Kawasaki NINJA ZX-4RR | Smile Factory | First Impressions | Kawasaki Quick Shifter
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- čas přidán 18. 05. 2023
- Is the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR a beginner bike? Does it have enough power? Does need a tune?
Watch my video and I discuss all that.
I also give a demonstration of the Kawasaki Quick Shifter.
Yesirrrrr!!!! I haven’t ridden mine yet but these videos amp me up.
Get out there!! Check it out after tune and exhaust.
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You've made the right choice bro..Slap an SC Project exhaust on it....
Thanks brother. Its been a blast so far. Cant wait to take it to a track
Video is very well put together. This might be the most under rated channel. Script, editing and production is all top notch!
Thank you so much. The algorithm refuses to promote me lol. I put a lot of work in to it. But i like it. Do you ride off road? In highly suggest riding off road as way to get better. Check out my “you got the wrong bike” video
I have! Unfortunately I don’t live anywhere close to trails and PA school is eating up all of my free time. But a KLX300 and a permit to OHV a few hours away is one of the first things I’m doing when I get the chance.
Great vid man! I subbed. I just recently got back into sport bikes. Picked up an R7. Loving it. But this bike really intrigues me. I used to ride 600s but they are just not for street anymore IMO. This thing looks rad. You can ride it like a 600 but don’t have to be going a million miles an hour. Really hope I can ride one soon
Dude welcome back!! Haha. This is my first pure street bike in a long while. Been on a sumo for like 5 years…how is the r7. That was the other bike i was looking at. I just got back from a long ride and had a blast. What other content do you think i should make about this bike??
And yea…you can ring this thing out and not be going 100 in early 2nd gear haha.
@@lowclassmediavideos It's got character, overkill.
I like the introductory words and and your words at the end of the video, very uplifting That very I will just save enough money to buy this motorcyle as my first bike.
@@unstoppable2131 hell yeah man you gotta ride!
These bikes sound absolutely insane with an exhaust. I'd argue it's better than the larger displacement supersports. This thing is build for the track, in the hands of a pro it becomes an absolute weapon in the corners
Got an M4 full system installing soon!!
Got the new exhaust on my bike, check out my latest vid!
Depends on the track, honestly. This thing is a weapon on tighter tracks like Buttonwillow and streets of willow as its lighter and more nimble. But i'd argue you'd want a larger displacement for weather tech or COTA.
I think this video it’s really going to make me buy one✅💚
Hell yeah dude happy to inspire you!
Thanks for watching and subscribing!
I just got mine today in Katy. I'm out in the Woodlands if you ever need a riding buddy. Got a couple of mods done to it already. Awesome bike. Stay safe out there and those crazy Houston roads.
@@NOLA_playmaker bad ass what dealership you buy it from? What’s your insta?
great video, you sir earned a subscribe!
Awesome brother thanks! Any other content about this bike you would want to see?
dope video bro, those 4rr's are wicked little machines no doubt.
Thanks brother!
Did you happen to see my ecu flash video? Really woke the bike up alot
ECU Flash and Exhaust! | WAY FASTER! | Kawasaki Ninja ZX4-RR | M4 Exhaust | 2 Wheel Dyno Works Map
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I’m uk and waiting for a September delivery fingers crossed.
Hp is not every thing unless you only goal is top speed straight line runs. Started my street riding late 70s on 75 honda 400 four super sport. Sweet bike in its day. 400 four is perfect street screamer. Like old rz350 it is about fun factor, ease.of carving corners. You know why most riders ride, FUN.
I agree, even in stock form this bike is plenty fun. But it is slightly gutless up top. It would be nice to have a bit more punch but even still im 100% with you. Going fast in a straight line aint my bag. Pulling Gs in a corner is!! Woo!!
@@lowclassmediavideos well flashed it is as quick and fast as my old 85 ninja 600 was in its day
I'm loving my ZX4RR in stock form at the moment. I'll get it tuned later on. It will be like getting a different bike. I'm getting to know the bike it self. I've lowered it about an inch for my inseam. It still handles great and I didn't have to put the adjustable kick stand on it. It is still putting a big grin on my face. Joy is why I ride.
Glad youre enjoying it!! I just did the ecu flash and exhaust on mine. Check out my latest video for the results!
I did and can't wait to get mine done. I don't live very much at the upper range but I do like having more passing speed with out dropping too many gears. I've also thought about doing a 520 chain and -1 +2 gear change along with a ZX10 throttle tube.
@@lowclassmediavideos
Which lowering links did you use? Does it lower the front and rear or just the rear? I want this as my first bike definitely seems something i can grow into. Im 5’7 30in inseam
I have this too go check it straight piped
Nice! Yeah i want to get a pipe soon. Full titanium system for sure.
That was a ninja 300. I know cause I own one. Love that little bike.
Oh shit!! Good eye.
nice road for try this bike
Hey it’s Houston! I knew Memorial as soon as I saw it.
Caught me
in japan our motorcycle license is devided in to three it has 小型(small)50~125cc
中型(mid)125~400cc
and大型(large)400cc~above
in japan mid license is affordable and easy to take for beginners even me i dont think i need larger displacement so i think zx44 is a yes to me 😁
You wont regret it!
@@lowclassmediavideos
The Ninja 400 always
fascinated me. Why go bigger?
🔥🔥🔥
Live in California in the busy LA county area where having a 600 would be pointless with heavy traffic all day everyday. This zx4rr would be perfect all around for streets, canyons and tracks.
I don’t disagree honestly. Its been pretty useful in houston. Just wish we had some better back roads outside the city…
subbed. Fun video
Thank you! More to come.
@@lowclassmediavideos
ZX4rr. It's a cool bike.
I wanted a beginners bike to get around on so, In 1972, I accidently bought an Orange 500 Kawasaki Triple.
I went to the store just to pick up a fast beginner bike. A simple, Red S2 350 triple.
They didn't have any in stock so insted of the 350, I took the 500.
The 500 is a legend not so different from the Blue 750 then along comes Mr.903...
Too bad they are not allowed to make those cute little 2-Stroke 350's any more. I would love to have one. All they have is that Ninja 400 but it's only a 4 stroke but it doesn't smoke.
"Not even in Blue"? Sorry...
I want the" ring Ring RING... Ding ding ding ..."
It's a good bike, I see the controversy but that's strictly because of cost in my opinion. It is a wee bit spendy for a 400, but on the other side of the coin you're also getting some cool tech that comes with the bike, plus an inline 4 at the 400cc level is essentially unmatched. If value is a big concern to you, then just go get a 600 or something and call it a day. If money is not so much of a concern, then there's really no problem with it. But with a proper tune, exhaust, and filter... The thing is basically an R7 if not actually better than an R7, and no one seems to be complaining nearly as much about that thing, despite that it's basically a backwards trend when compared to the R6...
Precisely correct analysis
Do you think for a returning rider this zx4rr or the Honda cbr 650r?
Returning rider could easily handle this in its stock form…
Don't forget my friend North American's get a detuned version of this bike it should be okay as a beginner bike only 53 horsepower just a little bit more than a ninja 400 that way you can grow into this bike and after a while get the ECU reflashed and get it up to 73 or 78 horsepower then you'd have two bikes in one
Any other content you would like to see on this bike? Looking to make some more videos
@@lowclassmediavideosi want to see it in its natural habit, screaming on country roads that has curves.
That is a good idea. One slip up and you’re potentially done for. Small margin of error. I think people forget that.
This bike is sooo much better than a 636 but yall not ready for that conversation
I 100% agree. This thing is the perfect street machine and even fun/good on track. The 636 is a track beast, it's mostly meant for rookies to hone in their skills before they move on to something like a zx10r or r1. It's just way to serious for the street and overkill. You can't even use it's full capabilities. The zx4rr just perfect for what I want a bike for...
Hi ! Actually I really loved your video but I have a question. Which would you recommend between zx4rr, r7 and cbr650r for a first time biker ? I will start with no experience but i love the sound of 4 cylinder engines that's why i'm so confused. Actually I like bikes like gsx600r etc. more but even these things are not suitable for a beginner anyway, gsxr can be very dangerous for a start. I want to learn with one of these and then upgrade to a 600cc 4-cylinder model when I feel ready so what is your suggestion, what would you do if you were making the choice?
If youre going to upgrade later i would definitely get the cheapest entry level option that you’re comfortable with. Youll learn more than enough on the other bikes you mentioned. In my opinion i would just get a ninja 400…itll be “slow” but still have plenty of power for you to have fun if youre a beginner. I recommend taking a safety course too. Learning to ride is as much about learning how to increase your level of awareness as it is learning to be skilled with the bike. Riding is not for everyone and you NEED to find a way to discover your limits and ride within them.
Early on, its not the bike….its the rider….you can always buy the bike you want later. Make sure riding is for you first.
@@lowclassmediavideos First of all thanks for the comment. Speed is definitely not a priority for me. Especially during my learning period. As I said, nice exhaust sound satisfies me. It is also important that it is a nice looking bike with thick rear tires :D The reason why I don't want to go for the ninja 400 is definitely sound. 600cc and below, except for the r7, the sounds of 2-cylinder engines are not satisfactory at all. Especially after the sounds of engines like 4-cylinder zx6r, gsx600r. If I had experience I would definitely buy gsx600r. but the country I live in is too dangerous to drive a bike, so I never bought one but now i'm moving to US and my first job is to buy a motorcycle, completing the gears and getting driving courses that's why I'm so excited and price doesn't matter to me anymore
@@mertcanayhan one thing i can say is if you have never ridden before regularly. Having the bike that suits your needs will always be better than having the bike you want. With that said, if the bike you want is the bike you need, youre in a good place haha! But yes, please take a safety course first! I think you have to in most states in the US to get your license
Any other content you would like to see?
Cbr650! 90hp and comforable
I had the problem i wanted a ktm duke gp what is it ? 790 890? I really love that bike stil! And i loved the zx4rr and i choosed the zx4rr verry happy with my choise but i stil mis that duke 😂 maybe next year maybe maybe... the zx4rr drinks to much i can do 200 km with a full tank of gass😂 but its the bike it invites verry much to rev to the limiter 😂 love it
In runs out of fuel quickly lol!!
Is it doable to daily this bike? wanna ride it to work with a tail bag which is 60miles round trip
Doable yes. Best option id say no
1 question can you be comfortable on bike. I am smaller guy 5 7 135lbs sportbike riding position no big deal for me. I can log 6 hrs a day easy but tall giys get cramped. All about fit for your build your age, younger cramps less lol.
The only thing that is stopping me right now to get one of these is price point....its high and I've been thinking a LOT over this or just go straight into a ZX6R :C
The thing is the zx6r is something that will be less fun on the street IMO. By the time you’re wringing out the 636 youre going 150!!! This thing you can have fun at boulevard speeds!
Any other content you’d like to see?
bring it to the track after ecu flash!
if im a teen just got there drivers license and dont know anything about motorcycles or how to drive one what one should I get?
Start on a dirtbike for a few lessons if you can. Try to find a ride school near you before buying a bike.
Look for a used bikes like kawasaki z125 or honda grom
Dirt bike get riding skills in dirt not traffic, you will live longer
This might sound a little crazy but the ZX4rr should be the new beginner bike! You can even find them for way cheaper now, got mine for $8 thousand out the door.
Forget them bullshit 2 cylinders bikes, unless that's what you like or the most you can afford.
@@russellsylve805 haha i think it still works fine as a beginner bike..if someone is a true beginner there’s probably better options but this is cool too
Chatgpt making me want a bike 🤔
I only speak from the heart. Robots dont control me, not yet at least haha
how about the torque is it really weak?
Its nothing like a twin or a bigger bike but its still decent…this is definitely a screamer thoguh
@@lowclassmediavideos I see. So you mean the acceleration is slow? how about overtaking in slow speeds can it manage?
@@danelectr its a lot more every day friendly than i think it gets credit for. I ride supermoto mostly which is the most user friendly around town experience you can have in my opinion and i dont feel like the ninja is too cumbersome to get around on…there are better bikes for sure for “everyday” use but this is fine…
Wtf dose using quick shifter have anthing to do with engine break in??
Youre not supposed to rev the bike out during brake in and to use the quick-shifter for upshifts you are really supposed to be doing a WOT hard pull. Thats wtf…
Thats right buy the motorcycle
Also where did you pay 12k for this they're 9k all day even thats 3k too high
Yes, MSRP is 9000. But by the time you pay taxes and everything else. It will be close to 12,000. You will never take any bike close to MSRP out the door unless you get a discount (which is again, rare)
@@harshasathi2858 Yes usually only get discount on last years models that they are having a hard time getting rid of.
I heard they are made in limited numbers. The regular Ninja 400 is just fine.
Not for what it is, it is razor sharp carving weapon 200 buck ecu flash makes 72 or more rwhp 140 top speed, really need 165 to 185mph on street? This thing comes with top flight suspension, to real riders that alone is worth the extra money.
So you can really carve corners with the little 400.
Crank up the gasp and always wear nice pants and a helmut
ECU FLASH WHEN??
Soon!!!
@@lowclassmediavideos LOL
Issue here is it needs an aluminum frame and 3k dropped off its msrp
If it had an aluminum frame and was 3K cheaper there would be a 3 year waiting list and they would be selling for double msrp on the grey market.
Why how much weight is really saved with aluminum and would cost even more. As 135 lb guy i have weight advantage already as most riders 160lb and up. On old zx6 was quicker than all my buddies as 40 to 60lbs on 600 is huge on 400 it is deadly for heavier riders as smaller bikes less torque so weight is key. Fact is the suspension and handling is great and 5 to 8 lb weight savings on aluminum frame is not noticeable just more costly and more for ego than performance.
Very cool bike but way too much money. The regular ninja 400 has 45 hp this thing is twice the price and it only has 7 more hp?
It is indeed pricey. Kind of a “dumb” purchase but so is every bike purchase haha.
@@lowclassmediavideos some bikes are good bang for your buck though. Like a regular 400. This bike is a cool bike but just ridiculously over priced. Spend half and get a ninja 400 or spend practically the same and get a ninja 636 super sport and you’d get so much more value for your money. This bike doesn’t really make sense for the price.
3:52 bruh thats not the ninja 400, its the 300
Plus around 99% of people are gonna think you're on a 1000 cuz to them it looks and sounds like one. Could even fool bikers, especially the double dics and fairings, just the seating position gives it away.
@@fj5434 lol indeed. The seating position is a perfect in between no doubt. I wish i was better at riding it though…im trash on sport bikes lol
In a single word no no street bike is good beginner bike. Streets dangerous for experienced riders, dirtbike is only sane beginner bike period end of story. Seen to many beginners start on street and crash bad and or die cause they are clueless.
I completely agree
"Life is short, buy the motorcycle."
*make it shorter*
jokes aside, stay safe out there folks.
It’s definitely something to respect for sure
Steel chassis and swingarm??? This thing is heavier than my gsxr 600 L2 man...for a sport bike this should weigh at least 15-20 kg less than a full 600 class sport bikes...half the power and weight more than a 600 class for a 600 class price???? Come on Kawasaki!!!!!!!
This bike puts a smile on the face despite all that.
Like you would notice 415lbs wet weight same as 600. But better suspension. Aluminum may be lighter but steel strong and works. You are buying and judging on weight and hp stats. Ride one much better than zx6 and i have owned 2 of them. But zx4rr is a weapon in skilled hands and much better corner carving street bike. But buy 130hp bike you will never reach limits of. I say that as long time rider and racer, maybe 3% of zx6 riders ever get close to bikes limits. And they are doing it on track, on street modern 600 better bike than almost every owner, seen many humiliated on track days when real skilled rider on ninja 400 twins out run them until very end of longer straights when hp gets back to them then lose all that ground in corners as great rider on 400 twin eats average rider on 600 wit more than twice the hp
@@rt2255 it will never ever justify at this price point...i get what you are saying though
@@arnoldperez4344 i have rpad ridden from old sl125 honda 4 stroke single to newer zx10. 1 thing i learned as 40 plus yr rider sometime road racer. The 3 bikes i would ride all day and enjoy the most was my first real street bike 75 honda 400 four super sport, my friends 86 rz350 twin 2 stroke, and older sv 650 twin. None 180mph 160 to 180hp but given a day in the country carving country roads or race tracks those three are my first choice. I ride for fun not spec sheets. 10 grand for fun bike worth it to me over 10 grand not as fun bike even if faster. Speed is relative. Zx4rr flashed can do 140mph, difference of 140 and 160 or 180 is not a big deal to me as rarely does it matter or get used. But leaned over at redline at 80mph on fun bike just makes my day and week, more than pure flat out speed. It is all in what riding is fun for you. I have.more fun dancing on edge at 80 in corner than 180 tucked in on straight.
@@rt2255 a 600 class can do 40 mph also if you wish
NOPE! A 636 is not for the streets, it's a track toy, ride one for 30 minutes and your back will teach you that. The Ninja ZX-4RR could be a daily driver if your commute time is not too long, and it's a track joy, also easier to handle than a 636.
its not so much my back. its my wrist, right knee, and ass after about an hour. 😂😂
@@streetdreamz8056my wrists only hurt on my supersport when i put my weight on them during heavy breaking. other than that you should be holding your upper body up with your core not resting it on the bars
Way too expensive
Its pricey. Any other content you’d like to see on this bike? I need ideas!
@@lowclassmediavideos the engine specifically, fascinating,so small,hi, revving
@@lowclassmediavideos You have a fun personality
why do you drive it in 5th gear at like 2k rpm ur supposed to rev this bike to like 11k lmao
Wut?