2018 Kawasaki Ninja 400 Track Review at Sonoma Raceway

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@MJT-DA
@MJT-DA 6 жыл бұрын
*When MC finally does a review on a bike most of us can afford*
@pjmtts
@pjmtts 6 жыл бұрын
SunzOffski 🤣
@Death666wish
@Death666wish 6 жыл бұрын
I do want actually.
@busboy3232
@busboy3232 6 жыл бұрын
SunzOffski I want it.
@ninjarider2941
@ninjarider2941 6 жыл бұрын
I bought a new Ninja 500 in 2009 (no ABS or fuel injection) for $5854 in the U.S.
@zer08927
@zer08927 6 жыл бұрын
Wow. Bought a 2016 R3 for $5550.....no buyer's remorse, but that extra cc's would've been nice. Hope you like your bike!
@johnfragos7660
@johnfragos7660 6 жыл бұрын
Only Ari and Zack can go around a track , ground the pegs and notice the flowers...
@hvymtal8566
@hvymtal8566 6 жыл бұрын
Sonoma normally looks kinds bare ad this is a nice departure from that, and the Ninja 400 is not set up for track riding stock so there's more lean to be had with a full-on TRACKDAY BRO setup; it's not going super fast
@Jesusswe91
@Jesusswe91 6 жыл бұрын
I like how Ari is talking like its everyday riding. I would just be silent and supper focused
@MrNz96
@MrNz96 6 жыл бұрын
Jesusswe91 i never understood how they could multi-task like that.
@simonegiannini2421
@simonegiannini2421 6 жыл бұрын
Like Stirling Moss said, if a driver/rider is still able to speak, he's not pushing 100%. To us he seems to be riding pretty hard, but I suppose he still has something to give.
@GT6SuzukaTimeTrials
@GT6SuzukaTimeTrials 6 жыл бұрын
Nobody was recording his lap time, so why would he go 10/10ths? Plus, there were others on track. I'm sure if he was going for time attack alone on track, he wouldn't be talking...
@whalesong999
@whalesong999 6 жыл бұрын
I think he was just pushing to his own sense of comfort and still have fun with a bit of challenge. I suspect the good traits of the machine added to that, it seemed quite dialed in for the task at hand and he was enjoying it.
@MalcolmCir
@MalcolmCir 6 жыл бұрын
Check out Ari's earlier videos on his CBR300R and KTM. When he's not talking, he's setting track records... :)
@disekjoumoer
@disekjoumoer 6 жыл бұрын
Ari Rossi, running on flower power and love
@650ib
@650ib 6 жыл бұрын
I hate squishtownUSA. I agree... That track is beautiful.
@Mirzadon007
@Mirzadon007 6 жыл бұрын
Indeed
@emudshit
@emudshit 6 жыл бұрын
I think this 400 could trash your h2 haha ;)
@Judberries
@Judberries 2 жыл бұрын
The fact I hear the scraping makes me realize I need to work on my turning more. I want to feel the scrape so I know the feeling so I won't be scared of it. Thank you and I appreciate the video
@paytonmacdonald
@paytonmacdonald 2 жыл бұрын
I picked up a used one of these last year for $3,800. Awesome bike. More speed than you legally need on the streets (I had it at 110 the other day on some open interstate . . . ), lightweight, comfortable (I'm 6'4" too), good gas mileage, nice dash display . . . Just an all-around sweet little machine.
@MotorcyclistMag
@MotorcyclistMag 6 жыл бұрын
Hey guys, if you're more curious about how the bike works on the street, be sure to check out this Q&A article that covers everything from comfort to fuel economy: cycleworld.co/g4VhZn
@mattbyrne7621
@mattbyrne7621 7 ай бұрын
Man, the fact that you can mention a squirrelly back end, absolutely fly around this track and speak as though you’re just walking through a park is absolutely mind blowing! I’m beyond impressed! I’ve been in the woods my whole life, but this is my first street bike. Just got it and can’t wait to ride it more. I’m having a hard time finding a negative review on this little green machine! Thanks for showing everyone how capable this bike can be.
@jimmansi1187
@jimmansi1187 6 жыл бұрын
Ari, I'm really liking this bike, it looks like it has good low end torque but can also be ridden at higher rpm's, also capable of doing an occasional track day without risking your life. Wind protection, comfy ergos, great for someone like me who is 55 & done with supersports & looking for something more tame. Nice ride & review!
@maxwitzler523
@maxwitzler523 3 жыл бұрын
I'm 56... My last bike was a 954... So far I like the little Ninja!
@eduardosilva7304
@eduardosilva7304 6 жыл бұрын
Love that bike! And the way you keep your speed at footpeg scratching level and talk quietly at the same time to us is amazing too. Great review, as always, thanks. Too bad the brakes are to the squishy side, but that can maybe be solved or minimized with aftermarket brake pads
@jackwednesday
@jackwednesday 6 жыл бұрын
I'm 37, have been riding for 20 years, presently have a 1200cc bike..........and I want one of these!! People are all obsessed with CC and BHP, the finest bikes are the wee flickable lightweight ones like this. I won't be buying one this year but 2019 I 100% will!
@Sequel7
@Sequel7 6 жыл бұрын
jackwednesday the 300 was a great city bike horrible on the high way. I guess it depends on how much u weigh I weigh 250
@marka2510
@marka2510 6 жыл бұрын
I'm an old 65 yr. old Harley guy and I just bought a new 2016 Ninja 300 in passion red. I paid 4,400 out the door. So far I'm loving the bike and can't wait for the break in is over so I can ring it's neck to 13,000rpm.
@fireoil
@fireoil 5 жыл бұрын
Thinking exactly the same. Owing a 1200 cc bmw, tested that... i will swap !
@rahgahnah
@rahgahnah 6 жыл бұрын
Dude, you're flying around there! 10,000 rpm throttle cracked .. ahh look at the pretty flowers. :P and you blew by spurgen .. which also makes me happy.
@shadowxps
@shadowxps 6 жыл бұрын
Points out new tire and low grip, proceeds to fucking demolish the track. What a beast.
@elainapitre4045
@elainapitre4045 4 жыл бұрын
I just bought this bike as a upgrade to my ninja 250. i love this bike. i can't wait to take it to the track. thanks for the great review.
@whalesong999
@whalesong999 6 жыл бұрын
I'm a strong proponent of this size/class machine as a reliable and fun "keeper". After serving in the industry as a mechanic and service manager for over 15 years with Kawasaki and Suzuki brands, this class of machine seemed always overshadowed by larger and more powerful ones to come along but the sustainable and easy keeping traits of these are strong reasons to consider them. I'm currently seeking a late '70s KZ400 or GS400 for myself after all these years.
@reginarasc7269
@reginarasc7269 6 жыл бұрын
I think Kawi totally hit the sweet spot with this one. Just enough torque to pull a taller gear but not crazy fast to get gouged by the insurance. The only contender at the moment would be CBR500r in terms of power. But at 428lbs that thing is a fucking whale compare to this.
@ExpatonTwoWheels
@ExpatonTwoWheels 6 жыл бұрын
That felt like part 2 but there is only the one video. Also, I can't wait to see how it does against the 390
@YT1344
@YT1344 6 жыл бұрын
Its good that Ari reviewed this green bike. What Zack would say: Engine is really good, breaks solid, handles superb, rides amazingly will I buy this? No I will buy R3!!
@exothermal.sprocket
@exothermal.sprocket 6 жыл бұрын
I think it was mostly timing. RC390 was getting sold and the only viable option at the time was to build an R3. Sometime this year Kawasaki drops this little bomb.
@1b78c
@1b78c 6 жыл бұрын
When I think about the back roads in my area I honestly think this is not only a great beginners bike. Like with cars a lot of people always talk about how they like to use the whole car and not only 10% of power and grip, and if you drive by the rules you never go beyond 60 mph on a back road anyway. So this sounds like a lot of fun for the reasonable drivers out there.
@wortheffort
@wortheffort 6 жыл бұрын
Please do more of your track test video's in this format. Really enjoyed.
@GTOAviator
@GTOAviator 2 жыл бұрын
This was kinda the cherry on top video that helped me decide on a new N400. Experienced rider, Monster 1200s - just want to learn how to ride better.
@richardli7726
@richardli7726 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you for giving us a feel of what this bike can do on a race track.
@DearMajesty
@DearMajesty 6 жыл бұрын
Ari, you always seem to so perfectly describe the exact feelings/thoughts I myself have on whatever bike you're riding. One of the few journalists who isn't full of shit and really knows what they're doing. Like you, I am really impressed with this new Ninja 400 given that they kept it at the same price point. It looks like the perfect little sportbike in so many ways. As far as the front brake, I know the feeling on the Ninja 300. If you bleed the crap out of it or add a SS line, it makes it a lot better. I think I actually prefer the Ninja's brakes, at least on the street, compared to the wooden ones of the R3. Pretty cool that they upped the rotor size and are now semi-floating. I'm sure a new master and SS line would fix this problem easily for aggressive riding and that really isn't all that expensive. I guess the only thing left to look out for is reliability in the future, especially with this major update. I also hope they've gotten with the times and don't suggest 7.5k valve service intervals lol.
@AkaAndyKnuckles
@AkaAndyKnuckles 6 жыл бұрын
Pure joy to see you ride around that track. This sine of bike seems like a good choice for someone who has not been to much at a track.
@waynemorris8793
@waynemorris8793 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for another great review, Ari. I've owned a new-gen Ninja250R, so I'm generally familiar with Kawasaki's product already, but you've been my favorite bike writer and reviewer since way before you lopped off the dreads, so your opinion of this bike really matters to me. I now ride a Honda CBR250R and love it, but the one bike that I've missed the most since I started riding in 1980 is my old 1982 Yamaha Seca 400. Not that it was anything special, but I really loved everything about that bike and I've regretted having to sell it for almost 35 years now. I can't help feeling that this new Ninja 400 could well be the spiritual reincarnation of that bike for me and end years of longing and heartache. In much the same way as Kawasaki's new Z900RS re-ignites long simmering passions in Z1 riders of the late 1970s, the Ninja 400 reminds me of those heady days when we had so many choices in the sub-600cc category before liter bikes completely took over the market. I'm really hoping to see more from you (and Zack - maybe a commute video?) about this bike in the future online and in the pages of Motorcyclist. Dare I hope that you will take one under your wing and produce another series comparable to your terrific conversion of a CBR250R to track use? You're the best there is when it comes to wrenching these smaller-displacement bikes and I learned so much about my CBR from your extensive videos and articles. Please make it so!
@gm2256
@gm2256 6 жыл бұрын
Damn this little thing rips! Good to get your perspective on it, Ari. Thanks a bunch!
@stevewilliams904
@stevewilliams904 4 жыл бұрын
This video helped tremendously in my decision to purchase this bike. Thanks!
@harishankar5405
@harishankar5405 6 жыл бұрын
I was waiting for a review on Ninja 400 to happen..liked it... Hope Kawasaki will launch it in the Indian markets too...
@charliehustle6508
@charliehustle6508 2 жыл бұрын
I caught myself smiling the whole video thanks .
@dman117zx6
@dman117zx6 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Ari for a quality review
@GoodBalak
@GoodBalak 6 жыл бұрын
This bike looks pretty cool and has all the performance too! Wow!
@ferway6295
@ferway6295 6 жыл бұрын
That's pretty cool how you all know each other and there's no serious competition among Moto journalist. Adam Waheed was mentioned in another video.
@AriH211
@AriH211 6 жыл бұрын
Oh there's competition (especially on track!) but we're all friends.
@TD402dd
@TD402dd 6 жыл бұрын
A note about factory tyres: Find what tyres will fit that Z-rated to ensure good grip and put them on when you buy the bike. Bad tyres always make for a scary experience.
@AriH211
@AriH211 6 жыл бұрын
Good thing the Ninja's stock tires aren't bad!
@DearMajesty
@DearMajesty 6 жыл бұрын
For once haha! They chose some nice tires :) The little things that count!
@DearMajesty
@DearMajesty 6 жыл бұрын
Z-rated tires = capable of 149mph lol. Has little to do with what makes a tire good or bad. Nobody's going over 120mph on a small cc bike even with extensive modifications anytime soon.
@alanschlieper
@alanschlieper 5 жыл бұрын
The 2018 and 2019 Ninja 400 comes stock with very decent Dunlop Sportmax tires.
@AmericanOutdoors1
@AmericanOutdoors1 2 жыл бұрын
I just started riding and got the z400. Amazing bike to learn on. I would recommend to anyone. It just fun!
@bigbang5831
@bigbang5831 Жыл бұрын
I'm definitely excited to get my first bike. The 400cc looks like a winner to me
@2m173
@2m173 6 жыл бұрын
This makes me want to do a full track build on one!
@AriH211
@AriH211 6 жыл бұрын
Ayup, me too!
@dickflinghammer7643
@dickflinghammer7643 6 жыл бұрын
You could even start with a new one at sub 5g.
@craZhobo375
@craZhobo375 6 жыл бұрын
"Spurgeon here with another-WTF! Damnit Zack!"
@hdjjfhdjif878
@hdjjfhdjif878 6 жыл бұрын
Nice funding man was looking for someone flogging it. That suspension is such an upgrade. The old ninja was like riding a pogo stick at that speed
@DearMajesty
@DearMajesty 5 жыл бұрын
Miss these videos, guys! Although especially as of recent, Waheed's been doing a lot better.
@SupRec
@SupRec 6 жыл бұрын
Great video buddy! Love the bike 'n the circuit. Keep the good job. Greetings from Brazil.
@mickeypopa
@mickeypopa 6 жыл бұрын
ARI IS BACK!!!
@spacep0d
@spacep0d 6 жыл бұрын
Haha, great vid. As a former 300-owner (who threw on gobs of mods), this bike appeals to me a lot. Nice to see that they've gone with LED lights, with both lamps illuminated on low-beam. A quickshifter on a small bike like this works wonders, and it was practically a must-have on the 300. A brake upgrade would definitely be in order, and the 300 brakes felt a bit wooden. The 300 exhaust crowded my heel too, but an exhaust swap saves both weight and clears out some room too (not to mention the loverly burble of a good aftermarket exhaust). Too bad Kawasaki didn't make this a small-bore triple, but I'm very glad this bike exists. This would be a killer second bike as a companion to my Daytona 675R. :) I'm still kind of on the hunt for the smallest but best-performing lightweight, small-bore bike I can get my hands on. Great riding as usual, Ari. Lovin' Sonoma with the pastoral beauty everywhere.
@omkarkhamkar9388
@omkarkhamkar9388 6 жыл бұрын
Waiting for this for so long! ✌🔥
@ferenckarap2750
@ferenckarap2750 6 жыл бұрын
0:07 i was scared that he dropped the bike
@chrisabbott1794
@chrisabbott1794 5 жыл бұрын
So I guess I’ll go for the 400 instead of the r3 . Thanks for the reviews
@GETUPANDGO
@GETUPANDGO 6 жыл бұрын
Love Kawasakis, especially in their good 'ol Kawi green
@danmurphy1994
@danmurphy1994 6 жыл бұрын
Man wouldn't it be cool to see these guys do a track attack build on a Ninja 400, slick tires, exhaust, some tuning goin on and just wring it out on a track day? Ari seems really fast i bet with the right tires on a 400 he could pass 600s and maybe liter bikes in the corners. hell or even with the new Suzuki GSX250 see how far one could take that
@AQS521
@AQS521 6 жыл бұрын
Great lines. I wish I had a track near me, I am dying to take my bike to a track
@TreyyDaMenaceFan
@TreyyDaMenaceFan 4 жыл бұрын
love this track too, from racing on it in Gran turismo 4
@Adam-ce2fe
@Adam-ce2fe 6 жыл бұрын
Why can't Japanese bike manufacturers make 250-400 Inline 4 cylinder sports bikes again!!!!
@mitchellsteindler
@mitchellsteindler 6 жыл бұрын
because this is lighter and cheaper. I'm on a '74 honda cb350F. Nothing like revving that thing out. But it sure feels slow.
@CollinMac96
@CollinMac96 6 жыл бұрын
Probably emissions
@packfadly
@packfadly 6 жыл бұрын
i'll buy it just for the sound
@atragerlspezi9500
@atragerlspezi9500 6 жыл бұрын
Nearly got myself a Kawasaki zxr 400 it's a great bike
@thejuggernaut3645
@thejuggernaut3645 6 жыл бұрын
Last is the 2017 Honda CB400 super four inline 4 with revised ecu
@oringjabegu457
@oringjabegu457 6 жыл бұрын
Great one again Ari!
@13371011337
@13371011337 6 жыл бұрын
Came from the 250 and moved on to the 300 and that was already a big improvement. I'm really curious if the step up is again as big!
@kiwiandyt123
@kiwiandyt123 6 жыл бұрын
Nice! Looks like a great all-rounder!
@gtrpimp76
@gtrpimp76 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Ari!! Killer review!!
@EddieZhangy
@EddieZhangy 6 жыл бұрын
was that spurgeon from revzilla?!
@AriH211
@AriH211 6 жыл бұрын
Sure was!
@AriH211
@AriH211 6 жыл бұрын
I've had the benefit of a LOT of seat time at the track. Sonoma is a tricky circuit, and Spurg had never been there before. I'm looking forward to his write up, since it's guaranteed to be more interesting than mine!
@EddieZhangy
@EddieZhangy 6 жыл бұрын
That’s awesome! Two of my favorite motorcycle KZbin presenters on one track haha. Been at Sonoma twice now, once with my street twin and once with the street triple. Also my favorite; love the technicality of the track
@SpurgeonDunbar
@SpurgeonDunbar 6 жыл бұрын
Ari is being modest, he could easily school me on a racetrack. But damn if we weren't all having the same amount of fun! I think that's the biggest takeaway for me. Whether you're tackling 4 or 5 track days a year like myself, or you're racing on Sundays like Ari, there is a lot of fun to be had and a lot of ways to improve your riding by heading to the track with your friends. Especially if your friends like to grab your ass while while heading into the carousal at Sonoma.
@gm2256
@gm2256 6 жыл бұрын
That last part. LOL!
@calcrappie8507
@calcrappie8507 6 жыл бұрын
Please Kawasaki, put a torquer version of this engine in the Versys 300X.
@danejurus69
@danejurus69 6 жыл бұрын
I ride this bike on twisty roads like I'm at the track. It's so fun!
@LadybugAdventures
@LadybugAdventures 6 жыл бұрын
Great bike. Ari. Miss the dreads.
@SpurgeonDunbar
@SpurgeonDunbar 6 жыл бұрын
Ladybug Adventures I think he should bring the dreads back!
@overboost7667
@overboost7667 6 жыл бұрын
Spurgeon Dunbar you think they slow him down ?
@ZiKo_666
@ZiKo_666 6 жыл бұрын
No more dreads please 🙏🏻
@LadybugAdventures
@LadybugAdventures 6 жыл бұрын
Now that I think about it... a pony tail with beard is more a current look.
@GETUPANDGO
@GETUPANDGO 6 жыл бұрын
No. Bad.
@anasnurhafidz
@anasnurhafidz 6 жыл бұрын
Really enjoy, thanks ari and zack
@CrisURace
@CrisURace 6 жыл бұрын
Beautiful video, i love your riding style. So smooth!
@AriH211
@AriH211 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks man! Gotta be smooth on stock tires. ;)
@CrisURace
@CrisURace 6 жыл бұрын
Oh yea, stacked up Durex is better i bet :)))
@CrisURace
@CrisURace 6 жыл бұрын
Oh yea, stacked up Durex is better i bet :)))
@jrytsrayjerry5269
@jrytsrayjerry5269 5 жыл бұрын
This is the most great video ever,.. Congratulations 🎊
@krysistheabyss
@krysistheabyss 6 жыл бұрын
Kind of want one for a track bike.
@AriH211
@AriH211 6 жыл бұрын
I'd recommend it. If you're a decent rider you'll embarrass guys on 600s and 1000s. This thing works really well. Upgrade the brakes and you're good to go.
@cliffsta87337
@cliffsta87337 6 жыл бұрын
Looks like a blast. Don't think I wanna downgrade from my Ninja 650 for one though. Also Ari is a beast on two wheels. Lol.
@filipporagusa9392
@filipporagusa9392 6 жыл бұрын
Enea ngSnirnrcsniAniasu
@DearMajesty
@DearMajesty 6 жыл бұрын
Hey Ari, didn't realize this, but Kawasaki is selling essentially the same bike overseas with a 250 motor. It makes nearly the amount of power the 300 does. For 250 racing, it sounds like it'd be a total class killer.
@AriH211
@AriH211 6 жыл бұрын
Yeah, it sounds like it would be! But Production 250 bikes have to be sold in US dealerships to be legal for racing, so the overseas bike wouldn't qualify.
@DearMajesty
@DearMajesty 6 жыл бұрын
Ari Henning ah!
@sullybiker6520
@sullybiker6520 6 жыл бұрын
Great, great review. I like a man that can drag a knee while admiring the flowers.
@AriH211
@AriH211 6 жыл бұрын
Ya gotta pause to appreciate the flowers!
@hawkrider88
@hawkrider88 6 жыл бұрын
Always like your review Ari. Would steel brake lines and better pads fix the brake issues...or is it just the nature of the design?
@wrkings
@wrkings 6 жыл бұрын
Great video ari 👍
@GGRSUN650
@GGRSUN650 6 жыл бұрын
I'm really torn between this and the R3 as my first bike. It's going to be a fun afternoon of test rides :)
@mathewmaheo4806
@mathewmaheo4806 6 жыл бұрын
With Passion N400 please? 😀
@paulthehutt5767
@paulthehutt5767 6 жыл бұрын
My GF just got an R3 as her first bike. I've been riding it a lot to places to practice until she gets licensed and I have to say its an incredible machine. I own a 2015 Ninja 650 and have over 10 yrs of experience and that R3 is a blast to ride and play around on but it definitely lacks the punch of a bigger bike, as you'd expect, and I do miss mine sometimes, especially when we're two up. For a first bike and for normal city/highway you can't go wrong IMO.
@mathewmaheo4806
@mathewmaheo4806 6 жыл бұрын
Paul the Hutt envy you guys. Over here where I am the bikes you mentioned are considered as serious toy's. I did say it coz I am a Ninja fan lol. I'm sure the Yammer is a cool bike. Cheers and ride safe
@christopherhuggins3212
@christopherhuggins3212 6 жыл бұрын
Get a cbr500 they are the Camry of bikes
@jdroofcleanpw
@jdroofcleanpw 6 жыл бұрын
Christopher Huggins Why would anyone want a "Camry of bikes"? Lol
@jsalemi9711
@jsalemi9711 6 жыл бұрын
Hi Ari, thinking about getting this bike for tracking. I also have a Triumph Street Triple RS and use my son's GSXR-750. Have apron. 13 track days under my belt 2 sec. faster on the GSXR. Between this bike and the KTM which bike is a better track bike and why? Thanks
@a.kraj1389
@a.kraj1389 6 жыл бұрын
Which performance parts would you recommend for track use only (except complete exhaust system)? I'm thinking Bridgestone RS for starters, different brake lines and fluid, different pads and perhaps upgrade to a 320 mm? Different air filter for extra power? Does it need a steering damper? I'm 186 cm and about 80 kg. All the best Ari!
@jamisongillen
@jamisongillen 6 жыл бұрын
Kawasaki always stepping up 🤘🙌🤙
@maxwitzler523
@maxwitzler523 3 жыл бұрын
Less then 100 miles on mine so far. only complaint is the white tach needle against white numbers. Very hard to read while trying to break the bike in and keep it mostly below 4000 for the first 150 miles...
@DearMajesty
@DearMajesty 6 жыл бұрын
This is really sounding like THE best new affordable motorcycle to buy in 2018 apart from when the new Yamaha Tenere 700 drops assuming they do a good job.
@TechAndMotorcycles
@TechAndMotorcycles 6 жыл бұрын
so im liking the bike after tons of reviews and research... but my problem is is it worth the extra? So now that its out the 300's are going to be cheap. So get a really good deal on a 300 or spend the extra cash on the 400, is it truely worth it? any opinions appriciated lol
@ahmed197467
@ahmed197467 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ari ,you're awesome
@daipavamdame80
@daipavamdame80 6 жыл бұрын
@two wheels. I need Ur help pls find which bike is better. CBR250RR. OR. TVS AKULA PLS MAKE A VIDEO. PLS ✌️
@stephendavies2955
@stephendavies2955 6 жыл бұрын
I have a question regarding power/acceleration of this bike; I had a 1983 GPz 550 which I found more than 'quick' enough for my style of riding.. how would this bike compare with a 1980's 550 in terms of acceleration and practical mid-range power for 'moderate' sport-riding . PS I really regret selling my GPz it was way-cool and very low milage for it's age.. momentary laps of reason..
@arag1ngh1ppo
@arag1ngh1ppo 6 жыл бұрын
Great vid as always.... in relation to your comment on the brakes could you fix the squishy feel by going to braided lines?
@AriH211
@AriH211 6 жыл бұрын
That would likely help, since the stock rubber lines aren't as rigid. ABS bikes often suffer from a bit of squish simply b/c there's so much more plumbing. I'd be curious to try a non-ABS bike to see if it's better.
@Twinspinner
@Twinspinner 6 жыл бұрын
Wow, Sonoma looks beautiful in green clothing!! I'm so used to watching it in summer when NASCAR goes there and everything is tan and brown and dead.
@liammartinez4687
@liammartinez4687 4 жыл бұрын
Tyre warmers help alot when jt comes to new tyres
@murdepierre
@murdepierre 6 жыл бұрын
Have the Canadian version since 2014... ain't she awesome!
@adityadev9692
@adityadev9692 6 жыл бұрын
What abt the day 1? On the street? Post the video on day one also
@wtchr_
@wtchr_ 6 жыл бұрын
Hi Ari, I am riding Z750 (2005) at the moment, this is my daily commuting bike and I also take it on track from time to time. Nothing more than that. I do not stunt or wheelie. It is good bike but on track it is disappointing, especially suspension which wiggles a lot in a turn. Saying that, would Ninja 400 be upgrade for track? Or maybe I should think about Ninja 650? I thought about KTM 390 but I want bike that is reliable.
@cney2125
@cney2125 6 жыл бұрын
Take that Revzilla!
@saketchaturvedi1073
@saketchaturvedi1073 6 жыл бұрын
I would love to see a video of the N400 vs RC390 That bike (the RC390) rules the track Would love to see how it goes
@trashcan9615
@trashcan9615 6 жыл бұрын
Saket Chaturvedi the ninja 400 has more power
@bladerunner983
@bladerunner983 6 жыл бұрын
I want to improve the front and rear brakes with a performance upgrade. Any suggestions?
@exothermal.sprocket
@exothermal.sprocket 6 жыл бұрын
How's the ABS on this model? Too intrusive or pretty transparent? Betting this bike will sound pretty rad with a proper full system.
@bassie19966
@bassie19966 6 жыл бұрын
The ninja 400 seems like a great new version of the 300, however i dont think it looks really great. The 300 had way better styling and i feel like the power was already enough for a starter bike, cause if you want more power you would get something like a 650 ninja instead.
@MrGumis2010
@MrGumis2010 3 жыл бұрын
you can say sad, but that bike its the world champion
@badabingbadaboom9251
@badabingbadaboom9251 6 жыл бұрын
It looks awesome
@millerjoe1755
@millerjoe1755 Жыл бұрын
Hey I am gonna be 32 ,and I just decided that I would love to learn to ride , I do the full license for A category what is unlimited cc , but I still think that this would be the best first bike option to develop skills and confidence , would you recommend higher cc like z650 or mt07 maybe street triple , or the ninja would be the best ? thank you . I love what you doing guys .
@JTRipper
@JTRipper 6 жыл бұрын
Compare it with R3. Please.
@rossi43
@rossi43 6 жыл бұрын
JT Ripper aur bhai new video kb laara h apne channel m
@JTRipper
@JTRipper 6 жыл бұрын
soon ! with NINJA 400 !
@deanbornman1696
@deanbornman1696 6 жыл бұрын
with RC390
@christians131
@christians131 6 жыл бұрын
It's great the Kawasaki is able to sell this at $5k but I wish instead that they would've just updated the ninja 300. made it a little lighter with maybe a sport exhaust/ecu flash for like 2-3hp more and definitely fixed braking.
@steady2wheels
@steady2wheels 6 жыл бұрын
sounds surprisingly good, aurally wise
@jboy2621
@jboy2621 6 жыл бұрын
How does it compare to the old FZR-400?
@karriewaarala3199
@karriewaarala3199 6 жыл бұрын
Seeing a lot of reviews addressing this bike for beginner riders. What about for a seasoned sportbike rider with decades of racing, track, and street riding experience, who is looking for something less strenuous to ride, but can still wick it up? Thanks!
@Real_MisterSir
@Real_MisterSir 6 жыл бұрын
I remember being so let down, when I first heard the Ninja 400 was coming out, I was hoping for an oldschool high reving tiny i4 engine. This bike is great with low weight and very great power for newer riders and commuters, but damn would I have wished it would be a 70-80hp 400cc i4 with a 17-20k redline :'(
@AimlessRanger
@AimlessRanger 6 жыл бұрын
Those probably won't ever be made again by bigger manufacturers. Emission standards and norms killed them :'(
@Death666wish
@Death666wish 6 жыл бұрын
Would you pay the price of a 600 supersport just to end up with a 400? Yeah, I don't think so. Manufacturers don't make any money on used bikes.
@Real_MisterSir
@Real_MisterSir 6 жыл бұрын
they could easily make them cheaper than a 600, the supersports all need to have fancy electronics and bits and pieces. A leaner 400cc would be cheaper - maybe more in the 650 price range. Yea fuel / emissions is what really kills them, but one can still hope.. a 400-500cc triple would also be cool. I'm just tired of no one trying to step outside of the comfort zone. All bikes are trying to be the same, even though there are so many models and brands.
@Death666wish
@Death666wish 6 жыл бұрын
Noise and emissions can be done to any bike, a 400 won't be louder than a 600, Honda still sell the CB400 in Japan, a quick search and I found that in 2011 the naked is over $8k and the half faired is over $8,700. That is for a bike that hasn't been changed since 1992, they did update it this year to comply with Japan's emissions, but I don't know how prices changed. According to Wikipedia, the bike weighs 200kg (reduced 2kg for this year). Peak power is 55hp at 11k RPM. So, the question is, would you pay these prices when you could pay the same for a 650 that would smoke this little thing? Add the cost of lighter materials, cost for stronger engine internals to have them rev higher and this thing will most definitely cost as much as a 600. Unless you can find an eccentric billionaire to buy out/start a motorcycle company and build them, I'd say these will remain in the pages of history.
@Real_MisterSir
@Real_MisterSir 6 жыл бұрын
The engine itself would be of smaller size, that means the internals would not have to be as strong to hold the higher pressure that 600 cc engines do, the 400cc engines would also allow for slimmer frames, and all in all you could cut down on materials, welds, parts, etc everywhere. Without the need for all kinds of fancy electronics, engine maps, and so on (except abs), that would also cut down on price. Then we come to suspension that would likewise be more akin to the relaxed nature of 650 bikes and more street tuned, than the 600 bikes' suspension - which again cuts price. It would not be much different from Honda's cbr650 f, except slimmer, weighing much less, and with a smaller frame you'd be able to afford aluminium instead of steel frame without the price going up. In the end it would likely sit in the average 650 price range (maybe a little above), but definitely not anywhere near 600cc prices.
@saltandoalvacio5736
@saltandoalvacio5736 6 жыл бұрын
Nice video!!! It is faster than stock RC390 (not your upgraded one :P) on the track? What is better and worse? Amazing driving skills :) Best regards from Vietnam!
@danishard1322
@danishard1322 6 жыл бұрын
Commenting for the answer aswell
@trashcan9615
@trashcan9615 6 жыл бұрын
Look at the dyno charts from the channel motorcycle.com . I know its only hp figures but its a start
@thejuggernaut3645
@thejuggernaut3645 6 жыл бұрын
Maybe the RC390 wins from 0-60mph but top end i still feel the Kawa has the edge
@stevenwitt2555
@stevenwitt2555 2 жыл бұрын
My man riding the shid out that bad boy.
@czierwo
@czierwo 6 жыл бұрын
Where is the first part! :) Hopped on 400 here at expo and did not quite like it. Maybe I should go for a test drive. Especially the seat, felt like sitting on a cardboard!
@turbo311
@turbo311 6 жыл бұрын
6:24 LMAO! Silly Spurge
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