Why This 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 650 Is The Best Beginner Motorcycle
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- Опубліковано 5 жов 2023
- Best all around bike I have come across.
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There’s also the KRT edition paint.
I’ll pin your comment. You are right the KRT is a color scheme that’s available on this bike.
There is also the red and black 40th anniversary edition
2 minutes into my first time watching this guys channel makes me realize he is literally the Doug Demuro of motorcycles😆
I came to comment the same exact thing lol
Just got my 650 yesterday as my first bike, taking it out for a spin this weekend and I’m so excited to be apart of the life now.
Enjoy!!
Which color? I’m shopping now and it’s between the 650 or Yamaha R3
Be safe! I wish I could go riding, but it's just too cold here lol
Be safe out there. Welcome to the life!!
how much did everything roughly cost to get your bike license and insurance?
One of the best reviews I’ve seen in a long time. Detailed but not boring. Great work!
Thanks for watching!
Good points, thanks. I enjoyed riding freeways and roads for 15 years on the Ninja 250s, where they could keep up with traffic and pass it often as needed. The only weakness was going up hills, where it needed momentum if going to pass other vehicles at a good pace.
Moving up to the '21 Ninja 650, it would have absolutely gotten me into trouble if it was my first bike, as the power is much greater than my 250s and I was saved by them for having less power a few times when speed would've gotten me into big trouble with road enforcement or road conditions. I agree, for public roads where rules are set, the Ninja 650 excels and is a great motorcycle, agile, fuel efficient, long-lasting and fun to ride.
Started my street career on the 1985 600r Ninja and I have it still. I didn’t die. I respected the bike and built my skills. The only time I ever dropped it was at a stand still when the front wheel went into a small pothole that turned it sideways facing downhill. Been through a lot of bikes in 40 yrs but this would be a good choice at this point. Love the paint and the seat hight the old back ain’t what it used to be. I honestly don’t see anything I’d change from stock including the exhaust which is rare for me but a gold tinted windscreen would be swapped out to complete the Master Chief look
Nice review of the 2024 Ninja 650. I have a '21, and a fun bike overall and fully capable on freeways and backroads too. I graduated up from the Ninja 250s, which I had a blast with for 15+ years of riding, again on freeways and backroads. This has that extra power I was hoping for though going up hills, which it handles without any struggle, compared to my prior traded in 250s. But I'll say, if you're not in a race, the Ninja 250 is a ton of fun for many years in my opinion too.
Looking into getting a 650 for my first bike. I found this video very informative and gave a Doug Demouro type of vibe
i used to have one, 2012 candy red, it was an epic bike, i have ridden Yamaha and Suzuki and they are not very comfortable to be on
So dope that you’re in the Bellevue area. I was debating on getting this bike at Bellevue Motorsports so it’s cool to see you test drive around where I live haha
I got this bike on the first of February and love this thing!
Got mine over the weekend. It drives like a dream I love it
Can’t go wrong with the 650! Ride safe.
I've gone on a binge of motorcycle reviews, honda cb650r, mt 07, triumph trident 660 and so on, and you are making me want to buy this bike because your review is so much fucking better.
Thanks for watching! I’m glad this video was of small help in picking the right bike for you. Ride safe!
I've had my 2009 Ninja 650 since 2012. Still runs great, and it's comfortable. Was a fantastic beginner bike with enough power to have fun and get out of situations like you said, but not so much that I could really get in tons of trouble as a young 17/18 year old. Only downside of mine I'm glad Kawasaki has changed is you have to basically take the majority of fairings off to change the oil on mine. I still have it keep around for nostalgia and fun relaxed rides now. Great review!
A Ninja 650 was my first bike. I still miss it, it was a fun ride.
Would you preferred to have started on a Ninja 300? Or do you think the 650 was perfect?
I thought the 650 was perfect. It had the right balance of power and agility. @@emadreviews
I’m looking to get a first bike not sure if 650 right for me or too much powrr
If you have self control and throttle discipline, a 650 should be fine. @@jareddior9909
@jareddior9909 did you get a bike yet?
Not too weak and powerful. Nice narration.
What a trully great review. Subscribed.
Thanks for watching!
Just discovered this channel!!! Love your content! You gained a new subscriber …. Looking forward to more great reviews and watching your channel grow!!!
Glad to have you!! Welcome to our growing family:)
Idk why they put traction control on this bike. I own a 22 and have never spun the back wheel without trying. This is a perfect bike for a beginner or someone wanting fun/cheap transportation. As a beginner, this is great weekend toy. For an experienced rider, it’s cheap/fun transportation. Owning one, I can say this is a great video representing the bike.
I’ve only ever found it handy in the rain. 40 yrs of riding never needed anything like that but after a long wet ride you get sloppy when tired so that’s when I find it handy. Things like gear indicators and antilock brakes never existed hell we had to swish the tank back and forth to figure out how much gas we had. I have still not found a use for a gear indicator anywhere off the track
i only ride i am going from an r3 to this mostly to build credit while i save the cash to get a zx10r for the track but also the traction control helps in the rain and on ahit utah roads
Bike DOES have range estimate, easily accessed by left bar "down" button. Scrolls through 5 or 6 parameters. (Also accessed by right side button of TFT, which is all you had before '23 model got traction control and selector button.)
I’ll adjust the score. You are right!
yup i watched many videos and i come back here. this guy sold it
I just ordered mine in this same color!! Can’t wait! 10k out the door and that was with a 3 year warranty and $1000 off promo.
That’s a great deal! And one to hold onto for many years to come! Enjoy it and be safe
Excellent review! I agree with 99% of what you said, except I absolutely hate the look of the stock muffler but I won't change it because I like quiet bikes, and hate the sound of the exhausts that fit on this bike. I've had mine since 2018 and absolutely love it ! I been riding since 1985 (62 yo).. most of which were 600 & 750cc track bikes. I may invest in the upcoming Ninja 7 in 2024 as a novelty to add to my stable. ( a Hybrid built on the Ninja 650 and 400 platform )
Glad you enjoyed the video!
Hill Hold Control will be a nice feature !
I’m saving up some money to purchase the 650 KRT for my first bike come this time next year…I can’t wait
Can’t go wrong with this bike! Ride safe.
I started on a Ninja 650 and got a busa 5 months later, but I still love my 650 🙌🙌🙌
Turbo’s the busa on day 2?
Enjoy your reviews (most notably - this one and the GSX 8R)! I would note that the Ninja is not just for beginners, I'll be 57 this year and have had a few bikes in my lifetime. I am now selling my 2018 Vstrom 650 so I can reduce my inventory to a bike of 1 (garage space limitations etc), that being my current 2023 Ninja 650 KTR edition w/ABS. Fun bike with plenty of zest, enough not to get into trouble. I have honestly considered swapping for the 8R but not sure I'm yet convinced (love the quick shifter and reversed front forks, the HP and torque - but is it enough to part ways with the reliable and venerable Ninja 650. Keep up the great work!
i am annexperienced rider and after selling a 2005 sv650 i am torn between me 3 bikes, z650, hornet 750 or gsx8s. z650 looks the best, its the cheapest in my country but i am just affraid 68hp isn't enough even though i am a relaxed rider and daily use a 27hp scooter.
@@farmoboy83 I think the Ninja 650 has adequate power - it's a lot of fun on the road. IMO the downside is the vibration effects once you are at 5,000 rpm and above for sustained periods (highway speeds for longer duration). I can do btw 1.5/2 hrs of highway speeds and then need a break. I think it just comes down to what's most important to you, how you intend to ride most of the time and what bike fulfills those needs and fits you best.
Excellent choice of bike :-)...
They do make a good first bike, I had one, but a year later I traded up for the ninja 1000.
Holy shit that paint scheme is beautiful
I think so too.
Looks like I’m getting this as my first bike
Great video,nice bike I bought one. On another note you seem very Doug Demo Demuro, I was continually anticipating a Doug score :-)
Thanks for watching!
We really needed a Doug Demuro biker twin. I got my Z650 2023 in september, I'm very happy with it. First bike ever at 39 years old. Though I'm more of a commuter I couldn't resist remapping and changing the exhaust. It was really painful to me because the original exhaust was glorious. The roadsitalia special isn't on par but is sounds far better. Now the map tells me something. This engine hides it's power, because without even trying if you accelerate in 2nd gear it wants to look at the sky and good thing I still use it on KRTC2 because it lifts the tire without me even trying to do a wheelie, as I am not experienced enough and also not that much of a daredevil.
Great that you started riding. Better late than never!! Stay safe.
Doug DeMuro of motorcycle. I like your review!
A beUtiful color on that bike too
Love the green/khakis!
hes gonna be the doug of motorcycles. fr fr
I started like a dumb ass on a gixxer 750. Quickly caught on and kept it for 2 years before i moved up to my H2.
The best beginner bike is any used 250 or 300cc bikes for me. Buy cheap, learn on it, sell for about the same price.
Nice new jacket btw 👏
That’s also definitely a school of thought and a respectable one too. Thanks for the jacket complement!
@@emadreviews*compliment
Bro, you made my day. I am a beginner and plan to pursue it shortly.InshaAllah
Hopefully this was a useful video! Thanks for watching.
Great review mate.
I was torn between the Ninja 400 (soon to be 500) or the CBR650R for upgrading from my XSR 125.
The Ninja 650 fits in as the perfect bike for me.
There are a couple of important issues though.
One is the looks, I don't like'em and the CBR looks like Marilyn Monroe in comparison.
The second one is the sound vs the inline 4.
But to be fair, this earns the title of beginner bike, the CBR does not, probably not a fair comparison.
Yeah Ninja 650 is probably the highest power plant that I’d recommend as a beginner/intermediate friendly bike. Anything higher and it’s definitely going to be a pro level bike.
My Yamaha r3 I ride in the highway pretty comfortably & picks up speed whenever I need too
R3 is a fantastic bike. Test ride this bike too when you get a chance.
the throttle vibrates like crazy tho! specially in high revs. Tried the Moto 650 and the comfort is night and day. But that bike is heavy and the very torquey
Wish I watched videos like this when I started
Not too late for your second bike! Subscribe and turn on the bell notification (and of course suggest what bike you’d like me to look into!)
@@emadreviews I’m blessed with 4 now bro. I’d like to see drz400. Though that thing might be hugely tall for me
I totally love the Ninja 650 exhaust and raised handlebars!
The ergonomics of the Ninja 650 IMO, beats the Honda sport bikes hands down.
I can attest. I got one as my first big boy bike ( had a grom before) and it's the best. Problem is I want a zx6r now hahaha
looking forward to your possible ninja 1000sx review 😅
Soon!
Linda Moto. ❤
Influenced by Doug demero. Love it 👍👍👍👌👌
Slighty so yeah.
The ninja 400 (in 2024 going to 500) is another great beginner option.
hey i wanna get the 650 as my first bike. but im kinda tall 6`7 (202cm) so would you say the bike is good for tall riders or should i look for something different??
great review btw!!!
Hmm that’s probably a bit too tall for this category of bike in general no matter the brand. I’d recommend a cruiser for your kind of height. Thanks for watching!
Versys
The Doug demuro for bike reviews
Heyy, what about the ninja 500 SE MY 2024? Is it a good beginner bike?
Scale of 1-10 what would rate this bike? I’m thinking bout grabbing this one as my first bike same color and all, only thing is I think the KRT is the only one with Abs right?
The army green can be in ABS or non-ABS, the KRT is only ABS, the gray colors are all non-ABS at the time of writing this comment per Kawi’s configurator tool on their website.
@@emadreviewsThe matte Dark Gray is essentially the same as the green; choice of ABS or non-ABS, per the Kaw website and dealer
I will get my ninja soon😊
He is the quickest of them all
5 out of 5. I highly recommend it
@@emadreviews i do t ride nor can i yet but if i did i would like this bike it seems very sleek and the headlights remind me of a ant or another bug which makes it look a little aggressive too
How would you rate the Ninja 400 vs the 650 as the best beginner bike. I have had the 2018, ninja 400 but thinking of moving to the 650.
Ninja 400 is close enough to the power and general specs of this 650 that I’d say the upgrade isn’t really worth the price difference between selling your bike used and buying this new. I’d recommend a BMW F900R if you want to go to the next level!
@@emadreviews THANKS! I appreciate the response and love the videos!
Paint scheme 🔥
My favorite definitely
This color and the KRT are so sick. My only issue with getting the 650 is it doesn’t seem like it has a lot of character
I dunno, I have a 2023 model I picked up in April, and on the country lanes for the Midlands of England, it's an amazing amount of fun and I'm yet to get bored. (I've ridden for 27 years and this is my 28th bike, I've ridden all thing from super sports, to classics, to hacks, but this bike is fun!)
@@Drobium77 that’s great to hear! Maybe I’m listening to many UA-camrs who say it has no character. I’ve heard the same thing about the SV650
The Engine is full of Character
Nice Growl from the Airbox
Not just a Beginner Bike.
Watch gixxer brah video on the 650 it’s got plenty, it’s all about the rider. I also just bought a 2024 650 KRT and rode it 110 miles away from home to pick it up and I’ve loved every mile of it
Inline 4's have no character. V-Twins do. My friends Ducati Monster Dark with Delavic shorties had an exhaust note that I loved. Maybe even just a little better than my 1600cc Harley Twin Cam. I was considering an Ninja 650 as a second bike. Something light and Flickable yet comfy enough to ride all day. I was ready to pull the trigger but the only bike I could find in stock was the white one. I wanted the black or maybe even Kawasaki green. Since then I reinjured my knee and am thinking about getting one as a primary bike as the ol Hog is a bit heavy and the primary on the twin cam is wider than every other generation of Harley and makes it hard to back out in dirt, grass, and loose gravel.
Im missing something here. I been riding a 2005 kawasaki classic 1700 for 20 years and never went down . 3 months ago i bought a 2024 ninja 650 and took it out last week for first time, rode 1/4 mile to stop sign, turned right and went down , bike went right out from under me .
Why? That doesn't happen just because....
Ooh yeah baby 🎉
Sir you will make a fine director in an orchestra.
Not a bad idea…
What would you say is best z650 or ninja650? Besides sitting position a little different anything else?
Both are great bikes. Ninja 650 is a bit heavier but looks imo a bit more handsome.
Is this similar to a SV 650?
Emad, what do you think of SV650A ?
Great bike. Not sure what the A variant is. Check out my Yamaha MT07 video in which I do a comparison of this bike, SV650 and the Yamaha MT07! Cheers
It makes sense as a first bike only if you are a heavy person that weights more than 80kg. For light riders, the 400 is a much better bike, 40kg lighter, and with a few modifications, can become even lighter and faster. Weight is king. I myself weight 65kg, and my 400 with mods, is under 150kg and 56HP, does 0~100km/h in less than 4s. That is a rock solid combination!
Absolutely! Weight and height of the rider directly correlate with what is and isn’t the right bike for you!
Did he just say "flooring it?" With 1 mile on the odometer? What about the break in period?
Per the manual you can do that for a short period of time. Prolonged stress can hurt the engine though yes I agree.
I’m 6 foot 4 inches. Do you think I’m too tall for this bike and will be uncomfortable?
Thanks for watching! Comfort is relative. You’ll be more comfortable on this than a ZX10R, but less comfy than on a Vulcan. Test ride it to see how comfortable it is. Cheers!
Does the 2024 650 abs have cruise control?
Nope
Why was the cbr500 the comparison and not the cbr650?
I came to the comments for this. I will say the ninja is between the two Hondas. Honda makes the 500 to make the maximum power for an A2 licence, and the 650 as the maximum allowed for an A2 with the bike restricted. The cbr650r is probably borderline not a begginer bike, where the Ninja definitely is.
so now there is the zx4rr which seems even more like the sweet-spot.
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I disagree with this opinion of the ninja 300
it's faster than 90% ofncars out there.
Highest my speedo has shown is 115 (whilst still accelerating)
but yes, a 650 is faster!
the CBR650R has a quick shifter option...I wish this had one
You can put a Quick shifter on a Ninja 650.
but i'm 6'2" though. Would the 650 work for me?
It should be ok for your height too but definitely test ride one to be sure.
I'm 6'2", I'd suggest the extended reach seat (raises you about 1"). With that, 3hr rides are no problem
What about the Honda CBR 650R?
It’s essentially the same as this bike. Comes down to preference. Same price, same power output, same etc. The only reason I didn’t include it in this video is because there doesn’t seem to be a 2024 model for CBR650R just yet.
CBr650r makes another 30hp over this@@emadreviews
Is that custom colour?
It’s unique but not custom. Kawasaki sells it on their website as one of the options
Scrolls through 5 or 6 parameters. (Also accessed by righ ini earning before taxt side button of TFT, which is all you had before '23 model
what about zx4rr
They’re quite different than one another. Check out my ZX4RR video!
the price of ninja400 is still more attractive as beginner
And the seating position+higher resell value
How much?
10k
Led turn signals? Wait, you mean motorcycles have turn signals now???
Doug demuro vibe
He copied my style fr.
your hand gestures are annoying sometimes but good video!
Imagine I have to edit my own videos. Looking at these clips and hand gestures for over 9 hours :(
@@emadreviews lmaoo no youre videos are great no worries
The R7 is only around 4 horsepower more
I need another alternative for people over 5'9
Adventure Bikes are generally tall people friendly. I’d recommend an Africa Twin
Was just browsing the Aprilla Rs 660 and liter bikes due to seat height. I check out the Africa Twin. Thank You !
@bspence54 Your other option can be to purchase a Dual-sport motorcycle like the Suzuki DR-650 or The Honda XR650l.
lol 5 foot 9 isn't tall, this bike fits that size
@@chrispekel5709 The ninja 650 can fit someone who's as short as 5'4 and go up to people who are 5'8.
If you're taller than get naked bikes the Yamaha Mt-07 or the Suzuki GSXR-750.
because it pays you like any other brand
What do you think is the best beginner motorcycle and why?!?
GSX R8 because of engine, tires, seating position, power and price. It’s just a much better value for the same price range.
Ninja 650 abs!
For the reasons you mentioned in the video. 😎
The west Calling a 650cc 70hp “beginner” is just beyond me as an Indian. I know it’s different here m I live in Europe but still.
Don’t be fooled by the cc. It doesn’t have that much hp.
Specs on the site says it is 68hp
My '22 KRT is the sexiest bike you have ever seen. These '24 colors are terrible.
That 2 cylinder engine just don't seem to fit that bike to me...sounds silly for a sport bike. And no power...why not give this bike a detuned inline 4 cylinder...I don't understand this engine choice. Not to mention these are over $10k out the door by the time you pay all those BS dealership fees. I'd certainly be looking at something else..at the end of the day, a bike is bike. When it comes to riding , twisting the throttle is a subjective, self control issue. You buy one of these, you'll be looking at something else very soon, PLUS, like this guy said, having that financial burden..I'd be looking at the MT 7 over this one...for less $$$$. I went from a honda shadow 500 to a Ninja 1000SX.....i feel like my ninja is where i shoulda started all along...everything else feels like a toy
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not a beginner
Sv650 is better and more fun imo
Wrong.
@@akirameru675def wrong 😂
Btw copy cats are not cool, so I'd suggest you try to be a little more original, ok Doug?
It appears you are strangely hurt by a motorcycle review video. That can’t be good!
@@emadreviews not hurt at all :D It wasn't even meant to be mean, but it's weird how you, as a content creator, reject feedback. And you know darn well what I was talking about. To each their own!
beginner for sure only, after a while they'll realize it feels soulless sadly
I see your point. But you gotta understand that a brand new rider isn’t looking for soul in a bike. They are just trying to come back home in one piece. A few bikes later and yeah then you can start looking for V-twin shaky cruisers with a lot of personality.
they gotta do smt about these engines,they sound terrible
I’m new to bikes, can you explain what sounds bad about it? What causes it to sound bad? What would make it sound better?
@@gerardgrenier8573A full exhaust will make it sound a lot better
I was going to get a 400 but my wife is talking me into the 600 since it “is more expensive so it’s better”
They are both great bikes. However keep in mind that there is no longer a ninja 400. It was cancelled for 2024. You may or may not find a brand new ninja 400 anymore. Cheers!