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5 THINGS I HATE ABOUT THE NINJA 400
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- Опубліковано 10 бер 2024
- Two videos back to back? Something must be in the air...
Keep it short and sweet for you boys and girls. I love this bike but if I had to pick 5 things I am not the biggest fan of, these would be it...
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I started riding at 14, now 72 and don't give a shit about social stigma while riding my 400. First thing I did to mine was tail tidy then exhaust, seat, levers,grips and tires. Barnet clutch is waiting for me to install. These are great little bikes with just a few mods.
Appreciate your insight and comment. I’m glad to see others don’t give a shit about the social stigma. It’s undeniable that the 400 class gets a bad rep but I personally believe it comes from people with too much of an ego, lol.
If you don’t mind me asking, what did you do for the seat? I need to change mine.
I bought my 400 a little after the time you posted your walk-around 8 months ago, it’s been great and I’ve been watching your videos since. I’ve been waiting for you to make a video like this and I can share a lot of your problems that you pointed out, especially the high rpm’s when trying to go a bit faster and overtaking.
I remember thinking this was going to be my first and last bike when I first bought it but now I’m already thinking about trying out different bikes like the r6 and 1000cc bikes.
Keep producing great videos
Wow man, really appreciate your support. I hope the 400 has treated you well during its time! It’s important to try new bikes, the 400 is great but not everyone’s stopping point for sure. It isn’t mine! An R7 or ZX6R sound beautiful to me!
Much love Reer ✌🏻 keep on riding man and thanks again for the support!
Your rev matching is 😩 Love the way you ride bro! I feel like I’m watching myself ride haha. Nice video G ❤️ Agreed can’t “hate” the Ninja 400
You know I really appreciate you showing me love, Nick. Since Day 1. You are a genuine dude and I hope nothing but great things come your way brother. 😎✌🏻
@@RidingWithGav You have great content bro! Keep it up!
I've only ever gotten 2 comments from other riders about my 400, and both were positive - they said they love these things lol. Just got out for the 2nd time this season today and it feels good to be back out there after winter.
I’ve definitely got my fair share of comments as well, it is a great bike! Glad you are also getting out now that winter is over
What up G! I’m at like 1100 miles on my 400 and the wind blowing her around is definitely a thing. I go full tuck in open straightaways like I’m Rossi lol
Me and you both! As long as I am not falling over, it’s cool with me lol. Much love dude, ride safe!
It to me SO LONG TO FIND YOU again. You were buried in my subscription list. Im glad to find you again man.
Happy to have you back brother 🤙🏻 means a lot that you even looked for my channel in all your subscriptions 🥺 more content on the way!
The small bike social stigma in America is real but TBH it's just other riders announcing their own insecurities. To that end the Ninja 400 would spank an 883 Harley so and several other larger bikes.
Couldn’t agree more. I mentioned this in a different comment but a lot of it from other riders is ego.
I think it's only the sport bike community hating on it, I don't understand why but I think it is the lower speed like atleast what I have seen in the community they don't find thrill in going so slow at full throttle, my sister has a 400 and it's a cool lil bike
I just got a 24 ninja 500 as my first bike and so far I’m loving it. Your videos definitely make me feel more comfortable with the choice of getting it as my first
That’s awesome man! Did you get the 40th anniversary fairings? I appreciate the kind words. I think you made a great choice
@@RidingWithGav yes I did! It’s very bright but I love it
Such a sick looking color scheme man! Congrats! 😎
Two in a row hell yeah bro! Im buying my first bike soon and plan to get the ninja 400. I have a question whats it like on these pot hole coverd roads as a new rider?
Ima a idiot so I’m trying to get a zx6r or a S1k and weirdly enough I have better chances for the s1k
You are not an idiot bro. Is it going to be your first bike? If so, just be smart and take it slow. No need to rush it on those bikes. You got it bro, think positive
What’s up gang! Great question. Really any sport bike isn’t going to handle these pot hole infested roads well. The advantage of the Ninja is the weight so if you quickly need to adjust for a pot hole, you can do so. Just be mindful and try to scan the road ahead. Don’t let this trip you up man, just get comfortable riding and the rest will come. It’s very much a confidence and comfort thing.
Did you take a motorcycle safety course?
I did not but think it is 100% worth it. I’ve actually considered taking it just because. I know you learn great fundamentals
I agree, the wind is one of my gripes with this bike. I get tossed around and I feel like I’m going down sometimes. That being said, it’s one of the most forgiving and fun bikes I have ridden to date!
You said it perfectly man. It’s one of the few things I’m willing to look past because this bike is so much fun to ride!
Mine has a full exhaust, velocity stacks, hi flow air filter and ECU tune and this bike hauls ass!. Have a bored over throttle body coming from Norton racing soon. Seen videos of these 400’s getting away from R1’s and H2’s on the track in the corner. To an experienced and confident rider on a track, these bikes stay in the lead. Btw, I love your white bike! They look so clean in white. Mine is an 2018 in the rare candy plasma blue.
Oh man I can only imagine how much fun the bikes is after mods like that. That’s awesome! That Plasma Blue is so clean. Much love and ride safe bro! 🤙🏻
Riding on the highway on my 400, I think it’s pretty easy to bypass people. I’m usually cruising at 75-80, depending on where at. I don’t have any issues getting to 85-90.
You don’t wish for maybe just a little bit more power in those situations? Personally I’d feel safer with a little more power.
@@RidingWithGav I’m already going 75-80 on the highway. I don’t need to go 90-95 unless I absolutely need to pass by for safety reasons.
I don’t see a huge gap in speed performance until about 95 anyways. Don’t think I need to make a move at that speed if I’m being proactive 😁
It is always good to be proactive! Ride safe brother 🤙🏻
@@RidingWithGav thanks homie. Appreciate your video and the love for the 400 🤘🏽
I want to agree but when I tried my sisters 400 it was just not fungoing almost full throttle just to pass someone, I think the only reason it's not exactly liked by most is mainly bc the speed, I think for most atleast what I have seen there is just no thrill in going that slow especially on a highway or with friends I think most people just don't find it fun to go that slow, like in order to just go speed limit you need to be at like 75 throttle and for city and street need to be in third gear just to be at speed limit
"Why don't you have a 600".... "uh maybe the price difference is more than double"?
Right! I’ve been eye balling a few 600s and I’m like damn we are over $10,000?!? This is actually going to be one of the things I love about the 400 in my next video! 😎
The wind had me so scared in the beginning I though I was going to fly away lol
It certainly feels like it some days lol
There's a way to angle the bike so your slightly drifting into the source of the wind with your body tucked. Wearing a motorcycle jacket also reduces wind friction. This way I can deal with all weather. If there's a wind that's gunna blow you off your bike then I wudnt be riding.
The only point I agree with was your second point. Yea crosswinds will make you feel like you’re on a boat in a tropical storm.
I have a 2023 Ninja 400 and I have been having a blast on it since I got it. It thrills me, it excites me, and it does highway with no problems. It also has passing power so you can get away from other vehicles, and it’s easy on the wallet. The engineering on the Ninja 400 is superb, so you really don’t need to go to a 600 unless you’re MotoGP or you just want to meet the Grim Reaper. I usually average around 75-80 on the highway, with occasional 90 for kicks😎😎😎
I just picked up the 2024 Ninja 500. New rider btw. I love this bike, although there are other riders who got faster bikes, don’t matter to me. I’m not racing anybody lol. I use my bike as a delivery vehicle.
Totally agree with your comment. I don’t care to race anyone or care to race anyone so being the absolute fastest on the street doesn’t matter for me!
Picking up my 2024 500 40 anniversary tomorrow I’m so damn excited
Dude hell yeah! Congrats!
What a cool colorway and bike. I hope to see a 500 in person soon, hopefully on the street. Ride safe 🤙🏻
I sold my ninja 400 to a new rider. I have a ninja 650 for my daily. Ideal power and sitting position
Just sat on a 650 yesterday. Great bike man!
Just bought a 400! First bike.
Get a double bubble windshield. It keeps my head from being slapped around on the freeway.
Thank you! I’ve heard great things about double bubble windscreens
Hey man I don’t know if you’ll see this today. I just wanted to make sure you and your family were okay and good. Tornados ripped through the whole Midwest and I know a lot of people are getting placed around Lincoln. Hope you’re safe man. Keep your heads up
Much love ❤️ thanks for reaching out dude. How are you holding up?
My family and I are safe. We live on the eastern part of Lincoln so really didn’t get hit with much. However I know the interstate and parts of Waverley were hit hard. Thanks again fam
@@RidingWithGav we had to take shelter because one formed over COUNCIL BLUFFS but we’re safe and sound, thanks for asking. If you and yours need anything don’t hesitate to reach out
Thanks again for thinking of us 😎🤙🏻
@@RidingWithGav of course man anytime. I’m glad you guys are safe👍🏼👍🏼
They are fun to ride! Feels more like a bicycle as light as it is. I need more power though. The zx4rr might be the slickest bike I've ever been on, and close to the performance of my decades old 600.
I’ve always been eye balling the ZX6R but man… that ZX4RR looks incredible. Jealous you’ve had the pleasure of riding that bike!
@@RidingWithGav My friend that has the 2023 zx4rr just bought a 2024 40th anniversary 636. 600s are great bikes; my first and only motorcycle has been an F4i. Definitely need to learn throttle discipline with them, but they are forgiving as well. About the only reason to ride a 1000 supersport is if you're looking to do over 150 mph easily. I'm currently looking for '07 Fireblade.
Couldn’t agree more. I think I’m stopping at 600 or 700cc. I don’t care to go over 150, value my life too much lol. A 600 would be nice especially on the interstate, that is where my 400 falls short. Keep riding safe homie 🤙🏻
If you’re down I’d love to get the Lincoln downtown bike tour
Totally down man! As long as you are cool not doing reckless shit lol, I’m always down to ride with others! I need to make an Instagram or something to help facilitate stuff like this. Let me get on that and I’ll come back to this comment where you can contact me!
@@RidingWithGav no for sure. I’m still in the works of getting a new bike. So no rush and no worries. And I’m not a reckless rider, I’ve seen way too many family members and friends wreck and or lose their lives
I didn’t think you would be and hope it didn’t come off that way man! I’d be down to meet up and cruise downtown. Got some decent restaurants we could check out too
@@RidingWithGav I’m down for it. When you find a way you’d like to communicate back and forth I’m down. Like I said previously though. I am still in the works of getting a new bike, so it might be a little while
What exhaust do you recommend as replacement?
I like my Leo Vince LV-10. Sounds good. Just a slip on, easy to install.
@@RidingWithGav thanks brother.
I’m about 45 minutes away from Lincoln. Are there any good riding spots?
I saw your other comment but downtown isn’t a bad spot to ride! Easy ride and fun during the weekend now that it’s nice.
Hi Btw G i just got my first motorcycle it is a 50cc mini moto motorcycle that i got 40 dollars and it's been drilled out and extended to 100cc it Rips i can get roughly 70mph.
That is sick! I’ve seen pictures or videos of bikes like that online and always wondered what it was like to ride one. Does it sit pretty low to the ground?
yeah it barely can carry anyone who m fore thank 89kg @@RidingWithGav
That sounds like a ton of fun. I had a Honda Grom for quite some time and loved it. Wish I would’ve kept it.
Yeah also it's nice feeling to own a motorcycle when ur only 13@@RidingWithGav
You are only 13?! Good for you dude, that’s awesome.
it’s not a freeway bike..
i love mine so i just do it anyway
I think it’s a freeway bike for a few miles, then it gets sketchy lol. I definitely still enjoy jumping on and off the freeway.
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Fender delete kits & new pipes are a given for any bike. If you can’t pass cars on this bike you shouldn’t be passing, it tops out at 120. Just delete this vid please.
I’m good off all that, Robert.
You realize these videos are opinionated? You realize the title is 5 Things I Love or Hate, heavy emphasis on the I part? You don’t agree with my reasons, cool. I could genuinely care less about yours and why you may or may not like something on a motorcycle as we all are entitled to opinions. However, what I won’t be doing is taking down a video all because you disagree with my clearly opinionated talking points. I won’t let that slide now or ever.
Hey but thanks for your entitled opinion!
It’s UA-cam. If you don’t like the video or this channel , go somewhere else? 😂 acting like you’re stuck watching me or something, lol.
Permanent high beam on purpose?
I ride with mine on all the time to help with visibility, during the day especially. Too many times I hear ‘I couldn’t see you’ Well now you can see my bright ass lights shining at you lol.
@@RidingWithGav Yeah I used to ride with a guy who said the same thing. Hated being in front of him getting blinded the whole time! 😂
What you were saying about social stigma, I get it all the time as a guy in my 30's rolling out on his 400. As a collector who owns 10 bikes at the moment, all sorts, bikes for nearly every occasion. While this one is labelled a "beginner" bike, if inexperienced people move on to bigger bikes and get over the novelty of extreme acceleration, it's a legit all rounder to come back to, settle on and enjoy forever. Just a good bike.
Thankfully I don’t group ride or really ever ride with others so I don’t feel bad for anyone 😅 trying to save my own life!
I really think the social stigma thing is more of an ego related issue. People look down on the 400 class because it’s ’too slow’ and ‘will lose any race’. Any 400 rider has either heard it directly from someone else or got some dirty looks. But I completely agree, for the individuals that own this bike, we appreciate everything it offers. Much love man 😎🤙🏻
@@RidingWithGav I mean, they say all that, till you overtake them through the mountain roads 😅 If you're looking for some cheap upgrades to comfort/handling, throw a gsxr shock in the back and some cheap preload adjusters up front, for a very small amount of money, ya can't beat the result.
I’m 12 and ima buy a cbr 250 r when I’m 16 and 9 months
That seems like a great little bike! Best of luck!
Ok as a rider I'm telling you do not get a 250 trust me, it's actually so slow that it's dangerous and most 250s aren't made that well. You should def try to start on 400-600 you get enough speed sorta to get used to riding
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@@RidingWithGav hey I’m fixing to get a ninja 500- or a R3 in a few months or so do you have any gear brands you recamend
That’s exciting man. Best advice I can give is just go to your local shop (if you have one) and try on a bunch of different gear. I have a Shoei helmet I really love but my first was a Scorpion EVO, also a great helmet. Gloves is personal preference just get something with good palm and knuckle protection. I usually just wear jeans but riding pants wouldn’t be a bad idea either. And a jacket is up to you. I have two since it can get cold here in Nebraska. One for the summer and one for fall. Both have back, shoulder, and elbow protection.
I made a video on my channel going over my gear but this is a quick breakdown 😎