That's awesome yo 👊🏽

Good ideas, supposedly the aftermarket air filter does nothing for this bike, though. Search "ninja 500 Dyno" and check out the videos from 2 wheel dynoworks. They do an ECU flash on a full exhaust ninja 500 and they have another video on the Dyno after tst velocity stacks. They supposedly have another video coming soon showing the difference with the baffle removed and exposing one potentially critical flaw.

If you're going to drop a ton of money on modding a Ninja 500, just buy an R7. The point of cheap bikes is to be cheap.

race him and let us know the results!!!

Absolutely dude. Drives me nuts seeing guys talking about "upgrading" to this or the ZX4R

Seems like I picked a good time to buy a first bike

I feel the same. Tach should always be analog, I'll avoid a digital tach for as long as possible

​@@amisfitpuivksame brotha!!!

Well since I follow the EU license system it’s not an issue 😁 rode my 2008 125cc CBR-R for 2 years, went for the Ninja 300 for 3 years and then sold it. Currently without a bike so I loan either a MT-09 or FZ-1 I think it’s called (4 cylinder 150hp). Can’t decide what to buy 😅

@@_TrueDesire_ MT09 is a more practical street bike and it's been refreshed this year with sportier geometry. MT10 is more money and more weight for more power than you can do anything with.

@@aluisious I'm loaning the old FZ1 and MT09 from friends 😁

Kawasaki still sells a new Ninja 250, just not in the USA.

i was going to get a Duke 390 BUT its too tall and idk... just didnt feel right for my mini me

Kawasaki makes the shorter bikes if I’m not mistaken I had mine lowered too it’s height adjustable to some extent!

You're gonna have plenty of reach as a short rider. If anything, there's also the option to get a lower (or higher) seat for extra small humans The bike is pretty light all things considered

I too am a little concerned with the extra weight for my nephew's fist bike. I'm sure you've seen it's about 15 pounds heavier than the 400. Since the 400 is discontinued I guess it's the 2nd best choice.

@@dantimber The wight is barely noticeable, it's still incredibly lightweight and pretty easy to push around

I felt the same way about it (especially the analog tac). I ended up buying the Ninja 500 as the 400 was phased out when I was ready to buy, and the digital display doesn't bother me AT ALL. I would prefer the analog tac but I don't care that much at this point...of course you're not missing out at all having the 400 over the 500. The engine changes seem negligible on paper...I like the led headlights I guess. I can't imagine either bike being a "bad" bike. Love the 500 and am sure I would have loved the 400

GPS, brake lock, alarm... And of course insurance

I've seen a few riders with thick sole boots. Looks like it add's an inch?

@dantimber yeah. I wear a pair of irish setters work boots and that helps immensely.

650 is the worst 650

Coolest colorway I’ve ever seen on a bike!

Considering the price hasn't moved an inch, it's all good

@@tenacious645 extra 50cc for free bois

Is it a good beginner bike?

@@jejdkdl I think it is. I never rode a bike before I picked mine up and now that I’ve been riding a while I can say it has enough power to do what you need to do. I can even keep up with my friends on 650s

Me either 😂

yes, but the app is pretty useless

lol I ride a ninja 1000 and the cc is 1043 😂

They have always rounded haha, I have a Z900RS and it’s 948 engine derived from the z1000

You don't want inexperienced riders hearing Honda cbr500r and then ninja 450. They're gonna get the 500. It's just marketing.

The honda cbr500r has 470cc sooo....

@@entropy5125 the ninja 400 can bet the cbr500 stock vs stock and the ninja 400 is only 399cc

I own a 500 (so I’m biased), and I’ve ridden a 450SS. The 500 will have the lowest cost of ownership, and is waaaay more comfy than a 450SS. But if it’s only 20 miles, you’ll probably be fine on the 450SS (especially if you want more ‘spirited’ riding). I’ve ridden a CBR300R, not the 500, and the fit and finish are super nice. I love the look of Honda’s bikes, they’re just so dang expensive. Hard to justify $8k+ out-the-door for Honda’s CBR500R, when I got a Ninja 500 ABS for $5,900 OTD…

Currently riding the Ninja 500 SE, used to own a 2015 Honda CB500F. The lastest cbr500s did get some improvements a few years after mine, but I think the Ninja outshines it a bit. More features, just as comfortable, and so far feels better on the highway. My older Honda would struggle a bit to pass compared to Ninja, and that was downshifting, while on the Ninja I can just stay in 6th. At the end of the day though, be sure to sit on both, or all three! I really liked that CF Moto, but haven't ridden or sat on sadly. Hope it helps!

Get a 650/700 class. I take my MT07 to work and it is amazing

I personally chose the 450SS. I was almost certainly going with the CBR, because i love those bikes, but the 450SS has so much to offer for the price. 270 crank. Better tech. Slightly more aggressive ergo (subjective). App integration with nav and security features. Sleek design. I have a dealership right near me, so parts are service are no issue. The beautiful part is, it's completely up to you. Look at all the homies in your replies. All have a different answer. Go sit on all of them and see which is the most comfortable!

What do you think about Aprilia RS 457? (Not a bad choice, honestly)

As I understand it, there is a very significant price difference between the two bikes, and the ZX-4RR is disappointingly limited in power.

@@peterwilson8039 Yes Peter but that can easily be rectified by sending out your ECU for a reflash. The ZX-4RR will hold its value or probably appreciate over time, where is the Ninja 500 will definitely depreciate. The ZX-4RR is produced in very limited quantities and the production of inline 4-cylinder motorcycles is going to stop very soon do do emissions regulations. I'd rather buy a bike that will appreciate in value. Cheers

@@dougmaverick3287 Both are very good points.

@@peterwilson8039 Peter, another thing that will help the ZX-4RR hold its value is going with the 40th anniversary livery, because they will only be sold for 2024, making them very exclusive. 👍👍

It's a parallel twin not a inline 4

The 650 is very much a beginner bike. Don’t let numbers in the name scare you. Do research first!

@@JohnMills-13 thank you! Yeah i got to the dealership to sit on it (didnt get to ride it) and man it looks so comfortable to drive

The Ninja 650 is a good beginner bike too. Obviously a fair bit more power than the 400 or 500. Will get you more acclimated for potential future bikes with much more power than the typical 300/400 CC bikes (aka tripling hoursepower going from ninja 400 to ZX6R or something like an FZ1). Will also keep you satisfied longer with your "starter bike" and enable a bit more spirited ride when you want to open it up on the on ramp, or long stretches. It also seems a slightly less aggressive in riding position than the 400 which is already pretty forgiving (especially compared to 600CC class of supersports which are not comfortable at all).

New school kids don't know they just buying into a redesigned bike Kawasaki profits 📈📈📈📈📈📈

Completely wrong. In the early 2000’s the Ninja 250 was the smallest Ninja, and the 500r was their middle-weight entry. The 250 became the 300, then the 400, and now the 500 (“451”). The middleweight ninja was the 500, which became the 650. So no, they didn’t “go back to” 500. 250 turned into the 500, and the original 500 became the 650. Learn your bike history if you’re going to comment on the topic.

@dhess34 duh. Just because I did not include basically every other model doest mean I was wrong. Mr. Passive aggressive warrior you.

same game yamaha played with the R7

Let’s first tackle the issue of food manufacturers only half-filling their boxes/bags 🤝

​@@dhess34This is a motorcycle video, Sir. 👏👏👏

Thinking about opening an eBay store to sell 451 stickers for this bike. 🤔

Dont buy it. I will. Waaa

Every manufacture does that

I bought the 2024 eliminator 500 and its very beginner friendly

it can be a little fast for you, i think 250cc is best for beginners, using it 3 or 4 months for learning how to control a Supersport bike and upgrading

@@utkuaydin2578 I appreciate this comment, I'll be looking in to some

You’ll be fine with the 500, especially if you have self control to not do 60-to-110mph pulls on the interstate (which are easy to do!). The slipper/assisted clutch is super easy and forgiving, you’ll be fine.

@dhess34 I really appreciate this comment.

it is my first bike, the power is very manageable, and its highway ready when you are

@@oldcowbbdo you have the krt model or something else?

cc's aren't relevant because its torque and horsepower that push a bike. R3 is at 42hp and the N500 is at 51hp for the US market. Not a world of difference in power as compared to true midsize bikes north of 70hp+

But the Ninja 500 in the USA already has 51 horsepower.

@@keltonjohnson6197 USA does not represent the whole world.

Boomer take.

@@dhess34 So ABS and all of this regulated shit means nothing eh? Far from a boomer. Just prefer that people learn on a basic one without a bunch of shit mandated on it that makes the overconfident rider off themselves when a system on it fails, which it will, maybe even 20 years after you sell it

@@dhess34 zoomer take. Just because it has a bunch of electronic bells and whistles doesn't mean it's better. Your probably think iphone is the greatest thing ever (because you were programmed to think that).

lol the Svartpilen has shit built quality and issues before the first oil change! No thanks

naked bike, single cylinder, contracted out to a different manufacturer, and limited dealer service network. Not only is it not comparable, its a liability to own and reselling them is a bitch (look at marketplace, they are greatly discounted)

barely.

Got to 120mph (195kph), still had room to run…

the 400 is a twin. the ZX4R is the 4 cylinder supersport version.

Dude get over it. Yall are annoying with that nitpicky gene u have…you know the ccs, don’t get it if you don’t want it.

That bike does look like a beaut

yeah bro its China, we all know quality of Kawasaki and how much kilometers this bike can go without any problem, but cant know about chinese bikes

Dumbest comment I’ve read today, congrats, Zion!! Let’s tackle your idiocy in order, k? The 500 weighs 2.4% more than a 500, but has 8.1% higher peak HP, and *23.7* higher peak torque! Almost a quarter again as much torque!! “It’s exactly the same” 😂🤣 You’re unbelievably stupid. The torque curve is also significantly higher throughout the entire rev range on the 500, which matters much more than peak numbers. Also, the Ninja 500 *crushes* the 450SS/450SR in any metric you can dream up. There are pretty much no CFMoto parts available in the US. A friend of mine has a 450SS, and in the past calendar year it has quite literally spent more time at the dealership waiting for parts than it has in his garage. I rode his 450SS, and it is supremely uncomfortable. The RC 390 blows it away on the track, and is still more comfortable than the 450SS. Speaking of the track, the 450SS must be better than the Ninja 500, because it has race-y ergonomics, right?! Nooooope. At our local track days a couple 450SS’s have showed up to run, and can’t even place in the top 10 against race-prepped 400s. It’s not a good racing platform, and it doesn’t have any proven reliability. Speaking of a racing platform, how many parts are available for the CFMoto? How many parts are available for the ninja 400/500? I’m guessing the ratio is easily 20:1. There’s nothing inherently *wrong* with the CFMoto 450SS/SR, but the Ninjas make better track bikes, are more comfortable to ride, are more reliable, and cost much less in the long run. Not to mention you won’t take a massive hit on the resale of a Kawasaki, versus a CFMoto.

Dumbest comment I’ve read in a loooong time. The 500 makes much more power and torque than the 400. 24% more torque (vs 2.4% increased weight), with much more torque available through the entire rev range. I’ve ridden my friend’s CFMoto 450SS, and the ergo’s are very uncomfortable. Its ergos are seemingly set up as a track bike, buuuuut even 400’s thrash 450SS’s on track days. And why have I only ridden a 450SS once? It’s my buddy’s, and in the past calendar year it has literally spent more time in the shop waiting for parts than it has in his garage. But he can’t sell it, because there is absolutely no resale value on CFMoto bikes. In my area someone just sold a CFMoto 300NK for $2000, with like 400 miles on it 😂

​@@dhess34 weird I thought real world math would indicate that kawasaki's published numbers of 31.7 ft-lbs vs 28 tft-lbs was barely over 13% more. same for horsepower. claimed 45-49 vs claimed 51 (a max increase of 13%). Which correlates directly to increase in displacement (12.5%). Most riders aren't going to notice an appreciable difference in power between 400 vs 500. And if you're talking CFMoto 450RS power numbers the message doesn't change: it's nearly identical to published ninja400 numbers. But also I agree; F**K china and winnie the pooh and their products. If their production standards were as good as their technology theft the world would actually care about them. We don't, for good reason.