2020 KAWASAKI NINJA 1000SX FULL REVIEW - A VERY USABLE SUPERBIKE
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- čas přidán 26. 07. 2024
- I spent a month riding the 2020 Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX all over Southern California and found it to be a very usable superbike. You can run it on the track and get crazy, then attach the optional KQR hard saddlebags and take a friend on a weekend roadtrip.
The Ninja 1000's speed is incredible and it handles very well due to all the Kawasaki technology like adaptive ABS, cruise control, traction control and different drive modes.
Here is my full motorcycle review and riding video for the 2020 Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX.
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I picked mine up saturday and took a 2.5 hour ride on the way home by accident. rides very smooth and has plenty of power in Road mode so i cannot wait for sport mode
Congrats!!!!! It's a great bike, just a bit too big for me as a shorter rider.
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Nice and detailed review mate. Cheers from Rome - Italy
Thank you! Now I am thinking of your beautiful city. I hope to return soon!
I love the saddlebags, looks like it would be fun to take on a road trip.
Yes that's exactly what it's made for, for two people!
Great review ❤️
Thank you very much for watching it. It's a very cool bike.
nice review. Thanks!
Thanks for watching it. I liked the bike, but would probably get something smaller for myself, like a Ninja 650 or 400.
Thanks for all that info , this bike is definitely on my radar . I can not find anything negative on this machine just wish it was available at a dealer near me
Thank you very much for watching the video, I really enjoyed the bike. I don't think you can ever go wrong with a Kawasaki!!
7:21 I love the look on your face when the plane goes overhead!
It interrupts my flow! Fortunately I'm not too close to an airport. Thank you very much for watching the video
Just a heads up, Kawasaki now has a low profile seat for this bike that is narrower at the front than the stock seat. This allows the legs to be closer together so you have more reach, which might solve the height issue.
First, thanks for watching the video and for your comment. Is it available in the US? When I did this review in May 2021, there was a lower seat available in the US, but it only lowered it less than an inch. There was a Euro lower seat that lowered it almost 3 inches, but that was not available in the US. I am talking about Kawasaki seats, not aftermarket.
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How are insurance rates? Being that it’s a Ninja
Support from India, nice vids man! :)
Thank you very much my friend. Someday I want to do a motorcycle adventure in India, I have never been there.
Akshay, the great Z1000SX enthusiasts in India helped me make a purchase decision in the USA. Thanks guys! 🇮🇳💚🇺🇸
That was a nice review.✌️
P.s. you should have discussed the cons as well.
Thank you very much for watching and for your comment. To be honest, in the two weeks I had the bike, I didn't find any cons. The only issue was the height, which I go into detail about here: czcams.com/video/w5MmirQrzug/video.html. But I am short so most riders probably won't have an issue with it.
Con: no centerstand
Great review! I am picking mine up in a week or so. I am a bit worried about the weight. I am spoiled by my current bike the Ninja 400 which is so light. Hopefully I will get used to it and learn how to control it at slow speeds as well as the 400.
Are you short? That was my problem. It was just a bit too tall for me. Thanks for watching, enjoy your bike and please subscribe to my channel!
Thanks. Great review especially for height. Every other reviewer on youtube consider people are 6ft.
Thanks for watching and for your comment. I always discuss height as it can be an issue with most sportbikes, as most have a seat height of at least 30 inches, which is about my maximum. I made a specific video about the height of the Ninja 1000, check it out: czcams.com/video/w5MmirQrzug/video.html
Similar height. Thanks. But once she's past 5mph, thoughts?
There's also a lower oe seat available.
My understanding is there's 3 riding modes no?
Hi @@EvMc305 i did a test ride on this and z900. Z900 felt quite heavy compared to this may be ninja 1000 has lower cog. Z900 has more weight on the upper side(near tank). While riding you don’t feel much of weight but the one i test ridden was leaning bit towards right may be because of injured shoulder. The moment i sat on z900 i felt in love with ninja 1000. Yes it has three riding mode sports, rain, road and one is rider which is user customisable.
@@EvMc305 There was no problem once I was moving. I had to be on tippy toes at stop lights and cannot get both feet on the ground. No passenger is possible and it's at the limit of my height. There is a lower seat but it's not that much lower. I think the US lower seat is less than an inch lower and the Euro lower seat is 2.5 inches lower.
Yes, there are multiple riding modes. Kawasaki keeps it simple, with Sport, Road, and Rain modes. Sport and Road offer full power, though the Road mode has a less aggressive throttle response. Traction control is at a minimum in the Sport mode, and kicked up a bit for the Road mode.
@@FreddySherman euro seat? Do tell
Great review , had the money saved for mine.... COVID hit ,no work couldn’t buy it good to know it’s a great bike tho
Sorry to hear that, I hope things will be back to normal soon and maybe you will be riding a 2021 model later next year!! Thanks for watching the video, it's a great bike, although a bit too big for me.
Writing this review from India. Planning to buy this beauty. Not very sure if I can get good aftermarket side bags here though.
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Thanks for your simple worded review. Hare Krishna.
Here in the US, these hard ones come stock with the 1000SX version. If you get the sport version, it's more of a race bike.
Good luck on your purchase, let me know what you do! Thanks for watching and please subscribe to my channel.
Is this bike too heavy for a beginner-intermediate skill rider? I am 5'5" and 28 inseam. I am comparing bikes around this price point. Like 15k OTD. Aprilia RS 660, KTM 890 duke R, kawasaki zx6r and some adventure bikes. I know they are different categories but like I said I tend to compare prices. Will be using mainly for commute to and from work, so a lot of freeway riding and split laning :)
given your height, which is the same as mine, I would say yes it's too big and heavy for a beginner or intermediate rider. It's also probably overpowered for what you would need as an intermediate rider for commuting. The engine is twice as big as what you really need for what you said you want to do with it. The bike is also very tall unlike a cruiser bike so it's hard to control when you're not moving for us shorter riders.
Hi Fred. Please share your thoughts on the engine heat primarily at traffic lights and in stop and go traffic. Thanks 🏍️✌🏼🏍️
Thanks for watching a video. I had no engine heat issues whatsoever. I did a few 100 plus mile rides, and I rode it here in Palm springs where it was over a hundred degrees. I didn't really notice or feel any engine heat and it wasn't an issue.
@@FreddySherman I own a 2014 model year since new. There is definitely heat. But, all of my bikes have had varying degrees of heat. My SV650 threw off a great deal of heat and my '98 Triumph T595 Daytona throws off a considerable amount as well. How much you feel depends upon what you are wearing. Most of the heat on the Ninja is at the seat/tank interface. Maybe the newer models have better heat management or different ducting.
@@felony53 I think you're probably right, I can only speak to what I actually experienced writing it for about 3 weeks. I should note that I always ride with heavy Kevlar motorcycle jeans called dragon jeans. but also it was very hot, I live in Palm springs so most of the time when I was riding the outside temperature was at least 100°.
Riding not writing
This is such a lovely bike. Probably the limit of practicality as far as speed and power.
I just wish it was not so bad looking compared to the ZX 10.
But damn, the value prop is crazy.
I agree, you really can't beat it. Remember the saddle bags are easily removable, making it less adventure-y more sporty like the ZX10.
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Big fan 👌 bro from India
Thanks for watching Bro, I have a lot of viewers from India! I hope to visit someday.
Thanks for the review sir. Do you mind if I ask if the windshield is adjustable? Thanks Mark
It is and sorry I meant to show more of that. THere is a level under it, you push the lever down and it goes from very vertical to very sloped. Also, this bike had the optional larger windshield, but the standard one is adjustable too. Thank you for watching the video.
@@FreddySherman Sure thing, and thanks for the reply. Was the wind protection good at highway speed and how was the buffeting if any if you don't mind me asking? Thanks again Mark.
@@mkoehler222 I would say it was decent. You really need to get down on the tank to be totally protected. Even with the larger windshield in the most upright position, it's not like the windshield on a Harley or touring bike. I did ride it 100 miles on the freeway, with a full face helmet and didn't have any issues. It's made to push most of the air up and over your head, even when you're sitting upright.
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@@FreddySherman thanks for taking the time to reply again that information is very helpful. I have an Indian ftr now and really like it but I am needing some wind protection. I did put a little universal screen on it but maybe something more factory designed would be better. The luggage option is also attractive as well. I will subscribe and be looking for the videos. Thanks Mark
@@mkoehler222 You're never going to get as much wind protection as you get on a touring bike with a big vertical windshield. The saddlebags are very big and easy to take off or put on. It's great for a roadtrip alone or with a passenger. Unfortunately it was too big for me to ride with a passenger.
How's the riding position? Aggressive site a super bike or more comfortable like a touring bike? Thanks!
Good question and it's a good mix of both it allows you to ride in either position quite comfortably. You can put your chest down on the tank and really race it or you can be kind of vertical and a touring position it works both ways. I did do a couple of a hundred mile runs in more of a touring situation and had no back pain or neck pain or anything else like that which I have had on other sport bikes.
@@FreddySherman thanks! Good to know!
what are your thoughts vs. the Traces 9 GT if you want to ride the 1000SX for real and long touring with your pillion? Is the saddle of the SX less comfortable for the pillion compared with the one of the Tracer 9?
I have not ridden the Yamaha so I really can't comment on the differences. I did check it out online and I think the Ninja is more of a sportbike than the Tracer 9. Also this bike is heavier and more powerful with a bigger engine. I think if you want a serious sportbike / superbike with saddlebags and other touring features, the Ninja is for you. If you want a touring bike with some sportbike features, the Tracer 9 is a better choice.
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@@FreddySherman thx for your thoughts! I guess I will have to ride both bikes with my pillion for one whole day and decide after..
@@mickrick84 Yes, that is always the best way to decide as everyone is different and all that matters is how it feels to you.
@@FreddySherman yes and especially to my pillion..
@@mickrick84 Yes. And you know the NInja is already set up for two people.
Fred, any similarities between this motorcycle and other Ninjas in Kawasaki's line largely ends with the number of cylinders. Other than some sundry fasteners and bits they share no major mechanical components whatsoever.
Thank you, I have learned from comments like yours that it's not the same engine at all, it's even a different displacement. I was confused since Kawasaki repeatedly says it was "inspired" by the race bikes. Thanks for watching and for the info.
Great review. I especially like how you pinpoint its particularities for everyday riding.
I'm thinking about this bike as a more comfortable and touring-compatible replacement for my naked Suzuki GSX-S 1000. Do you have any experience in comparing the two?
Thank you very much for watching the video and for your comment. I do try to point that out in all my reviews, and I try to get motorcycles and cars for at least a few weeks to drive to really see what it's like to drive / ride it on a daily basis. I think it's important to do that for a good review, not just take it on a single ride or something like that to really live with it for a while.
How's the seat. I use to have the older model and the seat was the worst in the business. thanks
I didn't have any specific issues with it, other than the bike being a bit too tall for me. I did a few 100-mile rides with no real pain or problems, but a bit of back pain due to me not riding a lot.
@@FreddySherman How tall are you? thanks
@@silverviper2184 very short, 5'5"
You know I'm looking for them Luxury Donuts in the parking lot.
I'm happy to show off in a car, but showing off on a motorcycle tends to lead to death or injury 😢😢 also donuts, I could barely keep this thing vertical!
@@FreddySherman Looking super duper Fred!
I am looking at the Ninja 1000SX this year. I've read conflicting information concerning the passenger backrest/top luggage rack is not an option or even possible to install for whatever reason. Can anyone verify this? Bit of a deal breaker for me (well... my wife anyway). Thanks!
What country are you in? They have different options for US vs. Europe vs. Japan, etc. In the USA, I checked the Kawasaki website and it shows for the 2020 Ninja 1000SX they do offer a hard shell top case (and mounting hardware) and a top case backrest pad. These same accessories are NOT listed as available for the 2021 model. Perhaps the 2020 stuff fits on the 2021 model, I would check with your local dealer. Thanks for watching and please subscribe to my channel!
@@FreddySherman Thank you for the reply - I'm in Canada. Some say yes , some no... guess it would be better to just call Kawasaki direct about it. Thanks again!
@@Ttwister Yes, they have a toll-free number you can call. I believe Canada is the same as US, so I do not think it's an option for 2021 model. Dealers probably have 2020s still available though and as I mentioned, the 2020 accessories may fit on the 2021 model.
Hi Jeff
I hope you are doing good.
Did you purchased ninja 1000sx.
@@chiragvijayvergia587 not yet. It's just the wrong season to buy a motorcycle in Canada, none of the dealerships here even have one set up to sit on yet. At least now I know what I'm going to buy, just need to wait a bit for it:). Thanks.
Fuel consumption?
Yes, it does that! I didn't really do any long rides to gauge that. It's rated at 49 mpg and that seems right. Thanks for watching and please subscribe.
"It's a big bike"
Coming form a Tiger 800 this one feels so small and nimble 🤣
Different kind of bikes, but they are about the same height. The Tiger is made to go off road, so it's much larger with longer suspension travel. Thanks for watching the video and please subscribe to my channel. I am reviewing the Kawasaki Versys 600 which is similar to the Tiger.
A decent review, but your comment of the motor being basically the same as the ZX10R, but the ZX just has a bit more... Really? lol
The ZX motor is completely different, almost zero parts in common and makes another 60hp at the crank...
Thanks for watching and for the info. I just assumed it was basically the same engine, just not tuned for high performance. Kawasaki kind of promotes it like that, like it's based on or derived from the race engine.
@@FreddySherman Yeah, it's a completely different displacement, I don't know that they share any parts in common. They sell it as a "superbike for the road", but there is a wide gap in performance between the two... Night and day.
@@SquireSCA Thank you again for the info. If it's a different displacement, then it's clearly a totally different engine. I thought it was like BMW M5 vs M550i, same engine, just tuned more or less.
@@FreddySherman No worries, just being pedantic on my part. lol
@@SquireSCA I need it as I'm no expert.
There is a low seat option.
Yes, but in the US, the lower seat is less than 1 inch lower, which is barely anything. The Euro lower seat is a bit lower. Thanks for watching.
LEAVER. It's a LEEEEVER. (Leeeeeeveeeeeer.) Not a Levor.
I think that depends on where you're from, my strange friend. Here in California, we say lever but I know in places like the UK they say lee-ver.
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Potato, potato
Tomato, tomato
Hiiyyy...! Hahahaha
Hiya and thanks for watching the video!
You drive cars. Horses & motorcycles are ridden.
I agree but what about trikes and those Polaris slingshots do you drive or ride those?
Won't be subscribing as there were several inaccuracies and mistakes in your commentary and an obvious lack of knowledge or research.
Unfortunately it shows that you're probability more car focused compared to many of the dedicated motorcycle journalists.
Take care.
Thanks for watching the video and for your comment. I'm probably more travel-focused than anything as I'm mainly a travel writer.
Keep in mind not everyone who reviews bikes is an expert or even a daily rider. I'm honest about my experience and that I only get these bikes for a week or two so it's tough to learn everything about them. Also, people don't like long reviews, so it's difficult to include all the info I want to as the video would be 30 minutes long.
My reviews reflect my real level of experience, I have been riding street bikes for 30+ years but casually, like many people. I do think they give people a good look at the bike and a good idea of what it's like to ride.
Again, thanks for watching and I hope you'll watch some of my other bike videos before you pass judgement.
Very bad review lol
Very bad comment lol