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  • @yammienoob
    @yammienoob  4 роки тому +81

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    • @Aram342
      @Aram342 4 роки тому

      Yam i live in sweden is kawasaki ninja 125 good as a a1 bike or should i get gsxr suzuki 125

    • @generaljass5490
      @generaljass5490 4 роки тому +1

      You should check out the ninja zx25r. It's a possible candidate for new beginner bike with sweet 4cyl sound

    • @joseburgara3317
      @joseburgara3317 3 роки тому +1

      Is it just me or this guy alot of familiar.......
      Maybe like Lazlo radio host on grand theft auto?

    • @genericultraammonia1061
      @genericultraammonia1061 3 роки тому

      U forgot about how kawasaki skipped the 500cc class after 2009 now it goes from the 400 to the 600 i have a 2008 ninja 500r love it

    • @medcorvestas-windsor888
      @medcorvestas-windsor888 3 роки тому

      Wasn't the bike from Top Gun a 750 Turbo? My first bike, that's why I'm pretty sure. The gpz 900 looked like it minus the turbo.

  • @popsncracks9108
    @popsncracks9108 4 роки тому +2028

    Come here to watch ninja 400 but listened Kawasaki history for 8mins

    • @AntAntAKATonyMayne
      @AntAntAKATonyMayne 3 роки тому +141

      Bro I was gonna say the same thing. What a waste of time

    • @seffers4788
      @seffers4788 3 роки тому +65

      Seriously. The worst part is that so many of his videos are like this. Just to hit the 10 minute mark. Then the audacity to monetize the video AND have a paid sponsor at the beginning. Straight trash.

    • @oranepatterson6549
      @oranepatterson6549 2 роки тому +12

      I feel u 😂😭😭😭

    • @ROCKETKOBE
      @ROCKETKOBE 2 роки тому +5

      Until i read this comment i gave this mofa a pass got lost in the bs... I want my 8 minutes back

    • @sergioortiz9868
      @sergioortiz9868 2 роки тому +29

      Its always fine to get some info ...whats the point of watching bike videos and not learning some stuff on the side ...? We bike smarter cause of him

  • @joelwilliams7978
    @joelwilliams7978 4 роки тому +712

    “I talk about motorcycles and ball shavers on the internet”...Accurate.

  • @usernamemykel
    @usernamemykel 4 роки тому +549

    Finally got it right about my INCREDIBLE 2018 Kawasaki Ninja 400 KRT edition with ABS, which runs practically telegraphically. Bought it at age 73 for my 74th birthdsy. I'm now 75 , and the Kawi still gives me kid giggles when I ride it..

    • @Ritalie
      @Ritalie 4 роки тому +8

      How does it feel going down the highway at 70mph? What are the engine RPM's at 60mph and 70mph? Does it feel good going down the highway? How about in traffic, is it really nice in traffic? I'm thinking of buying an R3, or CBR 300 or a Kawasaki 400. Because honestly, the other bikes are UGLY AS SIN, and these smaller bikes capture the look of the 2002 sportbikes, which hit their peak in 2002.

    • @Zim_Baubwe
      @Zim_Baubwe 4 роки тому +5

      @@Ritalie i ride in 5th at 70 just for a bit of extra torque whenever im riding. in 6th it runs about every 10 mph is 1k rpms

    • @Justaguyinnc
      @Justaguyinnc 3 роки тому +10

      I thought I gave my last bike away in my 50's.. wrong.. you just can't get them out of the blood.. I'm about 10 years behind you in age and concur.. I get the giggles too... and I didn't pay extra for them!! I just wanted something to hit the country winding roads and run for a burger.. a fine bike for both.

    • @usernamemykel
      @usernamemykel 3 роки тому +4

      Michael D Good for you! Where I am I can ride 365 days a year, but the roads are boring - flat and pretty much straight, maybe that’s why I find myself doing a lot of circles, come to think of it ...
      ; )

    • @usernamemykel
      @usernamemykel 3 роки тому +3

      Ritalie
      Couldn’t say, as I always go UP the highway, and never look back ; )

  • @zorikos_
    @zorikos_ 4 роки тому +296

    The gearbox issues can be practically fixed by swapping out the clutch springs. Firsthand experience as someone who owned a 2018 N400 for 2 years. The issues are a result of a weak slipper clutch mechanism.

    • @drnapalm7605
      @drnapalm7605 3 роки тому +6

      Pin this

    • @minisniper99
      @minisniper99 Рік тому +1

      @@drnapalm7605 he didnt

    • @rain4830
      @rain4830 Рік тому

      Thank you for this info it is extremely helpful

  • @Seandaguy
    @Seandaguy 4 роки тому +294

    Yammie :is the ninja 400 good for highway
    Me : *nervously laughing in ninja 250*

    • @sambeezy007
      @sambeezy007 4 роки тому +1

      😆

    • @stubbenrr6622
      @stubbenrr6622 4 роки тому +38

      Me: *Laughs in 125*

    • @daniyalmurtaza9366
      @daniyalmurtaza9366 4 роки тому +18

      Cries in *70*

    • @alexduey7868
      @alexduey7868 4 роки тому +22

      250 is fine it does everything you need it to at the fraction of the price of most motorcycles I’ve ridden one for 4 years now it’s nice being able to buy a year of insurance for what most people pay in a month

    • @keithbland9023
      @keithbland9023 4 роки тому +1

      Laughs in 800cc

  • @hikira2649
    @hikira2649 3 роки тому +203

    After a while of owning a Ninja4 and hanging around forums i came to the conclusion that people will upgrade the 400 and sell it off for the upgrade, but then about 2 months later they really want to ride their ninja again. Something about just cruising around town and having that good balance of torque and speed & being able to legally bang through all the gears is part of the Ninja4 experience. You dont buy these bikes because you want to go fast and keep up with leaders, you buy it because its a fun little bike to ride around town. (That and allllll the mods you can get on them now. One of the best bikes for modding in recent history IMO)

    • @emalrakhat5397
      @emalrakhat5397 2 роки тому +9

      Agree. Heard a lot of people hate on ninja 400 but at the end of day u ain’t gonna ride 150mph all the time. Maybe once or 2 time in month it ain’t worth the money. I enjoy my baby 400 and have blast everywhere I go. I use it to go to work and school works fine for me. If I had chance to go back and pick a bike I buy same again and again it didn’t try to kill me like my boy ducati

    • @JeremyDN
      @JeremyDN Рік тому +2

      A guy at my work regrets getting his. It’s his first bike but he says he doesn’t feel comfortable on the freeway. It bothers him cause the rpm’s are so high while cruising and he can’t zip by someone at light speed. I have the exact same bike as he does cept mine is very modded already. I let him ride it and he was like, that’s a way different bike. Stock they are fun but get some good mods, and it’s a blast all day long. I drive 35 minutes to work and back on the freeway every day. Now he wants to get a 700. 🧐Sounds intelligent to me. Heh. Some kids never learn patience. 1000 miles and they think they can ride perfectly. Oh well.

    • @EricLeePiano
      @EricLeePiano Рік тому +1

      @@JeremyDN that ninja 400 will save his ass unlike a 600+! lol

    • @hanoitripper1809
      @hanoitripper1809 Рік тому

      @@JeremyDN what mods did u do

    • @JeremyDN
      @JeremyDN Рік тому +1

      Vortek rear sets not Woodcraft. Also have the TST frame sliders and axel sliders. Lot done to it but to me is worth it. I plan on keeping this bike for a long time and taking to the track.

  • @battletoads22
    @battletoads22 3 роки тому +150

    This didn't answer any of my questions about the bike. I wanted to know about the bike, not a history lesson.

    • @gfexc
      @gfexc 3 роки тому +12

      I know, tons of blah, blah blah

    • @RF3seeker
      @RF3seeker 3 роки тому +9

      Maybe when you are older and mature you will see the value in the free information gifted to you. The history of a manufacturer tells the story of how the product you are interested in was created.

    • @brokatron
      @brokatron 2 роки тому +26

      @@RF3seeker whatever the fuck that means

    • @SpeedGGonzalez
      @SpeedGGonzalez 2 роки тому

      @@brokatron 🤣

    • @riverhader6392
      @riverhader6392 2 роки тому

      @@RF3seeker 100% agree

  • @stingermarine85
    @stingermarine85 4 роки тому +369

    Well that settles it. Yammie hates Ninja's.

    • @GameMasterAddict235
      @GameMasterAddict235 4 роки тому +16

      Ofc. Coming from a yamaha fan boy

    • @Z900_Wizz
      @Z900_Wizz 2 роки тому +6

      @@GameMasterAddict235 I'm a yamaha fan boy, but I'll get the ninja 400 because I can't afford the mt07 🤭🤭

    • @chrisk8067
      @chrisk8067 2 роки тому +3

      I was to until I bought the ninja 400 for my wife ! Best dam bike ever ! Needless to say I'm getting my own . My single Sr400 just doesn't even keep up lol

  • @trae1o1
    @trae1o1 4 роки тому +62

    Who would ever thought that someone can make so much motorcycle content.

  • @pepperidgefarms165
    @pepperidgefarms165 4 роки тому +40

    “Ninja 250 on craigslist for $1000” where?? Cause all the used 250’s I’ve seen on Craigslist have been like 4K and I can’t understand why

    • @cameronsmith6967
      @cameronsmith6967 3 роки тому +28

      blows my mind. sure, you can ask for whatever you want, but who would give you 4k for a 5 years old 250/300 when you can get a brand new 400 for 5K. makes no sense

    • @darthmichael12
      @darthmichael12 3 роки тому +7

      Cameron Smith probably just supply and demand.

    • @RF3seeker
      @RF3seeker 3 роки тому +1

      Covid premium prices for everything, wait or buy new

  • @tim0391
    @tim0391 11 місяців тому

    3 years later and this is the first video of yours I’ve viewed. That intro explaining your channel aged SO well for me - explained it perfectly. Your vision came to fruition 👏

  • @gaylordbuttdick5405
    @gaylordbuttdick5405 4 роки тому +82

    Literally just got off my ninja 400.

    • @fastdraw.5093
      @fastdraw.5093 4 роки тому

      What year? I have the 2020 KRT edition.

    • @fastdraw.5093
      @fastdraw.5093 4 роки тому

      Great little bikes!!

    • @Jambuc829
      @Jambuc829 4 роки тому

      How is it?

    • @isaacgandalf
      @isaacgandalf 3 роки тому +1

      @@Jambuc829 IMHO, Ninja 400's are the perfect commuter/beginner sportbikes. It weighs the same as the R3 but makes more power and torque. The added torque and early/linear availability is really what makes it great. The slipper clutch and semi-upright seating position makes it just a darling in city riding (traffic, stop and go, etc.).

    • @AP-wu1rv
      @AP-wu1rv 3 роки тому +1

      @@isaacgandalf umm what about the 300 ninja is that good for a beginner bike

  • @shawnlawson2554
    @shawnlawson2554 4 роки тому +11

    As a current 2018 N400 owner, I'll say that it has been a great bike if you want something that's cheap to operate but still want something fun to commute or tear up some back roads. The power may not give you that feeling that you're holding on for dear life but it's plenty enough for all riding conditions. Other issues that I've seen pretty common are the clutch wearing quickly or beginning to slip. Overall, I haven't had an issue with anything yet on mine. Definitely WANT another more powerful bike for some weekend rides but I don't NEED more power. I've also previous owned a CBR 1000RR so that may be where my need for more power stems from.

  • @xJammersx
    @xJammersx 3 роки тому +51

    Thank you for the video! I appreciate and enjoyed the research you put into it. I just bought my 2020 Ninja 400 ABS and spent days researching it prior to buying it days later. I focused only on the Newest Ninja ( I wrote notes and had an excel sheet), but now you've provided me with more knowledge on the history of Ninjas I can share with others!!! Awesome information and hilarious delivery. I'm going to go ride now. I love my bike so much!

    • @brokenmolly6061
      @brokenmolly6061 3 роки тому +2

      Been a month, still happy with your purchase? Going to buy a 2020 soon as well

  • @ruaptla4206
    @ruaptla4206 3 роки тому +6

    I’m a beginner rider and just got my 2021 Ninja 400 ABS model and I can tell you if you’re a beginner rider trust me this bike has more then enough power to satisfy 😎

    • @jesustonche667
      @jesustonche667 3 роки тому

      i just bought mine today :) im soooo excited.

  • @Wolfcone
    @Wolfcone 4 роки тому +26

    I'm a crate builder so I test drive literally every new bike that's made minus Harley, Triumph, and Indian. That being said i'm a Yamaha enthusiast and a small CC entrepreneur since even on 300 CC bikes you can break every speed law in america quite easily. The 400 is nice, it's light agile and has more than enough pep for beginners but shifting is clunky and you have to be incredible used to it or accustomed to the way it shifts to ever find neutral without stopping. It feels generic between your legs and doesn't bolster confidence at speed the way the R3 or the CBR300R do either. I don't knock peoples interests especially when buying a vehicle where brand affiliation is a heavy influence but I can't say i'd recommend a Ninja 400 for "beginners." It's more for track day folk who want to be at the smaller CC class but want to dominate and be considered the fastest at the track with little to no investment in their bike rather than just flat out buying it. What do I know though i'm just some dude on the internet.

    • @E.F.CruzZzZzZz
      @E.F.CruzZzZzZz 4 роки тому +3

      What do you think of the CBR500R as a beginner's bike?

    • @dancarlos1216
      @dancarlos1216 4 роки тому +3

      Wish we got the ZX25R.

    • @juliusjacob1416
      @juliusjacob1416 4 роки тому +2

      I totaly disagree that you think the Ninja 400 has a clunky gearbox. I literally never miss a gear it’s so light and clicks clearly into gear (atleast mine does). Also, if you stop and shift upwards from 1st, it literally cant go into 2nd. Im not biased at all because it’s def not a perfect street bike. Actually looking to get a naked but I think the shifting is really good for a beginner. The clutch is very light aswel.

    • @dinkleburg6039
      @dinkleburg6039 4 роки тому +1

      What's a good alternative?

    • @Wolfcone
      @Wolfcone 4 роки тому +1

      @@E.F.CruzZzZzZz not a bad option honestly. I'm jealous Yamaha doesn't make a 500CC it's kind of the perfect start. You won't get bored in a year and it's super light and easy to manage. Price is my only issue there but if that's not a problem I'd say it's a really good option.

  • @ROrneli
    @ROrneli 4 роки тому +67

    I would not mind a 300 or 400 to commute on and leave the 1400cc for weekends.
    They are dirt cheap in gas, insurance,and everything else.

    • @reillygardner273
      @reillygardner273 3 роки тому +1

      I ride my ninja 400 every day. Almost at 7,000 miles

    • @genxkevin
      @genxkevin 3 роки тому +1

      That’s what I’m thinking. I have a touring bike but this could be a fun gym and backroad to work bike lol

    • @isaacd.380
      @isaacd.380 3 роки тому

      @@reillygardner273 what year is your ninja?

    • @reillygardner273
      @reillygardner273 3 роки тому +1

      @@isaacd.380 2019. I also own a 94 zx9r

    • @isaacd.380
      @isaacd.380 3 роки тому

      @@reillygardner273 Sweet!! I am gonna take my MSF in a week and I am excited about what is to come. I have practiced on a honda rebel and it is not bad but I am thinking about trying a sport bike. Would you recommend a ninja as a beginner bike?

  • @joeallen4587
    @joeallen4587 3 роки тому +7

    I’m deadass less than a minute in, know nothing about this channel, and I love this guy. If this is representative at all of the content I’m all in! 😂

  • @alvinkinds
    @alvinkinds 4 роки тому

    Thanks for sharing this valuable information. 👍🏼👍🏼

  • @NSDG813
    @NSDG813 8 місяців тому +3

    I have a 2023 Ninja 400, its my first bike and the one thing my friend with a 2013 Ninja 300 commented on was how much better/smoother the shifting was on the 23 model. It's a fantastic machine that really feels fun because of how high you rev the engine. Awesome beginner bike. I was on the fence about starting with something bigger as I was worried I'd rapidly outgrow. But you wont outgrow this bike anytime soon. It's an absolute blast in the twisties and more than enough to land you a triple digit speeding ticket on the highway. I HIGHLY recommend buying a lightly used one though. Saves you thousands of dollars and gives you a nearly new bike.

    • @NSDG813
      @NSDG813 8 місяців тому

      Nvm. I feel like I’ve outgrown the bike and am currently shopping for 600s 😂

    • @mohammedsawaf2192
      @mohammedsawaf2192 7 місяців тому

      Xd i was gonna mition that 😂@@NSDG813

  • @RainbowFactory024
    @RainbowFactory024 3 роки тому +6

    Beginner rider here, picked up my Ninja 400 about a month ago, and I love it. This a was a good history lesson on the Ninja line! Thank you!

    • @Stockholmsking
      @Stockholmsking 2 роки тому +1

      Many People are considering to buy this as a first bike. So he gives history about the previous models who lead to the current one. I think it's pretty good to know the history behind the vehicle and brand you're buying. He tells about the specs too.

  • @cruciblestudios
    @cruciblestudios 4 роки тому +4

    Yeah, buddy! I started on my dad's Iron 883 and, while I liked it, it wasn't really the thing for me, and I didn't really enjoy highway riding with it over 65mph. I got a squeaky clean new '20 Ninja400 and I love that thing. It maneuvers really well, comparatively, and I use it as my daily to get to and from work.

  • @clvolt
    @clvolt 4 роки тому

    Thanks for the great review! Super helpful!

  • @mrsamot4677
    @mrsamot4677 4 роки тому +29

    I have a Ninja 400 since February and it’s great :) already put 2000 miles on her.

    • @waitwha4761
      @waitwha4761 2 роки тому

      How's it keeping up?

    • @mrsamot4677
      @mrsamot4677 2 роки тому +1

      @@waitwha4761 great! Oil changes are easy, sitting at 7000 miles now. The rear tire somehow finds every nail in the road. I’ve had to change it three times so far. Other than that no problems!

    • @waitwha4761
      @waitwha4761 2 роки тому

      @@mrsamot4677 Sounds awesome! I'm thinking of buying one myself. Stay safe out there!

  • @8383mon
    @8383mon 4 роки тому +81

    I can't wait to get mine... If my class wasn't postponed. Damn Dinkelburg!

    • @dinkleburg6039
      @dinkleburg6039 4 роки тому +6

      :)

    • @sambeezy007
      @sambeezy007 4 роки тому +1

      Same here in Alabama

    • @8383mon
      @8383mon 4 роки тому

      @@sambeezy007 yeah hopefully we'll be riding soon!

    • @ThouArtOfWar0724
      @ThouArtOfWar0724 4 роки тому +1

      I have the abs model and I love it

    • @stopit9747
      @stopit9747 3 роки тому +2

      That damn dinkelberrrg. Love the reference XD

  • @musicjnky1982
    @musicjnky1982 4 роки тому +15

    I just bought a 2020 Ninja 400 last month. I'm 38 and never been on a motorcycle. The last 2 weeks I've teaching myself in my neighborhood and an empty parking lot. Easiest thing I've ever done. Maybe the bike helped me get the confidence with how light and nimble it is or I'm just a fast learner. Either way, I'd recommend it. I'm 5'11" 185 lbs. It's comfortable to me, then again, I've never ridden other motorcycles.

    • @Madcircle70
      @Madcircle70 4 роки тому +3

      I’m in the same boat, same height & weight, except I’m 37 & bought a 2016 CBR300R. Dat Mid-life crisis life bruh. 👍👍

    • @sambeezy007
      @sambeezy007 4 роки тому +1

      I feel I'm in the midlife crisis at 26 years old. After the postpone of these classes (September) I'm going to go to 1 then get the 400. I'm excited. I got the money for all the gear on the wishlist now gotta save for the bike

    • @grumpysquid
      @grumpysquid 3 роки тому

      Jonathan Circle 44, never had or ridden a bike. CBR300R would be my first choice for a one and done bike to never take on a freeway (because that bike is best for urban/in-town thrills, super economical). But I think I’m gonna get the Ninja400 because there’s room to grow, it’s more gentle for learning with more linear power delivery, tons of aftermarket support, and intuitive controls compared to R3, CBR300, etc. All at a reasonable price.

    • @grumpysquid
      @grumpysquid 3 роки тому

      Yah-Will-Do-It that’s smart budgeting. Good job on financial discipline!!

    • @sambeezy007
      @sambeezy007 3 роки тому +1

      @@grumpysquid i just bought the bike (with a loan) yesterday 👍. I saved so much on gear and security also. Here's the plan:
      1. Pay $500 for 4 months worth of payments for the bike
      2. Use the 4 months to pay it off

  • @noahhouser4179
    @noahhouser4179 3 роки тому +19

    Bought a ninja 400 and my first day ever riding was able to drive it home after an hour of learning. I love it so far, shoutout to you yammie for all the vids telling me how to ride!!!

    • @noahhouser4179
      @noahhouser4179 3 роки тому +1

      It's a great bike in my opinion I reccomend strong!

    • @chadillac171
      @chadillac171 2 роки тому +1

      Hey, I know this is a year later! Do you still have the bike? Any regrets not getting something 600cc and up?

    • @noahhouser4179
      @noahhouser4179 2 роки тому +1

      @@chadillac171 it was a great bike for the season i had it put 4k miles on it was really good and forgiving when I got rowdy on it. My buddy rides it now (his first bike as well) and he loves it. It does start to feel weak after a season. No regrets tho! Getting a 636 soon

    • @chadillac171
      @chadillac171 2 роки тому

      @@noahhouser4179 Nice! Thanks for the quick reply. Debating about buying new vs used. As I know I will drop it, but I think if I start on a 250 or 300 I will move past it fast. The 400 I am hoping will give me a little joy before moving to a 650 or 750.

    • @noahhouser4179
      @noahhouser4179 2 роки тому +1

      @@chadillac171 if you're looking and can afford the extra price start on a 650

  • @ryanbealer4280
    @ryanbealer4280 3 роки тому +6

    You missed the biggest flaw in the 2018-19 model. When they introduced the slipper assist clutch they used too light of springs which causes major slipping issues.

  • @spectrese7en721
    @spectrese7en721 3 роки тому +12

    I listened to the whole history of Kawasaki with 0-60 and quarter mile times.. and the only one left out being the 400 I came here to hear about..😂😂

  • @CleanestKeyboard
    @CleanestKeyboard Рік тому +1

    Love spending my time watching a video about Kawasaki history and specs on the 250 what a great ninja 400 video

  • @mortyreilly9866
    @mortyreilly9866 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you for making videos you inspired me to get my first bike

  • @fastdraw.5093
    @fastdraw.5093 4 роки тому +19

    I own a 2020 Ninja400 KRT edition. It’s a little beast! And yeah it’s appearance makes people think it’s the Ninja 650. I totally recommend this bike!!

  • @markjimenez6351
    @markjimenez6351 4 роки тому +7

    Needed this! Planning on buying the 2020 Ninja 400

    • @jasondennis256
      @jasondennis256 3 роки тому

      I'm going for the 2021 kawasaki ninja 400 with abs

  • @alanbannister1874
    @alanbannister1874 4 роки тому +4

    I love my 2020 Ninja 400. It’s great for getting around between work and uni.

    • @Aweso10
      @Aweso10 3 роки тому

      How much you got it for bro coz I was looking to get my first bike and I was wondering which one to get the 300 or 400 kawasaki

  • @aromero9243
    @aromero9243 3 роки тому +23

    I've experienced all the problems you mentioned on my 2014 300. The problem with the clutch being pressed and then the bike turning off can be fixed by tweaking the idle. You will idle a slightly higher rpm but at least it won't turn off in the middle of riding on the freeway lol

  • @marlonrodriguez9193
    @marlonrodriguez9193 2 роки тому

    All true and well explained 👏 thanks buddy 👍

  • @trailguy
    @trailguy 2 роки тому

    I loved my 2006 ninja 250. I’m looking at the 400 now. Thanks!

  • @metalmoto4008
    @metalmoto4008 4 роки тому +3

    got the 400 just about a year ago, just did the spiegler brake line kit. what a difference! wish i did that sooner.

  • @Ryansawsume
    @Ryansawsume 4 роки тому +1

    I didn't hear about the Ninja 300 issues before this video, I bought a 15k mile 2013 300... Up to 18k miles and has been a great bike to learn on with no issues (excluding me storing the bike improperly during the pandemic).

  • @gwydionskinner7639
    @gwydionskinner7639 2 роки тому +1

    Already purchased the Ninja 400 2021 KRT - ready to start practicing in October.

  • @kanejesson4458
    @kanejesson4458 4 роки тому

    My first bike is the Ninja 400 (KRT colours), been riding for 6 months now so don’t have any input to compare it to other beginner bikes but lemme tell you I’ve racked up about 3500kms on it (brand new) and I LOVE it, no problems so far!

  • @mlclmdnldsn
    @mlclmdnldsn 4 роки тому +5

    I bought an elusive 2011 Ninja 400R (EX400) that wasn't sold in the US from what I can tell. Apparently otherwise it's essentially a EX650, just with smaller bore. Have loved riding it as my first bike!

  • @joeroth3666
    @joeroth3666 4 роки тому +2

    I have a 2019 ninja 400 and it's a great bike. Lightweight, handles great and it's quick. Not fast but easily gets out of its own way. I've had a few false neutrals but they're few and far between. As for getting in gear issues, when it happens going into first the dash shows the -- flashing. Just keep the clutch in and rock the bike. Pops in every time

    • @kermit8619
      @kermit8619 4 роки тому +1

      I had false neutral with my Z400 at the beginning . At 26,000 KM , I can't remember the last one . I love the little thing 😊👌

  • @finkthreely7089
    @finkthreely7089 2 роки тому

    My 2018 n400 averages 56mpg city or highway with taller sprockets installed. Still love riding it. After just two years, the engine needed torn down to replace a cheap rubber o-ring that is sandwiched between the crankcase and cylinder jug. Be sure to check that front crankcase seam, right behind the exhaust extractors for coolant traces.

  • @Ritalie
    @Ritalie 4 роки тому +4

    I can guarantee with 100% certainty that 43 horsepower is enough horsepower for anyone. I rode an XS400 parallel twin Yamaha for my first bike, for 3 years. It had 28 horsepower, and actually was perfectly nice to drive. It was always really fun to drive in town and on the highway. It could go about 100mph. Parallel twin engines are so much more fun to rev than a single cylinder engine. There is no comparison. The twins actually have a top end rush, and get smoother as your rev them, because they are "self balancing" unlike single cylinder engines which require a large counterbalancer just to function. When one piston goes up, the other goes down. So as the revs increase, the engine smooths out. They still have vibes, but it's totally different than a terrible shaking single. Even when a single has a counterbalancer, it still sounds like it might blow up when you revv it up. Twins sound aggressive and good, and mean.

    • @RT22-pb2pp
      @RT22-pb2pp 9 місяців тому

      43 hp is enough for anyone? you must not know any real riders. 43 hp is adequate but not enough for everyone. Please do not speak for me and other riders without asking us first. It may be enough for you but far from it for a lot of real bike riders and racers. The guys at my local track love the 400 ninja but none are happy with the 43hp they are all modded to hell and want even more as it is a nice chassis and suspension package but 43hp is just a starting point to get the most out of the little ninja.

  • @josephvanacore3625
    @josephvanacore3625 3 роки тому +2

    Ninja 400 is my first bike. Great ride, highly recommend

  • @shmirtzic
    @shmirtzic 4 роки тому +34

    get a Y2K: all Turbo, no Busa

    • @RolaiEckolo
      @RolaiEckolo 4 роки тому

      No busa? Sorry friend, but that's a dealbreaker

    • @shmirtzic
      @shmirtzic 4 роки тому

      au contraire, it's like having a busa all made of turbo, a meta-busa if you will

  • @cleejen6621
    @cleejen6621 4 роки тому +1

    I ride a ninja 400 2018. Just got out of my msf course too. It tends to lock up gears every blue moon, but it does happen. You just let the clutch off a bit and it'll catch it just fine.

  • @JENKINS3155
    @JENKINS3155 3 роки тому

    Thank u for making this video

  • @dimd5956
    @dimd5956 3 роки тому +8

    Once I turn 21 I’m buying this baby immediately. Thanks for the funny and knowledge packed content yammie

  • @SCarboni
    @SCarboni Рік тому

    Smiles per gallon... Love it!

  • @jeremybrush4289
    @jeremybrush4289 2 роки тому

    just bought my 2022 400 and it’s been a blast so far after about an hour of stalling it before taking off i got the hang of it and cruised around town a bit the next day. need some advice on upshifting smoothly and cornering but yea for a first bike i’d say i’m very happy with the decision so far!

  • @xdepredatex
    @xdepredatex 2 роки тому +2

    I’m actually thinking about this for my second bike. I’m currently on a 2016 Yamaha R3, and I love these small displacement sport bikes. The ergos are enough to feel like I’m in a cockpit, but I can still ride a bit more upright, I love being able to wring them out without breaking the law, and they’re so lightweight. Was considering turning the R3 into a strictly track bike, but this might be the better move 👀

  • @itsthemaverick4786
    @itsthemaverick4786 3 роки тому

    Love your videos,

  • @jaredhansen4711
    @jaredhansen4711 4 роки тому

    As always, your dialog is exquisitely hysterical

  • @diamondheat9
    @diamondheat9 4 роки тому

    Still a proud owner of a secondhand sub 100 mile 2015 Ninja 300 SE. Got the best deal as I picked up mine a day after it hit the used showroom floor.

  • @eod5762
    @eod5762 11 місяців тому

    happy to say I just bought a 2023 ninja 400. I started out, yes started out with the FZR 600 in 1992. Less then a year after I bought it, it was stolen, and I haven't ridden since. So, I thought the Ninja 400 would be a great way to start riding again after 30 years. I was in the Army when my bike was stolen. 2 months before I shipped out to South Korea, so I had cancelled my insurance to be able to save up some money for my new wife and son before I left. Therefore, it wasn't covered when it was stolen. Anyway, I thought this would be a good way to start riding again. Thank you for the great videos. You helped to make a rider out of me once again.

  • @cedricparkinson3635
    @cedricparkinson3635 2 роки тому

    I spent two months researching and mulling it over and I got the 2021 650 Ninja and I think it is the perfect bike and I have owned 72 motorcycles in my career.

  • @amaldevs3461
    @amaldevs3461 4 роки тому

    For the first time seeing this channel and you made a subscriber 😊

  • @clint_a_210
    @clint_a_210 4 роки тому +1

    FACT! This was another great video!

  • @EvolvingNaturally
    @EvolvingNaturally Рік тому +10

    I really love my ninja 250. Yes it screams and annoys the locals but it seems fast enough for me for now. Done 1500km in the 4 MO. Of riding season last fall. I can pass people no problem and great on gas though I need premium fuel. Maybe it lacks some torque going up big hills but I have done some doubling one day. The suspension isn't for two and I wouldn't recommend that.

  • @jrloPanigale
    @jrloPanigale 4 роки тому +6

    Good stuff Yammie! I've got around 3k miles on my 400 and the only issue i have experienced occasionally is the inability to engage 1st gear from a stop. I've seen a bunch of hit or miss suggested solutions on the internet and UA-cam, but the only one I've found that remedies this 100% of the time is to just slowly let the clutch lever out until 1st gear engages, then I'm off and running. Doesn't happen often... in a year of ownership it's maybe happened 5 times. Anyway, thought I'd share this.

  • @picklemoto660
    @picklemoto660 4 роки тому +4

    I upgraded to a Ninja 400 after owning my 250 for a while. Beginner or not, the 400 is a freakin' blast in the city, in the twisties, and everything in between. I highly recommend it! I also have a video of me dropping it on my channel .. haha

    • @kylenixon1359
      @kylenixon1359 2 роки тому

      Does it matter which Ninja 400 you get? Idk much about motorcycles but I currently have a 250 but want to upgrade and am not sure of if I'm quite ready for a ZX6R

  • @mohammedsalah303
    @mohammedsalah303 4 роки тому +37

    I’m actually about to buy one and this vid came just in time.

    • @PodVaultHQ
      @PodVaultHQ 4 роки тому

      I've had one for just over a year now and i love it

    • @BroiceBroice
      @BroiceBroice 4 роки тому +5

      I just bought one over the weekend. So much fun

    • @michaelobe1203
      @michaelobe1203 4 роки тому

      I actually didn't ride it yet 😍 bought it a few days ago

    • @ItsNotchGaming
      @ItsNotchGaming 4 роки тому

      Just hope your clutch doesn’t give out within 1000 miles... i’ve had 2 clutches replaced on mine..... within 3k miles....

    • @ChaseN194
      @ChaseN194 4 роки тому +5

      Why buy one when you can just loot one 🤷‍♂️

  • @gwynyong
    @gwynyong 4 роки тому +1

    To be honest, Kawasaki 400 was my ideal bike for years. I never have one nor sport bike riding experience. I still like this bike.

  • @WazzamDevilDog
    @WazzamDevilDog 4 роки тому +1

    New favorite channel

  • @senpai4u880
    @senpai4u880 4 роки тому +1

    Love your videos papa yam

  • @SuperKx85dude
    @SuperKx85dude 4 роки тому +7

    Why do I hate your videos, but still continue to watch them?

    • @TheJPHarvey
      @TheJPHarvey 4 роки тому +2

      Cos you're a bender

    • @SuperKx85dude
      @SuperKx85dude 4 роки тому +2

      Jake Harvey thanks for sorting out my confusion

    • @TheJPHarvey
      @TheJPHarvey 4 роки тому

      @@SuperKx85dude no worries pal, happens to the best of us

  • @BrettJoy
    @BrettJoy 4 роки тому +1

    😄😄😄😄 everytime i come up with an idea for a video yammie makes it. Forgot a new ninja 400 and buy a old school 90s bike 😎🤘🏍

  • @BroiceBroice
    @BroiceBroice 4 роки тому

    Just bought a 2020 Ninja 400 ABS KRT over the weekend as my first bike. Of course I don't have the experience to say that I bought the absolute best bike in this class, but on my way home I knew that I made the right decision. Put almost 150 miles on it over 2 days, and I'm having an absolute blast. Even while trying to keep it below 6k rpm for the break-in period it's plenty fast. Of course I'm comparing this to no other bikes as well as my Subaru BRZ which is slow for a sportscar, but I'm a beginner and don't need to be going 150+ mph or pulling 10 second 1/4 miles.

  • @LiamNI
    @LiamNI 4 роки тому +4

    Yammie - "Created a new category."
    VFR/RVF400 (NC**) - "are we a joke to you?" (much better, yet much older bikes)
    Never mind the CBR400 and Gixer 400 etc

  • @wemel007
    @wemel007 4 роки тому

    Great video! Lost of good, technical information and relevant clips. And as always perfect energy in the video. But sorry, i like my quad lock. Espescially in combination with the usb charger...

  • @d4mn4tion
    @d4mn4tion 3 роки тому +4

    It's fun. I'm a new rider and the 400 is perfect for fun rides and commuting. I live in 🇲🇹 Europe so bigger cc engines cannot fulfil their potential, although I've spotted a beautiful zx-10 R recently and started dreaming about the zx-6R because I can dream.

  • @solomoto3378
    @solomoto3378 10 місяців тому

    I have this bike and love it; the quid's should take one on the tail. fun bikes for sure.

  • @YankeeWoodcraft
    @YankeeWoodcraft Рік тому

    Never saw that GPZ 250 back in the 90's.
    I had an '83 GPZ 305 though while all my boys were riding MB5's & XL100's.

  • @AbhiSingh1992
    @AbhiSingh1992 3 роки тому

    Got my case and bicycle mount so far from Rokform. Looking forward to trying it out on a mountain bike course.

  • @honorablegoblin727
    @honorablegoblin727 2 роки тому

    I've had my ninja 400 for awhile now love it 😀

  • @bryanjames5256
    @bryanjames5256 Рік тому

    Hopefully gonna be grabbing a brand new Ninja4 this year. I'm super excited about. I've been literally obsessed with the idea

  • @michaelwalsh3474
    @michaelwalsh3474 2 роки тому

    This is awesome 😂

  • @mr.Olllie
    @mr.Olllie 4 роки тому +1

    I have a 2011 Honda CBR600 F as first bike, it can do everyting. Nice looks, nice sound and very nice handeling as well. I think i would grow out of the Ninja 400 much quicker.
    Stay safe :D greets from the Netherlands

    • @mr.Olllie
      @mr.Olllie 2 роки тому

      @@ElCoco1984 not with a full black widow system 🙃 can't even drive off without waking up the neighbours

  • @caveman_alex9946
    @caveman_alex9946 4 роки тому +1

    Just bought a 2000 CBR 600 f4 for my first bike. Gotta say its the damn best decision of my life 😌

  • @devrajd4008
    @devrajd4008 4 роки тому +1

    Yo papa noob your videos are great 👍👍🤘🤘

  • @atToebiscuit
    @atToebiscuit 4 роки тому +13

    If Yamaha ever made a 399cc sport, The Ninja 400 and RC390 would be forgotten.

    • @VMKAROUND365
      @VMKAROUND365 4 роки тому

      Facts

    • @sambeezy007
      @sambeezy007 4 роки тому +1

      I'm hoping they do. Problem is the price. It'll cost more

  • @Rempai420
    @Rempai420 3 роки тому +4

    Ninja 400 living in yammies head rent free

  • @the_landoawd
    @the_landoawd 4 роки тому +4

    I'm wookie-sized and this is on the short (no pun) list for me. FZ-07 is the other candidate.
    We need you to make sasquach friends for "tall rider" vids.

  • @slipperys0ap817
    @slipperys0ap817 3 роки тому +5

    this is a literal “So you want” episode from Fitment Industries

    • @rakahsa2965
      @rakahsa2965 3 роки тому

      And it’s perfect just for motorcycles😁

  • @ZSmith-yy4lv
    @ZSmith-yy4lv 3 роки тому +7

    “Why isn’t the ninja 400 your favorite?”
    Him: *BÜSÅ*

  • @GameMasterAddict235
    @GameMasterAddict235 4 роки тому +4

    Our boy yammie is more enthusiastic on kawasakis flaws. Lol

  • @1969cmp
    @1969cmp 3 роки тому

    I love the look of the mid to late 80s GPZ900 😎

  • @UsualCase
    @UsualCase 4 роки тому +1

    I've had my 2019 Ninja 400 for about 1400 miles now - no issues so far. I'm interested in the next class up though, maybe even a Zx6r.

    • @meza5207
      @meza5207 4 роки тому

      get that zx6r no question about it ! i got it for my first bike and man oh man !

    • @ZSmith-yy4lv
      @ZSmith-yy4lv 3 роки тому

      Unless you’re doing track, I’d personally stick with a 400. It’s more than enough for the road.

  • @willbernhardt4163
    @willbernhardt4163 3 роки тому +1

    Been cruising around on a little van van 200 for a couple of years and it’s between either a ninja 400 or CBR500R as my upgrade of choice. Still undecided.

  • @seffers4788
    @seffers4788 3 роки тому +4

    Gotta love the redundant history lessons and paid plugs to hit that sweet 10 minute mark!

  • @pace7
    @pace7 3 роки тому +2

    When papa yam reads my brain my first time viewing this video...
    When I rewatch only to find out I did in fact see the SV650 everywhere after ninja 400 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @thepnwtest2124
    @thepnwtest2124 4 роки тому

    Yammie Noob new shirt !
    Ball shavers and motorcycle, they go hand and hand.

  • @Kayalel
    @Kayalel 4 роки тому +3

    Just bought a 2020 ninja on the weekend and went for my first ride yesterday! This thing is an awesome bike but the break in period sucks XD

    • @rockjonson6342
      @rockjonson6342 2 роки тому

      Wdym break in period?

    • @Kayalel
      @Kayalel 2 роки тому

      @@rockjonson6342 lol quite the late comment XD. When you buy a bike brand new your suppose to keep it under a certain rpm for like 1200km. It's dumb

  • @dindoabainza7374
    @dindoabainza7374 4 роки тому

    Yeah..i want ninja 400..nice looking and i think its satisfied my long rides here in the philippines.. Hope i got 1..soon..

  • @BrennanGamer
    @BrennanGamer 4 роки тому

    Smiles per gallon, I see what you did there ;)

  • @viperbite911
    @viperbite911 4 роки тому

    I bought the Ninja 400 as my first bike and so far its been and fun. Super easy to ride and jus fun. But the Street Tripple is next on the list

  • @scuffleswaffles2243
    @scuffleswaffles2243 4 роки тому +4

    Me sitting in my driving school, our teacher asks us which bike we want, one dude says a ninja.
    Me: 👀

    • @xXByCrazZy
      @xXByCrazZy 4 роки тому

      Scuffles waffles I mean id you want a fz07 which you may want watching this channel your option isnt much better xd