Kawasaki Ninja 400 owner's review | The perfect commuter motorcycle?
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- čas přidán 27. 04. 2019
- 4-month ownership review of my Kawasaki Ninja 400 KRT (MY2018). I go through the build quality, the ergonomics, the extras I've bought, the acceleration and braking, the quality of the suspension and the tires, how it works as a commuter and how comfortable it is on bad roads, plus some considerations on cost of ownership and on the real need for more powerful bikes. Shot in Lisbon.
*The adjustable levers are from Puig, not R&G.
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Great review, always nice to hear from other riders who've got one long term. Definitely best in the KRT colours if you ask me, and those lights are great a night. I've still got to get the adjustable levers, and an exhaust, it sounds decent when you did those speed runs, but for around town it's too quiet. Some great scenery there too, cool to see other parts of the world from a motorcyclists view. People would go crazy if we filtered like that here, our car drivers are a lot less aware.
It is a bit quiet around town, but I couldn't justify the price of an Akrapovic, an Arrow, an SC Project or a Leo Vince (brands I trust), and around here we need them to be Euro 4 legal... Filtering is definitely an art.
Moto Journo Kris, Where are you?
They would lose their minds coz you pushed in too. I have seen some hilarious reactions to bikes filtering, people are starting to get used to it a bit more. Still a long way to go though here in Australia.
I think this is one of the reviews of the ninja 400 I have seen, amazing facts about the bike as you are using it in the real world. I want to get that for my first bike but was questioning it but you have just made up my mind. Iam getting one! Thank you
Cheers, man!
Great content dude, think I will get a ninja 400 next year. Thanks for the quality review.
Thanks, mate.
Great review , nice to see you included the extra mods . Aslo great testing location , surprised to see so many Dacia taxis :D
Thanks, mate! Dacia taxis rule.
really great review bro... enjoyed watching you ride..🙌smooth and agile..nice one
Thanks, man!
Really nice review!
"Oh thouse trousers...questionable!" :)))) I loved your video, man, can't wait to get my 400!
And got a 650... :)))
Oh, good choice man, I don't think you can go wrong with a Kawasaki! What do you think of it?
@@motozest7856 I don't know yet, unfortunately it's still in the garage, I can't ride it, it's not registered on my name yet. This afternoon, hopefully!
I am a beginner, I hope it will be good. My only concern is my height, I am 6.1 (185 cm) tall. Maybe I will get the high seat, that raises it with 1 inch.
Yeah, that'll likely help. Give me a feedback!
@@blacksunlori Update on the 650? Looking to get a 400 for my first bike but want to hear your thoughts
It’s a lovely bike man I’d pick this over all the lightweight bikes. Great parallel twin engine,good fuel and price is sweet.
It won't certainly do *everything*, but if you mainly commute and hit some twisties every now and then it's perfect!
MotoZest
Yeah I’ll might trade my Z125 pro for one 👍
Death Troopers I just got a z400. Def worth it
Still have my z125 as welll.
Very good video I liked how you put up the times and similarity to an Audi.
Cheers, mate.
nice review..I recently had my one year plate inspection and forgot you had to put the bike on for headlights.. the guy said I think you have a bulb out.. I was like..what the.... then it dawned on me.. lol.. I would buy the 400 krt again.. it has "enough" power.. light and nimble.. I wouldn't ride it across country nor was it a consideration when I purchased it... but its a good bike for what it is, at this price point. tail tidy was a must and after market slip-on exhaust... that about does it.. enjoy your ride..
Absolutely. Perfect city commuter, obviously not the best for big trips. The tail tidy does wonders and I think the adjustable levers were also a very good investment. I'm not a fan of slip-on exhausts, though, especially on small displacement bikes - they sound a bit ridiculous to me, a bit like a Dachshund barking like he's a Rottweiler!
Had mine for a couple weeks now, LOVE IT
I appreciate the conversions
Gonna be my 1st bike. Doing the class this week
Great choice, mate.
Really wish I got this bike instead of the cb300f lol
Yup, you should've.
Enjoy what you have.
Just got a cbr500r lol
@@Mikemendez21 oh no, a second low class Honda error 😜
Just got a 2019 Z400 for my commute. Funfunfun
As the great papa yam says: “Bikes are like dogs. They’re all good boys.”
New Subscriber... love the content buddy
Thanks, man!
Good review man👌👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Cheers Henrik👍
good job with the aftermarket parts I plan o n customizing mines before I even start on it.
Cheers, mate.
Nice scenery, nice review!
Lisbon is a bit congested but it sure is pretty!
Love this bike, I have one myself. The only 2 things that let it down to me is the exhaust, because your foot hits it. The other thing is the seat, not comfortable after 30mins. Both these things aren’t an issue on the R3. But this engine is better than the R3 for sure. Thank you for the great review!
I only hit it when I'm leaning a lot to the right and I slide my foot rearward and put my toes on the peg (my shoe size's only a 42, though).
I don't hit the exhaust pipe with my foot (or anything else).
Seat problem? You might want to investigate butt enhancement.
@@usernamemykel It's a very common problem hitting the exhaust with foot on the ninja 400. Bad design, but apart from that it's an amazing bike.
Love this bike😍😋😊😊
great job!
I'm really looking at getting one of these. Thanks for the great video, and great scenery. Where are you riding?
Lisbon!
@@motozest7856 I knew that as Portugal. I was just in Algarve this past summer. Absolutely beautiful. I was born in Terceira. I'll have to look for some more of your videos to see some more great scenery. Obrigado.
Check this one: czcams.com/video/JuadwSjeljM/video.html
DUDE! Your camera is soooo cleean. What is your video setup?
Trying to find a good action cam for my motovlogging
It's a GoPro Hero 7 Black. The camera is amazing, but I use Protune and do quite a bit of post-processing on DaVinci Resolve - you don't get this IQ straight out of the camera. I'm making a comprehensive video on my setup soon.
@@motozest7856 oh nicee, gonna invest in a gopro soon.. You don't say eh. Ha. I'll be sure to join in when you do make that vid
Yep, coming soon.
I've tried only scooters so I am pretty sure I will not be THAT disappointed with the sound, it's a real motorcycle after all, haha! Maybe after a while...
You won't be!
new subscriber here from cebu, Philippines... great place, great videos sir... i wish i can have 1 someday... but still cant afford... huhu... ride safe sir and God bless us all
Welcome aboard, Wilmer!
Some great filtering through the traffic...
what a perfect review
Thanks, man!
Hey man!
Nice video! I also have a Ninja 400 and I love it. You make a lot of good points and you mention that you are a little bit disappointed with the sound. I have an arrow slip on and have taken the db killer out and it sounds amazing. It's so fucking lound and you can literally hear it from miles away. I really recommend it for you. It's called "Exhaust Muffler Arrow Pro-Race Nichrom Kawasaki Ninja 400 (18)"
Oh man... around here an exhaust that doesn't comply with the Euro 4 regulations will get you a pretty hefty fine...
@@motozest7856 i think it complies, I live in sweden and it's all good for me
If you took the db killer out it doesn't, mate. I don't know about Sweden, but where I live that would be up to 300EUR fine for noise pollution and up to 1250EUR fine for illegal vehicle modification...
@@motozest7856 that’s super shitty lol it’s your bike should be able to do what you want
9:27 bruh we need that type of road design in NA dude was going in circles haha
Great review. What city are you riding in?
Lisbon - I have a great video around the old part of the city, check it out!
Are you actually from Portugal? Lisbon is beautifull, nice review! Would you recomend this as a first bike for someone who is taking their A license?
Viva Alexandre! Recomendo com muita veemência, é uma mota estupenda para quem se está a iniciar.
@@motozest7856 Agradeço bastante, sentia-me um pouco preso devido à quantidade de escolha no mercado! Ansioso pelo futuro content do canal!
Escolhes muito bem. Tem potência mais que suficiente para poderes evoluir nela durante uns anos, mas não em demasia que te assuste ou te atrapalhe a evolução. A minha primeira mota foi uma 650cc com mais de 75cv e devia ter sido uma 300 ou 400cc. Na altura este segmento não existia, mas agora que existe é aproveitar! Assim que a pandemia abrandar um bocado estou de regresso. Abraço.
Nice video, I have the 250r of 2010 and I am in love with Kawasaki since then... 😍 Can you tell me the model of your dainese jacket?
Kawasaki makes great little bikes! The jacket is a Dainese Assen in Black / White / Fluo Red.
@@motozest7856 Thanks dude.. This jaxket fits you perfect!! I have the Dainese super speed 3 fluo red and I think every Dainese jacket is awesome!! 👌
They really are, man! Top level protection and stylish as hell.
Hi. I need to ask you a favor. I Have the z400 and a few hundred km ago i noticed a noise and i am not sure it was there from beginning or it just came later. It is a klikk (like an electric relay when it turns on and off) and it is when i close the gas and when i open it. It is not loud and frightening and the bike is like it was before but it is a defenately there. And i do not know it was there and i just did not totice. Would you please chack your ninja400 if it gives the same klikk? The best where you can hear it is in 3th gear around 3000rpm ( where is not too much wind nois and engine noises) and just open the gas a little bit and close it, open it close it and every time when you do that it klikks. It is 100% noise from an electric something -i guess the fuel injector. What else- sound like a small micro switch when you push it. Small klikk. Please help me to find out it is normal or it is someting that need to be chacked. Thank You
Checked, can't hear anything... If you don't have a Kawasaki dealer near you (visiting one would always be preferable) pop in to any motorcycle garage and see what they think. If they can't be sure it's normal, or if in fact it isn't, they'll likely send you to a Kawasaki dealer, considering it's still under warranty. I wouldn't do anything on my bike if it's still under warranty - let the manufacturer take care of it. Cheers.
How about riding with 2 ppl ? Does the bike suffer or it handle it easy ?
It does OK as long as the total weight doesn't exceed 260-270lbs, the shock's adjustable for preload. Of course you won't be accelerating like this and the fuel consumption increases. The brakes do OK. These smaller bikes are not exactly the best for two-up, though.
hi , to be compare is it the 650 or this 400 worth buying ? im a beginner rider . i start from 150cc now , i will love to take this 400 , but the price is near to the 650 . so what will u suggest ?
I prefer the styling and the lightness of the 400. If you're doing a lot of two-up riding I'd go for the 650; if you mainly commute alone and value nimbleness and a more sporty position the 400 is the better option.
@@motozest7856 what do u mean by two up riding ? I love the new look of 400 . Is really look sharp . But 650 just have more power . And btw i was a newbie . I from 150cc yamaha fz .
By "two-up riding" I mean "riding with a pillion". If you mainly ride without a pillion I'd go for the lighter and more nimble Ninja 400.
Because
KAWASAKI
hey bro what editor do you use ?
I use DaVinci Resolve; not the most user-friendly, but in terms of post-production you can do pretty much anything you've ever thought of doing. Plus, it's free!
There’s a dealer that has the 2019 kawasaki 400 for $3,499 (ABS), really looking forward to buy it 😁
It's a lot of bike for that price, mate!
in the states (USA) ? if so, what state? I want to do some price comparisons.
Murrieta, California. Temeculamotorsports is the name of the dealer.
Your helmets looks nice what model is it?
It's a Shark Race R Pro.
Did you have thoughts about the yamaha R3 comparing to your ninja 400? No need to do a video about you can just reply to me.. But based on your video i'm liking the review.. But i still on the edge of choosing between the two.. Btw i'm subscribed.. Concerning about the sound because its too quiet and boring can you get a Slip on? Make a video review of the sound? 😂
Hi Ban! I did consider the R3 at the time, I actually test rode it, but the GoPro battery died during the test ride, so I was left with no footage😤. I think the R3 is a great little bike, the looks are spot on and it has a great geometry and quality components overall. I went with the Ninja 400 because of its bigger engine (the torque difference was very noticeable: 28.8Nm@9000rpm for the R3 and 38Nm@8000rpm for the Ninja 400); for me the R3 was just a bit too slow. Also, Kawasaki has a warranty extension program here in Portugal of up to 4 years, and Yamaha only offers 2, so it was a no-brainer, really. An aftermarket exhaust is always a possibility, but I don't think it makes a lot of sense for bikes in this segment - a good exhaust (Akrapovic, SC-Project, Termignoni, Arrow...) will easily be around 15% of the bike's overall cost, which I think is a bit ridiculous. It makes them sound sweet, though.
@@motozest7856 wow thanks for the time and the reply motozest.. For me i'll get an aftermarket exhaust for safety reasons in my country
Cheers!
Como primeira mota entre esta e a mt07 qual escolhias?
Se andares sempre sozinho, esta é mais leve, mais ágil, tem uma suspensão ligeiramente melhor e, pessoalmente, um look mais bem conseguido e uma posição de condução mais envolvente (desportiva sem nunca ser desconfortável). Se andares com pendura a MT-07 serve-te melhor - esta Ninja não é a melhor escolha para quem anda a dois. Se tens pouca experiência a Ninja também te permite mais excessos em segurança do que a MT (dado o menor binário e a aceleração menos nervosa).
@@motozest7856 Obrigado pela ajuda ;)
A única coisa da ninja parece ser mesmo o som (e eu que gosto de motas com um bom som) talvez se resolva com um slip on
Sim, um slip-on ajuda sempre. Vê é se cumpre as normas Euro 4, caso contrário podes ser multado (e a coisa é bem pesada...).
Fiz agora upload da minha review da MT-07.
Cost of ownership over the time you have had it. ?
~5L/100km (1.5EUR/L where I live)
~250EUR/year insurance (the most inclusive policy, including stealing)
2 washes per month (~7EUR/wash)
~100EUR/year scheduled maintenance
I'd say about 100EUR/month total.
I goin to follow, i have a question....what is your heigth???
5:58!
Would you recommend this bike for long commute? I’m buying a house 70 miles away from work 🤭
Yes, I would. It has enough power for highways, it has pretty good wind protection and it's frugal. The only reason why you should look at more powerful bikes is if you're carying over 100kg or so (pillion, heavy luggage, etc). I would advise against naked bikes - no wind protection gets annoying after a while.
70 smiles per commute
🏍 💨
Its an excellent bike for commuting. And has serious track potential if you decide to go that route. Its a perfectly balanced bike in my opinion
You can put an akrapovic to have a cleaner sound tho :d
Great review. You say, as others do, it's great for commuting. But does nobody ever have to carry stuff to their place of work, eg a laptop ,your lunch and a lock to lock your bike? Surely if you're commuting to work that side of things has to be addressed..eg the luggage options? It can't be just me who has to carry various shit to work.
Good point, Simon. I usually carry my Ogio backpack - it fits my MbP and my iPhone, my chargers, my regular pants, one or two magazines and a small bottle of water. If you usually carry more than that and you're bent on riding a motorcycle you should probably be looking at a touring bike. Motorcycles are always a compromise, you'll never find one that's perfect in all areas. Of course you can always buy one of those weird looking universal top-cases, but they're offensively ugly - when I need to lug around that much stuff I simply take my car.
@@motozest7856 A top box really is a no no for me too. I could possibly stretch to some stylish rear soft panniers. On the way home from work you may want to buy a few groceries and that would be the other bonus to some storage...anyway, great review, Cheers.
get a tail bag
I have one was wondering what gear can I cruse in to prevent over heating
You won't overheat if you cruise up to 1000rpm or so below the redline. Use a good engine oil with the correct spec, change both the oil and the engine coolant according to your owner's manual and keep the radiator in good condition (clean from dirt and road debris).
@@motozest7856 thanks so basically change gears at around 3-4 rmps up to 5th gear cruz in that when stop go back down to 1st and repeat throw out ride??????
Yea I just found out it's normal for bikes coolen indicator to go higher while riding I am not use to that with a car of course lol.
Could you clarify?
@@motozest7856 yes sorry...ok for example when I start out on my bike I star in 1st gear then at about 3000 to 4000 rmp I shift to 2 nd same process till I get to 5th gear then I just Cruise in fifth gear at about 45 mph till I come to a stoplight ......So is that correct
What year is this model?
2018.
at 13:31 i see you checking out that girl walking past you ;)
"I swear I wasn't, honey!"😅
Surely im not the first like on this video
I want it brother! Can you lend me $7,000 (CAD), thanks ♥️😘
Also 14:10 Lady.
14:13 Man. 😂🤣
Which city is this?
Lisbon.
"Also a big head"... :))))
Bom video estou a pensar comprar uma aqui na inglaterra
É impecável para o trânsito da cidade.
Is it true Kawasaki motor blows up or was that Suzuki? Please explain
@@motozest7856 that's a ten4 thank you . I own a 2018 Yamaha r3 thanks for the info it's always helpful
Without some context that question is impossible to answer.
Is that a known problem with the Ninja 400? No, it's not. This is a Kawasaki - engines don't blow up like that.
Have I ever read something about Ninja 400 engines blowing up? No, I never have, and I've read A LOT about the Ninja 400.
Do I know any Ninja 400 owner whose engine blew up? No, I don't.
Can you blow up a Ninja 400 engine? If you rev it like a lunatic, or you run it without oil or coolant, sure - but then again you can blow up any engine on any bike.
I have no idea what you heard or read about Kawasaki or Suzuki engines but these brands are amongst the most reliable in the market (periodic surveys attest that). If someone manages to blow up an engine on a new Japanese bike the problem is likely that person, not the bike.
@@motozest7856 now ktm on the other hand... now *they* have a reputation
They do, unfortunately. Which is a shame, because they win pretty much every spec sheet battle. Powerful engines, lightweight, state-of-the-art electronics...
Na própria loja onde se compra a mota eles vendem certas coisas que se pode trocar por exemplo o escape ou tens que comprar num site e depois eles instalam.
Obrigado e bom vídeo, também penso em ter essa mota daqui a uns dois anos
No caso do escape se quiseres um aftermarket (Akrapovic, Arrow, Leovince, SC-Project, Termignoni, etc) tens de lhes pedir para encomendarem, não é material de fábrica.
Real sketchy streets and intersections wow . Got to be brave to ride a bike there lol
You get used to it, man! Good for training that mindfulness🧠
What is your height sir?
5:58!
Your video time you say your 5.8 is at the 58th second.... nice coincidence👍
Can one tour with this bike? Can it hold 85mph constantly?
I guess it depends on the amount of weight / luggage you put on it. Riding solo it can hold 85mph constantly without any problem; if you're riding two-up with 50lbs of luggage it might struggle.
@@motozest7856 Thanks for the reply. I weigh 66kg and will probably take 12kg worth of luggage. What RPM is it roughly when your at 85mph in 6th gear?
8000rpm in 6th @ 136kph with the stock 14/41 final drive ratio.
@@motozest7856 Thank you. Great video!
The mirror is quite wide, I afraid I'll knock cars' mirror
Ming H. Took mine off and replaced with ninja 300 mirrors. Quick, cheap, easy fix.
France? Belgium?
Lisbon!
@@motozest7856 Thank you!
Good bike! But damn i got dizzy watching this video lol.
Why?
Hey brother im done evrything in youre house hehe you know what i mean hopefully you punch me back ridesafe brother
If Kawasaki make a 590 (400 pounds, 589cc engine,speed of a zx6r and the fell of a ninja 400)
Why 589cc in particular? And what do you mean by "the fell of a ninja 400"?
@@motozest7856 the confert of the 400 and idk i just think Kawasaki just make it 589cc
@@aristo._9705 thats called a ninja 650
@@ImFAULKn well now it is (2020 ninja 650)
Tu és tuga não és?
Yep.
MotoZest bom trabalho, também tenho uma ninja 400 e estou a curtir.
Obrigado. Tens de publicar uns vídeos da máquina!
MotoZest não tenho gopro
comprei a minha ha 3 meses, nada desiludido! Bom video, faço essas estradas todos os dias :P
How tall are you?
5:58
super speed 3
It's an Assen in black / white / fluo red.