Yamaha YZF-R3 vs. Kawasaki Ninja 400 | Small Sportbike Comparison

[@aaronbehindbars]

After watching the slo-mo footage of the jiggly turn signals on the R3, I am convinced they function as part of the bike's suspension system

[@scottieray]

They add downforce....

[@rwelsh78]

at 7:10 you can also see the Ninja 400 rear signals flapping away. gotta flap to fly!

[@vtecninja6363]

😂😂

[@danejurus69]

You want them to have some wiggle. Even the 400 has that wobble at speed.

[@ktkace]

Mass dampers I say,mass dampers

[@leroyjones769]

Not gonna lie, these two reviewers worked well together. Nice job guys...keep it up👍

[@leroyjones769]

Atlantic Pacific ... yeah exactly

[@worksmarter6418]

@Atlantic Pacific hahahaha

[@zackpalmer2824]

I agree

[@0Oo..oO0]

It's a tough call. Cannot go wrong with either one, as said, but the looks of the R3 vs the power of the 400 would be the deciding factor. I hope Yamaha comes out with an R4. That would make things a bit more interesting. 400cc is really the sweet spot for bikes like this. Quite capable in every real world riding scenario plus the economical value is hard to deny.

[@SHx589]

I’m sure you could punch it out with a big bore kit, air filter, and exhaust.

[@michaelbibby6209]

Spot on Sean! An R4 release should be the game changer for Yamaha. What are they waiting for?

[@rubberduckyy5098]

Michael Bibby I know right? I would go for the ninja but I’m not a fan of that ergonomics. At that point might as well buy a naked/standard. The r3’s gas tank ticks me off though. I wish it were a bit higher and not plastic. There’s also not a lot of room to put a smart phone on compared to the ninja imo. God an R4 would be so nice 👍

[@drewmorg.]

@@rubberduckyy5098 They just need to do a CP2 version of the R3

[@taz3606]

I mean if you want an R4 you'd rather just get an mt07 at that point.

[@frostyshark6317]

Amazing comparison and review without bias! After test riding both, I chose the R3 as my first bike. Sure there was more power in the Ninja, but EVERYTHING else just felt better on the R3. My confidence while on the R3 felt higher than on the Ninja too. Something about the ergonomics and control I had in both low/high speed situations. I'm sure others may feel the Ninja is better for them, which is why I'll encourage anyone who is thinking about buying either to go out and ride them. Don't just make your decision off reviews alone.

[@sou2k2]

Yeah this is the best possible decision. But also, go with the one you feel you like better. Specially if you are a newbie rider. Your first bike is not about inverted forks, is about learning and loving it.

[@districtx8718]

@@sou2k2 jst dont race ninja bec its gonna smoke r3

[@michaelcallisto]

In the end, what matters most is how you personally feel while riding the bike. If one feels better than another, then just go for it.

[@WakiliTimam]

You made the wrong decision but I hope that you are able to live with it. This is a very shallow review

[@coxnballs]

@@WakiliTimam "Right" and "Wrong" is subjective in this context. What you personally view as the "wrong" decision isn't necessarily the wrong decision for someone else. Use your brain before writing comments.

[@baIius]

I like the clash of opinions, it gives it a sense of genuineness. With that said, fingers crossed I buy the R3 tomorrow.

[@mdsmith1019]

Good luck with either choice. I honestly dont think you can go wrong!

[@baIius]

@@mdsmith1019 OTD price was an extra $750.

[@dezient3816]

Man go with what you want. I'm getting my Kawasaki zx6r monster edition tomorrow. I'm excited for it and you should be excited for which ever bike you're getting. Can't go wrong with any of them.

[@SRTUV1]

You shoulda waited for the new moto GP livery that's comongo out in late August his year, but nice choice anyway.

[@twoodz2777]

I’ve had my R3 for like 3 months and I’m already thinking about getting a R6 or R1 lol but my R3 is a lot of fun and yess the gear change is very short especially from 1-2 and 3rd after that you have a bit of leeway before you have to to shift to forth or even drop back down to 2nd.

[@tristar3005]

Wish we could get out of the mindset that you have to grow out of little bikes. I rode middleweight bikes for 7 years and then I went down to an R3 and its honestly a blast to ride. Really made me a better rider, not being able to rely on power and instead learning how to carry way more corner speed. Most of the guys I meet who started out on small bore bikes for a season or two are nowhere near ready to move up to a larger bike but they're talking about getting bikes making 100+ HP. People think because a bike doesn't scare your pants off when you twist the throttle that its time to move up, when in reality most of them can barely handle any remotely technical riding on their 300.

[@benjytexas]

Please stop with the logical reasoning. Motorcyclists 'need more powah'...period..the end. Thursday is bike night and those guys all ride thou's and I don't want to be left behind on the tollway which is 9 miles long and straight!

[@benjytexas]

@Nightingale LMAO...Put down the crack pipe! I started riding when I was 10 yrs old--RM80 two stroke. Owned many different bikes and raced motocross, roadraced off/on about 8 yrs on 6 different tracks, 300's-(R3,Ninja300), SV650, R6, Ducatis 749's. I never even owned/nor raced a liter bike! Sprint races and endurance raced with a few teammates 4-8hrs/race. facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10155966660439887&set=t.1004802435&type=3&theater facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10212160409547408&set=t.1004802435&type=3&theater facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=883507191685502&set=t.1004802435&type=3&theater facebook.com/441397409277582/photos/t.1004802435/547369448680377/?type=3&theater

[@benjytexas]

@Nightingale , where's your story? You've never raced anything, except maybe your BF to the frig for a soda! At least you like the R3!

[@davidaustin8424]

After doing much thinking and research, I finally went with the R3. Reasons: 1. Actually sitting on both, I realized instantly that I did NOT like the extra fairing on the ninja. It felt fat, clunky, and too much for me personally. Despite it looking really good, I wasn’t a fan of the POV when I actually sat on it. 2. The R3 seems to be preferred by people who actually have a lot of experience riding motorcycles. I’m willing to give up just a little bit of power for an overall better engine/seating/experience 3. The looks of the R3 grew on me tremendously. The Ninja looks great don’t get me wrong, and it was the bike I was originally gonna get, but after months of looking at them, I realized just how good the R3 looks. 4. I’m only 185lbs. I’ve never ridden a motorcycle. I don’t think I’m going to stress too much about 70 CC’s. 5. The R3 dash looks better imo 6. I found a helluva deal (1200 miles on a 2019 Yamaha Blue) for $3,900. Verdict: I would have been very happy with either, but ultimately, I’m very glad I went with the R3 😊 let me know you guys opinions!

[@faultless18]

That’s a heck of a deal! Where did you find that deal and did yours come with abs?

[@codiechapin9456]

Just bought my first bike. It took me a long time to decide on which bike I wanted. I ended up getting the R3. The Ninja 400 has the power, but honestly I don’t need that extra power right now because I’ve never ridden a motorcycle before, and I personally like the Yamaha blue color. My next bike will be in the 600cc range, for now I’m happy with the R3. Signed up for some motorcycle classes, can’t wait to ride. It’s always looked like such a good time.

[@nemeemfaizi1427]

That's awesome man. Ride safe

[@Maggieismydog]

Great review guys! Picking up our Ninja 400 this week. My girlfriend just passed her license and the Ninja fit her the best. After looking at so many options, the ninja really came out a clear winner for us. Best all round learner bike that she can grow as a rider with.

[@Moto-romomo]

I haven’t gotten to ride the ninja 400 so I’ll compare the R3 and the 400 just on looks. The ninja 400 doesn’t look bad in the front with the head lights. The flush mount turn signals and rear look better on the ninja 400 than the R3. The R3 has a better looking front end tho and it isn’t too hard to replace the turn signals and rear fender with something aftermarket that looks cleaner. The R3 has plenty of torque that starts pulling at about 6,500 RPM so it’s not a boring bike for beginners at all. It’s easy and comfortable to ride while maintaining a sportyish seating position (I have short arms so I was never completely up right). It’s really easy and comfortable to ride both in city and highway traffic as well. What’s nice about the R3 is that once you properly learn how to ride you’ll have the motivation to move on to a bigger bike like the ninja ZX6R or the Yamaha R6 while with the ninja 400 you might not want to as soon which could be seen either way as a plus or a minus. I have the Ninja 300 and between the ninja 300, ninja 400, and Yamaha r3 I would go either the cheapest route since it’s a low displacement/beginner bike or if the buyer has no concern for funds then buy an r3 for a season or two and move up after. Hope this helps someone with their decision between the ninja and r3.

[@ReTr093]

What kind of stupid comparison is that.

[@MalcolmCir]

Thanks for your sensible insight. I'm thinking you can't go wrong with any of these bikes mentioned as someone starting out. Far cry from the old carbureted EX250 Ninja or the Honda Rebel everyone was beginning with not too long ago. Good times right now...

[@pauld.b7129]

@@MalcolmCir Still the cheapest option though. I always say its probably better to buy a used Rebel or Kawi 250 to start on. You only pay like 800-1500$ and if you drop it or worse, it will hardly even go down in value lol. I used to have a Ninja 250 for the track. A 90s model. With an exhaust, jetting and pod filters and track gearing it was a really fun bike to ride. 0-60 in 4 seconds is a ton of fun.. Layed down multiple times at decent speeds and the toughness of the Ninja 250 was always amazing to me. Even when it took a hard tumble, nothing major ever broke. Rebel are a blast too. If its just a stepping stone, no real need for the latest and greatest. Save the money for the middleweight you move to haha

[@pedrosantos2319]

I can't wait for my bike to get delivered. I nearly had a heart attack when I arrived to the dealer and they had one of each in the exact color options of this video review. I truly had a extremely difficult time choosing but the Ninja got the nod as my 1st bike. The ninja has better brakes, better clutch, more comfortable for everyday riding and more power.

[@robertsalyers1351]

You made the right decision

[@tlalexander3]

I ended up going with a 2019 R3 and I absolutely love it. Of course it is used since it is 2022 but I got a great price on it from the dealer. It is ridiculous how these bikes are around 7000 after all the tax, title, and freight fees. I was going to get a new ninja 400 but the price was the main factor buying new. Most the of ninja 400s I found were from private sellers and I just don't like the extra hassle versus going to a dealer like I did. After seeing the R3 at the dealer I ended up buying it the next day. It is the same white color as in the video and mine looks literally brand new. Plus I didn't have any problem getting the front wheel to come up in first so that's enough power for me at least for a while. The main reason I bought it was to use on the Blue ridge parkway and tail of the dragon since I live so close to them.

[@bhodiemanit6489]

After watching a lot videos with n400 and r3 comparison including this, got the n400 last month and having a blast with the bike...No regrets

[@jzaden10]

I have a 2019 zx-6r and like the way it looks it has a more aggressive look than the earlier models I will have to go with the 400 it being the little brother to mine👍

[@jamiegrant6204]

J. Rodriguez it’s not the little brother to the ZX it’s the younger sibling of the 650. ZX series are super sports the other ninjas are tourers completely different bikes.

[@sambeezy007]

@@jamiegrant6204 yeah. Brothers are 400, 650, and 1000SX. Cousins? ZX6R, ZX10R , ZX14

[@EVsSuck777]

Thanks! Been waiting for a video of the 2019 R3 vs the ninja 400

[@LBreezy214]

I want a Ninja 400 so badly !!!!

[@cbr1thou]

It doesn't want you

[@jessegirard3111]

I want 1 too man

[@ibnuah5382]

Got one, very nice riding experience

[@manikchitkara7644]

I want it from 2018 april and finally i am going to buy it in few days dream come true want it so so badly very exited

[@buildmorefarms1007]

Did u get a Ninja yet?

[@TOMOFONO]

I like how Michael called out Adam. Good job. Having said that the styling on both are ok but a bigger engine in the same class makes choosing one obvious and more so when the price is the same.

[@mindspinn311]

TOMOFONO yes agree!

[@DJ_Dhawz]

Yammie!!! I got the R3 because Ninja400 is absurdly priced in my country. It's very very close to the price of a 650cc bike. Way higher than the R3. Ninja 400 is $8300 R3 is $5750 Ninja 300 is $5400

[@DJ_Dhawz]

@Fizzbuzz India Ninja 400 is $8300 R3 is $5750 Ninja 300 is $5400

[@vali69]

Lol in my country the ninja 400 is 6000 euros while the r3 is 6020 euros... basically the same lol

[@ThDVIL]

Ninja 400 is 18k in Singapore :(

[@vali69]

@@ThDVIL rip

[@Halcyon1969]

Whaaaat? You should move! :)

[@robertsalyers1351]

Kawasaki all Day I got the Kawasaki z400 because my 19 year old son liked the Ninja If he ever comes back home from College I'll Teach him how to Ride it

[@rakoondesbois7883]

Ninja 400 is my first bike, so hard to compare, but I feel it just perfect. Powerful but not to mutch, very low, handing and light feeling. Good position, dynamic and not to exteme. Seat a bit hard. Sound better with a upgraded exhaust (option akrapovitch for exemple) It is a nice toy. Bad points: no stuff load capacity and no for sharing whith a passenger

[@SanderJanssens]

Lol @ Yamaha's floppy indicators

[@danejurus69]

The 400 does the same thing. My 300 was worse though.

[@johnny_123b]

@@danejurus69 Yahama has front ones too...

[@MybeautifulandamazingPrincess]

go back to high school to retake physics classes if you commented that unironically

[@mazemaze9580]

lmao. have you researched why they should be floppy like that? coz vibration bro go back to primary

[@pauld.b7129]

Sitting next to each other, the R3 looks soooo much nicer. It has a modern agressive look, those gold forks really stand out, the dash looks super high quality. I can't help but see some Ninja 250 DNA in the 400. Looks ok on its own, but sitting next to other bikes, you can tell it was built on a budget. But the ninja 250 was just a good motor in a frame with some plastic tacked on, seems like the 400 has that same feel to it. Looks wise, the R3 is so much nicer, but i'd probably still go for the 400. I'd go for the Z400 though.

[@ragerider6283]

Nice review. Just a bit frustrated that no manufacturers seem to want to make a more premium small capacity sports bike. I'm not talking Ohlins & Brembo's but some good fully adjustable suspension & radial brakes would be a start. Would also like to see some better rear sets as standard as these looked horrible. I think 45bhp is fine but the chassis & overall equipment could & should be so much better imo, we're probably only talking a few hundred on the MSRP for these sorts of upgrades.

[@ktkace]

RC 390 : am I a joke to you?

[@ragerider6283]

@@ktkace Lol. No RC390, you are not a joke to me but you're alone....& a bit ugly. ; )

[@hank1556]

@@ragerider6283 alone and ugly? am I a KTM RC390?

[@ragerider6283]

@@hank1556 Lol. Well if you are, you're still best in class & don't let anyone tell you otherwise. : )

[@grahammutter8655]

too small a market I think. These little bikes really need to take advantage of scaled production.

[@alvinlaw8890]

I think it would be interesting to see how the current crops of 300-400 c.c. beginner’s bikes stack up against the 400 c.c. Japanese sport bikes from the late 80’s to early 90’s. I used to own a 1988 CBR400RR (Tri-Arm) back in the days. It was a very formidable race replica. I think it likely can give the modern 400s a good run their money. Hope Cycle World would do a show comparing those old bikes (e.g. FZR400RR, ZXR400, GSXR400) to the current bikes like R3 or Kawasaki Ninja 400.

[@alvinlaw8890]

Nice! Will definitely check it out.

[@danejurus69]

I have the 400(currently has over 11,000 miles on it. Lots of joy riding! 😀) and I've had the 300. The 300 is in the same class as the R3. It's not a fair comparison to put the 400 up against the R3. I like the Kawasaki brand but for the sake of fairness, I wish Yamaha would make an R4.

[@NoOverflow]

The Nimble Ninja Fully agreed

[@Kepo-n1h]

Ninja 300 296 cc , R3 321 CC , NINJA 400 399 CC

[@alexv5581]

Its really simple. Especially if you ridden both. The r3 feels like a mini r6. Yamaha really wanted to make this bike feel like an r6 without the power. It feels like you are on a sport bike. Also the quality is very impressive, feels a lot more expensive than it is. The ninja 400 feels like an average motorcycle with more power. It doesnt feel like a sport bike nor a touring bike. Kind of like the cbr500r. For me the r3 is better overall. Plenty of power for the street, killer looks, build quality, teaches you how to properly ride a sport bike and you have a lot of fun.

[@jubin2611]

Ninja series are tourers, aren't they?

[@S9staryu]

I own a ninja400, and it's really just a standard bike with 636 clothes. Broad torque curve, linear, but not peaky, power band. It's like a Civic si of bikes, vs the r3 which would be more comparable to an gt86

[@gurgenmakaryan4428]

Ninja 400 has nothing commun with cbr 500r, sorry but you're cleanly underratting, it's an excellent machin, reving ul freely and happily, where the honda engine gets borring at higher (8500rpm redline ) rpm 's

[@afletra]

I actually dont like the current R3 design, especially really shame that they stick with the old design for the tail while the R125 is looks much more R-series overall compared to R3 but that white one looks a lil'bit better and forgiving. nice review guys!

[@ShwetankPandeyy]

R15 Version 3 even looks better

[@afletra]

@@ShwetankPandeyy yeah the current R125 (2019) is looks the same as R15 v3, with some parts differences.

[@sager-mods425]

but the power of r125 is mehhh..

[@dekblondhoofficial200]

soal disaen itu selera

[@kennethianebarle4304]

I like the old R3 design..

[@stersydmotovlog2692]

Very nice review! Got the r3 for the looks, handling, and cheaper costs. I love it in the twisty road

[@augustusmageto2694]

Yeap.

[@nabinpoudel5337]

love that 0-100 mph time mark

[@DvDPlaya]

I just got that exact Ninja 400 three days ago. Never rode in my life. Put 300 miles on it in 2 days. Lots of fun. First thing I did... fender eliminator. I LOVE that white R3 but damn those turn signals. They would be the first things to go. I want my g/f to get the R3 cuz she keeps threatening to steal my Ninja!

[@LBreezy214]

☢ ᴅᴠᴅ ᴘʟᴀʏᴀ ☣ so jealous

[@simonfuller7331]

Another great review guys!!! Been riding 46 years but love smaller cc bikes! You can spank them !!!!!

[@Braselton21]

For the Price + Performance, the Kawasaki Ninja 400 is just unbeatable :) Time for other companies to step up their game. *Patiently waiting for an Aprilia RS4(400cc)* :)

[@SDU0NG]

what about the slightly upgraded 2019 cbr500r? i think that looks better than both of these but performance wise i dont know if its better. would like a comparison with that.

[@Joey-jy9vy]

cbr is alot heavier so power to weight ratio would be alot higher on the 400

[@S9staryu]

Motorcycle.com did a comparison between the Duke 390, kawi400 and cbr500r and the Honda had the worst power to weight of the bunch

[@benjytexas]

It's a POS compared to the other bikes! Ninja 400 is even straight line faster!

[@Halcyon1969]

Having both the CBR500r and the Ninja 400 I can say that both are great to ride. However, the Honda is notably more expensive and I don't know yet if that means its higher quality. The Ninja 400 is a GREAT bike too! I love having them both. Honda has a 300...and 500...and a 650. I don't see them making a 400 too. Here's a thought Honda (and I'm not genius): Let a CBR400 replace the CBR300. Let a CBR550r replace the CBR500r and let a CBR700r or 750r replace the CBR650r. I know these bikes are also made to a a price point and Honda may not be able to do that in a way that makes sense for THEM.

[@dvlarry]

Excellent review. I hope for the next year Yamaha makes an R4 in addition to the R3 and sell book them both. Yamaha can easily use the same chassis for both bikes. Yamaha can Reduce the price of the R3 by a little bit while increasing the price for the R4 by a little bit.

[@richardcastro8081]

Always watching your vlogs gentlemen, Heneral here from the philippines

[@vincetheboxingdude08]

6:23 anyone else hear morty? Lmao!

[@robruds4149]

Lol....I did... Oh geeze

[@jonathonspears7736]

I much prefer the angular shapes on the ninja family. I own a 17 ninja 650. The looks were one of the deciding factors in my choice.

[@2_Bike_is_Life]

Next comparison head-to-head 2020 Yamaha R3 versus 2020 Suzuki GSX-500. Yes, it's gotten out of hand.

[@darrengilbey319]

The Ninja gets my vote for sure 👍

[@Firestorm637]

Suspension is easier and less expensive to dial in vs a motor. I would take the Kawa.

[@cuponoodles2342]

You get a little more oomph from the Ninja but overall the R3 handles amazing and just “feels” better. I test rode both hard but the R3 was an easy choice. No reason I would need the few extra CC’s in exchange for control and comfort.

[@mh-do3pe]

How much difference does a slipper clutch make on a bike when shifting?

[@tomlabarbara6277]

Mazda had a slogan years ago…”It just feels right” That applies to the R3.

[@CPUspeed]

Yes this comparo was definitely missing, thanks. Kudos to japan for offering non-abs versions! Kit them up and dance on the track wo breaking the bank.

[@503BikerDad]

Really great video guys! Which one would you pick as a track bike and what mods would you add? I'd like to get one just to have fun at the track!

[@peteransel2715]

I wish the manufacturers had agreed to create a class based on a modern street legal, 250cc, single cylinder sport bike, ideal for young, budding road racers as well as old guys who just want to do track days and make to work on Monday in one piece. Honda had the right idea with the original CBR250R, but with no 'set-in-stone' class displacement (like the 1000cc, 750cc, and 600cc classes), it's just become an arms race. Yamaha came out with the R3 twin and blew away the original CBR250R single, then Kawasaki blows Yamaha out of the water with the Ninja 400. These bikes are now fast approaching the 600 class in terms of power and weight. When a MotoGP bike weighs less than the entry level class, something is wrong. In the days of great racers like 15 time world champion, Giacomo Agostini, 500cc was the Premier (top displacement) Class, with 350cc being the intermediate class, and 250cc below that.

[@daltonv5206]

You're comparing 2 strokes with 4 strokes

[@peteransel2715]

Dalton v, It’s true that Ago’s long GP career from 1963 - 1977 eventually saw two strokes become the standard by the mid-the ‘70’s, but only his final two World Championship titles, (‘74 350cc & ‘75 500cc), out of fifteen total, were won on Yamaha two strokes, his previous 13 World Championship titles having been aboard MV Agusta four strokes, 350cc & 500cc. Though these were multi cylinder bikes, and my original suggestion was regarding single cylinder bikes, to keep things simple and maintenance costs low, perhaps I should have referred to previous, single cylinder, four stroke Grand Prix race bikes like the Norton Manx and Matchless G50, which both, by the way, only weighed about 300 lbs. vs about 350 lbs for a modern CBR250R and 370 lbs. for a Ninja 400.

[@nithinpaul2588]

R3's orange indicators makes me feel young.

[@saurabhmuneshwar]

R3 is lit🔥🔥

[@bryancammauf5279]

I just bought an R3 and don’t regret my purchase! Looks and feels more sporty. Ninja 400 is sort of in its own class. I guessed the 400 would win since the beginning because of the extra CCs and bigger front brake. Happy safe riding!

[@chukob5]

Depends what you consider a “win” I think a major factor in a bike is the looks and r3 has that, I get compliments literally everywhere I stop it’s a pretty good feeling

[@bryancammauf5279]

@@chukob5 I agree that the R3 looks better and has an aggressive look to the front which I love. Unfortunately my R3 got stolen in Houston TX. I moved to Florida recently. Eventually I will get another R3 or maybe an electric sports bike 🏍 Ride safe!

[@chukob5]

@@bryancammauf5279 that’s exactly what scares me about having a lighter bike I don’t have a garage and any two guys can pick it up and put it in a truck… but yeah man that sucks hopefully you can get back to riding soon. Good luck

[@bryancammauf5279]

@@chukob5 That’s exactly what happened! A neighbor saw it happen wary in the morning but they took off. Good thing is they caught them by the Mexico border and my bike was in bad shape. Long crazy story lol

[@reyanshpradhanmotovlogs]

Personally still prefer the way that 400 looks that is much more appealing 🔥

[@marc-oj3sc]

the R3 looks is awesome. Have you seen th Monster edition?

[@adamstratford6740]

Good review boys 👏 neither of these bikes does anything for me but if i had to choose one Kawasaki for sure!! Adam 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@Rncfbnx]

Gotta go with the ninja 400. Ive ridden the 2016 R3 so I know what its like. Dont get me wrong, I thoroughly enjoyed the R3. You cant go wrong with either

[@aaronperez8055]

The deciding factor for me was the exhaust. You can make your Ninja louder with just a slip on. While with the R3, you have to get a full exhaust system for it to be louder. Both bikes look great tho imo. My bro owns an R3 and I own a Ninja. They’re very similar, Ninja just has a little bit more power. But the R3 leans a little bit better I feel like. You’re gonna have a lot of fun with either bikes tbh.

[@FuriousDelbiker]

In india, Ninja 400 costs 50% more than that of the price of R3. So no chance we can compare R3 with the ninja

[@Yok3s]

Idk why Kawasaki hates india here in Canada they are the same pricr

[@johnlee072092]

Time for yamaha to make an YZF R4

[@kwanizac]

Thanks for shaping the hair Adam lol Great review guys

[@jimnguyen7627]

What manufacturer for helmet and leather is in the thumbnail on the Yamaha?

[@jrcid1337]

What tires where used on track. ? And did you guys stick with 140's rear ?

[@Thinksterboomster]

I bought a R3 in 2015...It is a really good commuter bike, but is not built for the sort of performance some prefer....I like the Ninja too....If you like simple, here you go...small displacement bikes...I found out that off the line it is about as fast as most Harley riders are capable of...and top end is temporary...you are not going to want to keep the throttle pegged after you get to 190km per hour...sober thoughts about suspension, brakes and road conditions prevail, you are riding a minibike for goodness sake...It don't sound like a billy goat, but it sure moves like one...

[@MrSoosas]

I got an R3 cause the insurance on a ninja 400 was way more and I would have to sink an extra couple hundred into it to replace the muffler to be able to sit my right foot on the peg without the exhaust interfering with my heel. (I don't have giant feet either US size 9 or 10)

[@S9staryu]

I'm a size 10.5us and I used to bump into the stock can all the time. I have an m4 exhaust on it now and it's no issue. Surprisingly, the insurance quote I got on the 400 was lower than the r3, fully covered..

[@zachsheffield1325]

The seat on the R3 has a shelf right behind you!

[@thomasdixon7152]

Ive been riding for 15 years, all srreet bikes. Been running at the track for 6 years. Nkw running a 1199r, eating tires wvery 2-3 track events. Going to start racing. Got my race licence last week. Looking at what my tire budget will be starting to thing a little 400 would be so much more economical. My tyre budget a season would be less than one of these

[@4doorsformorelore813]

I commute on my r3, and honestly it feels very at home at freeway speeds. There's definitely room to be more aggressive on it, however the low end torque is pretty mellow, and the sweet spot doesn't last for long until you're shifting again to get up to higher speeds. The Ninja has every edge in the performance aspect which makes it great for a trackday bike, but the r3 has, in my opinion,ore comforo for the city commute with a little bit of backroad racing room. You're far less likely to get yourself into trouble on the r3, and to me the absence of the slipper clutch gives me a better feel for the engine, which helps me hone my skills as far as acceleration and shifting goes. The r3 is, in my opinion, Yamahas way of getting you hooked on the thrill of sport biking, and keeping you in the loop until you're ready for the learning experience that is the r6.

[@agaribay9978]

really enjoyed watching this review

[@dangerm2156]

R3 looks like we can easily cut some weight by removing or replacing the stock parts

[@bfarm44]

Danger M ten lbs off the exhaust by replacing it with a full Akrapović. It’s 800 bucks but it’s sounds rediculously good.

[@kerndetailology7632]

@@bfarm44 they are usually 5-600 now for full setups Gotta look around hard.

[@CassielRaphaella]

Balance and looking YZFR3 far from the Ninja, but obviously is a personal opinion... I feel on it as part of me, my way of being... fully engaged.... I have ride it 10.000 kms, daily to office, weekend trips to curves... it is my motorcycle... by far!!!

[@aeror115]

Good test guys🤙💚🏁

[@dry509]

Does the ergo issue kill the ninja 400?

[@doodskie999]

I wish Kawasaki ditch that box type swing arm and put inverted forks on the 400, it would look way much better

[@sswcubes]

Most reviews they make excuses on why not to pass up on the R3 but end up always choosing the competitors as the winner.

[@MarcoLoves360gamer]

what one is more comfy???? and better fuel economy? thanks

[@_Kisaragi]

im not sure about the ninja but the r3 is very comfy

[@gouharfayyaz643]

Really amazing reviews 👌 👏

[@Raptor-kc9vh]

I have loved the r3 since they released it, even bought the 15 when it released. But. It’s always needed a little more. Love the new body work, and thank god for the suspension upgrade. But they really dropped the ball not squeezing some more power out of it to keep it competitive. Such a shame. Great machine. I still believe the R3 is the better bike, but for the price. I’d take the 400 also.

[@pauld.b7129]

It was the most powerful in the 300 class when they released it. Then the Duke 390 and Ninja 400 came out. Those are really pushing the limits of what the class even is though. Once it gets too much grunt, its no longer beginner friendly. The 390 is right on that line.

[@carlsitler9071]

Love my new $3150 Ninja 400. Best bang for the buck.

[@gummybear41283]

did you buy it new

[@sambeezy007]

@@gummybear41283 doubt it. I'm getting mine new (2020) and it's $6,000

[@devinmoore576]

How tall is the tall reviewer? I'm 6'1" and I've been looking to get a small displacement bike to start riding on. These two are at the top of my list.

[@mrdrag0nblood]

I am 180cm and fit on the R3 very comfortably, so 6'1" should be fine but request a test ride at your dealer.

[@devinmoore576]

@@mrdrag0nblood ok I will thank you.

[@gummybear41283]

you're too tall for sportbikes, get a Harley

[@rupamborah905]

Ninja 400 costs 8299$ in India and the Yamaha R3 costs 5299$ which one should i go for?

[@user-xu2xx6pc3o]

Rupam Borah go for splendor+

[@charlieee9040]

Go for the Yamaha R3. You would love it. Good luck.😊🙏

[@justinsavedra7633]

R3 without a doubt

[@justinsavedra7633]

I own both. I have 2019 ninja 400 and 2018 r3. My r3 is just better. The power doesn't make up for how the r3 feels like when riding it.

[@shawnturner3479]

which of the 2 is more fun to ride if you are mainly drive it on the side street?

[@Motoplugg]

R3, it’s like a small super sport. Ninja 400 has a more relaxed casual seating position, r3 has a more leaned over seating position.

[@rzu7120]

When is Yamaha going to bump up the displacement of this bike?

[@jonasv19]

Next year maybe?? Euro 5 is coming up.

[@trashcan9615]

jonasv19 unless it’s euro 5 compliant.

[@jponz85]

They have bumped up this bikes displacement. Its called the r6 lol

[@vali69]

@@jponz85 sorry but us eurobros cant just jump on am r6 when we are 16... to be able to ride a bike with more then 90hp we have to have the full license which u can only get at 20... or 21 in some other eu countries like the uk... these 2 bikes are specifically design for the a2 license as they dont need to be limited to 48hp and you can get the a2 license at 18... when you turn 16 you can only ride scooters with a manual transmission dressed like motorcycles...

[@jponz85]

@@vali69 sounds about right to me. Had I ridden my first bike, being a zx6r, at that age, I'd be dead. Now at my 30s I ride a zx10r, and if I was riding that in my mid 20s, I'd also be dead.

[@buildmorefarms1007]

Both great entry level sport bikes, cant go wrong.

[@robscherer]

Adam, what boots are you wearing in this video? Great video btw!

[@DoitwithOA]

Rob Scherer They kind of look like Timberland

[@Ericdgarcia]

Now which is best commuter?

[@rijubiswas9938]

R3 look like awesome thank you 💓

[@hengloose]

Dam Adam ur on every channel 😎😎

[@hh88hht]

Can you please compare the ninja 400 to 2019 cbr500r

[@Halcyon1969]

I have them both, both '19 model years. It's a really hard choice, they are both great bikes for the way I ride (which is on the street exclusively).

[@motorart4670]

Like the new presenters. Well done guys.

[@Brancovtn65]

Guess i'm weird, I love the look of the Ninja 400.

[@Riley_1955]

I used to ride a Ninja 300 and have never ridden an R3 but after seeing this review I would take the Ninja 400 myself.

[@ynlraguiynl4451]

Ninja is always ninja 😎

[@mega-hb4re]

Ninja all the way in looks and power.

[@thaik56]

Unless the YZF-R3 engine was detuned from the 2018, the R3 makes 42HP and the Ninja 400 43.4HP. I think the powerband is better on the Ninja, but peak power is about the same.

[@isaacgandalf]

There are plenty of dyno vids out there if you just look hard enough. R3 2019 makes around 36 on the rear wheel, while the Ninja400 makes 43.35. I used motorcycle.com's dyno charts as reference.

[@Ark86125]

In my opinion the previos model of r3 looks better i very liked the look!!!and i like the ninja 400 more than a new r3 because it look familiar as the r 3 previos generation

[@ViperVenom]

That Ninja color 😍

[@zhouxxiao9732]

Which has better exhaust sound?

[@danilomoralesjr.6680]

For me ninja 400 is the best! i know bec i got one and no regrets i enjoying it everytime i ride!

[@chukob5]

But I have an r3 and I’d say it’s the best

[@rchot84]

Here is an I idea adjust the windscreen on the ninja to its highest setting "viola".

[@AlexAugustinex]

The only part that manufacturers forget to upgrade...the flappy indicators. That bulb indicator on R3 is from 1995. ha ha

[@maiconalves4213]

Aqui no Brasil as peças da Kawasaki são muito caras, já a Yamaha é muito mais em conta pelo valor barato de peças de reposição ...

[@abolfazlg8667]

Great video

[@DPham1]

Can anyone comment on the seat of the Ninja 400 vs the R3? I've heard some say that the ninja's seat is small so it's hard to scoot back, and its weirdly set up so it crunches your nuts into the tank. On the other hand ive heard the r3 seat is spacious and comfy.

[@vali69]

Go and sit on them and see for yourself

[@benjytexas]

How large are you? 6ft 3+, 250lbs+

[@gummybear41283]

you have to sit on the bike!!!!!

[@luisestrada3534]

It's hard to decide, I'm going crazy trying to choose which one to go for and you guys didn't help 😂 i like both. R3 looks awesome the ninja has more power

[@Wheelie_wonder]

never rode a full fairing bike on the highway before, only streetfighter/naked and supermotos... all that aerodynamic talk was making me jealous

[@trewebster5884]

Y’all know the ninja cane out before the zx6 right?.....so it’s the other way around

[@danejurus69]

The design of the 636 and up(zx10r, H2) has been around for a few years prior the the 400's arrival in 2018. Kawasaki made the 400 look too similar to the Zx6R, for better or for worse, depending on your tastes. I don't mind it. I prefer a mean looking bike even if it's not a rocket like a 600.

[@trewebster5884]

The Nimble Ninja the 400 looked like no other bike except the ninja 1000 kinda....when the new zx6 came out it looks just like the 400. I like the look but the 400 definitely started off this look

[@vali69]

I dont get why people complain about the looks... firstly the bikes actually look different if u look at everything except the headlight area... and secondly the god damn ninja 300 looked like the old zx6r also...

[@trewebster5884]

Shadow V. I feel you. I think the bike looks dope

[@andrewm8450]

The 400 and zx6r are looking similar to the H2, i'm guessing zx10r will be the the next to get redesigned and it's gonna look similar to the H2

[@grantdubridge7995]

Are the shock setups on the two bikes both adjustable?

[@S9staryu]

Not sure about the r3, but only the rear shock is (sort of) adjustable on my 400

[@grantdubridge7995]

@@S9staryu I thought it may be adjustable enough to make it solid like the R3. I had a Kawasaki KZ400 (1978) long before you guys were born. I bought it in 1983 for $400.