So You Want a Ninja 650 (Z650)...

[@yammienoob]

If you want to try and prove me wrong, go rent a bike on Twisted Road, click www.twistedroad.com/ref/yammie for a free day of riding

[@tylerharrington4515]

I own a 2018 Versys 650 and I freaking love it. I'm faster than most everything else and I love the stock exhaust cuz I love it quiet and powerful... I mean, it feels powerful to me. I've ridden a ninja1000sx that was much more powerful, maybe that'll be my next bike but that Versys is freaking fun. I can't believe Yammie called it boring! Hey Yammie, can we get a video on the Versys please?!?!

[@fillerschreiberfamily5213]

Have you seen the apollos. I have a 125 from them and they are HORRIBLE. But who knows. You guys could do a remake. If you want to see how it is look up daddygfpv on KZbin

[@fillerschreiberfamily5213]

I recommend watching full day vid 2

[@trevorsnyderofficial]

650 or 636

[@TotalBorroto]

@@trevorsnyderofficial Very different bikes dude. If you've been riding for a while and want to get something super sport, then 636. 650 is basically a beginner bike, but can also be used a bit longer compared to a 300.

[@sammeister4903]

Reasons I bought my ninja 650: it looks cool, goes fast, and didnt kill my wallet

[@wyckedtechnician105]

Exactly

[@americanbullyrex8703]

Bought one today at my 1st bike! Amazing!

[@python7437]

The third clause is the main reason I want one lmao

[@Strdyaftrnoon]

@@americanbullyrex8703 best of luck my child 👍 may the lord rossi be with thee

[@robertplayz9160]

How insurance for the bike ???

[@thesovereign_]

Oh ok I thought you were about to trash my bike. It’s cool everyone we’re good here.

[@nhc.1693]

Took the words right out of my mouth 😂

[@mrsnezbit2219]

My girlfriend wanted to buy one but I saved her Hahaha

[@sMaShEdToMaToS]

I thought I was safe, but then outa nowhere 0:05 happened.... :(

[@tylerharrington4515]

@@sMaShEdToMaToS I know!!!! WTF?! I feraking looooove my 2018 Versys 650. I need to know why Yammie says it's the most boring bike! cuz that sob is freaking fun!

[@petergar85]

I know for a fact I would ride the F out a versus 650 before I think twice about a shit-cati!

[@zizi05105]

Don't care, I'd still buy the ninja 650 instead of the z650. I'd rather have a bike that makes me happy every time I look at it instead of buying a bike that is sensible and logical according to a youtuber.

[@muchwithamouthdogepool255]

It's like wanting ice cream on a sugar cone but Yammie insisted on not getting the cone and puts the ice cream directly into your hand lol. For me, the fairings complete the looks and experience.

[@Hotdog80085]

It's his opinion goofball

[@robby.g6600]

and it can be shit

[@curiousdilettante396]

Fairings are for people who want to feel like they're professional moto racers but don't realize that looks are as far as the street legal version and the actual professional race bike are similar

[@connorhiggins6528]

That's true. I just never have found naked bikes' look to grow on me and I am not breaking the bank for something I don't like to look at.

[@blazerman24]

I started off with a 16' ninja 650. Rode the hell out of that thing. It's got enough power where you won't get bored with it in 6 months, yet not so much that it'll bite your head off if you make a mistake. Great 1st bike for a mature beginner.

[@Ken8472]

What did you get after? I'm coming up to the 6 month mark with my beginner bike 2017 650 Ninja. Looking at an XSR900, but I prob wont get it till I've had this for 12 months

[@jsprite123]

Yammie is not a beginner. And he isn't exactly mature either...

[@blazerman24]

@@Ken8472 I got an 18' Zx10r 18 months after. I felt totally prepared for it after riding the 650.

[@_zigzak]

I have a ‘12 and couldn’t agree more, if it had more power I’d probably keep it forever

[@eclipse3gdohc141]

Exactly like he said great bike for a mature beginner. I started on a 2014 ninja 650 and it was a ton of fun then sold it a couple months later for a ZX6R

[@eduvanv]

I like how Yammie presents every single bike in the book as if it's the best and the worst at the same time. WHAT AM I SUPPOSED TO BUY YAMMIE??

[@VETTE_Drummer151]

Follow your gut buddy

[@Strdyaftrnoon]

Whatever floats your boat homie

[@aidenmcclendon5457]

Two words Turns busa

[@tedhalko4266]

Turbo busa

[@halvorson566]

A TURBO BUUUSSSAAAAAAHH

[@N0t4v41l4ble]

I like my motorcycles how I like my women, naked, with no plastic.

[@justinlyons5159]

I like my bikes and women the same too... White

[@MADTINGMUZIK]

hahahahahahah

[@jordanJohnn]

everyone loves naked bikes.. i just cant get into the look. there front end's all look like bug heads

[@hunterhealer8022]

There are still plastic in nakeds but okay

[@seffers4788]

Hunter Healer come on dude you know what he means...

[@JohnnyDiesel88]

Every since I was a kid in the 90s seeing guys on my block with their neon green ninjas I knew I wanted one. I just went and picked up a 2021 ninja 650 with abs. I absolutely love it. It's smooth, fast, responsive, and looks like a proper sportbike. No regrets.

[@chalkdemon8019]

I know this is 3 months old but rock on, I just go a 2020 Ninja 400, I sat on the z400, a Ninja 650c and a z650, to be honest, I like the ninja better. I probably won’t get a Z until I move up to a 900 or bigger. To be honest, I want a hyper naked bike when I’m ready. I’m thinking Speed Triple, ZH2, or Aprillia Tuono V4 Factory 1100.

[@lekooky2877]

@@chalkdemon8019 you're gonna shit your pants if you upgrade to those from a 400 haha.

[@gtoramirez]

Ninja has always been my dream bike too. 90s kid here.

[@MoeOthman]

I bought the 2020 z650. No regrets.

[@k1ngol3gend]

Me too. And I break the rules.

[@Sjsiisnwbe]

I bought a 2020 zx6r but i am thinking about buying this after i buy the h2 (will keep the zx6r. Im in love with the looks of the white/black one

[@treesparza7738]

how much was it retail?

[@brothermanv]

Nice. How is it on the highway? I sat on the latest Ninja 650 and the z650 and preferred the Z.

[@JollyBane101]

2018 z650 here freaking awesome first street bike and totally manageable as long as you stay under 5th gear.

[@kman31799]

I actually Picked up my Ninja 650 yesterday! Never been so excited to ride it.

[@ImsavageIvan]

I bought my ninja 650 a little over a month ago and I’m loving it. I taught myself how to ride and I have no regret buying it!

[@nidhinv8406]

Don't take this personal: What do you do for living?

[@RoseteMonik]

Savage 😳

[@MybeautifulandamazingPrincess]

Based self taught biker

[@kimmeakins4416]

I am almost 70 years old. I have a 2017 ninja 650 KRT and I love it. It has everything I want, style, handling and power, mine is exactly the same as the green bike on the video I’m an experienced rider, thank you Kawasaki for a great bike.

[@keith_hudson]

I think the ninja 650 is one of few bikes a brand new rider and the most advanced of riders could ride and both enjoy themselves. As I am not an advanced rider this means I don't actually know what I'm talking about. But sounds legit.

[@MadeInJack]

I like your honestly, made me laugh

[@RoseteMonik]

Haha

[@ianwarren]

Very honest! I started this year getting my full licence (UK) and looking at lots of 650 class bikes. I liked the look of the ninja and the TFT dash but opted after I test rode several bike including the CBR650R for the Honda. I’m unusual as an older new biker, mid fifties, in that my sons ex British Superbikes so having ridden a 125 cc for a year with him on a Ducati V4S I really did want something capable of faster acceleration. I am damn glad I did! I have since done over 5,000 on the CBR650R this year including 2,700 to the Austrian Alps and back including lots of days on Autobahns at over 100MPH all day! If I had bought the Ninja I would have outgrown it by now but the Honda still excites me with how I can throw it into corners and how fast the 94 Horses get me to 60 and beyond! I am listing after another bike now, but not because I’ve outgrown the Honda, it’s still has lots to teach me and is more than capable of the track day I’m planning, my sone Ducati dealer just seduced me by letting me ride four Ducati’s including the V2 Panigale (what a machine!)

[@keith_hudson]

@@ianwarren Yeah that's some serious miles. I think if I was getting a v4 and I didn't want to die, I'd get a z900.

[@ih8momjokes1]

no, thats the sv650

[@kleinbottled79]

5 Advantages of fairings: 1. Less draining and more comfortable at freeway speeds. 2. Weather protection when you get caught in rain, or colder temps than you planned for. 3. Easier to clean bugs off plastic than out of every nook and cranny of a naked. I clean weekly. Fairings need to come off rarely. 4. When you drop your naked bike, sure, you don't scratch the plastic (YAY!) you scratch the crankcase etc. (Wait that's worse WTF!) 5. Your mirrors always show what's behind the bike. Not waving all over the place as you move the bars. Number 2 is probably the main reason I favor fairings. I like to do long multi-day rides and you can't always pick your weather. I've been tucked in tight, thanking the moto gods I had a fairing more times than I care to recall.

[@cdyfoltz1]

Im with you, Full tuck may be physically uncomfortable, but OH BOY ILL TAKE SQUID MISSILE AERO WHEN SOUTHWEST WIND HITS ON THE FREEWAY. If you know, you know. Going straight, /

[@Baleur]

The reasons i decided for the 650 (3 months before im getting my license and 6 months before i can afford it); It's predictable and great throughout the whole rev range without sudden bursts, great brakes, great moddability, can learn on it slowly and then flash the ECU when im more experienced to keep the bike without having to upgrade. Also it looks freaking amazing, then again even the Ninja 250's look amazing, but at least this one has the grunt to deserve to look like a sports bike.

[@brianbalwinski63lopez]

here to remind you that you posted this a year ago. did you end up getting your 650? (I hope so lols) is it what you expected? how is it going?

[@Swearsie]

You ever get ur bike bro?

[@TeraByte2733]

You ever end up getting that bike? Keen to hear your thoughts on it!

[@austinpierce6053]

I guess they died on that bike....😂

[@williamnewkirk6316]

Bought my Ninja 650 in May. Then did a 2500 mile tour in July. All day comfort for a 57 year old man. Yes, even us geezers can appreciate a sporty bike. My only gripe is what a PITA adjusting the preload is. I'm happy with it, coming back to bikes after 17 years.

[@marcos1669]

Wow, that was a quite decent trip, I did a tour also on July with mike (1500miles or so), it was 4 days where I spend pretty much all day on the bike and I found it to be comfortable, but not as much as i wished, towards the end of the day either my shoulder or butt hurt a little (I have a gel seat, not the stock one). I did a similar trip last gear with my ex-g310R and I don´t recall having that sensation. Still quite a comfy bike.

[@JoeMulaparthi]

As someone who's owned it, if you have to ride on the highway regularly, get the fully faired bike every time. The 650 is an overall better choice than the Z650, especially when considering the seating position/ergonomics on both bikes are practically identical.

[@Hi.my.name.is.___]

The best part is my name is Jeffrey and here I am in the middle of my workday from home chilling in my bedroom watching Papa Yam lol

[@3kgt964]

Dude same. I felt called out.

[@stanza77]

That's been me for a year as well LOL

[@richardmoss4536]

I agree with everything you said, but 2 things imo. 1. I like the look of a full fairing bike. They z type looks like a demented grasshopper to me. 2. I like spending time working and tinkering on my bike, and more plastic means more time in the garage!

[@ragzzytv]

"That one Ninja you want to buy because you wan't to be fast but you are too good boy to break the rules" I'm in this sentence and I don't like it

[@chrisis6]

Passed my licence in 2017 and was struggling to decide between the MT07 and the SV650. The Kawasaki launched the Z problem solved. been riding it ever since and I love it.

[@vorticalacorn7ok906]

Hows the z now? Im taking my msf next week and gonna buy the z that week how is if?

[@chrisis6]

@@vorticalacorn7ok906 still got her, still love her. The only problem I've had was a chain jumping off the sprockets because I neglected maintenance.

[@Etinaver]

Had my ninja 650 13 months and got 9k miles on it. Can honestly say its alot of fun and fun fact, its much quicker than the CBR650, the torque in the Ninja 650 carries it past most other 650's with ease. Been keeping up with 1290 super dukes and s100rr's on weekend blasts out and about. Honestly such an amazing bike, literally no reason to pick the MT07 or CBR650 over this. The only bike i would say in this area that beats it at one thing is the new R7, if you like track days then the R7 is the prime choice over the Ninja 650. However, id just buy a ZX6R 😂

[@L4ND.SH4RK]

I picked up a 2015 650 last June, as a first bike. Was amazing and had waaay more power than i expected, from hearing cruiser boys talk. Got bored with it this July and almost sold it... Changing sprockets is highly recommended, kept me interested by going down 3 teeth on front and up by 3 on back.

[@aaronberry8137]

Dear papa yam, this is a safe place. All your baby yams love you. Please show us on this doll where Kawasaki hurt you.

[@BlackArroToons]

Not every bike has to be the fastest bike to be fun. A great 650 parallel twin sportbike and a lot of fun. I don't care about ultra speed on street roads, this bike can do 127 mph, which is fast enough and 0 to 60 in 3.5 seconds. It's like a smaller Sportscar and gets the job done for all kinds of reasonable street riding. The 2020 through 2024 design looks great too.

[@Dr._Nope]

I got a 2016 Ninja 650 back in December! It's my first bike! I really love it!

[@blazerman24]

Had the same bike as my first. Great bike.

[@Dr._Nope]

@@blazerman24 Rides great! Haven't ridden in almost a month though sadly, it's been raining every day for weeks now! It's terrible! And if it's not raining, I'm at work. 😖

[@ritze8216]

So for a 650cc bike this is a actually good beginner bike? Planning to get one instead of the 400, is it heavy tho?

[@aarontrahan1866]

Bought a 2022 Ninja 650 1 months ago as my first bike! I love it, almost hit 1000 miles already 😂

[@PinotNoir_]

Facts: Papa yam never give a fact anymore...

[@gtada]

Hey Yammie, just FYI: keep in mind that a naked bike doesn't necessarily cost less to manufacture than the corresponding faired bike. Many times the naked bike has a dressed up engine with more sound deadening, a higher finish quality exhaust header, intricate radiator covers, more complicated assembly (fairings can hide a lot of mess), etc. Those costs add up really fast, and often the naked version costs the same or more to build than the faired bike. Some customers expect the difference in price between a naked and faired bike to be equal to the cost of the fairings, and that's probably not realistic.

[@MotoDave-ue6dd]

Personally, even if they were the same price, I'd still go with a naked bike. The labor/time cost of repairing them would be a lot less.

[@Nano_Noodles]

My MC19 can go from full fairings to naked in 6 bolts. Stupid new bikes. It even puts out nearly 50HP from factory. Dunno why 70HP is the put out in a 650 is but a waste of space.

[@JeTmanChannel]

Reviews without driving one? Nooo, Yammie is not hating Kawies 😁

[@Asnswag]

When this comes out just after you but a ninja 650

[@JeTmanChannel]

Oh don't warry, ha hates Kawis for years :D

[@ABCABC-sq5db]

6:31 Nick from the Discord is the reason you got that recent company-wide email that specifies that the break room tables are not to be used for ping pong tournaments.

[@niklamrdaf8591]

i mean, yeah that sounds like me

[@caseyjones6316]

Classic nik

[@StonelessFire]

Love the video I’m still getting the 650

[@FerrariSuperFan]

Just picked up a 2019 Z650 about 2 weeks ago and absolutely love it.

[@tylercole3057]

Same I got the sky blue one I love my new bike!

[@claytonicnutz]

Got the 19 z650 too - ❤️

[@FerrariSuperFan]

@@tylercole3057 thats the same color I got! Love how its different than most bikes color wise

[@paulwhite7978]

I did a 3000 mile trip on my (second) ER6F. It's not a true sport bike but it's definitely fast enough, and the fairing/riding position and fuel economy are suitable for long trips. It is a bit tame, but it's a very practical and economical motorcycle that will take you far, through traffic, at high speed, in comfort, and for cheap. It's light and maneuverable in city traffic, easy to bump up kerbs or turn around manually, but heavy enough to ride a constant 90+ and feel comfortably stable. You can push it and have some fun, blaze passed 99% of other vehicles, it just won't compete with a proper track bike or performance car.

[@Roadstar1602]

I had a 2017 Z650 ABS and I loved it. The only knocks I had on it were the ugly dash (fixed in the newer models) and the fact that it was a little buzzy at highway speeds. Other than that, it was an incredibly fun bike and I'm sorry I traded it in.

[@ut90J]

A couple things that weren't mentioned are the lower cost of maintenance due to less cylinders than the cb650r. Higher MPG. Lower insurance cost than the competition. Don't forget motorcycle license restrictions that your state may or may not have. In my state you can only ride up to a 649 CC bike without a retest and relicensing fee and who has the time or money for that crap m-f 8-5, not me.

[@SamuraiSilhouette]

I've been riding my Ninja 650 exclusively for years. If I die on my motorcycle, tell my wife, "Hello".

[@robertplayz9160]

I’ve never had a bike I wanna start getting into bikes and get a ninja 650. What’s a good price range to buy a used one for ??

[@JustLovett0]

Love my Ninja 650. I got a 2009 and it's my second bike. Super happy with it every day!!!

[@RaeSaqui]

When is Yammie gonna make a vid about the Vulcan S

[@Damiv]

I want to see a head to head comparison with the harley.

[@Justen1980]

i've seen more Vulcan S'es in parkinglots than any other model. Harley baggers are prevalent on the interstates but in front of randomd shopping locations I see a lot of vulcan S'es presumably owned by the staff workin at autozone etc

[@itsryanirl1449]

When it becomes worth reviewing... Keep waiting, bud

[@Postingam2]

@@itsryanirl1449 it’s the best cruiser for sale right now 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@jwuzheer1559]

Yeah! I demand a Vulcan S review. You hear that yams? We demand a Vulcan review!

[@hrsp12]

I got the 2020 650 in july as my first bike ever. Love every bit of it!

[@mrconks]

Passed my DAS license in the uk just after lockdown. My first bike is the ninja 650 and I absolutely love it. It’s got more than enough power for a first bike and also gets plenty of looks off people (yes im vain)

[@avukovic84]

I know that vain feel bro. I got Vulcan S and also get those looks ;)

[@samwayne9000]

Nice, congrats on passing the test btw !

[@JerBear1992]

Like Nick from the Discord, I bought a Z650. Also like Nick, I too was yearning for validation of a good choice because NOBODY has these things! I'm in Facebook groups with hundreds of members and I've found one. Which doesn't make any sense to me because, like the Pappy of the Flappy Boob says, they make the most sense for a lot of good reasons. Also, great video Nappy Pube, keep up the good work.

[@Player-56]

1:20 LoL you caught me, I'm sitting in my underoos and watching youtube 😂

[@SuperLovelyDulce]

Lmfao same,I i felt personally attacked. I was dying 😂

[@WorldzMo5t3pic]

Ngl the decals alone make it temptin. The green and black just look so good. Mui bueno.

[@Fancy_Kitty]

I love my z650 it’s been super dependable very zippy and not too much to handle as a beginner!

[@jamesr633]

This ninja 650 looks like my next bike for sure

[@seanfletter9098]

I bought a z400 as my starter bike and I love it. Although I'm getting to the point where I want more power sometimes. I live in a small coastal town in California so there are no freeways and a there are a lot of twisty roads. When I do upgrade I was thinking about the z650 as I do love the z400 but just want some more power. Thanks for the review. Helps me feel confident in my wanting the z650.

[@abhaykrishnan8097]

Bro seriously iam riding a 97cc bike

[@abhaykrishnan8097]

Maximum 100 kmph

[@planetwally]

you'll have a blast on the z650 - i started on a cbr600f4i, then a cbr600rr, then a harley sportster, and now a z650 -- the bike has both good comfort and enough punch to be fun. Racing on the highway wont be any fun on it, but on local roads, it has tons of low end torque that will be even more fun than a 600cc bike.

[@DPXD511]

Get your arse a z900 and thank me later

[@abhaykrishnan8097]

@@DPXD511 how can i

[@hakualex]

Two brothers racing on the z650 sounds the best in my opinion.

[@tresdedos1450]

It is a solid, medium class bike, not over big over fast, great for weekend bikers. It is a great bike (I have h2r but I ride for over 50yrs).

[@CvGirth32]

Just bought a 21 ninja 650 Keep doing your thing yammie!

[@lOxidaxgod]

As an owner of a 2020 Kawasaki Ninja 650, I will say that it is very fun to ride, and is very comfortable. However, if you don't do your research (like I didn't honestly) then you'll be surprised by a lack of high end power. Going into it, I was expecting to clock atleast 140, and the bike barely throttled past 120. Why's that? It was geared to be a comfortable daily rider, not to be a high end sportbike like usual. It rides more like a naked than it does a sport, but it's comfortable and it is still very nice to own. Don't be afraid to buy one, you'll be able to ride around comfortably, and with the newer ones you have bluetooth!

[@raycist108]

Halkias My 2020 Ninja 400 will go 110 no problem. But definitely it loses power after 9.5k (redline at 11)

[@lOxidaxgod]

Ray Cist oh yeah, I’ve had mine up to 130 where it’s governed it’s just disappointing not to speed above that

[@hawkrider88]

You want the 636 for 140MPH, not the 650.

[@jared123123]

Cbr650r ^_^ 144 mph

[@syntheticXstasy]

CORRECTION: TFT Dash was added in the 2020 mid-cycle refresh. Also the 650 is super vibratey, which is my biggest complaint about it.

[@JudgeMentall]

I think you’re wrong

[@syntheticXstasy]

@@JudgeMentall I have a 2018 it has the old dash.

[@kalimarus]

I’ll agree on Versys looks being a downer, the tall sport bikes are all pretty goofy looking. BUT, you can ride them all day, they typically get the bigger fuel tank (on the Versys 650 that means at least 250 miles range) and they retain all the good handling characteristics. Basically they do it all better except for looks. The Kawasaki parallel twin isn’t the most exciting motor (I’ve had a Tiger 1050 and MG Stelvio) but it’s cockroach reliable and very quiet with the stock exhaust which are quality’s you appreciate as you get a bit older (touring with loud exhaust sucks). I just wish they would build a Versys style bike out of the 600 supersport engine/brakes like the S1000XR but 600 cc. 1000 is just overkill on the street and basically screams “I’m a poser” since nobody’s going 165mph around town. I rode my Versys 27 days strait last year @450 miles per day and it’ll keep up with anything on tight twisty roads while never stopping for gas. It’s a hard combo to beat.

[@komerka35]

Exactly! A Versys or S1000XR style bike with a 600 four in line. Would be amazing. But 1000cc is just too much.

[@kalimarus]

Vierkant We might get something with the Honda CB4X concept that looks like it’s going to production. Inline 4 650cc with hopefully decent brakes and suspension. I just really hope they don’t handicap it with a 4 gallon gas tank to save weight on the spec sheet. Please keep it 5.5-6 to preserve good touring range. BMW just did that with the 900cc XR, cripplehammer’d it with a 4 gallon tank.

[@michaelgaudet2759]

I love my Versys and i love its looks

[@russellrhodes7314]

I love my Versys as well. It’s a lot of fun for me. Let’s face it, Yamms is never going to like the Versys because it’s too tall for him!!😂

[@komerka35]

I love my versys as well, just think the two in line is a bit boring

[@trippshow3541]

I absolutely enjoyed this video! Right on Yam!👊

[@GoatyHerps]

More about comfort than being afraid of speed... 🤷‍♂️

[@damariusthornton1083]

Thank you for posting about the ninja 650. I been waiting for this video for a while now lol 😆

[@loganb6361]

You gotta seriously stop giving history lessons!

[@MrGixxer51450]

If you like sky diving, get a naked bike, if you want some wind protection get a full fairing bike so you actually get a windscreen to keep the wind from hitting your chest/neck!

[@mikelee702]

Yammie read my mind...he knew I was thinking about getting a Ninja 650 for my first bike.

[@NickReadsTheBible]

😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂😂😂🤣😂🤣😂😂😂🤣🤣😂🤣😂😂🤣😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣😂😂🤣😂😂🤣😂😂 priceless little jab at the end. Solid bro just solid.

[@t3nchi]

As a Versys 650 owner, I feel so attacked lol

[@neptuneandtrident]

Why do they not like the Versys?

[@JakeNaughtFromStateFarm]

@@neptuneandtrident I don’t think it’s that they don’t like it, just that it’s “boring.” Like he said about the 650, it just doesn’t have the power of a super sport and isn’t super flashy. Guess it would be like comparing a stock Mustang to a track Ferrari.

[@d3stroyah]

​@@neptuneandtridentye i have the new versys too and I'm pretty bored. I had a ninja 400 and it was crazy. I'm getting the 650

[@mikehuisman5833]

broo 0:41 hits home way to much XD good video man

[@felipe-nt-d]

I like that 650 because it looks very nice, it is easy to ride, it's not scary, albeit it certainly is not slow either, and is just a good bike to cruise or commute. The clutch feels super nice, even though that seems to be the norm with Kawis. Not everyone wants or needs a bike so sporty and fast that it can tear their faces right off, as for that we have the ZX6R.

[@MotoBinks]

Exactly, you get all these die hard sport bike riders who only ride 600s and they give shame to all the other bike, the 650 is literally perfect, more then enough power to get around cars and get you in trouble lol

[@ADingoTookMyDasco]

I bought mine in '06 when they were called the ER-6F & not the Ninja 650. Back then your choice of a 650 twin was the SV650, which was a 7 year old design, The Hyosung GT650, a Korean made brand with an unproven track record, or the Kawasaki's & it was a no brainer. I went with the fairing for the extra protection, being a year round all weather rider, and that sweet red anodized frame, forks & rear shock that I thought looked amazing against the black fairing. Plus the ER-6N looked ugly with the bug face headlight & instrument pod. 96,000km & 16 years later I'm happy with my decision. City commuting is a breeze & I can keep up with anyone tearing up the twisties on a weekend ride. And, apart from a blown stator, the only maintenance I've needed was regular oil & filter changes & a single spark plug change.

[@thefilmguy]

OK Yam since you said the z650 competes well with the sv650 why don't you make a video comparing the two?

[@djmarioliva143]

As long as you are happy in what you have...ride whatever you want to ride as long as you are happy that is the most important thing no one in this world can ever takeaway that from you period...

[@hennosotter]

i knew the day would come when my bike would be roasted 😢

[@amingaz]

i got my first Z650 white livery last year and what struck me most was why i cannot see anyone in the mirrors after the traffic light goes green ?!

[@mattdyer489]

I loved the comparison between the z650 and the mt07. Those were the 2 bikes I went back and forth on when buying my first bike. The biggest reason I chose the mt07 over the z650 was because the mt07 has more nut room that the z650. When I was riding my buddies gf's z650. There wasn't enough seat room to keep my balls off the tank.

[@zombiemachinery4868]

Nut room matters.

[@ByronWWW]

Fully faired bikes make sense in the UK for commuting year round, keeps some of the cold wind and rain off of you and keeps a bit more grit and dirt off the engine bits.

[@cmdreftilon9786]

the Z650 and the Ninja 650 are both solid Bikes for any on road situation, i went for the Ninja 650 2020. Guess why ? "more plastic" :-)

[@hitituprohb]

Bought a 2020 Ninja 650 KRT. Put 2000 miles on it in three weeks before i had to go back to work. Love it.

[@B00yaB00]

1:22 my name is Jeffrey and I was watching this instead of doing my work. This was a little too creepy. How did you know Yammie?

[@shwiftyboi_2512]

My first (and current ) bike is a ninja 650 and everyone called me basic but I love my bike even after riding a hand full of other bikes 👉🏻👈🏻

[@yusophmangandog9475]

Soooo I got me a Z650 and I thought I would feel roasted after this vid but actually I feel like I made the right choice

[@SwampCityRadio1974]

I just bought a second hand 2021 Ninja 650 today. I'll be doing at least as many highway miles as city miles so I chose the faired Kawasaki over the naked. I didn't actually go out looking for a Ninja 650 it's just where I kept ending up after multiple laps of the showroom floor. How damn comfortable is that thing to sit on? Slipper clutch, ABS and adjustable levers is good enough tech for this generation Xer.

[@alexgarcia3900]

The 650 is a super old engine with amazing reliability. I had a z650 and a z1000 and I actually had more fun in the 650. But obviously my favorite was the 1000. My only complaint about the 650 is the exhaust sound. And I mean there's just something about riding a 1000. I miss them but I had to sell my bikes :-(

[@Basstrooper710]

I ride a 2017 ninja 650 and I love it. I am glad to learn about its origin. Thanks yammie!

[@coolmanstan3518]

First bike ? How old are you ?

[@Basstrooper710]

@@coolmanstan3518 yes my first. I'm 25

[@morgan123476]

Bought a 2017 z650 a few weeks ago, and I've loved every second with it. And about the dreadful exhaust note? Slap the yoshi alpha on it and call it a day, sounds amazing.

[@CapedNate]

I wanna put an exhaust on my 2017 z650, but I don't want to also have to tune it. I slapped an exhaust on my Grom and now it runs rich and backfires. I don't wanna slap an exhaust on my z650 and ruin it, but adding a tune doubles the cost. Does it run okay if you just slap some pipes on?

[@ICEMANINVADER]

I had a 17 650 then got a 19 z1000. On my 650 I had a two brothers full and the power commander fuel commander. No backfire. I pulled them off and put them on my girls 18 650.

[@pempie3]

@@CapedNate I just sold my Z650 after 2 years. I had a Leovince LV One Evo under it. It sounded amazing but it ran a bit lean in some areas, but I actually loved the backfire it made. Overall it didn't noticeably affect it's riding behavior, so if you don't mind the backfires you can just enjoy the sound and always decide to tune it later on if you really want to.

[@blakeleupp3725]

Same here I bought a 2017 Z650 2 months ago as my first bike and love it

[@morgan123476]

@@CapedNate as far as the company's say, Yoshimura and Akropivic's exhausts don't require retunes. Like I said I have the yoshi and it runs perfectly fine and sounds great. As far as I know the other exhausts may require a retune

[@LIVEFRMNYC]

2012 Ninja 650 was my first bike. Plastic bags would get stuck to the exhaust easily. The fairings were a bitch to take off. Gears were clunky. But I loved that that bike. Couldn't ask for a better beginner experience.

[@MaelstromGuy]

I tried sitting on both bikes, the z650 has a more upright seating position and the seat felt a bit har, to me the ninja 650 was more comfortable for my legs and my but, the ninja is also more expensive but since i want a comfortable bike for long windy comutes im leaning towards the ninja.

[@justHaitham]

Thanks papa Yam. Just asked for this yesterday 😊

[@cullenzimprich930]

the way you said “nick from discord” made me spit up my cheese and crackers

[@philipjkb15]

Be aware people above 1,80 M (6foot), the z650 is kinda small. I (1,90m/6"4) own the '06 er-6n with a Superbike handlebar and it's really nice to ride, even longer distances.

[@tarnishedsquid2967]

I low key wish I would have got a 650 instead of a ninja 400, as my first bike. Oh well love my little motorbike.

[@raycist108]

corey tkocs I love my Ninja 400, how often do you need the extra ~20HP . it does have better hardware but it’s like $2300 more. I have no regrets but my previous bikes were at least 12 years old.

[@raycist108]

Calamity I have no need or want to go 160 km/hr

[@photographerjonathan]

I bought the 1984 Ninja 900 when it first came out, like the one in this video, I was one of the first people riding around the streets on one. everywhere I went, if I parked the bike I would get a crowd around me. it was the coolest bike around for while. All Naked bikes should have an upper fairing. just because people like seeing the engine doesn't mean we want the wind plowing into us as soon as we get up to highway speeds. I don't get the reasoning behind bikes like the MT09 which I took for a test ride recently, it has so much power and speed, but as soon as you get up to highway speeds you are hit hard by the wind. it makes no sense at all. I also didn't like how unplanted the front wheel felt, my old Ninja 900 felt way more planted and stable, I think I would really like an Mt07, but after riding the Mt09, I want a bike with wind protection. so I am considering the Ninja 650, even though I would be ok with just an upper fairing. I will take the whole fairing just to be comfortable when riding at speeds.

[@DoctorStrange01]

Naked bikes are made for city commuting and eventually some trips with low speeds, not highway, for obvious reason. People that buy nakeds to go 200km/h on a highway bought the wrong bikes. Wait for the RS 660, it surely won't be slow, but is pretty comfortable and has fairings. Just a bit more expensive, if it plays any role.

[@izzybee9501]

I ride a z650 and the most nimble easiest motorcycle to ride. And most fun on the mountains

[@tomalba7]

What year have you had any complaints about the throttle I keep hearing something about on-off throttle

[@izzybee9501]

@@tomalba7 it’s a 2019. I haven’t had really no issues with it. The only complain I have is the stock tires are no good.

[@ABCABC-sq5db]

0:23 joie de vive = joy of living

[@tpespos]

Farrings allow me to hide my LEDs and fully squid out at night as I crack some mega dank nooners.

[@MrDauru]

Was just looking for Z650 videos and here you pop up with a ninja 650 video!

[@JareBareXP]

I feel like ur hacking my search history i was just looking up the z650 for my second bike lol

[@Champion2Manager]

I bought the 650 2019, modified it like there was no tomorrow and I’m planning to keep this scooter 🛵 for the next 4 years

[@cazgerald9471]

Versys 650 is the most boring bike of all time. Honda NC700: hold my beer

[@joshm7801]

Tea. Boring bikes don’t drink beer...

[@cazgerald9471]

@@joshm7801 one of those rare times when "hold my beer" was masking no intention of actually drinking it XD

[@Jharfouch]

DCT ABS: hold my wheatgrass extract

[@wyckedtechnician105]

@@joshm7801 they drink mikes hard lemonades lmao

[@nitinsai9607]

Motorcycles that sound good with a custom exhaust- V-twins,inline 3 , inline-4, and anything with more cylinders

[@lordnorix8152]

Yammer you Should ride a hyosung just to prove how good or bad they are.

[@elyasChit]

I’ve been waiting for this thank you papa yamm

[@matthewmendens9750]

Is there a twisted road alternative in Australia?

[@Authentically-Andrew]

Great vid! You are hilarious, man!

[@jangrewe]

Stop just mentioning the SMC R and finally do the full video! I _really_ want to know what Spite has to say about it... and if he can wheelie it. PS: Get the KTM PowerParts air box cover (SKU 76506102000, ~$35) for it! Not only does it improve the sound, it also gives you a lot more punch in the low revs. A. Lot. And also less stuttering at lower revs.