2022 Kawasaki z400 6 Month Beginner Bike Ride Review

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2022 Kawasaki z400 6 Month Beginner Bike Ride Review

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Жыл бұрын

Are you thinking about getting a motorcycle but you're not sure which one to buy? Check out my review of the best beginner motorcycles in the market, the Kawasaki z400!
I've been riding this bike for 6 months now and I have to say it's one of the best beginner motorcycles out there. It's easy to ride, it's affordable, and it has a lot of features that will make riding fun and easy. So if you're looking for a good motorcycle to start out with, the Kawasaki z400 is the perfect choice!
My review of the 2022 Kawasaki z400. I've had it for 6 months and take it for a ride. We talk about the good, the bad, modifications, speed, and more. Hope you enjoy.

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@chengsgroup2518 Жыл бұрын

Good review from someone who ride responsible…. also…..kids that grow up with fathers have more fun ….. stay strong …

@sitechca70 Жыл бұрын

Feedback: suggest you include shots of the bike itself, how you sit on it, your riding position, what you do to carry light loads (e.g. school backpack), how you lock it (steering lock alone or with other locks/alarm). You know - stuff that beginners would be interested in. Seeing just the road in the entire video is not appealing.

@autonomis1 Жыл бұрын

Appreciate the feedback. I do have another video where I sit on it and show riding position for my height. But those are good suggestions!

@odd2251 Жыл бұрын

I liked the road

@Fluxbyte141 3 ай бұрын

2:36 nah that downshift had no business sounding that cool

@SwampCityRadio1974 Жыл бұрын

Using the rear brake in corners is not trail braking. It's trailing the rear brake sure, but trail braking is in essence, "trailing off" the front brake til you reach the mid point of the corner. It's that the idea that there are very few situations where just releasing the front brake cold turkey is optimal for suspension, weight transfer and chassis stability. Instead, to avoid upsetting chassis, weight distribution and suspension, as well as to avoid "coasting" in the corner where too much speed is washed off too soon (leading to uneven control inputs) you do probably eighty percent of braking before you enter the corner proper, then gradually trail the front brake off til that last twenty percent of speed is washed away so that you reach the optimal speed for the apex in a smooth, incremental way. In essence you are releasing the brake in a smooth way that ensures you reach optimal speed for negotiating the apex at the exact moment that you reach the apex. It also maintains a shorter wheel base by keeping the front suspension partially compressed which maintains a sharper steering geometry until the moment that you reach the apex, by which point the remaining suspension compression has been smoothly released which lets the bike flow back out toward the outside of the corner. Stability comes from smooth inputs whether rolling on throttle or "rolling off" brakes. It's probably a good way to think about braking in the same way that you think about smooth throttle application, Smooth braking is like smooth throttle application, it's a kind of "rolling on or rolling off". Apologies for the essay, but I'm astounded by the common lack of understanding of what trail braking is and isn't and the concept behind it.

@goddamnit 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for the explanation about trail braking!

@rivercityrambler7751 Жыл бұрын

No low or mid range power is typical of smaller twins. They excel on the high end. Why I prefer a single when it comes to smaller bikes as they make power in the low and mid range. For my style of riding on mountain roads with a lot of turns that low and midrange pays off. The 400 Kaws are dogs from a dig. I've ran a few on my little 390 Duke and it wasn't close.

@autonomis1 Жыл бұрын

The duke 390 is a fantastic bike!

@rivercityrambler7751 Жыл бұрын

@@autonomis1 they all have their pros and cons. For my style of riding the single on the Duke makes more sense. I've had it in the triple digits but not where it shines. The 400 Kaw is a better bike for top end.

@sonicmoj1 Жыл бұрын

Which is exactly I bought my first bike. CB300R 2024. Single cylinder.

@Makeswedenwhiteagain 7 ай бұрын

Twins are smother than singels though. If i ever buy a single cyl bike it would be if i intend to use it offroad. for any street bike its 2+ for me any day.

@stylin60es Жыл бұрын

Great vid! 👍 Picked up a 22' z400 w a LV10 slip on..Sooo much fun & love the ergos! (Former Benelli TNT 135 😅) Be well, ride safe, ENJOY!

@adr197900 2 ай бұрын

I also have a 22 with LV10. Awesome fun

@treyherndon14 Жыл бұрын

Nice review man! I've been looking at these vs the MT03 for a first (street) bike.

@autonomis1 Жыл бұрын

This has more power than mt03. But that’s a good bike also

@princeorville9457 Жыл бұрын

Tbh I am also looking at these or ninja 400 vs MT03.. Need some recommendation. Also @autonomis1 could you share your experience with night ride i mean how is the headlight supports at night? I dont think MT-03s headlight is good for night ride.

@autonomis1 Жыл бұрын

@@princeorville9457 the headlights are pretty good. I’ve had zero issues riding at night.

@ernestclyde Жыл бұрын

That was my decision to make too. I ended up finding a deal on a 2022 Z400 and I really enjoy it. I don't believe you could really go wrong with either bike, but I definitely enjoy the Z400. Having that extra little bit of power is great as you get more practice with the bike, and at higher speeds. The extra little bit of power can be slightly more intimidating as a beginner, but as long as you stay disciplined with the throttle while you learn, you'll be fine. The mt 03 does sit a little more cramped in the legs, so if you're taller than 6'2"-6'3" you might wanna lean towards the Z400. If you're taller than 6'4"-6'5" you're probably gonna be a little cramped on that one too. Both bikes have a pretty upright and easy seating position. Both of them keep your legs pretty well straight beneath you. They're both super easy to throw around and weave through traffic. It doesn't feel like there's any weight to either of them. Long story short, it comes down to spacing, any performance differences, and any other personal preference you have. They're both well built bikes at a very comparable price point

@dougmaverick3287 Жыл бұрын

I'm curious why you chose the Z400 over the Ninja 400. I need to ride both to see which one I prefer. I'm a new rider to sport bikes. 🏍 I've ridden mostly dual sport bikes off road on trails. That way people distracted by their phones couldn't take me out. Street riding will be a whole new experience for me.

@autonomis1 Жыл бұрын

Main thing was the more relaxed seating position. I didn’t want to be crouched over the whole time while I was riding. Other than that the styling is a bit different and I think the insurance is a bit cheaper

@dougmaverick3287 Жыл бұрын

@@autonomis1 Thanks. Enjoy.

@pleasedontwatchthese9593 Жыл бұрын

Its cheaper and you don't have to deal with as many faring which is a pain when you need to do maintenance

@willhart325 Жыл бұрын

I am coming from the dual sport world as well, last week I sat on the z400 z650 ninja 650 ninja 650r and ninja 400. The z series I feel.is slightly more upright then the ninja not by much though the ninja r is track setup so you lay over the tank. Real difference I noticed other them the fairings and looks is where the weight is with z650 I could feel the weight more up top in the bike the ninja felt more middle in the middle but the z400 was just super easy to toss around very light feeling reminded me of a dual sport but much more street oriented.

@JakeandOwen Жыл бұрын

Suncrest is always a nice quick fun mountain to ride. I really like doing big cottonwood to guardsmen pass into Heber and then down Provo canyon and the over alpine loop and then you can take Suncrest from the Lehi side. The ride will take a few hours but it's a lot of fun.

@autonomis1 Жыл бұрын

Yes. That is an amazing ride. I did it twice last year.

@JakeandOwen Жыл бұрын

@autonomis1 Yeah, I like to make a day of it, and sometimes I hang out in Park City or even go to Mirror Lake

@maxn.4616 4 ай бұрын

stay safe bro. great ride

@moremiatas Жыл бұрын

Awesome review. Just picked up a new z400 earlier this month. What windscreen is that?

@KF1 10 ай бұрын

If you watch the video, he explains it's a DIY

@autonomis1 10 ай бұрын

I built it.

@johnd9031 Жыл бұрын

Good review, nice bike.

@autonomis1 Жыл бұрын

Thanks! 👍

@blok729 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video

@KF1 10 ай бұрын

Nice job and scenic ride. There's a '19 near me with 5k miles on it that I'm considering. Do you find the high rpm nature of this bike tiring or whiny? Other option is the Honda 500F, similar power but more useable torque. Thanks for any input

@autonomis1 10 ай бұрын

I don’t mind the high rpm’s. It has never bothered me, although I have thought about moving to a higher cc bike just for the torque.

@THisMe.TranHai 2 ай бұрын

Your z400's color is so different. Oh by the way - I heard your version has higher horsepower than my Asian version, in Asia it's 45hp Do you have a paint defect on the engine? My z400 has a few areas where the engine paint is peeling off thank you , hope u can rep me !

@goldpilgrim 10 ай бұрын

Uphill in 4th gear at 7000 rpm? Not a highway bike. You downshift in a headwind too. My SV650, in 6 gear at 5000 rpm rides like there are no hills or wind. It's probably a great street bike.

@longboarderebright 9 ай бұрын

id be interested to see your electric motorcycle builds!

@zorendisto8775 11 ай бұрын

Dream motorcycle😮

@trevorweinbrecht7142 9 ай бұрын

But how much did you actually pay for it?

@vinniemax8274 9 ай бұрын

I am not a biggener rider, I have been riding for 30 yrs, do you mean I can't ride this bike because you said its for beggeners?

@Vakator-29 Жыл бұрын

I just hate the engine sound 😆. All I can afford(buying cash) rn but if I had enough money I'd want a cb650r for the inline 4 or even a mt07. But this should be good enough to get through the year.

@autonomis1 Жыл бұрын

Yeah the sound isn’t great. That high pitched whine bothers me. From what I’ve seen a lot of people put aftermarket exhausts on. However I’ve read don’t get the cheap one from Amazon.

@TheParaxore Жыл бұрын

That Honda CB750 Hornet looks pretty amazing for the money as well. Hope it makes it over to the U.S market soon

@youtubechannel7257 Жыл бұрын

Gas Consumption?

@per365 Жыл бұрын

Why don't you put it in the highest gear?

@autonomis1 Жыл бұрын

I do. Usually on highways. Through mountain roads it’s not needed

@YouT860 Жыл бұрын

I’m not a beginner motorcyclist but this is my first combustion engine motorcycle 😂 The clutch makes you feel more engaged🤣

@autonomis1 Жыл бұрын

If you’ve ridden an electric motorcycle like Zero, you will know what I mean.

@danteckfah 8 ай бұрын

Just flip the 2 rubber boot on the sit

@farid7080 Жыл бұрын

Does your Z400 moves forward with clutch lever fully released and without throttle , in the first gear?

@autonomis1 Жыл бұрын

Are you talking about with the bike switched off? In first gear with the clutch lever disengaged it will not move forward.

@farid7080 Жыл бұрын

@@autonomis1 no not switched off. When I put it in the first gear and slowly let go of the clutch lever

@autonomis1 Жыл бұрын

Yes. It should move forward even with no throttle. If you slowly let the clutch lever out the bike will start to move forward.

@farid7080 Жыл бұрын

@@autonomis1 thanks.

@bernie917 Жыл бұрын

Can i ask what is the price for z400 in usa?

@stevejonas Жыл бұрын

$5299 retail

@bernie917 Жыл бұрын

@@stevejonas ok, thanks, very nice price. More expensive in Europe.

@autonomis1 Жыл бұрын

Yeah it’s $5299. But you need to add on all the dealer fees here. So out the door price is closer to $7k

@bernie917 Жыл бұрын

@@autonomis1 ok. In franche price is around 7.000 dollar, but the valuta is euro .... is high price for this 400 cc. To much, and not LCD screen. A simple one, singel disc front, but slipper clutch ....

@zessssez7607 Жыл бұрын

@@bernie917 malheureusement comme d'hab...

@PtchersWR Жыл бұрын

what windscreen do you have on that?

@autonomis1 10 ай бұрын

I built it from lexan.

@bernie917 Жыл бұрын

Z400 is capable for 115 mph. Do it! My first bike was kawasaki Er- 6n (.650 cc) and after bike has run 1. 000 km speed up to 200 km/ h on highway. I have never been afraid high speed, but under control 🤣

@autonomis1 Жыл бұрын

Thanks. I dont know if I will ever have a need to get it to 115. But good to know it is capable of that!

@willhart325 Жыл бұрын

He has kids were not all out for top speeds some are out to enjoy then fun and freedom.

@oceanhome2023 Жыл бұрын

Is it truly worth several thousand dollars more than the standard K400. ? All of us are interested in that ! What say you .?