Have one for about 2 years now. First bike, recent fiscal responsibilities keeping me from upgrading right now, but I'll say this: this thing will never stop teaching you. You may feel like you've outgrown it, but unless you track it regularly you won't even scratch the surface of what it can do. Don't be afraid to start on the small bikes, they can still be plenty fast; you just have to earn it :)

@JeremyDN

Жыл бұрын

Most people will never be able to fully tap out a bike. Straights is one thing but being able to on a track is much different. I love mine. Had it for 8 months and have almost 18k miles already. Modded out and they are very quick and so flickable. Next bike is going to be a ZX6 but ill keep this one. It’s a blast to ride. For me very comfortable since I’m only 5’9 at 140.

@DiagolonRider

Жыл бұрын

and it looks sweet!

@wkrb0nk109

Жыл бұрын

just got my first bike ninja 400 a month ago love it and learning a lot and hey maybe in a year or two i’ll upgrade to a zx6r

@user-ko2qr3dg8z

Жыл бұрын

Have a 2021 myself and that’s definitely true. I’m ready to move up personally, but can’t afford it at the moment. That being said I’m still having a blast riding my 400 in the meantime.

@Words-of-encouragement.-.

Жыл бұрын

@@JeremyDN What kind of mods did you do to it?

I’m definitely looking at this bike. It’s exactly what I’m looking for. Not to much power to where it scares me (this will be my first bike) but still has that sport bike look. And a price I can’t beat.

@josephswaine4852

Жыл бұрын

I pulled the trigger on one a month ago. The best decision I have ever made in my life man I say do it!

@whereisenki

Жыл бұрын

same i’m debating if i should buy. my first street bike but i’ve had dirtbikes so i’m used to clutching and all that.

@dopeytripod

Жыл бұрын

take bikes for RIDES if you can BEFORE YOU BUY!

@skittlesplzubitch5229

10 ай бұрын

Same bro

@NSDG813

9 ай бұрын

I hope you bought the bike my dude. Its so worth.

I bought a new 2019 Ninja 400 for my first bike, absolutely loved it. I had to sell it a year ago due to needing a serious surgery....I didn't think I'd ever ride again. Anyway, it turns out I'm physically capable of riding now and even though I could buy anything....I am going to buy another Ninja 400. They are a great little bike.

@spectrum3349

3 ай бұрын

I hope you're doing well man

@darkbear77

20 күн бұрын

Glad you're physically good.

@aussiesoldier0177

19 күн бұрын

@@darkbear77 thank you 😊

Great review. My Ninja 400 is my first bike. I've had it for a little more than 2 years and I absolutely love it. It's perfect for my daily commute and so much fun to ride. It's just a super fun bike, and it doesn't cost a fortune to buy or maintain.

Had a 2018 as my first bike, and absolutely loved it. Plenty of power and great for beginners who’ve never been on a street bike. Recently upgraded to a z900 and coming of the 400 was a smooth transition. 10/10 would recommend to anyone wanting to get a low displacement bike that looks sporty.

@WelshChapman

Жыл бұрын

What would you reckon fails the most maintenance wise?

Nice review. I have one, and agree on all points. It is also my first street bike after riding dirtbikes. I wanted a sportbike, but lightweight more towards a dirbike than not. Another plus is, It also has a TON of aftermarket support from legit race part companies because of the MotoAmerica Junior Cup class, and because it's been out for 6 years. Kinda hard to go wrong with this one.

Bought my new in 2020 w/ABS. Still loving it! Does great on the highway…

Just bought one today! Thanks for the video!!

I have this exact bike, color and all. I love it i got my license 2 days ago and bought it yesterday. First time on a bike was 4 days ago. In love.

just for freeway reference on the small bikes; I put 24,000 miles on my 2012 ninja 250 with considerably less power and multiple trips from PA to NC (600+ miles one way) without stopping. the 400's are almost twice the power from that.

got mine flashed and put some velocity stacks on it; now it rides like it always should've

Have that same 2023 ninja 400 abs version ! I installed bar end weights and a touring windshield . Saving up for some other upgrades yet . Overall great bike.

@tamoo6028

Жыл бұрын

Think you could ride it for 2-4 hours comfortably?

@duck1033

Жыл бұрын

@@tamoo6028 i have one and you can, easily.

@alexbadaloff7692

Жыл бұрын

​@@tamoo6028 yes you can

@Brian-kv8xd

Жыл бұрын

@@tamoo6028 yes but your butt might hurt a little. I ride every Sunday for 5/6 hours my ass hurts when I’m done lol

@nachiketa22

11 ай бұрын

What purpose does bar end weights serve?

wonder is my 1989"ninja"ex500 is comparable to the ninja 400 ? 🤔 it was somebody's track bike and has almost 50000 miles on the od. runs like a top and only cost me 600$, a decade ago and not one problem. much love for that bike. i will never part with it. ❤

Great review and I'd like to try, get into, sport bike and track racing so this was very on-time for me. Presently have an Indian Scout Bobber with an Intake upgrade as-well-as a tuner, with GP Shorties for an exhaust.

A fantastic stock bike. Even for track days, just put on some better tires + better pads and you're golden. No need to worry about going braided lines, swap suspension, etc. I have a 400 and was riding with an AMA racer in A group. Tires, pads, and rearsets (don't necessarily need these until you can really push it correctly) and we were both running around the supersports.

I had a ninja 650 and the 1600 cruiser in the garage at the same time. Best of both worlds. Im 74 now with health issues. Dr said i must quit riding. CA DMV agreed. Fun to reminisce!

Amazing video! I'm sold on this bike - thank you!

I've had a sv650, but its been 12ish years since I've rode. I/m 5'11 130 lbs soaking wet and I don't plan on going to the track. I live 35 min from us129 Tail of the Dragon, thats the most intense thing i'd do. Mainly just cruising to work (all back roads) and riding the curvy East Tenn. back roads. I can't decide between this and the cb500f (naked bikes are really growing on me).

Love mine, 2023 model. Bonkers throttle response, way better than my GS500F and GXR. Recently, a semi moved into my lane and I had nowhere to go (fast lane on highway) I went from 75 to 95 in 6th gear in less than 2 seconds. I've never had a bike react that quickly.

@Lucasvilla56283

7 ай бұрын

do you have the abs version? im thinking of getting one later, i have no moto experience

Proud owner of the Ninja400 for 3 years now (17,000km ~ 11,000miles) commuted daily for 2 years (now WFM) and I take it to the twisties whenever the weather allows. I've honestly thought I might outgrow it after a year but nope. Anyone that tells you a 400cc is not enough has only gone fast in a straight line. This bike is so much fun in the twisties, I struggle to think I'll let it go after I purchase a bigger bike in the future. Since I mostly just take it out now to go to the mountain roads (or small errands) I've been thinking about upgrading the shocks and break lines after which I'm sure I'll ride it til it die on me haha

@Nene_760

Жыл бұрын

I'm thinking about getting this as my first bike . Especially for work because the traffic . My job is 60 miles away, would this be reliable there an back ?

@shibapatrol801

Жыл бұрын

@@Nene_760 60 miles is a lot for any motorcycle to be honest. For those kind of distances you might be better off commuting in a car for your own comfort. Can the Ninja400 do it? Sure. But it probably won't be very comfortable, not to mention the wear and tear on the bike doing those kind of distance.

@Nene_760

Жыл бұрын

@@shibapatrol801 damn . I guess I'm in a shii position haha. I can't get a car because I don't have enough room to park it where I live so my only hope is a motorcycle. And where I live in Cali it's low paid jobs so I have to travel an plus gas is high

@shibapatrol801

Жыл бұрын

@@Nene_760 I see. In that case, you might be better off getting the Ninja400's bigger brother, Ninja650. Little more comfortable and has more power, better suited for longer commutes.

This was my first bike in 2020, thought I'd trade up to something bigger once I got the hang of it. Thing is, this bike rules. I live in the mountains, and I see guys with their 1000's and other supersports all the time. After 3 years on the Ninja 400, I smoke them all routinely, I dont even need to go knee down to take a corner but I'm constantly passing them. I can maneuver easily in traffic, and can handle the bike in tight spaces to find great free parking. And dont forget the loads of amazing mod opportunities that Ive been doing over the years teaching me about how to care and work on bikes. Best decision I made was getting this bike, and I honestly don't think I'll sell it when I want a new bike, it's just too perfect at what it is and does.

just pulled the trigger on the last 400 at my dealer. the 500 is nice but the 400 felt more comfy for me. cant wait to start learning to ride.

I have ridden bikes for many years. And my first big bike was a 1984 Ninja 900 which i loved. But the last few years ive been buzzing around town on a little Ninja 250. Then a couple years ago i started test riding a ton of bikes. Big and small. And one bike that stood out to me was the Ninja 400. I just really liked it. But i kind of wanted a big bike again. And i was considering the new Yamaha XSR 900. But then around 4 months ago. Two weeks after testing the XSR 900. i came across a 2017 Ducati 939 Supersport like new with 2159 km on it. And i couldnt resist buying it. and i really love the bike. But then a week ago i came across a 2020 Ninja 400 like new with 288 km on it for a really good price. And i could not resist buying it. And on the way home with the bike there was a small twisty road. I had so much fun riding it home. The 939 is great on the big sweeping turns. But the small and light little Ninja 400 is so much fun on the small twisted. And great around town. So its not just for beginners. The only thing i dont like is the hard seat so even though i use it for shorter rides. I am still going to look into some softer seat options.

I’ve owned 2 z400s and now I have the 2023 ninja 400. I love the 400 class of bikes

@user-od2cd9qt4y

Жыл бұрын

Do they over heat in traffic

@The_LoFi_Piano_Guy

Жыл бұрын

@@user-od2cd9qt4y no, they get a little on the warm side but I’ve never had one over heat on me. If you are concerned though you can always run a piggy back or flash the ecu to a different fan curve.

Bought one of these for my wife around two weeks ago. She loves it 🎉

This is an extremely capable machine. I currently on the North Coast 500 mile Scottish Highlands..plus 700 miles to get there from Southern England.... Comfortable, fun, quick enough and get lots of looks (some very comfused... Mostly GS1250's up here). I have 2018 KRT edition in green, currently 11 k miles on Odo, I am 48 year old, 5ft 9 tall (snap), although a slightly builky 185 pounds.

@torreypires6192

11 ай бұрын

I’m 5’11 189 was wondering if I be to talk for the ninja

@101BadBreath

11 ай бұрын

@@torreypires6192 well at least we are not 6ft 3 and 215 lb. (Sorry bad joke). I would say anyone over 6ft should look somewhere else... For you I would say it's borderline and go sit on one on a showroom floor somewhere and see how it feels.

It’s a PERFECT beginner bike! Wont get bored and Plenty of power! I love mine❤

I absolutely love this dark grey, pity they don't ship that colour to my country

Recently got into riding and have always like cruisers more which is odd since I'm in my 20s,but these review videos are making something grow inside me that's saying I should get a Ninja 400 or a CBR 300 just because these bikes look so easy to ride and handle.

@realisticwhynot

Жыл бұрын

If my buddy doesn’t buy my bike. I have a 2016 Ninja 300 w ABS/ 6700miles. $3200

@bobbyprovost2023

Жыл бұрын

@@realisticwhynot Where do you live?

@realisticwhynot

Жыл бұрын

@@bobbyprovost2023 Michigan. I need it gone. Got it back from my friends finally. It has a dead battery, ‘2022 battery. Was charged up and drove to my house. Died at my house bc not riding, it needs a rider. 6700/ miles. I bought it for $4k and put 400 miles on it . Need it gone $3000k

🙃 the KTM you were looking at, i went in a looked at it earlier…i came back the next working day and it was gone..😂😭

10:05 ah yes my favorite slow bike, the MT09

Just purchased this yesterday picking it up today can’t wait

Got mine on Friday! Soooooo fun!

never saw a Kawasaki without ABS. 😂😂 In Brazil its standard, ABS comes in every bike with minimum 300cc The color in this one is sick. I liked it

Look at this bike today at broward motor sports and what u mention 💯💯💯 definitely getting one

I'm 15 looking at this bike and it definitely seems like a perfect option for a first bike

I have a 2020, I know you gotta keep the revs low cus its not your bike, but if you keep it in the 10-11,000 rpm range it rips

I’m surprised the store even had a 400, my dealership had none🤦‍♀️out of the 700 bikes in thr entire warehouse, they only had 4 ninja sport bikes. Crazy.

I kinda wished it also had a TFT display like the 650.😌

Zero experience, looking to do MFS course in a few weeks but have been comparing Ninia 400, Honda CBR500, CFMOTO 450SS and KTM 390RC. I have over 15 yrs driving professionally and a total of over 35 years driving. Can't decide on where to start.. so many options out there.

@chrisdrummond380

4 ай бұрын

Same here! I’ve decided I‘ll more than likely get the Ninja 400 ABS because it seems to check all the right boxes for a starter bike for me: enough power for decent work commutes on the hwy but light and maneuverable enough for the traffic on the roadways, decent mpg, aesthetically pleasing sport design, proven reliability and customer support, plethora of dealers all across the nation, etc. can’t go wrong!

10:33 I'll keep that in mind ! Thanks

I ride a 21 street glide I’m looking to jump into a sport bike just to ride around town but I’m not sure what to get for my first sport bike

Do a comparison video on the Ninja 400 vs ZX4RR

Not me watching and half way in realized he was in San Diego. 6:50 was where i took my high patrol bike course.

Would that be a good starter bike for daily commute without getting on the FWY for a first time user?

Been waitinggggg for this video

I just got my learners permit and i’m really lookin at this bike and an r3, anyone got any input?

Like many in the comments. 23 ninja 400, first bike, love it. You'll learn to pop dank nooners and become a legend at the track. & like the video says, the bike is an entirely different animal above 8k rpm, below that it's a really fun way to get around town or down the highway

Road 110 miles last Sunday and my ass hurt so bad lol but I love the ninja 400

Looking to buy my first bike, i think ill get this for a christmas gift to myself! Maybe...i live in florida...its scary just to drive a car. And had 2 fatalities around the corner from bikers...aghhh 😢

are you in san diego? i recognize that dealer and street by the aquatica

ninja 400 is great on the freeway it can hit 120 mph and has plenty of power to pass.

I live in Perris thx for the track recommendation

How could you tell if the bike has ABS?

Hi does a ninja 400 or 500 need a TCS? Thank you

When i started i actually did door dash/uber eats and just put tons of hours and miles into my bike. Shows you new roads and obstacles to learn for beginners and it also pays for itself lol. You also learn the roads well incase.

@masondrip42

6 ай бұрын

smart young man

It was in 2013 that the European Union including the UK passed laws that made ABS mandatory on all new motorcycles over 125cc, i'm surprised that Bike Manufacturer Specs are different for different Countries, why not just keep the Specs the same.

I have this exact one

Has anyone heard of or had experience with the clutch disengaging when rolling on the throttle hard. I've not heard this but someone brought it to my attention. Thanks.

@markosborne9558

8 ай бұрын

when i bought mine new it did. clutch cable too tight, no free play.

So torn to go with this or a cruiser style bike (Honda Rebel 500) for my first bike.

@spilledinsilence86

Жыл бұрын

Kawasaki just announced they're making a sport cruiser with this engine for the '24 models

What I'd do to be able to ride again. Always tear up when I see a bike 😪

@maomekat2369

6 ай бұрын

what happened

Thinking about getting this bike sometime after my 21st birthday (February 27th)

Can you do a comparison between the Kawasaki 400, Yamaha R3 and a ktm bike for a beginner?

@MotoJitsu

Жыл бұрын

personal choice really, all 3 are good.

12:56 s2000 😍

@boltgaming248

Жыл бұрын

that s2000 is stock and is just cruising around no crazy stuff going on here also this is a motorcycle video but ok

Whats a good price for a used ninja 400 off facebook marketplace

as someone who is taller (6’2 34 inseam) would this bike be too small? new to riding and I’m struggling to find sports bikes that can account for my height. thanks!

@ddxl5657

Жыл бұрын

I'm also 6'2 and I would say I am pretty comfortable on mine. I would recommend sitting on one at a dealership just to get a feel for yourself.

@ethanclaux6982

Жыл бұрын

Don’t know if you’re still on the fence but I’m 6’2 and over 2 years it’s been perfect

Hmm I want another r3 tbh cause I feel like the sport bike stance is stupid for a daily bike. Also want a little more power though. Might snag this one this time round

@MotoJitsu

Ай бұрын

instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

Nice bike! ZX 4RR review please 🙏

@tiger2q

Жыл бұрын

Definitely waiting on that one !!

Instead of having a car or bike that you can only drive at 10%, why not get a bike you can ride at 50% or more?

here at 12:22 we see an average 1st gen nissan frontier owner

We have the same exact colored motorcycle. 😶

My first time the 500 or 609

That red light at the beginning really annoyed me.

The question for a beginner rider like myself who has never been on two wheels: This or a R3?

Nice bike

What about winters? I know it may sound counterintuitive, but how would this bike specifically handle winters?

@chiefsosa14

Жыл бұрын

Do you mean in just the cold?

@user-hi1jg6zn5m

Жыл бұрын

@@chiefsosa14 yes in the cold, or like if there is a like dusting of snow, can I still ride as long as I don’t go max speed?

Please can someone get a connection for me for a good deal on the ninja 400

Is a 650 that big of a jump from 400?

Please help.. I have a ninja 400 this is my second season. I'm 5'7 145lbs For some reason when it's windy my bike goes to the right some times I have to slow down or stop. I'm not going fast 60-80km. I never had this problem last year and I had to fight some have wind.

@MotoJitsu

29 күн бұрын

you're on a small bike and you don't weigh too much...it's natural. But good thing is winds like that aren't common.

@CRAZY-bikelifecanada

25 күн бұрын

@@MotoJitsu ok thanks

You can find a ninja 400 smacking 600's at your local circuit track lol. The ninja 400 is a demon in the hands of the right rider, even in its stock form.

Would this and/or the KTM rc390 be a good beginner bike?

@MotoJitsu

4 ай бұрын

Sure

Would this be an ideal first bike for 80% highway 20% city?

@realikarus

Жыл бұрын

To be 100% honest, I'd say it's more of a city bike but definitely has the capability to ride the highways. Going highway speeds (75mph, US) you can easily pass. So like 60% highway, 40% city.

@CactusJack252

Жыл бұрын

Yes you can take it on the highway. It’ll top out over 120. So if you are doing 70, you’ll have plenty of power to downshift and pass.

would u reccomend this for a beinnger bike, also im about 5'8

@MotoJitsu

Жыл бұрын

I have videos all about beginner bikes :)

@colinmusgrave

Жыл бұрын

@@MotoJitsu specificly about this one tho me and my friend never ridden a motorcycle before and we thinking about getting the 400 to ride togehter

@markosborne9558

9 ай бұрын

IM 5'9 and flatfoot it

Thanks!

@MotoJitsu

Ай бұрын

No problem! linktr.ee/GregWidmar

@dantimber

Ай бұрын

@@MotoJitsu I think the 400 is being discontinued? What are your thoughts on the 500? It seems to be pretty much the same bike but 15 pounds heavier and a slightly larger engine.

@MotoJitsu

Ай бұрын

No thoughts...don't know anything about it...but I don't see the point of having a 400, 500, 650, and 636

That where i did class

Do they over heat in traffic

@Aberamentho2010

Жыл бұрын

I've owned one for about 2 years now, no they do not.

Would you recommend getting this as ur first bike after you pass ur motorcycle test

@MotoJitsu

5 ай бұрын

if that's what you're looking for

Can this bike be made automatic??thanks ahead

@catcalamity105

10 ай бұрын

Motorbikes don’t come automatic, only scooters and giant touring bikes like the gold wing.

75mph at 7k rpm freeway

Isn’t that national city??

Geico insurance wants $1000 a year for one of these. I can get a Z 900 RS for less insurance.

@corybaker9941

Жыл бұрын

Holy shit really? I thought it wud b cheaper

what do you guys think? the ninja 400 or r3?

@markosborne9558

9 ай бұрын

i can downshift 2 gears at 70 mph. but not even needed. get the ninja

I hear the sound and thats it. Its a no for me

Is that bike big enough for a passenger?

@f43hfv834hfnvwerifvn

Жыл бұрын

Yup! It also has passenger pegs at the back of it

Ninja400 2023 and zx4r which one is worth to buy

@michellevesque2130

Жыл бұрын

Considering the price premium for the ZX4R and the small performance difference I would go Ninja 400 in a flash !

@PT600cc

Жыл бұрын

@@michellevesque2130 oof answering too slow i just bought the cbr500r but 2018

I have to disagree about ABS. Unless you are a competitive racer where the rules don't let you have ABS you're just postponing the inevitable wheel getting locked up and decking the bike. Rossi, Marquez, Quattraro, all these guys have locked their wheels and crashed, despite being the best of the best. Not using ABS on track is this weird ego thing.

@LouieMD3

Жыл бұрын

So your saying to get abs?.. new rider and want to know to get it or not

@VivekNa

Жыл бұрын

@@LouieMD3 Never turn off your ABS unless youre specifically training to ride on dirt on a dirt track - this is my humble opinion. When you can control front and rear wheel skids like a pro stunt rider, maybe you can ride non ABS in controlled environments like tracks and dirt courses. In any case, very few if any modern bikes come without ABS, so its not a case of "getting ABS or not" but whether you feel that irrational urge to turn it off.

@LouieMD3

Жыл бұрын

@@VivekNa Oo copy. Thanks!

@TeaRexOnTwoWheels

11 ай бұрын

Those riders are also pushing their machines to the absolute limit. Across long sessions weekly. Not using ABS on track is not just ego. An entry level 400 bike does not have a particually sophisticated ABS settup in most cases. Some people will turn ABS to a minimum when they can but depends on the bike and it's options.

@smoke05s

10 ай бұрын

Definitely not ego. I raced in the AMA national endurance series back in the early 90's (and just recently got a ninja 400! simply because they are a blast to ride and hone your skills). If you have learned to ride without ABS. (your muscle memory is calibrated to brake not having ABS. . . basically at the threshold of traction/lockup or the back wheel lifting) when ABS intrudes on what you are expecting to happen it is eye opening even at low speeds. It puts you several bike lengths beyond your comfort zone as it tries to keep the back wheel down and the wheels turning. Maybe us old timers are a little more ham-fisted? . . . but not to the point where I am locking up the wheel and losing the front on a non ABS bike. I cant even remember the last time I locked up the front wheel on a non ABS bike, but EVERY time I ride an ABS bike it is eye opening for me. I made sure to get my ninja 400 without ABS because that's what I am used to. But if it does not bother you, you are braking more progressively than I am and probably have more weight on the back wheel than I do. My point is there is room for improvement in every ABS system I have tried to make them more seamless

What color would you call this???

@markosborne9558

Жыл бұрын

i have one just like it. they say grey,but the thing is flat blue

The RC 390 has the same HP. Like .5 HP less and has around 10 more torque.

@shibapatrol801

Жыл бұрын

I don't know if the Ninja400 is restricted in the states but here in Japan, N400 has 48HP and the RC390 has 40HP last time I checked

@pacificexcursion5846

Жыл бұрын

No… rc is a 1 cylinder so it makes a significantly smaller horsepower figure. Makes more torque because 1 cylinder’s are torque-y.

@entropy3301

Жыл бұрын

The RC 390 is a souped up single-cylinder. It's better than the N400 performance-wise, but expect to refresh the engine at an exponential rate or risk blowing up your engine.

@pacificexcursion5846

11 ай бұрын

@@entropy3301 depends what you mean better. Top speed ninja 400 wins. 0-100 ninja wins. Soooo.

@dperaltaful

11 ай бұрын

I have both the 22 RC 390 and Ninja 400 in my home. Get the 400 it’s way better power delivery. The RC is a nice looking bike but I hate how 1st gear is so short and overalls it feels gutless regardless of what the spec sheet tells you it’s not close to the Ninja 400. I’m 5’11 32 inseam and can flat foot both bikes

I regret getting the z400 of the ninja 400 as my first bike- ninja just looks wayyyyy better!

@boltgaming248

Жыл бұрын

yeah just get the fairings or whatever the f is called

Would this be a good beginner bike?

@MotoJitsu

7 ай бұрын

could be

@MRANGETHTN

7 ай бұрын

@MotoJitsu ok, and thanks for replying I love your videos