2019 Kawasaki Ninja 400 | First Ride
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We're back at it with another First Ride and this time we're on the Kawasaki Ninja 400. Make sure to watch the Breakdown video if you are hearing me talk about comparisons and don't know what I'm talking about: czcams.com/video/dgzLKgEngag/video.html
chaseontwowheels whatâs up man! How are you doing?
Chase did you hear about the 249cc ZX25-R?
You should keep this up! Work your way through the classes. 650cc, 600cc, 1000cc, etc
@@tattoomotorcyclefreak there are no plans for it coming to the U.S.
7/10
When I was learning to ride, the idea of a beginner bike actually looking good was unheard of. Now they are just mini versions of the big boys. What a time to be alive.
But there were good smaller bikes available for the past few decades - just have to look for them. Like the 90s Bandit 400 (a 4 cylinder screamer with 15K rpm and I have one), GS500e and GSF500, Ninja 250s forever, standards/cruisers like the VT500, or mini sportbike like VTR250, etc.
@idrissmorocco23 Kawasaki ZXR 400, Kawasaki KR1S, Suzuki RGV 250, Honda CBR 400RR, Honda VFR 400, Honda RVF 400 - all 1980s-1990s, 60bhp, supersports with advanced chassis and advanced suspension. Red lines of up to 18,000 RPM. 140mph top speed compared with 115 mph of modern 400s.
They were highly advance motorcycles in their day. The bikes that are out now of that size are not as high performance. I rode some of those bikes back then. And they ooked amazing.
In Japan they still make high performance 400s but they're not usually exported.
@@ws8080 Kawasaki ZXR 400, Kawasaki KR1S, Suzuki RGV 250, Honda CBR 400RR, Honda VFR 400, Honda RVF 400 - all 1980s-1990s, 60bhp, supersports with advanced chassis and advanced suspension. Red lines of up to 18,000 RPM. 140mph top speed compared with 115 mph of modern 400s.
They were highly advance motorcycles in their day. The bikes that are out now of that size are not as high performance.
In the country of Japan they still make high performance 400s but they're not usually exported.
I agree with you. I also rode some of those motorcycles. They were a huge upgrade over the Yamaha RD 350 YPVS :-)
Love this !Smaller versions of the big boys but very effective in other ways that you don't see coming
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@@ws8080 Yeah, but I'm just talking about the styling. If you look at any of the faired beginner bikes from the past, they were always homely or at best plain Jane compared to the 600s and liters. The old Ninjas 250 and 500 stick out in particular.
easy maintenance, lower insurance, with some thrill - what's not to love.
@Bunnyshooter 223 now just get the other 2 things
@Bunnyshooter 223 - I hear ya but it's still like sitting in a Lazy Boy that scrapes when you scratch your ass.
It's all preference and it's all motorcycling. Enjoy
@Bunnyshooter 223 and a 1000cc+ bike is good for begginers how?
@Bunnyshooter 223 you're high. your average screamin' eagle TM harley sounds like it's fucking broken.
I'm paying 108 a year for my ninja 400 im 26 years old With a speeding ticket on my record going 35 over the speed limit. It's my daily rider. I sold my car and all I ride is my bike
You really gotta thank Kawasaki for doing a 400. Driving the prices for the 300 and 250 down for beginners to really start instead of buying a brand new one.
Indeed. Absolutely no need to buy new if it's your first bike.
nowadays those bike rocks...a guy could buy a ninja 400 and ride it forever, back in the 90's or 80's a ninja 500 or 250 really sucked balls by comparison.
Good point, my friend. I agree.
@@ragimundvonwallat8961 didnt i see you on a sr400 video? Lol
@@HooDRidEWhiteY yeah,,,im a low cc kind of guy...mostly
As a current owner of a 2018 Ninja 400 KRT edition I have to say this is by far the best 400 review I've found on CZcams, great job! It is my first bike so I can't really say anything by comparing it to say the R3, but there are a few things I've noticed about my 400. To start, personally I don't like the look of the mirrors so i swapped them for my brothers old 300 mirrors which I think makes it look much better. The clutch is just how you said, it lets out early and although I stalled a few times at lights while still learning the feel for it, it was not difficult to pick up and use at low speeds. The bike does not like going into neutral while slowing down for a stop which is probably more of a personal preference. There is very few upgrades available besides exhaust and maybe windscreens, but that's most likely due to it being newer then most bikes. The instrument cluster scratches very very easily. After the first wash with clean microfiber towels i noticed it had a scratch right down the middle and more popped up after a few more washes. Lastly, the abs seems to turn on at almost every stop. This is not me grabbing a hand full of break in an emergency stop or the roads being wet, these are casual stops coming up to lights or stop signs. That being said I haven't had an issue mechanically with it or had it fail on me, I just wish I didn't feel it activate on almost every stop. Overall these aren't very major things, in my time of owning the bike I've never had a mechanical issues and I've loved every second of it. This video was by far more accurate than any 400 bike review I've seen and I think you really nailed it with this one.
Thanks for the added input Logan. I appreciate people giving us info who have had the bike longer than the 40 min I spend on them.
Do you still have trouble with the abs? Looking to get a 2022 or 21 if i can find one
@@LandonClimbs as of now I've got almost 12k miles on the bike. Ended up swapping some after market levers on it and it seemed to eliminate the problem, probably just needed a clutch adjustment or something. But besides that the bike is exactly the same as the time of this post and it hasn't given me any issues. I believe I mentioned they run a little hot, since the post I have moved to Arizona and have not had any issues with that either. My biggest advice is watch the Temps, set some money asides for gaskets, they'll most likely need to be replaced before the 8k mile mark. Besides that it's been a great bike and the newer models look awesome!
@@loganrupp3915 what levers did you get? Do you like them?
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I wonder what people think when they see you waving your hands around đ
I think people nowadays are more aware that one can be talking via Bluetooth...
I completely agree about it being better to have the extra power. I think in situations where an accident is probable, most people only think to hit the brakes but, in some cases more speed is required. More power gives you the ability to accelerate better in the gear your in and, also gives you room in the rpm range to drop a gear and raise the revs, to shoot out of the scenario.
Just get a H2 then lol
But you need to kniw what you're doing...
Yeah but the issue then is that when they are riding in a safe environment where theyÂŽre very unlikely to be in an accident, they might not be able to handle the power, they could get too confident and get in a crash and potentially die. It would be a shame to lose a fella after his 6 months of riding because he bought a 650cc as his first bike, got too confident and crashed. I havenÂŽt gotten my first bike yet because I do not have the money for it, I agree that sometimes more power would be better to have though, I might be wrong with that whole "handle the power" thing. Correct me if IÂŽm wrong
I don't know why I'm watching this, I already own a Ninja 400 and I love it.
Even took it on a 1600 mile round trip, both ways in one stint.
Edit for the replies: The trip was 800 miles there and back. On my channel I uploaded a timelapse of the 800 mile trip back home if anyone wants to see. On the initial trip I was riding with a buddy who needed more frequent stops so it was more relaxed and took ~14 hours. The trip back I had to rush back solo. I did make a stop for breakfast but other than that I just kept riding till I needed a fill-up. I had an issue with my license plate breaking off my hinge for.. photographs.. which I also had to stop for to deal with at one point.
Overall though, the ride was not bad for me; but I am pretty young and capable of riding all day. My arms didn't really feel tired or sore because I have a go-cruise (an essential for long trips). The only thing that did get sore after maybe 5-6 hours was my behind.
no way how was that!? thinking about driving to another state to buy myself one and ride back
I would like to know also how was that trip? How far would you go before you would start to feel tired or started to hurt?
Me too
Same here. Had mine since August and can't get enough riding it!
I have a ninja 400 almost have 500 miles and itâs my first bike. I ride it every day and can say itâs amazing to be able to ride it with no problems and even have fun on boring city roads
I've ridden the r3 and ninja 400. Ninja 400 spanks the r3. The ninja 400 is considerably faster and the clutch is much easier to use for beginners. I didn't at all feel like the 400 was less planted than the r3 as chase mentioned.
The issue he was having is tires, part of every new bike I get is heres a set of real rubber please install and remove that trash. I can see this bike could be more fun in the city and twistes than most of the 650's with some cheep and simple modes. Exhaust, change the clutch springs, brake pads, ecu flash and you get cheaper insurance better milage and plenty of power for the đ€
If a Ninja 400 is low CC what's a 200 CC Minion CC?
@@Cejafer dirt bike with flashers?
I wish for newer riders there was a yamaha r4 because I love the looks but don't want a buzzy first bike.
I know Kawasaki's traditionally green, but this is IMO my favorite color. I wish they made more bikes with this color.
1113stve This is one of the most beautiful reds Iâve ever seen.
@@PDPIE1029 It's too bad they don't offer it on the 650 anymore
1113stve Yeah, I love my red 400 from them but the thing that would prevent me from buying Kawasaki is the color options. Green isnât for everyone and Honda and Suzuki both have some color options that have more red than just the kill switch. What do you ride?
My passion red 2016 Ninja 300 looks even better than this red.
Mark A Iâve heard good things about the 300s!! Ride safe my guy!!
Iâve got a fully modified 2020 R3 thatâs producing similar RWHP to the Ninja 400. After riding with a 400 and 650 in the mountains I could tell itâs got more torque, and with the same modifications Iâve done to my R3 it would even rival the Ninja 650 on the street/commuting. I love my R3, it looks amazing too, but purely for the track/commuting and as a bike you would keep as a beginner and grow into, Iâd recommend the Ninja 400. It even includes a slipper clutch, and itâll do 0-60 in 4.09 seconds with a capable rider. Stock the R3 does this in 5.1 seconds. The Ninja 400 will hit 110 in 19 seconds, whereas the Yamaha R3 hits that in 28 seconds. The R3 has a more aggressive riding position, looks amazing, and is a blast through the corners. Yamaha needs to make a 400 or at least update the R3âs engine, bigger bore and a 270 crank, or make an R4 inline-4.
Yamaha R3 for looks, Ninja 400 for performance & Value.
I have a 400 and having a r3 would be nice to have, heck I want a vstar 250 but that's another story, you have a flashed ecu and lighter chain and sprockets?
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The Ninja 400 with velocity stacks, filter, full exhaust and a tune puts down some impressive numbers. Iâve seen 53-55 whp. Thatâs around/slightly over 60 bhp. A ninja 650 makes 67 bhp. And the Ninja 400 weighs a lot less. For the money, the Ninja 400 is such an awesome little rig. I will digress that the R3 does look a bit better, a bit more aggressive like a real super sport. The Ninja 400 still looks pretty good though.
7:39 poor guy is trying to merge in but nobody is letting him in lol
thats why you have to drive aggressively
People are dicks
Rule number one, never use your blinker. Cause apparently that signals everyone to speed up đ€·ââïž Just gotta gun it and go for it
Partly his own fault. Should have already been in that lane if he was planning on turning there.
@@kharizmaaa then get yelled at for not using your blinkers lol it's a lose lose situation
This bike is sooooo much fun!! I got my 2023 a few weeks ago, a return to bikes after a 8 year hiatus. I don't care if you are a new rider or an experienced squid, you will LOVE this bike. 100% guaranteed!!!
Isn't it squished up ergos ?
@@leeinwis no, it isn't really any smaller than any sport bike
I used to do suburban commuting (no highway) in the early 90s with a Ninja 250, and this brought me back. Fun stuff!
Bought my first bike just last month! Went with the 2022 Kawasaki Ninja 400 and it handles like a dream. Thanks for all of your videos on first rides and learning to ride. It has helped me tremendously. Keep up the good work brother!
Howâs your Ninja treating you? Have you done any longer rides on it yet?
You mention people going from litre bikes to small capacity sports bikes and I sort of fell into that too. Went from a 2009 CBR600RR to a 2020 Ninja 400. Main reason was that I was sick of commuting into the city on the Honda, it was just so twitchy and uncomfortable at low speeds. Two months in and no regrets. Cheaper insurance, cheaper fuel, a delight to commute on, and so light and flickable that itâs a blast on the weekends or when I want to take the back roads home. Yet to be in a position where I thought âdamn I wish I was on the CBR nowâ, and I loved that bike!
whew.. I love this first ride video. Really lights up the fire in me to get this bike. Really looking forward to the beginning of the year.
love your reviews because you get third person rolling shots keep it up :)
Great review! BTW riding this bike for almost a year (beginner, first bike) I love the soft clutch and the neutral was never trouble at all
I went from riding 1000cc to this bike and it's been one of the best decisions ever. I love my 2020 Ninja 400. I forgot how fun it is to ride a "slow" bike fast. I'm 5' 10" and this bike fits me perfectly. Comfortable, quick and nimble in urban settings and even highway. This is the ultimate commuter bike that can carve up the back roads like it means business!
Hey man. Im in a similar boat and have a 2015 R1 but now want to get a commuter friendly, fuel efficient bike. Deciding between this or a 600 supersport. Why did you go the 400 ninja route?
@@thatfishbreeder I went with the 400 because of a more comfortable riding position. I'm almost 49 and my lower back can ache after long rides. Also, much lower insurance costs. The Supersport is more of the Track bike for the street where the 400 is the more realistic urban commuter with the exception of long highway rides being exhausting.
One of the best reviews I've seen recently... thanks and more power !
You totally obviously loved this bike man. You had so many good things to say about it. How did it not win your low CC challenge?
I own a 2019 ninja 400 and love it. Gets better after engine break in. Great on mountain twisties, great engine break, great commuter. I'm 6'1" 215 and it hauls me around fine. Love that red color.
Why improved after the break in ?
Thank you for the video. You have convinced me to get a Kawasaki Ninja 400 as my first bike thank you sir
I just how much youâre laughing and having fun on this bike! It really adds to the review!
He does that with all bikes.
I've had a 300 and 650 sport bike and a 250 dual sport throughout riding for four years. I recently purchased this due to the all-around perfection of the bike. Hardly anyone would downsize in cc's but I think I made the right choice.
Cool story
@@theyweredeadwhenigotthere1391 cringy to comment something that adds no value on a year old post.
@@kylegifford546 cringy? you're a random guy on CZcams lol I honestly couldnt care less ;)
@@theyweredeadwhenigotthere1391 cool story
Your inseam shrank 4 inches since you rode the R3. Might wanna see a doctor about that.
I didn't know his inseam, but when I heard 28 I was like WAAAAT đ
Tyrion Lannister, ride-review.
Very observant! Kudos, Sir!
lol!
What's inseam ?
Haven't watched your channel for a few months....1 million subs. Congratulations!
ive had over a half dozen bikes over the last 12 or so years. i had a shadow 1100 bobber i built, as a commuter, so i didnt need to take my vtx 1800, out for short trips, so last year, but after moving i realized i needed something more agile, and sold the bobber, bought a 2021 ninja 400. i love that lil bike. every time i take it out i come back with a bigger grin. sure i could have gotten a bigger bike, but this lil bike is soo much fun.
Outro crew score: 8/10
Chase you didn't talk about the brakes, one of the most crucial parts about a motorcycle.
Right? I was looking for a comment that said that exact thing but I almost thought I was the only one thinking about brakes..
The brakes on my Ninja 300 were so weak and the ABS so aggressive it's night and day compared to my RC 390 which let's me brake properly hard without interfearing with ABS. I just wonder how the 400 is compared to the 300..
@@karwannouri8266 The brakes on the N400 is one of the weak points... RC390 has better brakes then the R3 or this.
@@karwannouri8266 I own a RC390 too and one of the reasons why R3 and Ninja 400 seem like kind of a turn off is because of the brakes, they don't even get a radially mounted kit, with R3 getting no name branded brakes with very small calipers. I just cannot understand how they made such good bikes but decided to cheap out on the one thing that matters the most about a motorcycle.
Rode this bike for 16 hours this year. Its super comfy but needs a bigger windshield for interstate roads. BUT absolutely fun! I love how much fun I get to have anywhere I go. 3k miles and still counting
I will say that several years ago when my dad got his first bike, he got a Ninja 500 (I mentioned this was years ago, right?). On of his reasons for doing so is that there were three (3) different roads near him that had speed limits 60+ mph (including one interstate) and to get anywhere, he would have to use at least one of them. At the time, he was deciding between a 250 and a 500 and was worried that the 250 wouldn't be able to handle the highways in a safe manner. I'm thoroughly impressed that Kawasaki has been able to bring that capability down to a 400cc class bike and THAT IT HAS COMPETITION.
Thank you for this review.
This is my favorite one out of the class and the best video of the class that youâve review ! Thanks bro !!
I have no idea how many times I've watched this and still like it đâ€ïžđ
Ninja 400 use slipper clutch, that's why the engine brake are smoother
THANK YOU... every time lol, just wanted to say that
Going to pick up my 2023 400 Saturday đ€.. canât wait
I've had my ninja 400 for about a month now and I LOVE it! I'm 6'3, 230 lbs so I'm almost too big for it but I can still comfortably ride it. It's my first bike and I'm having no problems learning on it. My cousin got his R3 the same time I got the 400 and they're very similar as far as power/speed, but he's a bit smaller than I am. I think either would be a great starter bike, but the 400 felt better for someone my height
So Iâm about 30 pounds heavier and 2 inches taller, do u think I should go with the ninja 650 instead?
Your camera always messes with me I always look for a car beside you or a drone but I don't see anything lmao
Itâs because itâs different footage lol
Nice video chase thank you for making the first rides
first bike was a 82KZ 550 and had to sell it and i got a 2006 ninja 250 when i graduated. now come spring of 2022 ill be the proud owner of a brand new 2021 ninja 400
Got my Ninja 400 in 'Passion Red'. Gorgeous looks, great exhaust noise and a pleasure to ride. I'm in the break-in period so not being too rough on it - but hope to do so soon!!!
On tuesday I'll get mine, it's a blue one. Super excited as well lol
Beautiful red color. Love that candy apple red. I still like Kawasaki Green whenever possible but that red looks sharp!
Thank you for doing this video, honestly it feels like a complete opposite to yammin noob videos, this is going to be my first bike most definitely.
I started on a 2017 R3 and it was great. Ended up trading it last year for a 2018 R6. Donât regret it as the R6 is one of my favorite bikes; having said that I just bought a 2019 R3 for the track. That are cheap and super fun at the track. I was actually looking at a ninja 400 or the RC390 but I got a sweat deal on the R3.
You always comment on how far in or out the clutch engages/disengages, that has nothing to do with the bike and everything to do with how the dealer sets up the clutch cable. The friction zone varies bike to bike but the positioning is easily adjusted
Also throttle free play
Great review Chase! As far as not feeling planted, do you know what tire pressure you were running? I think that plays a big difference. I know dealerships overload the tire pressure because the bikes could sit for long periods of time. Even after i get my bike serviced, I have to release a ton of air pressure, and when I do, it makes a big difference in overall grip. Anyway, good stuff Chase!
best review if the 400 yet .atm i'm going for my bike license test in a month and this is at the top of the list thus far to get as my first bike!
I'm getting one myself
Iâm picking up my new Ninja 400 from the dealership in a few days. Iâm so excited!
Spot on review. I bought a ninja 400 bc of you. Definitely still feels peppy after 6k miles and definitely has enough power to throw you into a corner too fast if you are a new rider and not careful.
does it struggle on the highway at all?
@@ifyouseethisyouregay9175 nope
Fair Review Chase! You weighed it all out well. Good Job!
Went from an R1 to a fjr1300 to a ninja 400 and I do not regret it. I do mostly city driving now so it made sense
Great video,
I love the new 400
Thanks for posting.
Love the red.
That was a well spent, 29 mins/54 secs. Great vid - cinematography/editing/commentary etc.
Especially the highway chill speeds/passing ability/wheelie pops... Bike porn...
Small displacement fans/converts? Imo it's chill-factor with fun, if you can avoid being utterly handicapped.
Then: low cost, low insurance and economical all around.
Nice job đđ» Motorcycle videos are so much better when you have the riders camera, and a chase car camera. It definitely gives a better understanding of the bike. I am curious what camera the chase car uses...video quality is excellent. đđŒđč I just picked up the blizzard white 2020 400...its a blast! đŻđđșđž
Just got the 2020..Love your page....Havent rode mine yet...hopefully its fun
You can adjust the friction zone using the screws on the clutch lever limiting the bowden. For more details: Ask Brian how to do it. ;-) In addition, the early engaging clutch might also be the cause why the gears are not switching smoothly and that neutral is hard to find. So no new lever needed but just a little bit of adjustment. =)
Great video bro!! I would like u to do a first ride on the Honda cbr500r of 2019. I would appreciate that
Can't wait for the RC390 first ride, I had that bike and upgraded to a Daytona 675R after watching your videos on that bike. I think you'll love the RC390. I also rode the Ninja 400, doing about 600 miles on one with my friend. She was the pillion for the first 300 of those miles and it will take a passenger no problem.
I had a 2015 RC390 and her bike was a 2018 Ninja 400. The RC390 topped out at 111mph with just me on it and then it would bounce off the rev limiter. The Ninja 400 with her as a passenger we did 121 mph and it still had more to go. So it's got a better top speed if that matters to someone. You could fix the RC by changing out the gearing for sure.
Last note, she still owns the Ninja 400 and she damn near killed me when I sold the RC390. She loved that bike over and above her 400. She described it as a much better handling bike and she felt more confident on it. She was a brand new rider, so that might be worth the point for the RC390.
About the neutral problem, the ninja 400 (and other Kawasaki I think) have "Positive Neutral Finder", which basically when you are stopped from first you can only go into neutral, and once moving it's harder to find neutral so you it's more difficult to have false neutral shifts.
My Kowasaki Versys 650 has this and I love it. I was actually puzzled why it was so hard to find neutral while riding but not while stopped when I was just messing with the gears trying to see how easy a false shift would be from 1st to 2nd. I didn't realize it was designed that way intentionally. Also why I couldn't seem to get it into 2nd while stopped.
Really great for new riders especially
The coloring on the camera car video is straight 3D game
Cousin just bought a used ninja 300, I have a fz07 and my brother will be buying a ninja 400 pretty soon . I can't wait to ride the 400
400 is the best, beats the r3, I bought mine used, and love it, got the orange and black one, had a coolant leak which was pretty bad cost was gonna be very expensive, the warrant ended a year ago, called Kawasaki and they are covering that huge repair bill for me, couldnât be any happier
Was the leak something on other N400âs?
grumpysquid no, but doesnât mean it canât happen, ninjas are very reliable but hey shit happens, same could happen too a reliable car
Josh Mai can you tell me how to make the clutch lever less loose/spongy?
grumpysquid the cable connected too the clutch, thereâs a washer connected too a pice that touching the clutch twist that and it should fix your issue
Josh Mai thank you sir!
"We're doing 95 and can easily keep going."
Me on the MSF course with a twitchy KTM Duke 200 afraid to go 20: -_-
Wow, now I really like that one. About it being nimble, it makes since because my ZX14 is feels the same (what you described) considering it is pushing 600 lbs. Maybe the Kawi engineers actually know what they are doing đ
I learned and owned an 03 gz250 for a few years after my senior year in HS but sold it couple years ago. I want to get back into riding so bad and so far nothing is comparable to the 400 in the lower class bracket it seems! Cheap and fast enough for thrill and safety but not too fast. STOKED
This collor is amazing!
I know this is about the small cc sport bikes. But, a 2005 Ninja 500r has 60bhp with ~100cc more and can easily tote an extra body. Something to think about.
also, 8/10
Please do the mid-cc supersports after this beginner series. I just wanted to see you do a first ride on the new zx636 đ
I want 1 also
Yes please.
Next do a high cc bike shootout (1300cc+)
Iâm very interested in 636 as well
@@beningarfield6545 WHY?
C2w keep up the reviews and video's would love to see you review the 2020 zx6r?
Adding some aftermarket parts to this bike really wakes it up! I added a Akropovic header pipe, LeoVince Slip on muffler, Aftermarket high flow air filter. Power Commander V with a full tune. Sounds so much louder and is quite a bit faster than stock. Highly recommended.
nice video, please try the 2019 cbr 500r
I thought im gonna say the red and black is not for the ninja, but then as the video went along it grew on me, i dont know if im gonna buy my ninja in green now or in this â€ïž
I donât think its offered in Canada but I want this colour soooo bad
I really love this bike. I am hoping that they will update its forks and swing arms.
Here in Jamaica these little 300cc bikes are considered GOLD! Top of the line bikes.
yes you Jamaicans are very skinny and light
Had my choice between this and the r3. This would have been perfect if I had a 26â inseam and no right heel
a lil correction at 6:35 , Ninja 400 is actually lighter than Ninja 300 and R3
that might explain why its more maneuverable..
the reason why r3 feels more planted is due to its suspension and probably the body position
r3 has a stiffer suspension and a lil bit more leaned over than n400 but n400 has better brakes..
Ps. Overall i think n400 would win in terms of comparing the bikes specially with the prices so close to eachother..
Suspension is way cheaper to upgrade than engine/power output
BUT
if you dont mind having less power and really wants to go based on looks i think the r3 would win. those usd forks and dash makes it look like an expensive lil bike ..
What about my Austrian friends who make the RC390?
@@joshsmith5232 that thing is ugly! look wise..
Perfect review and exactly what Iâm looking for. I have just passed my mod 2 here in the UK and am planning on an R3 for my first bike but have been looking at these also. Subbed
Itâs been a year man what did you get?
What did you go for and how has it been? About to do my mod 2 and not sure what to get!! Looking at this, an R3 or a CBR650F..
I love my Honda 500-4 but I'm seriously thinking about stepping up to one of these
I love my ninja 400. Feels so light on the mountains, easily changes direction in the transition curves. Gotta lose the 10lb exhaust though
Also, I've had 2 up on the bike. It feels much more grounded but certainly a bit slower
Does the exhaust interfere with your right boot/shoe? Have you found that it runs a little hot? Do you have trouble going to neutral approaching stops and the bike prefers to engine brake?
Ninja gang
So I just started riding and my first bike was the ninja 400 and I overall just loved riding I was comfortable with ir
I can't wait to get mine.
As someone who started on a Ninja 300, I felt that all it needed was a little more power, even with me being 6'2" and a bit north of 200. Might just drop back down and pick up a 400, especially since most of my riding consists of back roads.
Dang this vid had me trippinâ. For a moment I was seriously considering getting a ninja 400 as a 2nd bike for commuting đ
Iâm one of those unicorns chase my previous bike was a FZS 1000 and now the happy owner of a 2021 ninja 400. it is the perfect bike in my opinion đ€
I have a 2016 300, really a fun bike. I've done exhaust, leds lights, and changed my grips. I used to ride bigger bikes, always found myself going too fast. So, my biggest thing about the smaller bike is, it's more fun to go fast on a slow bike. I ride with all types of bikes, and no one can hang with me in the curves. And really, that's where the fun is. Curvy roads is what I got a bike for anyways. So I'm really thinking about the graphite gray and green one. The gear/neutral issue was the same thing with the 300. After about 6k miles it just went away, so possibly just a break in issue? I have noticed a lot of people are tracking the smaller cc bikes because of the handling. I really like the looks of the Ninja 400. Great review man đ
I bought this bike for my son, but Iâve ended up loving it and riding it a lot.
Damn. Wish my parents would buy me a bike. Wanna be my dad?
You can adopt me I'll let u be my daddy and call u daddy for that bike lol
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Finally a bike review in your actual skill range
Doos
Just bought one, keeps up with my 900cc cruiser and is incredibly comfortable to ride
I've ridden and owned only cruisers for the past 3 decades (Hondas, HD's, Yamahas, and a Spyder) and wanna get a smaller displacement for twisties.
My last was a 1700 Warrior and I am ready for a quicker, lighter, nimble liquid cooled toy.
This bike seems like the way to go.
After these first rides of the beginner bikes, you should test ride a Honda Rebel 500. They are also good for beginners and it's only a 500cc engine.
fastcam27 yeah but they fuggly as hell
They are much heavier
9:44 Full throttle from a red traffic light to green is always fun. Cool design, as was the 2008's.
When going pretty fast, why do people let off the throttle then get back on it really quickly. They arenât shifting or anything. Do they just do that so it doesnât redline?
@@giat8074 While I don't do that, I'm guessing they like the effect of the engine responding to their input with the sound and the acceleration depending on the bike. I don't think it's to avoid redline as the engine would handle that if in the right gears at not at the very top speed.
BlackArro Cartoons thank you, so theres no need to let off the throttle and you can just stay on for however long you need
Like shifting or breaking
@@giat8074 Yes, absolutely. On the freeways, I hold the throttle steady as much as needed. My current bike has 35,000 miles on it, no issues holding the throttle in one spot.
Out of all the research Iâve done, I think this bike is the perfect medium
I just bought a Honda grom my 1st bike canât wait to level up to a ninja
I tried looking for this video during the 2 week âghostingâ of the channel and was sad that I couldnt find it
I've ridden for 3 years and have owned bigger bikes, I can honestly say when your broke and can't afford a big bike you will buy a smaller bike just to be able to get on two wheels again. I own a ktm Duke 390 and it's because I only had 3k cash to spend people also forget owning a bike and doing maintenance can be expensive and miles go up quick
Motorcycle Mayhem About to do the same. I only ride a 125 but Iâve been riding for 30k miles and I feel like upgrading to a 300/400 will be a waste of my money. But then again insurance, gas and maintenance will be cheaper. How do you feel riding at 300 all the time when you have experience on bigger bikes?
@@KidNamedKuddy the biggest difference is not riding highway as much and in town your less liking to be speeding. I will look down thinking I'm speeding and be doing the speed limit. On my bigger bike I would go around people ever chance I got, I'm not going to lie tho man bigger bikes are better mainly because of the usability and being able to have the power if you want it and going fast is fun. For highway use it's nice to ride in 6th gear and be able to cruise in low rpms at 80 mph without stressing the engine.
@@KidNamedKuddy I know with that 125 your cruising speed is 40-45 mph I remember Everytime I went up a hill I could only go 35-45. My ktm Duke 390 is the exact opposite and I have way more power down low. The only time I have issues is riding on highway feels like I'm stressing the engine. I can do 110mph but at 80 mph the bike starts to vibrate alot
@@motorcycleislife8296 if you're also concerned about maintenance costs, why tf did you buy a KTM of all bikes?
@@patw9175 because ktm Duke 390 was same price as a Grom used. Was originally going to get a Grom but 390 cc is better, and you sit upright like the Grom on the ktm. It's like a big Grom that goes 110mph
So I went from a 2006 zx10r, to a ninja 400. I loved the zx10r, but it wasnât really about money (as I owned the 10r outright and it was in great condition), but it was more about me using the bike more fully. The zx10r didnât feel like a street bike, it felt like it begged to be on the track. It wanted to go 120 all the time. The 400 has a lot of options the old one didnât have, and it feels like itâs getting an actual workout on the street. Iâm using it more.
The financial aspect isnât completely moot. You get better gas mileage, and the differential between when you buy it and when you sell it is way better on the 400. But honestly itâs not that big of a deal, unless you HAVE to buy new. Then youâll see a huge difference in price.
I have a 2018 Ninja 400. 20,000 miles; the only thing i have replaced is the tires,oil and air filter;really good bike!
Damn I'm torn between the r3 and ninja 400, I want some go but I don't want to sit up too high, plus I'm 6ft and I plan on tucking