Will YOU Fit on the Ninja 400? Seat Height, Riding position & Ergonomics
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- čas přidán 11. 03. 2021
- Let's find out if you fit on the Kawasaki Ninja 400!
Some of the most popular and frequent questions that I get from people is 'Will I fit on the Ninja 400' & 'How tall are you?'. Well in today's video I'm giving you the clearest and most accurate answer I can to help you find out if YOU will fit on the Kawasaki Ninja 400.
We will go over the Seat Height of the bike, the riding position and ergonomics and what you can expect for your particular height being on the bike. Make sure to stick around to the end for the bloopers too!
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For anyone wondering if they’re too short to ride? I’m 4’10” with a 26” inseam, and I ride a lowered Ninja 300 (28” seat height). Although I can only tip toe on one side, can’t kick the kick stand up/down when I’m sitting on the bike, and impossible to “walk” the bike when I’m on it, but that didn’t stop me, so I’m sure you guys can ride too!!!
That's awesome! Thanks for sharing your experience on the bike
I’m 4’11 and was discouraged! But now I have hope from your information! Thank you! I am so excited to get into it
@@abbyvang1372 It is definitely not an easy process to ride any bike as a short person. I dropped my bike many many times, definitely broke multiple parts (gear shifter, rear brake, rear signal lights, etc) even with frame sliders on. I also got sent home the first time I took my motorcycle safety course, cause I didn’t know how to balance the weight of the bike with my tippy toes, and dropped it 3 times within the first 10mins of the course. The 3rd time I dropped the bike during the class, it landed on my foot and injured it. After that it took me years to gain enough confidence for me to attempt to learn again. It’s going to take time, patience, and dedication. Also ride your ride, don’t ever get pressured to do something you’re not comfortable of (lane splitting, turning quick at a corner, etc). And make sure to ride with safe riders. Wish you all the best! :)
That is awesome fr🙌👏
Aunt Barbara adores you! 😘
I’m 6 foot, 200 pounds, and first time rider. I purchased a brand new 2022 400 because I got on an R6 with no abs and it was too steep a learning curb. It’s gorgeous and even people who only ride supers say have given compliments. It’s perfect for city riding and can go 120 mph
Thanks for sharing!
I think out of all the videos I watched about which bike should be my first this guy's videos and your comment has made me decide to get this one
Does it feel.cramp after a while? I have the same dimensions. Thanks!
what was the exhaust on this bike please anyone knows cause it doesn't sound like the default?
I’m 5’5 and 140pounds and I’m not flat footed but not on my tippy toes either. I absolutely love it!
You're hot
@Ryan 9638
No...
I'm like 5'8 and I'm not fit in a 830 mm seat height bike.
And you think you'll be fit
Grow up kiddo
is it even comfortable with how far the handle bars are and stuff?
@@snowmanggaming3708 yeah it’s actually a comfortable position. Only issue is riding for long periods of time your ass gets numb but that’s with any bike Id imagine
I'm almost 16 and I dont know when I should get one any idea I'm 5,7
Thanks for this excellent info, and for the pillion review video too. I'm considering the Z400 with the higher seat. I'm 6' but with long legs, but after watching your video I think it will be OK.
Awesome content mate, I'm pretty much bang on 6ft and it seems perfect. I didn't have a chance to test ride before I bought it as I got it just before I got my license. I searched for ages trying to find if it would be too small and there wasn't much info out there. You nailed it in this video. Thanks from NZ :)
I was in the same boat as you, I only sat on the bike and turned it on, never rode it as I was on my learners aswell. You made a good choice.
Thanks for watching and supporting the channel 🙏🏻
that exhaust sounds awesome!
I sat on one this past weekend. Being 6'3" 215 lbs, it felt like one of those mechanical horses in front of supermarkets in the 70's, lol.
dang same here @205, was going to go sit on this bike and see how it goes.
Very informative video! Love your channel and bloopers are the best 😁😁
Thanks for supporting the channel mate! Glad you enjoyed it and got some value :)
The only problem with trying one at a local dealer: dealers don’t have any in stock.
7:30 He totally won me over right there.
Thanks for watching mate!
this helps a lot thxs
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Thanks again for watching 🙏🏻
Loving the vids keep it up! You seem really happy
Thanks mate! I appreciate all the support from everyone, very humbling. Glad you enjoyed 🙌🏻
Great video. Thanks for the insight.
Thank you so much! You made my choice even easyer with this video, i was not sure if the Kawasaki Ninja 400 would be good for me but now there is no dought. Again, thank you, and the bloopers are very funny :]
Glad you enjoyed!
Your dad’s awesome, love when he started the bike up while you were talking! 🤣
My first bike was a Ninja 300 and being I'm 6'2" and 250 lbs, people always gave me their opinion on if I was too big for it. I really enjoyed the bike and I didn't feel to big. Overall, most of the sport type bike are similar in size and if you're north of the 6 foot or 182 cm mark, people will say you look "too big" for the bike. It shouldn't matter if someone else thinks you're too big or not as the only thing that does is how well do you fit it, are you comfortable, and can you operate it safely.
Can do a video on the higher seat please. Im quite interested in how much more leg room and how much more lean angle you will have as a trade off
Your description of the bike is very clear and clean cut. Subscribed,liked and notification on mate
Much appreciated! Welcome to the channel mate! Let me know what kind of content you enjoy most and would like to see more of :)
@@Kwackajack i went to Colemans here in Auckland New Zealand 🇳🇿 to try out the ninja 400
And your 100% right ✅ it's so comfortable to sit on and it's really light so thanks to your channel and excellent details of this bike 🏍 this is what I'm getting.
CHEERS MATE FROM NZ
Awesome bro 🔥🔥🔥🔥
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Hey love your videos!, very helpful, it would be great to have one comparing the ninja 400 vs the Vitpilen 401
Thanks for the idea! Could be a future episode of the Versus series for sure. Thanks for watching and the support on the channel 🙏🏻
Keep up the good videos !
Thanks mate, will do!
Shot two new videos today actually 😉
I was just talking about this with a friend today. Then this pops in my recommended. Damn it Google. But this is what I'm looking for not to much lean. Thanks for this!
the channel is growing so fast!!!!!!
Super grateful for everyone who watches and joins the channel! Still blows me away with the support from everyone 🙏🏻
Thanks for using your dad as comparison! Great video.
This is absolutely most useful video in last 24 hours, searching for somebody with height 185cm sitting on Ninja 400
I also am 6 foot with big thick legs from all dem squats. Great I’m glad you said that ahah
Just used the website linked, im only 162cm with a 72cm inseam and just being able to put both toes down has made me feel at ease. Thanks for the video
thanks for this video! i'm 6 ft tall and keep looking at the N650 because of my height, also about 230lbs. but i would really like to save the 3,000$ in price difference from the 400. im leaning towards the 400 now.
Love this video. I have a ninja 500. 5’4 and 130lb (American 🤷♀️) I feel like a giant on the bike but it’s huge when I’m off it haha. I did shorten it 1.5 inches because I wanted to flat foot where I’m a new rider. I will be raising the bike as I get more and more comfortable. I’m not too excited about not being flat but lowering the bike is supposedly dangerous (so many different perspectives).
Good video. Can you do Yamaha R3, Suzuki GSX-S750 and Kawasaki Z400
I’m 5’1 with a 27 inseam and I’m nervous about if I can fit comfortably on it. I’ve been between this bike and the Vulcan S for a few weeks because that one is definitely better for my height/inseam (however I did find out that bike is like 100 pounds heavier, and I barely have any strength).
My main 2 concerns though is how well I’ll be able to reach the ground with my feet and if sitting normally (more tucked because of my height) ends up getting kind of uncomfortable (and also how long I can ride before needing to stretch and such).
Besides actually sitting on the bikes and adjusting everything though, I still have about a year to grow, so hopefully I’ll gain an inch or two or more. I haven’t lost hope yet!
eeey,great video buddy,love the content,love the ninja 400🔥👍
Thanks mate! Glad you enjoyed it 🙌🏻
Let me know if there's anything else you'd like to see 👌🏻
Went to my local dealership and sat on R3 , I'm 5'2 and i was tip toeing on both sides but i felt comfortable still, although i would like my feet to be a little flatter.
Im 1.78 and i weigh about 100kg so im on the chubby side of life and ive owned an R3 in the past and had no trouble with it at all and tomorrow im picking up a ninja400 and cant wait!
Hell yea! Congrats mate!
Love the name gave me a good laugh
Them squats really paying off
Glad SOMEBODY notices
I'm 5'6/5'7 and I can comfortably stand with the balls of each food solidly on the ground, and can flatfoot the left at standstill without an issue. Definitely very accessible even if you aren't a tall person. (Edited: misspoke before. Went out for a ride and realised I am a little shorter than I thought lol)
Thanks for sharing your experience!
Well, it seems I'll fit well on that bike. I'm 5'9". I definitely would prefer my feet to be completely touching the ground from front to back, or at least mostly, when the bike is stationary.
6'3" , 205 lbs. I have a z400 which I have no issues with.
where all my tall boys at?? I'm 6 ft 4 inches (193cm)
5'4" ~27" inseam
I've got a chance to demo the ninja, and z400. Coming from a Suzuki GZ250 (and generally preferring cruiser/naked look.) I was hoping the z400 would be it. However, having shorter and slightly stout legs most foot pegs dig into my legs. The ninja's pegs seemed to be ever so slightly more forward, and my legs fit right behind them.
I'd like to see how the new eliminator will fit......but, I'm kinda leaning towards the ninja (so I can track it, once I can afford a second bike.)
I'm 5'8 with a 30 inch inseam. I've been thinking about this bike.
Does anyone know how we can increase the rider height? Is it something we can do on our own?
There are lowering kits available for this bike. They should be installed by a professional, because lowering any bike effects it's suspension operation. Plus I would only use it to gain confidence in your ability on the bike. Then as you gain experience, return it to stock height.
Is there anyway to adjust the bike so i can lean forward more?
I'm 6'7 and seems only bikes I fit ish well on are harleys, some adventure stuff or supermoto
You're dad looks badass with those tats in a Ninja 400.
I reckon so too, he does look pretty cool on his Harley though aswell. More videos in the future with it!
Adding this for reference: The rear shock (to some models) is only set for pre-load and can be adjusted: czcams.com/video/LOUw_tgYr38/video.html
Hey bro awesome video, are the insurance on this as pricey as a 600cc ? Or would it be a lot cheaper do u think? I live in NY btw
I dunno about your area mate but the insurance here for the 400 is pretty reasonable ($600AUD for premium insurance for a year)
I was concerned that it will be too big for me since I'm 1.76 cm
Thank you for the explanation.
You’re perfect for it.
Can you recommend me some bikes similar to this for longer ride, please?
When will be the Ninja 400 BS 6 Modelwill be release in India?
I was thinking about this bike, but I think I would look big on it too.
Good video, I have one too. What dou you think is the best exhaust for ninja 400? In my country "Perú" only sales akrapovic slip on. Idk if i should choose that exhaust. Thanks.
Hm, akrapovic is okay, makes it a bit deeper and better sounding. Try and search online for exhausts, mine wasn't sold in Aus, had to be shipped
Is there a way to lower one enough for me to flat foot it? I’m 4’11.
One question I can reach the floor with the kick stand is there a aftermarket kit too lower the bike a little till I'm comfortable to ride it this will be my first bike etc
Im 158cm, I have a stock non lowered ninja 400 2019. I can touch the ground with both feet flat no problem. No matter if the road is lopsided.
I'm 168 cm and worry I can't have good foot contact with the ground. Do you feel like you could walk the bike in reverse on flat ground?
Do you measure inseam with shoes on or off?
Lol! Thanks that was perfect’
what was the exhaust on this bike please anyone knows cause it doesn't sound like the default.
I'm 6 foot so this 400 would suit me just fine. Superbikes are bulky and heavy, so I don't know if I could handle them to my every will.
not sure how but when I sat on a Ninja 400 i was tip toeing on it even though my inseam in 29.5inches(only 1.5inches less than u) measured from the ground to crouch, i am 5ft 5inches tall. is it bcoz of my lesser weight or did i measure inseam wrongly?
Hey mate just order today Honda cbr 650r as they didn’t have krt edition here and 3 months wait and also I love cbr650r in black . Lol
Oh true, congrats on the bike mate!! I think those Honda’s look really great. I’m sure you’ll love it, let me know when you get it and how you find it
@@Kwackajack sure I do
I’m 6’1 myself and for the $$$ of a new Kawa 400 ninja I can get a good used 600cc or even a 750cc bike.
Is this still fast for a 400
6’4 with 34 inseam. Still shopping for my first bike but I’ve sat on it and it didn’t feel too bad, but my feet were definitely closer to my butt than other styles like supermotos and ADV. but it didn’t feel any more cramped than the “full size” sport bikes, due to the less committed riding position I think it’s actually more comfortable even though it’s a “small bike”
What did you end up getting
I’m 6’4 too and was wondering the same thing, good to know tho
let me know what you get
I ended up finding a good deal on a used 2013 Honda CB500F. Fits a tall person well and not too much power to be scary
Ninja 400 is my dream bike, I'm only a beginner at motorcycles so getting a 400cc bike right off the bat wouldn't be the best I think, but one day I would certainly be delighted to ride this fine piece of machinery, I'm 6'3 and my longs are on the longer sides but I guess it would be fine since I'll probably only ride those long rides a few times a week, thank you for posting the video, very informative, now I know how a person in my height range looks like with a bike thats 785mm high.
400 imo is perfect
Looking to get one & I'm 6'6"
Anyone 6ft 235pounds let me kno how u feel about it
I am 5 feet 1 will it suit me?
Im 5ft 10in can you link me the video? I wanna know if ill be a giant on here...
Hey man, I'm 6ft and 240 pounds, I'm wondering if the Ninja400 will fit in my backpack?
i am a 6’5” 16 year old and i drive a cbr 125R y’all will fit👍🏽
Bro I’m 6 5 and I’m worried ima look hella big ngl..
Would you recommend the ninja 400 for a starter bike I'm 6 foot 1 and 108kgs? I was looking at a yamaha r3 but I was told it's seating position is to aggressive and I'm to tall and heavy so what are your thoughts mate.
Yep I think you'd be fine, but to make absolutely sure you should try sitting on one yourself 👌🏻
You the man! So Dad is 5´4"? That´s about me..
Yep
Im 167cm the bike is very comfortable to ride and to lean forward but only half of my feet toucjes the ground
@KwackaJack whereabouts on the GC are you mate? Im up north, Pimpama....
Have you thought of a subscriber meet up? I'd be keen to ride with you.
Thanks for feedback on the videos mate and supporting the channel.
I film on the Southern end of the coast but am up your way very often. Yes I'd love to do some group rides in the future! I'm currently encouraging people to come over to the Instagram page @Kwackajack_ as I'll most likely be organising future rides from there, over the coming months.
I make sure to wave at all Ninja riders, hope to see you on the roads soon!
@@Kwackajack I'll join you on Insta :-)
i literally look like a tony hawk pro skater 2 character with big head cheat code, i will fit
Im 6’4 fingers crossed
Anyone out there 5' 6" and 170lbs like me, if so: can you flat foot it around???
New Sub here
Welcome aboard!
What is your dad height 165 or 175cm?
Hi, I want to buy a bike but I'm only 5'2 can you please help me what's best bike for me? I like ninja 400 but I'm hesitant because it seems I can't ride on that bike. I hope you can help me. Thank you
Did you buy one as I am 5'3 and would love to know before buying one
im 6 ft 6 im i tooo long?
I am 6.3, is it good for me please tell me thank you!
too small
I’m 5’7 and 142 pounds and can flat foot it with a 29” inseam.
Thanks for sharing your experience!
we have the same measuremtns and just want to know if you can flat foot on both or just one??
I’m 6’6 230 pounds and just picked up a 400 … it’s an awesome bike. The position is perfect and comfortable it’s light it’s fast for my first bike and it looks badass. It was a good decision tbh
What bike? I’m 6,4 and also looking for a 400 but it’s hard.
@@raggarballerina4205 Aye, did you find something? I'm 6'1 but got a 34-35" inseam and a 6'4 armspan. Shit gets weird real fast
@@wlt3585 i am 6’2”, 200 pounds.. i was most comfy on honda cbr 500 and 650 over the ninja 400 and 650
But..
I’d still get the 400 over the cbr 500.. less comfy but aint that bad.
The cbr 500 doesnt accelerate fast enough for my taste
I’m 6’7 300lbs. It’ll be my first bike, I’m afraid that I’ll look too big
Hello, are you still enjoying the Ninja 400? Can you share your opinion on how easy or hard it is to ride it being so tall? I'm 6'5", would you recommend the Ninja 400 for me?
Im 2 m and have really long lengs so is kinda sad cat ride smal sporbikes😊
I buy a sell a lot of bikes, basically rebuilding damaged ones, had a few Ninja 650s through my hands, with the high bars and sit in design not for me.
The Ninja 400, as soon as I sat upon it, it feel ‘right’ can see why they are one of the most popular bikes in my country (Australia)
I got a SC project exhaust, tail tidy, and tank grips as my first mods. Now my face hurts from smiling like an idiot all day riding.
EDIT: We need more KwackaDad
hahaha! I'll try include him in more videos. How does the SC sound on it?
Im 5’4 165 lbs will I be able to ride this ? Always wanted a bike but afraid of being too short lol
I guess we will never know lol (same height and weight )
Inseam pending slightly awkward at first, but doable.
Top speed??
Hey man how tall are you
7’6 756lbs and I’m perfectly fine on a Ninja 250
Can i flat foot this. I am 5’4”
measure yourself if your legs are more than 70cm then yes
Will I be ok to fit on a ninja 400 if I’m 189 centimeters
The best advice is go sit on bikes. I thought I hated bikes that were sports, & thought only cruisers or standard bikes were the most appropriate & comfortable.
Then sat on a Ninja 300 & a SV Suzuki 650, plus some other sports bikes.
My views have been reversed!!!
So do sit on bikes of a wide variety to find your ergo match.
This really is the best advice
It is ok for a 5'2 height?
Probably, just might be harder to reach the floor
Im 158cm, I have a stock non lowered ninja 400 2019. I can touch the ground with both feet flat no problem. No matter if the road is lopsided.
The struggles of being a normal size person. 😉🤙🏼
I’m 5,9-5,10.. 125lbs