koozie lol where did you get it?

[@LiterFreedom]

I like your KZbin name haha I got the reservoir socks on Amazon. I don’t remember the stores name but there’s lots of them there haha. Hope you subscribe to see the progress. Ride safe brother!

[@davisexcavating7144]

@@LiterFreedom lol it’s very bland as I’m horrible with handle names lol. I’ve been looking at a ninja SX, and have have many gixxers and favorite so far was my 2018 gsx-s1000F, the rival so to speak to your ninja but out of a drastic change I just picked up a 2024 Honda transalp adventure bike! Lol. But a few months in I’m already wanting the ninja again! Transalp is nice just not as into that type bike as I’d hoped I’d be and the new gsxs1000gt are god awful hideous to me. I def watch all your reviews and safety focus is always priority! Bikes are sheep surrounded by wolves always keeps eye on everything bigger than you. Also from your talk sounds like you were in military as well? Great content man!

[@LiterFreedom]

@@davisexcavating7144 I appreciate you watching the videos! An adventure bike could be fun specially if I could take her off-road! It certainly feels like the big bad wolf is always following us on a bike hahaha! The 1000SX has been so much fun to me, specially on a long straight line, I’m still working on my lean angles but the roads out here get rough and I certainly don’t want to crash this beauty. She’s a lot of fun, if you’re having a bad day, you just go out, open the throttle a few times and you forget whatever problem is bothering you 😂 I have never been part of the Military but I came close to it, I do read a lot of military books and I have a lot of respect for those guys! Stay safe, brother! Ride safe and live long!

[@xxsnowwolf963xx8]

This video is helping me decide whether or not to trade my 08 street glide in !!!

[@LiterFreedom]

Oh man that’s a hard decision, Harley’s are so comfortable…but this 1000SX does it all, I’ll be bringing a comparison between both next month when I go back to the US. Thanks for watching!

[@Dnewman3402-6]

@@LiterFreedom Does the engine on the bike cause vibration at cruising speeds of 75-80 mph?

[@LiterFreedom]

@@Dnewman3402-6 not that I can tell, man! She’s smooth all the way up to 140+ no vibrations beyond what you’d expect from a combustion engine!

[@joeldude1axe166]

I support you brotha

[@LiterFreedom]

You’re the man, Joel! Hope you’re subscribed for more content on the 1000sx. Ride safe, brother!

[@mahasidha9]

Thank you for your immediate reply; I couldn’t see do you also have bar ends?

[@LiterFreedom]

You're welcome, brother. I appreciate you watching. I do have aftermarket bar ends on this bike!

[@mahasidha9]

@@LiterFreedom Would you be kind enough to share where they are from? Thanks!

[@LiterFreedom]

@@mahasidha9 sorry for the delay, brother. I kept remembering your comment but I forgot to look on the bike for the info. The Bar Ends don’t have a brand, I don’t remember the company’s name but they can be easily found on Amazon!

[@MichaelWilliams-go6wr]

Thanks for the video. May I know the name of the vendor of the frame sliders you have on the bike?

[@LiterFreedom]

Its a small company called Dimotiv Motorcycle Parts! They are slick but stick out enough to protect your bike if she falls! Thanks for watching brother, hope you subscribe to see the journey!

[@MichaelWilliams-go6wr]

@@LiterFreedom Much appreciated. Of course, I am subscribed :) God bless!

[@NavySWO]

For those of your N1K owners out there, does yours run very hot? My 2019 N1K seems to always run 4/5 temp gauge bars with the fan coming on when 5 bars are hit. Recently did a coolant flush and replenish with Engine Ice coolant. Everything burped and topped off. Still a "hot" running bike!

[@LiterFreedom]

I’m not sure what the “bars” are. Maybe they got rid of them on the newer models!? What I do know is that the bike gets super hot 🥵 around 105c on really hot days when riding in heavy traffic, but she does cool down to around 80-90 when moving at highway speed on the hottest days!

[@Mikaeel84]

You got to rev higher. Counter intuitive but it circulates coolant more. My Z400 was like this then my old bike buddy told me this. Thought he was crazy but sure enough he was right.

[@NavySWO]

@@Mikaeel84Thanks, what do you mean by rev higher? Just curious, we talking keeping revs above 5000? I do tend to keep revs on the low end. Appreciate the tip…

[@Mikaeel84]

@NavySWO I couldn't tell you for the Ninja but from what I understand it applies to all bikes. I literally redline my bike every time I ride and I ride multiple times a week. Fortnine made a good video about babying your engine being bad for it and had proof. He said mid to higher rev ranges are better for your bike. If I was you I would try keeping it mid to high rev range and I'm telling you you can watch the temp go down quick. I'll ride around the city in the summer and I'll be one bar away from full on the heat indicator then jump on the highway and open it up for a minute or two and it will go down 3 or 4 bars. Circulates the coolant and cools it down quick. So glad I learned this because before the cheapskate in me was worried about saving gas money and making my bike last longer. Now I can burn through gas and know it's actually better for my bike. 💪😎👍

[@NavySWO]

@@Mikaeel84thank you! I’ll give it a shot. Ride safe.

[@SirChellum]

How nimble is this bike going through traffic lane splitting? I am 170cm rider,tested the bike. Tip toeing on both side.

[@LiterFreedom]

Great question! She’s not nimble at all in traffic. She’s a bit of a pain to park! This bike is as wide and heavy as some Haley davidsons. Once she’s moving she’s very planted and easy to handle. You could get the bike lowered and a lower seat too. But she’s not the best for stop and go traffic, she gets very hot too! I have to be honest and let you know that if I wasn’t able to comfortably flat foot this bike on both sides I would have dropped her many times…Specially since people will cut you off often on city environments and the front break is strong! I’d say there are better options for you but obviously that’s just my 2 cents! Ride safe my friend! Shop around because there are lots of good competitors out there!

[@SirChellum]

@@LiterFreedom Thanks for replying my question. That was the biggest setback in my decision in getting this bike. It is big and very heavy for short rider like me. ADV types are out of the question for me. Did asked the salesperson about the lowering kit but that definitely altering the riding experience of the bike and suspensions, which made it worse after lowered.

[@jeanravez7520]

bonjour, j'ai regardé votre vidéo et j'ai trouvé cela super et d'autres aussi, néanmoins, j'ai vu que sur votre machine vous aviez un sac de réservoir avec du rouge, pourriez-vous m'en dire la marque, en tout cas continuez et bonne route

[@mahasidha9]

The frame slider looks great; who is the manufacturer? Also who makes the clutch and brake levers? Thanks.

[@LiterFreedom]

The frame sliders come from a small company called Dimotiv Motorcycle Parts! They stick out far enough to protect your bike but also dont look hideous. Im going to get back to you on the clutch and brake levers!

[@LiterFreedom]

The brake and clutch levers also come from this company called Dimotiv Modified Parts. I have to warn you…I suggest you not change the levers because when you install aftermarket levers you can no longer start the bike on first gear! So if you stall the bike you have to put her in neutro first. I don’t know why this happens but it’s a common issue with this bike. The bike will start on first gear ONLY if the lever is al the way on the furthest option (level5), but I like it to be closer (level2 for me) to make it smoother and faster when changing gears…

[@mahasidha9]

@@LiterFreedom Thank you VERY much that is VERY significant information!

[@singhps89]

Do you have issue with vibrations after 5.5k rpm? I have 2021 1000sx and after 5.5k the mirrors get so buzzy that I cant see anything behind at all.

[@LiterFreedom]

Actually I do not. The bike certainly vibrates more as the RPM raises but I wouldn’t say it’s enough to make my mirror vibrate to the point it’s unusable! But I’ll pay more attention to it and get back to you if the answer changes! Hope you subscribe for more content on the 1000sx, brother! Ride safe!

[@jimmymcjimmyvich9052]

Nicely pot together. I love mu SX))

[@LiterFreedom]

I appreciate that! Hope you subscribe for more. Ride safe, brother!

[@rolandrado2914]

How about 2011 z1000sx?

[@LiterFreedom]

@@rolandrado2914 unfortunately I don’t have access to a 2011 right now…Maybe in the future I could bring one on the channel to compare it!

[@rolandrado2914]

@@LiterFreedom thank you ride safe!

[@JM-MTG]

Question is. If i bought this would i regret not getting a Yamaha MT-10. and no i live in canada no test rides.

[@LiterFreedom]

Are you going to tour and ride long distances often?

[@JM-MTG]

@@LiterFreedom not often just occasionally. mostly ride to work 30-40mins. The rider triangle on the mt-10 is almost identical to the 1000sx. You should just go test ride an mt-10 and make a video comparing the two :P

[@LiterFreedom]

Haha It they were available I certainly would. If I was just using the bike to get to work and cruise in the city I'd probably go with the lighter option which is the MT-1O, she's slimmer too, a bit easier to maneuver in parking lots and get around traffic, funny I just talked about this on the newest video too. but if you're going to go long distances the 1000sx is a lot of fun. You can't go wrong with either one of them! 😎

[@JM-MTG]

@@LiterFreedom Thanks!

[@mrpipspoppersv9093]

Hi , I have this bike 1000sx ninja 2023 plate I have also had a 2017 plate mt10 they are both great bikes. The Kawasaki fells more sporty where the Mt10 is a more relaxed riding position.

[@myownroad9278]

Very nice vídeo.

[@LiterFreedom]

Thank you very much, brother! 💪

[@tg8150]

Eh, too small and expensive. Concours 14 all day long for a fraction of the cost of that thing that has no bags.

[@LiterFreedom]

I like the Concours but…The concours was 18k new and this bike is 13k new. The concours weights like 200 pounds more too, brother. The 1000sx has basically the same bags as the concours too! If we’re talking concours weight class id go for a gold wing or even an H2SX! Ride safe, brother!

[@laveneno8564]

Cf moto is way better

[@LiterFreedom]

WAY better? Please elaborate.

[@Rooz]

Might want to have cfmoto make a 1k cc bike first before mentioning this lol

[@awakeadventurer9198]

I saw a video on the CF Moto bikes and there was a lot of metal in the oil after the first oil change. Too much. You get what you pay for. Especially from China