I've always thought of the Ninja 1000 as the sensible sports bike. The sporty side of sports touring seems to have been largely adsorbed by the sporty side of ADV bikes, so it's good to see Kawasaki persisting with this and the H2 SX.

One of the best reviews.... and honest: you mentioned the bad handling of the previous 2017 while most press "ignored" it... that is indeed fixed in the >2020 models... really solid machine now, you cannot go wrong with one of these

In my humble opinion your the best bike reviewer out there.

good review with good points about steering and in general how it performs instead of all journalist that are summing up the specs. Thank you

Just bought this 2021 model in all black; picking it up later this week. After watching this, I’m even more excited, and I didn’t think that was possible.

Good clear review: thanks Jeff.

Concise and informative. Great video. Regards from Brazil. Cheers, mate..!!

Informative review thanks 😃👍

great, practical review!! thanks mate

Awesome presentation I really love it an its a good piece of informative presentation 👍 please keep doing more videos 👍🤝

Great review.....!! Great bike!!

This bike is a good value for the money. Especially since the 2021 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT is about $2k more expensive.

great review thx

Just bought the black 2021, love it!

Got a 1000 SX 2021 special edition from Matt Jones. The SX is a Beauty👍. Nice review mate😎

What a beautiful bike

The break fluid container placement is weird. I cannot unsee it.

Really torn on this and the GSX GT. I just get the feeling that the SX is a notch up. From the reviews I do wonder if the GT has a touch more character due to its quirks. Great positive review, thanks.

Really want the riding ergonomics of the Versys 1000 but the weight is a challenge, this bike seems to bring the same advantages but easier to back into a parking space or otherwise manoeuvre without the engine. Time for a test ride I think!

Jeff, after mounting fresh Bridgestone S22s (including a 190/55 rear) my 2018 went straight to Dave Moss for a tuning session. Tell ya what, I've spent A LOT more money for motorcycles that weren't nearly so enjoyable as this one. And it's got anvil-like reliability!

Do you know why the luggage options are either panniers or top box but not both? Seems odd on a touring bike especially considering they’re designed with a pillion in mind.

I wish we'd get this color in the US, for the most part is just boring black...

Great review! Sorry, I'm from the U.S. and sometimes I have trouble understanding with your accent. When you talk about the difference in handling between this model and and the previous generation, would the previous generation include the 2019 model? I'm trying to decide if I want to spend the extra money on this 2020 model just for the cruise control, but if this model handles better than the 2019 model then that may push me into purchasing the newer model.

I need that as a second job I’m bored as hell!!

BANDIT 1300R. WHAT MORE DO YOU NEED TO KNOW?

Please, please, please stop the rubbish music over the riding footage. Ride and talk that so we can hear what you are thinking as you are thinking it and to most importantly it also let us hear the bike as you are riding it.

An other wise good review spoiled by crazy loud music!😢

Been along those roads a lot from living in Newcastle. Love a good steak and kidney at Pie In The Sky

I was hyped up for this bike. Until I set on it. At 6’4”. My legs were severely cramped. It maybe a good tour for some. Not for my long legs.

....and the 20221 model is still BETTER ! What a great bike !

The OEM tyres on the 2017 SUCKED! I felt like I was always fighting the bike into corners. I figured it was me, stepping up from my much loved 9R. The Ninja 1000SX became a DIFFERENT BIKE rafter the PR5's went on. OMG, what a difference. No more fighting. Leaves me smiling. It's still not a perfect bike though, the dash, the too forward and too wide mirrors, the hard seat, the vibes above 7000RPM, the snatchy fuelling, the fuel hunting on neutral throttle while cruising, the difficulty cleaning the chain... but it tours like a mother f*****r and can play in the twisties. I'd upgrade to the 2020/2021 if money was no object though...

Hey Jeff I know they’re not exactly the same category but if you had to buy one which one would you pick between this and the Suzuki Katana and why. Cheers. Great review btw.

I've has mine since August and have done 9000+ km on it already. It's an amazing bike. My only gripe was how hard it was getting to the stem valve, but with my new Pirelli Angel GT2 I got myself some bent valves. If you want to see some nice twisties and amazing scenery in Spain (soon from Portugal too) drop by my channel and take a look-see. Cheers

How does it compare to Suzuki GSX S1000F ?

Great Review, I have shortlisted the Ninja 1000SX and the BMW R1250RS and interested in your thoughts on handling between the two and is the BMW worth the extra 10k.. cheers..

Thanks Jeff, excellent review. Confirmed a few questions I had. Is that now the model with the "self healing paint"? Cant believe an Aussie was going on about rain! :)

Video is called Review 2020/2021 - but you talk about changes in 2020 model. please change title

Nice video but I switched off after the 6th add...

Is this beauty comfortable for tall riders? About 190cm?

stock exhaust sounds like a 100cc bike

I wonder if possible to go to a 190/55 rears tyre will turn the bike in more easily. BTW really good review

Lane filtering is illegal in the States...well, at least here in the southern states..a big NO NO. I can see why too, because theres to many idiots who dont pay attention, and people with road rage issue's..which equates to danger

I had a 2017 performance model for three years from new, and although this bike looks amazing and sounds amazing, I can't say it was a good bike. Let's start with riding. Any trips longer than 30 miles were a pain in the back for my legs, especially my knees. I'm 188cm tall. I'm not short, but it supposed to be a touring bike. For me, it isn't. Problem with electronics. After not even two years, cables rusted, and the turn signal and horn stopped working. A constant problem with error on the dashboard. I can't remember what part Kawasaki replaced, but thanks God, I had an extended warranty because it costed a fortune. The instrument display started to fog !!! Not even three years old bike !!! Few other small problems like paint that come off in some places. I have NEVER ridden this bike in the rain. Kept always under super expensive cover on my driveway. The bike was thoroughly clean by me, dried and treated with ACF 50 every three months. All service done at Kawasaki. I was so happy to sell it to Kawasaki after three years.

The 2020 + Ninja ja 1000 TFT has a manufacturer defect which kawasaki acknowledges but blames it on the TFT manufacturer...to date there is no solution provided or reason given. IF YOU CHANGE DISPLAY MODES OR REVIEW TRIP COMPUTER THE CLOCK RESETS!! KAWASAKI, FIX THIS!

Bonza review Jeff. Great m8n Woof!