Why I'm Switching back to the STOCK Ninja 400 Exhaust

[@Userjs21]

I'd recommend still wearing earplugs for longer rides due to wind. I would also recommend puig wind screen for the ninja 400 and the leovince lv one evo as it has a baffle and a deeper but less aggressive sound

[@Zepplin76]

I second the puig windshield. I bought one to upgrade my stock (meter cover) that came on my z400 (naked ninja). I didn't use loctite on the screws. One was missing one day when I looked. I contacted puig and they sent me a free replacement screw, washer and screw cover. Outside of user error it's been great. Better wind angle (off chest) and bugs clean easier than the stock or rest of my bike.

[@Kwackajack]

Thanks for the suggestions!

[@monty-9269]

That's number one exhaust on my list for my 2nd gen mt09 those leo Vince just sound great especially the one evo on a triple cylinder engine 👌👍💯

[@JordanMac79]

I'd recommend the sport touring wind screen by zero gravity. Those puigs don't block shit

[@Userjs21]

@@JordanMac79 well they are designed for different purposes. The puig isn't as tall because it's made for racing and tucking. If I did a lot more touring then yes, I'd have to agree with you

[@steveochoa7801]

Appreciate the honesty and the updates about all the changes to the 400. I myself was looking for a loud exhaust for city riding here in San Francisco, but like yourself my main goal for riding is to be out for longer periods of time out in the beach/woods/twisties, so hearing your opinion on the matter was fantastic and I'm just going to keep the stock exhaust.

[@Lawlzz09]

You should wear earplugs regardless if its its stock or aftermarket bc of wind noise :)

[@representwest]

Wind noise is very bad can make you deaf after couple of years riding . !!

[@filibustergaming3848]

@@representwest wow interesting

[@ramrod6147]

Right. I can't ride with out them

[@Interesting5tuff]

Ditto. Hearing loss is usually painless, progressive, and not usually immediate. Tinnitus is hard to shake.

[@Jake_RF]

That's weird I have buddies that have been on straight piped Harleys for decades and still have their hearing?

[@l.a.raustadt518]

Makes perfect sense. I am in a bigger city and need to be quiet with my early hours at my part time gig.At 67 had my share of MX ,off road louder bikes. Now a street rider lay low!

[@trsskater]

The aftermarket exhaust you were using is among the loudest ones. If you or anyone that finds this there are a few other exhausts that are comparable to the stock exhaust while being the same if not just slightly louder. Some of these exhaust from what I have seen is Hindle Megaphone (starts loudish but get quieter when the engine is warm), Lextek XP8C, and Akrapovic Carbon.

[@lakesnyder]

🙏 thank you the oem exhaust is so fugly

[@northernerlivingthedream7373]

I installed a Akrapovic slip-On (with baffle) on my 400 and I’ve yet to encounter any complaints from my neighbors. And when I forget to put my ear plugs in, the wind noise is much more of an annoyance then my exhaust is so it was a win win for me. Just a suggestion... 😉

[@stukre4405]

Will miss the sound of your exhaust but can’t wait for those road trip vlogs!!! I been stuck inside here in Sydney for weeks and would love to see them 🤣

[@balpha2837]

same mate rip to sydney 😥😥

[@elwood62]

There are few things worse on a long ride than overbearing exhaust noise.

[@__81jay__]

Yay! When you come to Sydney, do let me know too. I'll join you for the rides here. 😁

[@hooliganracing1629]

I don't think anyone wants to come to Sydney after our premier Gladbag has fucked everything up

[@miguelembuido6170]

Changed my exhaust back to stock on my ninja 400 but only to pass RWC

[@davidjanus]

I have the Ventura Evo rack and 40ltr bag on my 400, can't recommend it enough, rack and bag are great products.

[@Kwackajack]

Cheers for the suggestion mate, I'll have a look

[@nelsonvaz4165]

Hope to see you in Sydney

[@RobertNixAlternativeArtist]

I personally think the bike looks and sounds better stock and also there's very little horsepower gain from the slipon.

[@superduperkid3143]

There is 0 hp gain from a slip on and people don't use slipons for performance.

[@woody7155]

Should do a video on the seat and the wind screen if you get them. I think a passenger seat bag and a tank bag would be good instead of a backpack

[@Kwackajack]

Definitely will

[@AimbotBrandon]

I just switched back on mine too. Also from LV-10. I actually kinda prefer the looks as well, strangely

[@breandanhenderson3783]

Love the sound of the upcoming videos

[@Kwackajack]

Can't wait for the longer trips 🙌🏻

[@warren010h]

I purchased a cheap aftermarket exhaust but never switched and don't plan to at this point. I like a low profile in my neighborhood is the main reason.

[@mrfraggle24]

My Ninja came with a Yoshimura, its awesome but is really loud, kinda wish I had the stock just for a change up option

[@jasonmendonca6061]

I have the Yoshi as well and it's excellent. I had a cheap slip in before and it was terrible.

[@alanfarias6285]

You can order the db killer from yoshimura and install it so it won't be to loud 🤙👍

[@mrfraggle24]

@@alanfarias6285 thanks for the tip, didn't know DB killers were a thing

[@alanfarias6285]

@@mrfraggle24 Yes yoshi offers 2 different types for the Alpha T exhaust. mine came with it when I purchased it as an option to install. The model numbers for both of them are (INS-27-K) which is the one that came with mine and (INS-20-K) which is the other one that is available. The one that came with my yoshi is flared on the end that goes into the exhaust the other model does not have the flair. Some people complained that the one with the flare makes a rattling sound so yoshi made one without it. Hope this helps.

[@vdhazer]

The stock one is much better.

[@mateboross8381]

I have to same problem. I really want an exhaust to get rid of the lawn mower sound but I don’t want a loud exhaust.

[@Jodyrides]

I have a Z 400. When I bought it it had Yoshimura pipe on it. It had a hesitation that I adjusted to without realizing it until I put bought a stock muffler On eBay and I put it on. I think it sounds better, it doesn’t sound like I’m 16 years old anymore, and the engine does have engine breaking now, and the power at just off idle up through mid range is better

[@iamoperator]

The Akra with the baffle is just right. Only loud taking off, but in long rides it's not as loud as the Leo. My only problem with stock is the weight.

[@africano39]

I switched back to stock exhaust a week after installing the Leo Vince ...was too loud and annoying...I removed the silver cover on the stock exhaust and looked better ever since..and the sound got better over time... Unfortunately...traded in for my for 2021 GSX 1000R (100 yr anniversary ) "Sweet Bike!!!!!" last month....the bike is Fire!!!

[@Kwackajack]

Yea I bet it would be! BIG difference from the 400 huh 😉

[@isaac6302]

Great video man!

[@ItsNKB]

Waiting for the road trip vlogs 😍

[@Alic_R1]

Should you decide to get a supersport bike as your next, can defo recommend the 08-16 r6. Came from a ninja 300 and enjoyed the upgrade a lot!

[@Kwackajack]

Thanks for the suggestion mate! Even though you may be a bit biased on that one huh 😉 But it makes sense for you to be because it looks like a great bike

[@Alic_R1]

@@Kwackajack Biased for sure lol!

[@ur2slob724]

I recommend an s1000RR and skip the r6

[@gtavtheavengergunnerlegend3340]

r6 I'd very uncomfortable. it's a track bike

[@MrLobstermash]

You'll need earplugs anyway for the wind noise

[@XeonRc]

Do you have a particular next bike in mind for when your full licenced ? 🤔

[@Kwackajack]

I have a couple in mind, just too many good ones!

[@XeonRc]

@@Kwackajack I'm also waiting for my full licence in December. I picked up a 2006 cbr1000rr, one it was in my price range , two it had good reviews and three it looks good. If I keep it remains to be seen . Depends on how I like it finally on the road. Still keeping my 2015 Kawasaki 650l. It's a keeper.

[@powamoto]

Awesome vid bro. I’m subbed and all tuned in 🚀🚀✊✊

[@Bikes-and-Bytes]

As a suggestion for "panniers" I used Kriega US30 and US10s on my Daytona. It worked fantastically on my ride to Melbourne (MotoGP 2019). No rubbing etc. Its great not to have anything on your back on long riding. Tank bags are ok too, but tailpacks/panniers are better. My N1K has a topbox which is even better. If you do make any plans for rides south of Sydney, I've ridden most of the sealed stuff between here and Melbourne. and I like that your 400 doesn't sound like someone's lawnmower anymore ;P

[@phnx4life]

Why would you change it in the first place?..

[@TheGtelevision]

Would love have to seen the step by step process of replacing the stock. I am about to replace mine on my Kawasaki Z400 :)

[@Flip_Goat]

It’s also apparently illegal on lams…

[@Kwackajack]

I don't believe it changes the power all that much and I never had any issues with police

[@Flip_Goat]

@@Kwackajack it’s a stupid law, but basically if your riding even a 250 with a slip on it becomes an r bike. you have to have a full open licence as lams bikes can’t be modified. You’d have to run into a pretty shitty cop as most don’t care.

[@Flip_Goat]

@@Kwackajack is other news is you’ve had your re license for more than 2 years you can ride a r bike under supervision 😃 so if you wanna go for a ride, let me know 🏍 🏍

[@martinbrown4214]

I have a leo vince lv one evo on my 400 kawasaki, it it sounds fine not too loud , I'm sure the lv 10 is for track use only in the UK.

[@bevscreations1018]

Did you worry about getting a tune ... When you installed the Leo Vince?

[@hdemi1590]

Cool idea, Im curious to know what it's like going up and down the East coast on a sports bike

[@Motoboo_Marine]

I mainly went to my Arrow slip on because I always end up hitting the stock muffler with my heel lol. It's a bit louder than the stock at idle, but when at speed it's not too bad. I mostly ride with headphones though so I can have music going.

[@crabnamedphil1693]

If restrictions open up during summer and you decide to head down Wollongong ways, swing us a message and I’ll show you some insane roads like Mac Pass up to Robo and through to Kangaroo Valley

[@shepherdosouls8654]

Everybody said leovince was the way to go but for some reason i went with a yoshimura r77...im glad i did now! My bike sounds pretty aggresive, looks awesome but also it has the baffles in it so its not so loud it annoys me!! I can be heard coming down the road but not screaming loud!! So look into that exhaust! May give you the best of both worlds

[@braddurrant7807]

Where did you buy the Leo Vince exhaust in Australia? Doesn’t seem like there many stockists

[@paranoidman2002]

Hey mate, have you tried installing a quiet baffle?

[@joffinbob]

When/if you get to come to NSW you can come by my town of Singleton and I’ll take you up the Putty Road to Sydney. Great road for us bikers

[@troynorgrove6672]

Ive got a stock on my '21 650 ninja and want to get a new exhaust for it and want to get a louder deeper grumble. I think in some cases louder is better mainly because the louder your bike is the more people will notice you and will be less likely to merge into you or something. If your ever in darwin man there's a few good places to send it

[@mattbyrne7621]

Is there a decently priced happy medium available? I just picked up a ninja 400 with only about 500 miles on it and I absolutely love it! The previous owner did install a slip on exhaust and It’s annoying loud when cruising the backroads. However, I don’t want to go back to stock because I think it’s too quiet, heavy and ugly.

[@sirbartman1]

Interested to see your luggage options. A voice of reason on your aftermarket exhaust.

[@mpcsm88]

I agree the stock exhaust is much quieter on long trips. So, what's your next bike?

[@Xwii610]

You should be wearing ear plugs regardless. The wind noise is the biggest factor to hearing loss. I have a z400, and when I'm going 70+, all I hear is wind, don't even hear exhaust over the wind noise.

[@FuturisticViper]

get a yoshimura exhaust if you want something a tad bit louder then that stock exhaust.

[@jaydendarby5013]

Keep us updated on the road trips after lockdown to Sydney. Would love to do a meetup!

[@korazon3spinado]

Does your heel hit the stock exhaust? Some people were complaining about that.

[@buddy1065]

Zero Gravity Double Bubble in better than the touring model IMO. I switched back to stock exhaust also. Nice video.

[@sathishrao7926]

I knew I’d eventually switch to stock, so I didn’t waste money on an aftermarket for my Vulcan S 😉

[@Kwackajack]

Fair enough!

[@johnnewton1540]

Hey buddy, inclined to agree as I have a Delkevic which is alittle too loud for my old ears, even with earplugs. Often tempted to replace with the original. I did find the Zero Gravity double bubble screen a big help to reduce buffering. Keep up the content and we all look forward to when restrictions ease here in Victoria too. God knows when that will happen....

[@lorenzogarcia9890]

you need a resonator and/or db killer to silence that badass.

[@ozzyprogdomino8815]

In Europe they also sold the z400 and ninja 400 as a performance addition. This meant the bikes were supplied fitted with an akrapovic exhaust, you still get the standard exhaust in a box. I bought the z400 version as it looked better and I knew I would want to change the standard exhaust. The akrapovic fitted is road legal so not very noisy. I don’t know if you buy this exhaust separately. Here is someone demonstrating it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fWK7aJ6nZtFkhK8

[@abhishekbhakat]

Even I switched back to stock on my ninja 400 a few months ago 🤣

[@daleykopae688]

The only issue I have with the stock exhaust is if you have big feet your heel keeps hitting the heat shield and gets annoying, also it looks hideous.

[@movingnaturefilms]

I can't stand my heel hitting the stock exhaust. It changes your riding position. The black Arrow Pro-Race slip-on with the baffle in is perfect.

[@markballena9178]

I love it stock exhaust sound original sound of the bike....

[@MrCODEmaster00]

Real reason: So you can go grab drone footage from the place where the angry man lives near :P

[@Kwackajack]

Shiiiit hahaha, you got me 😂

[@haronmazarishagiwal818]

Whats the name of the exhaust :)

[@rider6.0]

❤ stock exhaust

[@smoke05s]

I got mine with the LV10 Full and I am thinking of going back to stock too. I think you probably will pick up some midrange with the stock exhaust too. I test rode a stock 2022 and it did have more midrange than my loud 2021. Also I like early canyon rides in Los Angeles before the activist bicyclists can make it up in the canyons. They often hog the road (often 4 abreast!) and ignore if anyone is coming. I can get around just fine, but what they do is completely piss off the car drivers who then do extremely stupid stuff to get around them which usually results in them being on my side of the road in a blind corner. . . rant over . . if I do that I need to go early AM and that LV10 will wake the dead. And since I'm usually the only one out at that time a cop could hear me from a mile away. Both not good. I will miss the red seas parting when I lane split but I don't commute on this bike (no traffic on Sunday morning). I have an FZ6 with an SC Project exhaust and it is louder than the LV10, perfect commuter. I also do long distance and you are right that LV10 wont cut it for that. I am sure someone makes a longer muffler (more quiet) that could use the LV10 mid pipe and I may end up there since I would need to buy the stock muffler. Whatever solution that is less expensive and still works/looks good (would love an Akrapovic but not for $400.00.)

[@carlsitler9071]

I just sold my Ninja 400 as my girlfriend wouldn't ride it and missed our Fat Boy rides to Clearwater Beach. I bought a 2014 Triumph America cruser and had a bit of money left over. Twice as comfortable and half as engaging.

[@Tolga.alkan77]

Thanks mate

[@Night_Fury479]

Do people change the exhaust for more power or just louder noise?

[@gtavtheavengergunnerlegend3340]

both..but stock muffler is better unless you do a full system exhaust with mapping

[@rediane2252]

3rd view. 🔥💯💯❤️❤️❤️

[@CornDawgOG]

Would you recommend the new 2022 400? I'm weighing up my choices between this or an r3 or a second hand 650 on fb marketplace

[@CornDawgOG]

Hi this is your future self you got the ninja 400 it's a great bike and you have a lot of fun.

[@GoldenRoseRecords]

Honestly the stock exhaust is nice when it comes to noise comfort but I wish Kawasaki gave it a little better appearance. Come on Kawasaki

[@laertecruyff]

Nice mate, I just bought that muffler! Lol 😆 Would be so cool to meet each other and take some nice pics 📸🥷

[@ushapal6904]

Hey bro new giveaway coming soon

[@genxkevin]

I would too. Those bike are absolutely annoying with the wrong pipe on them....

[@pine207]

Great ocean road whenever you're ready ❤

[@miketran4289]

My Neighbor put in a new exhaust on his Kawi Z400 and man, the whole neighborhood now wants his bike dead. I'm not joking. Why the hell would you need a new exhaust to begin with other than to piss everyone off. No one in cars can hear it anyways since they are so isolated now!

[@OnlyTheReal_RPM]

Hey bro can I pls get that slip on from you I need some kind of muffler on bike I’ll pay for it to get mailed pls😅😅😅it would help becuase mine got destroyed in a fall

[@TheTahirshow]

Get a freaking muffler for it.

[@sykrss9534]

Good reason, louder exhausts keep you safe tho, nobody is gonna hear a scooter on the interstate or heavy traffic

[@gtavtheavengergunnerlegend3340]

doesn't matter when everyone is texting while driving

[@Cotivity]

I've rode with an aftermarket exhaust. Let's be honest, it's a douchey...After riding like that for years, I too have decided I'm past the point where exhaust notes are going to define me, as a rider. stock from here on out.

[@shar1355]

I installed the DB killer on my lv-10. Much better 👍🏼.

[@RicardoDizonLefthanded]

Your neighbor will like that exhaust more

[@OneZoNinja]

Definitely look for something with a baffle and you will get the best of both worlds 🌎

[@N0kJAA]

Good for you 👍🏾. I'm also thinking about a "quieter" after market exhaust system on my next bike. And NO I'm not being politically correct 😜. Maybe I'm just getting on in years... Nice explanation of your choice btw🖖🏾☘️

[@cokeslam]

I recommend you getting a full system exhaust of Akrapovic.

[@YooperDanKulka]

Why can't you just add a inner baffle. Custom made? You can cut one out of a lawnmower or old muffler. Better yet side drill a S.S. tube!

[@jomarmendoza333]

Im new subscriber bro im fom philippines and using yoshimura for my ninja400 a much better than short pipe.

[@wampaswomps3975]

I see where you’re coming from about long distance riding and not wanting to hear drone all the time. Just be safe because a bike that is HEARD is much more likely to be SEEN by nearby vehicles on the road. And we all know there’s lots of idiots out there not paying attention.

[@user-qd6pu9co7q]

Good riddance to the fart can hahaha . I love mine stock. As I've said before, you can hear the nuanced engine and gear noises and the exhaust pulses are pretty horrid on a parallel twin haha.

[@marlonrodriguez9193]

Original stock big slip ons doesn't restrict air or performance, just depress noise. You are just buying aftermarket slip on noise and trashing your hard earned money

[@daymonpancheri8846]

I guess if you don’t mind your sport bike sounding like a moped 😂

[@gerardocanabate4759]

LV 10 all the way - enjoy your quiet trips grandma ... jk i appreciate the opinion

[@Crimson_Strider]

lock down sneak mode. you guys should get your guns back.

[@beng952]

If you're a hack rider then OEM is the way to go! Yosh or M4 full system for the WIN!

[@marlonrodriguez9193]

Bro, let's be honest, this motorcycle sounds ugly with those aftermarket slip ons. If you want to make it sound good . Just remove the catalysts and keep the original slip on. It sounds original but a little louder, deep and better.

[@jamesbroome151]

Lmfaaaaao omg, getting headaches?!?!

[@gingieona4006]

Can I have your Leo Vince??

[@alanfarias6285]

Get a Corbin seat not the comfort seat from Kawasaki. Trust me you and your "ass" will thank me later. I have a Corbin seat I can ride for 2+ hours and still be totally comfortable also it looks amazing and you can completely customize to your liking. My yoshimura alpha T exhaust is awesome aswell and it comes with a db killer if you don't want it loud that's optional to install.

[@gtavtheavengergunnerlegend3340]

who cares about loud mufflers..people are always texting so even if they can hear you,they still won't see u

[@reggiefields6738]

That's Australia for you.....here in the Great USA, that's no such thing!!!

[@miketran4289]

It's a sports bike, you are going to have a bad time no matter what addons you get. Go get a cruiser or street bike not sports.

[@runnningonempty]

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