I just bought the ‘24 Ninja 650 Black & Gray with ABS. I been riding for over 7 years and I’m coming from a Harley. I wouldn’t even consider this as a “beginner” bike what so ever. This bike is amazing for new and seasoned riders. I absolutely love it and it has more than enough power. I put a Yoshi exhaust on it and it sounds amazing. I couldn’t be happier with this purchase.
Ive been riding for over 10 years and I cant understand why everything is considered a beginner bike unless its a liter bike. I think a 650 would be fun for an experienced rider.
I want this bike! METALLIC MATTE DARK GRAY/METALLIC SPARK BLACK/METALLIC FLAT SPARK BLACK is the one I want!!! Great to see a fellow north Texan given a review on the bike I want.
This was my first bike it was a 2016 though I still have it and I have taught three friends how to ride on it. What made it perfect is it’s tame enough for beginners but you have plenty of power. No need to change bikes after a month when you get bored. I have a 2023 mt10 not but still love riding the ninja 650 on long rides. It’s so comfortable.
The Kawasaki 650 platform is so awesome exactly for what you described,, Thanks for Watching and Commenting 🙏🏻 and being apart of the Channel! Don't be a Stranger my friend.
I own a 2023 Ninja 650 and let me tell you it’s a very good beginner bike to learn from. You could cruise for hours without any back problems and good gas mileage plus it’s Kawasaki, it’s very reliable. I would upgrade soon to a Zx-6R but 650 is definitely gonna be my city cruiser💚
Ray, wanted to say "Thanks!" for making these videos. After looking at several bikes, we made the choice to get the Ninja 650 ABS, largely based on your ride video! Local dealers not keen to let riders take out sportbikes for test drive. We LOVE the Ninja 650! Huge thanks for what you do for the community!
I usually don't comment a lot but I have to say something. I just got this review recommended by TH-cam and I already love the review. I'm gonna watch a few others. I'm planning to get my motorcycle license here in germany next year and these reviews are gold. Already looking forward to next years reviews. They might help me decide on a starter. The only thing that's bothering me is you not wearing enough protective gear. I know these are short rides but anything can happen anytime. The people driving those metal cages won't have to many problems if something were to happen but you probably would. Please ride safe
You are Right on the Gear, I do have a airbag vest I wear , thank you for caring, Thanks for Watching and Commenting 🙏🏻, Please Stay in Touch and let me know what you end up doing.
Ive been considering a 650 for my first sport bike. I've been comparing it to other "beginner" bikes. This bike would do highway speed comfortably which is a major selling point for me plus insurance on this bike is CHEAP. I was going to get a zx6r to use for riding lessons and track days, but the insurance on it costs more than the monthly payments to buy the bike😂
Yep, the 600 sportbike class is higher to insure for some reason- especially for younger people. Thanks for being apart of the Channel 🙏🏻, let's talk again soon!!
Just got 2024 NINJA 650 40th ANNIVERSARY EDITION and so excited, Can't wait to get a call: COME AND TAKE YOUR BABY 😂 Moving from 300 (I had for 5 years) and really happy to hear everything you said in video
Everything's subjective but Ninja 400 is more popular for a reason More bang for the buck plus sportier. Lots of people turn 400's into track bikes, nobody tracks these. 400 is lighter which = more fun throwing around and easier to maneuver (downside is if you're cruising down the highway at 90mph and there's a crosswind, the 400 will get blown around) Yes, all Kawasaki's should be green!
true. i bought my ninja 400 brand new last year and i could not possibly convince myself to spend thousands more for a way heavier bike with not much of a performance increase. Plus they didn’t have it in white. I love my ninja 400 and i won’t get another bike for one more riding season. Then i’m gonna just keep my N400 for putting around and maybe tracking. It’s $16/mo to insure and gets 50-70 mpg depending on how in ripping it. No reason to let that go👰🏽♂️
Passed msf course and have been thinking about the ninja 650 or the mt07 /r7. I have sat on one a 650 a month before and i liked how it felt. Havent test rode one but i think ill end up getting a new one. Ive watched some reviews and your video is puahing me to get one now! Thanks
The looks makes me want to get it. The engine (including sound) is what makes me hesitate and go for the Z900, but then again, i prefer fairings a bit more than a naked. Tough choice, and most likely the price difference is. what will make me get the 650. Being a beginner driver (never owned a bike so far) it might be a bit wiser to start on the 650. The value of it stays quite high, so get a new one, take care of it, ride for a year, save some money to add this once i sold the 650 and get the Z900 is the current plan
Start on the 650, when your ready for the Z900, you will appreciate it more, you can get another bike- but you only get one LIFE!! THANKS for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻, Please Stay in Touch!!
Just go straight for the 900 lol. Those 650’s are for girls, i bought a z900 as my first bike and it was never scary or dangerous. That inline 4 is very predictable and smooth you get used to it very easily..
@@Snotroggel453 I am in a serious doubt. As said earlier; the looks of the 650, the lower price compared with a new Z900, it does pushes me towards the 650. I had my lessons on a Z650 and I must admit that this engine ain’t that bad right. For sure I will eventually grow out of it but at that time I will have at least some initial experience with a more “forgiving” bike. I want a 900 but my guardian angel tells me to enjoy a 650 first :p
Another great video! Very much agree the ergos, and lack of crazy horsepower make it a great beginner bike and daily rider. The one bugaboo for me is the suspension. On one hand it is another reason it's good for a new rider... nothing to mess up. I am a novice at suspension, but as someone who does like to get bike setup specific to my weight/riding style, that would be the one small issue for this bike. Keep banging these out. Will your dealer be getting the Aprilia RS457??? Would love to see your review on that one. Another entry in the ever-growing small cc weight class.
Everything on it can be sorted. I have the 2017 version, did extremely well on the G2 track all modded up. I'd say better tires, upgrade front and rear suspension, ecu flash, exhaust, air filter, velocity stacks are all you need for street, for track, clip ons, braided brake lines and rear sets also. The price with todays inflation is a little nuts though, I think I paid 5200 new for mine year old new stock.
I just bought a Kawasaki Eliminater SE because it is easier for my wife to clinb on and off of if she ever rides again. She has battled cancer eight times and the last two surgeries left her crippled, She has to lean on the seat, put her right leg on the rider's foot peg, push herself on the rder's seat then swing her leg over the bike, place both feet on the rider's foot pegs and push herself up on the passenger seat. The difference in seat height from the rider's seat to the passenger seat makes a big difference for her. The Eliminater has about a two inch rise, while the Ninja is about five or six inch rise, I don't know if she will ever be strong enough to get on any bike in the future. If she ever gets strong enough to ride I'll keep my Eliminater. If she can never ride again I am thinking about a Ninja 650. If I get the Ninja 650 I will install a topcase and side cases and maybe the taller windshield to make it a really great touring bike. Thank you for the review, as usual you do a good job explaining all the ins and outs of a bike.
Gene thanks God she's got you- and give her a huge hug for me!! She's been through alot, she's a tough women!! I'm praying for her!! Stay in Touch my friend!!
@@RayBowdenRides She is pretty specail to me. I knew her when she was in the third grade. I was her parent's newspaper carrier. We started dating when she was 14.(1970) And married one week after she graduated high school in 1974. We had two sons both had Glioblastoma brain tumors. Our youngest died on Father's Day of 2002. He was 23 years old. Our eldest had his brain tumor when he was 19 and survived. The head neuro sugeron at Ohio State University hospital can't believe he survived, but he did. I only know of two people who ever survived a Glioblastoma. But he had a crippling stroke about seven years ago. Both of our sons rode motorcycles. Our eldest has a Can Am Ryker these days because it is a no shift bike. He can no longer shift with his left foot or pull a clutch in with his left hand so we bought him the Ryker two years ago. At least he is still out there enjoying riding. Ride safe and enjoy every journey. Any ride where your return home safe and aound is a GOOD ride.
Nice video Ray, thank you. Hey, have you compared this bike to the Honda CBR 650r? I know the Honda is a 4 cylinder and a bit heavier but overall was wondering if you felt that one bike is more advantageous over the other.
I haven't compared them- Honda makes a AWESOME product, all of the manufacturers do now - really!! Thk you for your service sir🙌, Have a AWESOME weekend- Let's talk again soon 👍.
The 650 looks really good , solid bike seems like, definitely seems less serious the zx4rr like you said, but overall seems like a great commuter street bike
Definitely less serious than the ZX4RR, It is a AWESOME 1st bike and Commuter bike for sure!! Grim thanks for Watching and Commenting brother 🙏🏻, Have a AWESOME 2024!! Talk again soon.
Jeremy you are fixing to experience freedom like you have never known!! I'm Excited for you my friend!! Please Stay in Touch 🙏🏻. Let me know when you get it! I'm Excited for you Jeremy!!!
Ray to be real with the kawi 650 line up catches flack from fast boys and the highway pull types. The 1st time I rode one was a er6n then the ninja. Now I’ve rented the z650, verseys 650, 650rs, and Vulcan s. They all have surprised me in how good they truly are. They are more bike than many can ride full tilt. But easy to ride. I will be getting a Z/RS or a Vulcan S soon to replace my commuter Ninja I’ve had since 2007. I got it from y’all’s store way back when. 😂
Just bought a 650 today as a first bike. I've only had a chance to ride it home but i'll tell you one thing... the bike got them giggles out of me when i twisted that throttle and it dont get much better than that.
@@RayBowdenRides I’d love to go but I don’t have a bike yet. I’m hoping to get a ninja 500 in the next couple months. I fell in love with the 40th anniversary livery
Hey Ray, Love your channel! And Love your accent... I'm from up Northeast Pa. but I can tell you're from somewhere in the South. Don't know if you're as old as me but I been riding my Ninja 650 since 2018 and refuse to let it go..too good of a bike! I also bought a CBR650r a few months ago. I missed that smooth 4 cyl engine and sound. I been riding legally since 1987 but started on a dirt bike at 12.🦾
@bobar84c haven't rode a honda in a while, I'm filming on one today , the Kawasaki is super comfortable! I do know that!! Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻.
@@bobar84c..no comparison! the Ninja is waay more comfortable! Gets waay better gas mileage, and cheaper to insure. The CBR is a hair quicker, and has a higher top end ( 153 mph ) but I rarely do triple digits anymore... too old for that! 👴
I would like to see Kawasaki500, Suzuki 125, and also up to 800. Aprillias are cool too. And not too interested in Vespas, that's my perdonal feedback. Also interested in Honda and Yamaha beginner bike offerings, but they were not mentioned
I had a ninja 300 around 6 years ago, and I was considering the ninja 500 SE, since I have almoat 2 years of experience riding the bike would you recommend the 650 over the 500 SE? I'm 5'6
I find i need to short shift abit into 2nd, after that i can quickshift thru the gears without the clutch as smooth as butter. I also find it fast enough to wear proper full safety gear.
Great review! I'm 56 and enjoy my Ninja 650 KRT. I have a Vstrom 650 but have found myself riding the Ninja more often. Saw your review on the Suzuki GSX 8R, and wondering if you'd think I would enjoy that one more than the Ninja?
You would pick up about 20hp if I'm not mistaken, that's noticeable!! And a quick shifter that is perfect 👌, try and find you a Suzuki demo day somewhere close to you! But yes I think you would absolutely love a 8R!!
@@RayBowdenRides Had a chance to test ride the 8R at my local dealer, was disappointed with the rough down-shifting. A day later, did a demo ride at MotoAmerica Road Atlanta where Suzuki set-up a 30 minute road course, and I was pumped at how smooth, powerful and easy this bike was to ride. Indeed enamored with the bike and now I'm considering letting go of my 2018 Vstrom 650 for the 8R (Vstrom being a bit top heavy + a bit of a challenging seat height being under 5'8").
I love your reviews, but I just wish you didn't have the camera aimed at you, which blocks most of the views. If you had your forward facing lower helmet POV cam, plus another cam behind you facing out back would be so amazing! Anyway, I didn't mean to come off as a jerk. I still always give your videos likes when I see them. 👍
Is there a point where we can see him sitting on the bike in 3rd person? It’s so hard to find someone “Sitting” on the bike with being in “1st person” I’m so curious about the sitting position. Does it have a slight lean or is he sitting straight up and almost a 90 degree angle? Somebody post a link alerts I can see third person point of view
google ''motorcycle ergonomics'' and click the first site you come across. You'll love that ;) You can enter your height and inseam and pick bikes to see what the standard position would look like in factory settings.
@steelhaulingdc3604 of you feel really good about control and can restrict that throttle hand 1000! But if your worried at all - take 1 more step on a smaller bike. Let me know Steele what you do!
New rider here Ray and I got this exact bike. It always feels like my bike is screaming at me at 17mph-22mph to shift from 2nd to 3rd. You seemed to get in the 40’s - 50’s with no problem. Why would that happen?
Hi Ray, I was wondering for a couple of weeks i`m still struggling to decide what to buy as my first bike, i have the option between ninja 650 and zx-4rr, mostly will use it for work and some escapes like 2,3,4 hours rides. I`ve been study them for a while and see the potential in both of them...with the 650, with 600cc and 68 hp, very good consume as well. And the zx-4rr even with the 400cc but the 80hp and the other features that bikes offer on of them that it was verry nice the quick shifter, from your professional perspective, do you think it will be a "boring" bike? I want to buy it for a long time use, and to know how to master it. Thanks and I appreciate your content!
@Alckadum with your Age and what you can do with the 400rr I would say get it ! It's more money- but smiles for miles , none of the others will come close to that! It's a 400cc super bike just waiting to be unlocked and flashed , and you won't see it on every corner! Let me know what you end up doing! What state do you live in?
If you have some bike experience u can buy it as beginner but if you dont I recommend you dont. I will get my first bike i would be fine on it but id always have to be extra cautious so im going for ninja 500 instead
Hey Ray I like the power of the 650 krt. But I really like the keyless access of the krt 500. Trying to get my first bike. Can this feature be added to the 650 since the both have the tft screen ???
Hey man! I was about to get a 500SE but I was torn between that and the 650...and I think I'll go with the 650, because I believe it will last longer since it has more power, it got the tft screen like the 500 SE, and to be honest...I dont like the keyless feature, it gives me anxiety, if someone can copy the signal to steal it, the fact it drains battery because it is always looking for the "key", and if it run out of battery, you cant turn your bike on because it wont pick up the keyless key and, there is no place to insert the key in order to start it out...its like they added a way to facilitate the acess to the bike, but at the same time, created a possible issue that didnt exist, so I started to want the 500 se without the keyless but with the tft...and so I believe the 650 should me more than enough
I just watched like 3 of your videos and I’m about to get my first bike ever but I’ve always been into dirt bikes atv’s in general but I can’t decide on the ninja 650 or the 1000 but those are my last 2 options plz help me decide
Geo , I grew up on dirtbikes too. Let me just say you can always buy a different bike- You can't buy another LIFE. Geo please Stay in Touch, I Want to hear what you come up with,👍 OK
@@RayBowdenRides I will, i definitely will be making the decision before the end of the month so I’ll get back with you but I’m sure leaning towards the 650 just bc I don’t care for too much speed I just want a 1 and only 1 bike that’s why it’s difficult for me to choose
Unfortunately I saw the 40th anniversary SE and there went the idea of the 650 literally (650 i couldn't get krt or an decent looking colour scheme here in Australia Victoria)
Thanks for Commenting James , I love the 40th Scheme myself, Thanks for being apart of the Channel and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻. Stay in Touch and have a great rest of your week!
been looking into getting the black ninja 650, im a beginner, im a taller guy standing at about 6'3 and im curious is the non-abs bike a deal breaker? I just dont really feel the green color
@@RayBowdenRides The one you test drove is non abs?? I thought it was the Krt edition (lime green) ?? that's my thing I'd love abs, but I just don't care for the krt edition (the lime green color) so I just wanna make sure non abs isn't a dealbreaker
@@RayBowdenRides thanks mate! My heart still wants the ninja 500 SE the first time I saw your vid and actually sitting on it. I just fear that people say that I will outgrow the bike soon
@@pookhub9290 I couldn't resist the 40th anniversary SE but they are impossible to find in Australia (gold is easier to find lol). In America it looks like you guys got heaps more than here
Yeahhh.... the 650 cbr is 82hp... vs this ninja 650 is 68hp... this does not compare even if it's 650 class... learning more on these bikes... now I'm lost cuz a gsx8r is 776cc and it's 81hp...I'm gonna say between the 3... the better buy if you think of the cbr... that's almost 10k... is gonna be the gsx8r cuz even though the hp output is almost equal on the gsx8r and the cbr... it's almost 10k as well... but the torque on the gsx8r is 58... cbr is 47... and this ninja 650 is also 47 in torque... but if you wanna save money then go with ninja 650... it's still under 8k... depending where you find good deals on bikes...
@@RayBowdenRides yessir… all these videos are very informative and well needed for someone that wants to start riding motorcycle and buy a good one they gonna like… and i’m in that process… originally started thinking about the venom 250… 😂😂😂🤦🏽♂️🤦🏽♂️🤦🏽♂️… cuz of price and reason why i needed it at first only to work and back… then after learning about the engines in less than a month and different kinds of bikes, i’ve learned so much from youtube videos and research… loving the generation we live in cuz the answers is in the palm of our hands… 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽 and seeing videos from different people on these devices… good side gig after learning more and owning one… to teach others down the road… in my life before i pass… 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
I’m getting my first bike Wednesday. I’m looking at the 2024 ninja 500 (451), should I consider this one instead of the smaller one? Will I get bored with the 500
The 500 SE is a bit more sporty, check it out! It's probably a better sport bike to learn on, and eventually track on. Comes with frame sliders. If you get bored with it, you probably need to practice more and ride harder, on a track I hope.
Just picked a 500 up, 2nd bike technically, but my first was a used 2015 Honda CB500F. They're both very tame bikes, but I imagine the 500 being more friendly starting out over the 650. The one thing I would note, even with the SE model, if you're in a high wind zone, you might want to really tuck in. I'm 155lbs on this bike, it's very light at 378lbs, you'll feel it on highways, it didn't bother me as much till I passed some windmills. Outside of excessive speeds, you take this on the street or canyon carving and you'll fall in love. Get the SE, has the bigger windscreen, frame sliders, Rideology app, keyless system, etc. Wish it didn't have ABS, but a small nitpick. 55mpg breaking it in, I think 60mph is easy highway, 50 on city.
Ok let me put my 2 cents in here. Im gonna say its not a beginner bike! I have been riding since 1977. I took classes 20 years ago and i think i can ride. My everyday bike is a 2005 vulcan 1700 classic. I also have a suzuki M109R. I have done tail of the dragon with a harley ultra classic at top speed and never ever went down since 1977. With that said, 3 months ago i bought a 2024 ninja 650, today 3/16/24 was my firat time taking it out. I left driveway and rode 1/4 mile down street to stop sign. As i started off and turned right the bike went out from under me and i slid on my ass about 8' and bike slid about 20' from me. There was NO warning, i had no time to react or recover, it went right out from under me in a thousant of a second. No idea what happened. Never expected it. No idea what happened. Not a beginner bike.
Dang, well maybe your right - I'm re thinking that then - hope you are OK my friend!! Let me know what happened after you have time to think about it- thank God your alive.
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I just bought the ‘24 Ninja 650 Black & Gray with ABS. I been riding for over 7 years and I’m coming from a Harley. I wouldn’t even consider this as a “beginner” bike what so ever. This bike is amazing for new and seasoned riders. I absolutely love it and it has more than enough power. I put a Yoshi exhaust on it and it sounds amazing. I couldn’t be happier with this purchase.
Congratulations my friend!! Have fun and be careful!! Stay in Touch! Have a great rest of your week.
Nice! Just got a '23 Z650 matte black with the green frame. Thinking about the Yoshi - did you tune your ECU?
@@dauwg99 don’t need too, literally plug and play. Dealership & Yoshi gave it the green light. 👍🏼
@@MrBadaBing ohhh that’s awesome!! Thank you so much 😁 guess the o2 sensor helps!
@@MrBadaBing sorry to ask another question 😂 did you feel any performance gains or difference in throttle characteristics?
I have a ‘24 650 abs for my first bike, absolutely love this bike. Everything Ray said is exactly what the bike is like
Aww Man thank you for the kind words 🙏🏻. Congratulations on the new bike!!! Let me know what you think about it!!!
Omg wear gear and bee careful !
@leeinwis thank you.
No disrespect intended, but you sounded like Scotty Kilmer at first.
The beat at the end was pretty sick to be honest.
None taken- thanks for Watching 🙏🏻
Scott Kilmer is a good guy.
Damn, u right!
Lol my thoughts EXACTLY
Bro your not wrong . He does 😂
Great first ride, Kawasaki makes some great motorcycles.
Thanks for the kind words!! Thanks for Watching and Commenting Shawn🙏🏻
Ive been riding for over 10 years and I cant understand why everything is considered a beginner bike unless its a liter bike. I think a 650 would be fun for an experienced rider.
And you exactly RIGHT!! Maybe I should have said beginner friendly. Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻
I want this bike! METALLIC MATTE DARK GRAY/METALLIC SPARK BLACK/METALLIC FLAT SPARK BLACK is the one I want!!! Great to see a fellow north Texan given a review on the bike I want.
Go get it, tell them I sent you, Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻.Stay in Touch!!
This was my first bike it was a 2016 though I still have it and I have taught three friends how to ride on it. What made it perfect is it’s tame enough for beginners but you have plenty of power. No need to change bikes after a month when you get bored. I have a 2023 mt10 not but still love riding the ninja 650 on long rides. It’s so comfortable.
The Kawasaki 650 platform is so awesome exactly for what you described,, Thanks for Watching and Commenting 🙏🏻 and being apart of the Channel! Don't be a Stranger my friend.
@@RayBowdenRides you got it bro great job!
@user-iv6bj3dn3e thanks- stay in Touch!!
I own a 2023 Ninja 650 and let me tell you it’s a very good beginner bike to learn from. You could cruise for hours without any back problems and good gas mileage plus it’s Kawasaki, it’s very reliable. I would upgrade soon to a Zx-6R but 650 is definitely gonna be my city cruiser💚
Yep ,I hear that Every day! Hey Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻, Thanks for being apart of the Channel!!!
Ray, wanted to say "Thanks!" for making these videos. After looking at several bikes, we made the choice to get the Ninja 650 ABS, largely based on your ride video! Local dealers not keen to let riders take out sportbikes for test drive. We LOVE the Ninja 650! Huge thanks for what you do for the community!
Thank you Travis 🙏🏻, Congratulations on the bike to both of yall - you mentioned We. Please be safe 🙏🏻- and please Stay in Touch!!!
I was thinking a lot about buying the Ninja 650, but after seeing this video, I think I should buy it😊😊
It's a AWESOME Bike, Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻, Let me know what you end up doing!! Stay in Touch!
Comfortable bike feels just right
Just bought my 23 650 krt edition as my first bike....I Absolutely love it
They are so AWESOME 👌 Congratulations and thanks for being apart of the Channel 🙏🏻.
Im picking mine up from the dealership in 2 days, cant wait!
Congratulations!!!! Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻. Thanks for being apart of the Channel!
I usually don't comment a lot but I have to say something. I just got this review recommended by TH-cam and I already love the review. I'm gonna watch a few others. I'm planning to get my motorcycle license here in germany next year and these reviews are gold. Already looking forward to next years reviews. They might help me decide on a starter.
The only thing that's bothering me is you not wearing enough protective gear. I know these are short rides but anything can happen anytime. The people driving those metal cages won't have to many problems if something were to happen but you probably would.
Please ride safe
You are Right on the Gear, I do have a airbag vest I wear , thank you for caring, Thanks for Watching and Commenting 🙏🏻, Please Stay in Touch and let me know what you end up doing.
Just bought a 2024 650 loving it
Congratulations John !! Stay in Touch and let me know what you think!! Have a great weekend!!!!
I was hesitating on my first bike and had my eyes on this and now I’m definitely going to go grab it 😏 thnx for the video
Your Welcome- Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻. Stay in Touch and let me know what you think!!
I really wanted the 1000sx, but due to pricing, and reviews like this one, I believe I will be plenty happy with the 650!
Your a winner 🏆 with either one of those bikes!!
Hey Ray,I bought the red and black 2021 version back in 2022-no regrets It has to be one of the most perfect motorcycles ever built.
Yep , they are awesome bikes! Thanks for being apart of the Channel 🙏🏻.
Think they have had the same engine for many years.
Changed up the seating and electrical display. Low maintenance. Reliable.
Thanks for Watching and Commenting Matthew 🙏🏻, Don't be a Stranger.
Ive been considering a 650 for my first sport bike. I've been comparing it to other "beginner" bikes. This bike would do highway speed comfortably which is a major selling point for me plus insurance on this bike is CHEAP. I was going to get a zx6r to use for riding lessons and track days, but the insurance on it costs more than the monthly payments to buy the bike😂
Yep, the 600 sportbike class is higher to insure for some reason- especially for younger people. Thanks for being apart of the Channel 🙏🏻, let's talk again soon!!
Thanks for your great overview and driving impression. You are the first TH-camr with the 2024 model. Greetings from northern Germany 🎉
Thank you!! Greetings from Dallas tx !!! Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻.
Just got 2024 NINJA 650 40th ANNIVERSARY EDITION and so excited, Can't wait to get a call: COME AND TAKE YOUR BABY 😂 Moving from 300 (I had for 5 years) and really happy to hear everything you said in video
Congratulations Ultimo!! Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻, Let me know what you think!!
you sound pumped up all the time.awesome
I'm crazy in the head is what it is🤪, Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻, Thanks for being apart of the Channel!!
Awesome review, only thing missing was acceleration demonstration.
It is great bike for beginners, I am also considering 500 one too
The 500 is a Incredible Deal - I love them.
Everything's subjective but Ninja 400 is more popular for a reason
More bang for the buck plus sportier. Lots of people turn 400's into track bikes, nobody tracks these.
400 is lighter which = more fun throwing around and easier to maneuver (downside is if you're cruising down the highway at 90mph and there's a crosswind, the 400 will get blown around)
Yes, all Kawasaki's should be green!
That is true! Thanks for Watching and Commenting 🙏🏻, Thanks for being apart of the Channel!!
true. i bought my ninja 400 brand new last year and i could not possibly convince myself to spend thousands more for a way heavier bike with not much of a performance increase. Plus they didn’t have it in white. I love my ninja 400 and i won’t get another bike for one more riding season. Then i’m gonna just keep my N400 for putting around and maybe tracking. It’s $16/mo to insure and gets 50-70 mpg depending on how in ripping it. No reason to let that go👰🏽♂️
Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻, Thanks for participating in the channel!
Picking it up in 2 weeks so excited
Oh may , You going to love it. Thanks 🙏🏻
I had one of these for a while. It’s a great bike! If I didn’t get the deal I did on my other bike, I’d still have it.
Oh cool, Thanks for Commenting Drew, have a AWESOME rest of the week.
@@RayBowdenRides you to Ray, we’ll see you Saturday.
@DrewSprings Great Man!!
Passed msf course and have been thinking about the ninja 650 or the mt07 /r7. I have sat on one a 650 a month before and i liked how it felt. Havent test rode one but i think ill end up getting a new one. Ive watched some reviews and your video is puahing me to get one now! Thanks
Thank you for the kind words. Please Stay in Touch my friend- Thanks for being apart of the Channel 🙏🏻.
The looks makes me want to get it. The engine (including sound) is what makes me hesitate and go for the Z900, but then again, i prefer fairings a bit more than a naked. Tough choice, and most likely the price difference is. what will make me get the 650. Being a beginner driver (never owned a bike so far) it might be a bit wiser to start on the 650. The value of it stays quite high, so get a new one, take care of it, ride for a year, save some money to add this once i sold the 650 and get the Z900 is the current plan
Start on the 650, when your ready for the Z900, you will appreciate it more, you can get another bike- but you only get one LIFE!! THANKS for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻, Please Stay in Touch!!
Just go straight for the 900 lol. Those 650’s are for girls, i bought a z900 as my first bike and it was never scary or dangerous. That inline 4 is very predictable and smooth you get used to it very easily..
@@Snotroggel453 I am in a serious doubt. As said earlier; the looks of the 650, the lower price compared with a new Z900, it does pushes me towards the 650. I had my lessons on a Z650 and I must admit that this engine ain’t that bad right. For sure I will eventually grow out of it but at that time I will have at least some initial experience with a more “forgiving” bike. I want a 900 but my guardian angel tells me to enjoy a 650 first :p
@jg7173 Roger that👍, Better safe than sorry! Let me know what you end up doing!!
La tengo y es una belleza. Año 2022 ya casi 7,000 kilómetros con ella . Cero problemas
Thanks for Watching and Commenting 🙏🏻, Stay in Touch my friend.
Imma go kawasaki now instead of Honda after watching your vids. Gonna get 650 as my first bigbike coming from scooter
You'll love it!
Another great video! Very much agree the ergos, and lack of crazy horsepower make it a great beginner bike and daily rider. The one bugaboo for me is the suspension. On one hand it is another reason it's good for a new rider... nothing to mess up. I am a novice at suspension, but as someone who does like to get bike setup specific to my weight/riding style, that would be the one small issue for this bike. Keep banging these out. Will your dealer be getting the Aprilia RS457??? Would love to see your review on that one. Another entry in the ever-growing small cc weight class.
Thanks James , I love riding doing these videos, Thanks so much for Commenting and participating in the channel!!
Everything on it can be sorted. I have the 2017 version, did extremely well on the G2 track all modded up. I'd say better tires, upgrade front and rear suspension, ecu flash, exhaust, air filter, velocity stacks are all you need for street, for track, clip ons, braided brake lines and rear sets also. The price with todays inflation is a little nuts though, I think I paid 5200 new for mine year old new stock.
@everss02 Man thanks , a few people would love to do what you have done to yours, Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻, Stay in Touch!!
I agree I would love to see the Aprilia 457
The Aprilia 457 I think will hit in late March is what I'm hearing so far, and yes definitely will be Reviewing it!!
I just bought a Kawasaki Eliminater SE because it is easier for my wife to clinb on and off of if she ever rides again. She has battled cancer eight times and the last two surgeries left her crippled, She has to lean on the seat, put her right leg on the rider's foot peg, push herself on the rder's seat then swing her leg over the bike, place both feet on the rider's foot pegs and push herself up on the passenger seat. The difference in seat height from the rider's seat to the passenger seat makes a big difference for her. The Eliminater has about a two inch rise, while the Ninja is about five or six inch rise, I don't know if she will ever be strong enough to get on any bike in the future.
If she ever gets strong enough to ride I'll keep my Eliminater. If she can never ride again I am thinking about a Ninja 650. If I get the Ninja 650 I will install a topcase and side cases and maybe the taller windshield to make it a really great touring bike.
Thank you for the review, as usual you do a good job explaining all the ins and outs of a bike.
Gene thanks God she's got you- and give her a huge hug for me!! She's been through alot, she's a tough women!! I'm praying for her!! Stay in Touch my friend!!
@@RayBowdenRides She is pretty specail to me. I knew her when she was in the third grade. I was her parent's newspaper carrier. We started dating when she was 14.(1970) And married one week after she graduated high school in 1974.
We had two sons both had Glioblastoma brain tumors. Our youngest died on Father's Day of 2002. He was 23 years old. Our eldest had his brain tumor when he was 19 and survived. The head neuro sugeron at Ohio State University hospital can't believe he survived, but he did. I only know of two people who ever survived a Glioblastoma. But he had a crippling stroke about seven years ago. Both of our sons rode motorcycles. Our eldest has a Can Am Ryker these days because it is a no shift bike. He can no longer shift with his left foot or pull a clutch in with his left hand so we bought him the Ryker two years ago. At least he is still out there enjoying riding.
Ride safe and enjoy every journey. Any ride where your return home safe and aound is a GOOD ride.
Nice video Ray, thank you. Hey, have you compared this bike to the Honda CBR 650r? I know the Honda is a 4 cylinder and a bit heavier but overall was wondering if you felt that one bike is more advantageous over the other.
I haven't compared them- Honda makes a AWESOME product, all of the manufacturers do now - really!! Thk you for your service sir🙌, Have a AWESOME weekend- Let's talk again soon 👍.
Just picked the bike up yesterday and I love it. Glad I chose the 650 over the 500
Enjoy it! And Congratulations!!! Thanks for being apart of the Channel 🙏🏻.
Did you ride the 500 before choosing the 650? i will be choosing one this Fall ...TIA
@catalysts17az38 no I haven't, coming soon though! Thanks for being apart of the Channel!
The 650 looks really good , solid bike seems like, definitely seems less serious the zx4rr like you said, but overall seems like a great commuter street bike
Definitely less serious than the ZX4RR, It is a AWESOME 1st bike and Commuter bike for sure!! Grim thanks for Watching and Commenting brother 🙏🏻, Have a AWESOME 2024!! Talk again soon.
This Bike would be Good for a
Beginner but an Experienced Rider
Could Have Fun on this Ninja
650 as well
Yes for sure Jeff!
Love the reviews! Your always having fun! Cheers from up in Canada...
Bruce you made my day, Hello Canada- Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻,Ride SAFE and please Stay in Touch.
Getting ready to get mine it’ll be my first bike
Jeremy you are fixing to experience freedom like you have never known!! I'm Excited for you my friend!! Please Stay in Touch 🙏🏻. Let me know when you get it! I'm Excited for you Jeremy!!!
Ray to be real with the kawi 650 line up catches flack from fast boys and the highway pull types. The 1st time I rode one was a er6n then the ninja. Now I’ve rented the z650, verseys 650, 650rs, and Vulcan s. They all have surprised me in how good they truly are. They are more bike than many can ride full tilt. But easy to ride. I will be getting a Z/RS or a Vulcan S soon to replace my commuter Ninja I’ve had since 2007. I got it from y’all’s store way back when. 😂
It's a AWESOME Store , it's not mine though! Enjoy and thanks for Being apart of the Channel 🙏🏻.
@SimonRiley752 For sure! Thanks hunter for being apart of the Channel!
I have the same motor in my Z650 plenty of go, and cheap to insure
And there fun as you know what!! Thanks for Watching and Commenting 🙏🏻, Ride SAFE and don't be a Stranger!!
It's a good bike for traveling or just messing around. Practical.
Decent power. Not crazy expensive.
Just bought a 650 today as a first bike. I've only had a chance to ride it home but i'll tell you one thing... the bike got them giggles out of me when i twisted that throttle and it dont get much better than that.
Amen on that, Congratulations my friend- Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻, Stay in Touch!
Hey is the bike vibrating bad?.. I wanna get it . But if the vibration is bad .. that's a deal killer for me
it does vibrate a bit but not enough to where it bothers you just sitting on it
@ruffleoutgamer7164 The fun factor is off the charts !!
It's a great beginner bike. I got one and I truly enjoy it. I guess it's based on what you are trying to do. Happy safe riding.
I was looking at that exact bike in that exact location, dude said it was being held for you. Nice man.
I talk to a guy today but not holding it for me, Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻
Love the channel. I’m on Plano as well so it’s cool to see the bikes I want on my local roads
Oh cool - Plano Kawasaki is having a big ride this Saturday at 10am you ought to come up! I'd like to meet you!!
@@RayBowdenRides I’d love to go but I don’t have a bike yet. I’m hoping to get a ninja 500 in the next couple months. I fell in love with the 40th anniversary livery
@Dylan_corley 👍.
Hey Ray, Love your channel! And Love your accent... I'm from up Northeast Pa. but I can tell you're from somewhere in the South. Don't know if you're as old as me but I been riding my Ninja 650 since 2018 and refuse to let it go..too good of a bike! I also bought a CBR650r a few months ago. I missed that smooth 4 cyl engine and sound. I been riding legally since 1987 but started on a dirt bike at 12.🦾
I'm 55, I been riding since I was 6. Hey thanks for the kind words!! Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend- Please Stay in Touch!!
@@RayBowdenRides ..Will do ! (I'm 63 by the way)
Hows riding position for commuting on honda comparing to ninja?
@bobar84c haven't rode a honda in a while, I'm filming on one today , the Kawasaki is super comfortable! I do know that!! Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻.
@@bobar84c..no comparison! the Ninja is waay more comfortable! Gets waay better gas mileage, and cheaper to insure. The CBR is a hair quicker, and has a higher top end ( 153 mph ) but I rarely do triple digits anymore... too old for that! 👴
Great enthusiasm 👍 im looking for a 1st bike, if i can get one at a good price this will be the bike.
There selling like hotcakes, Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻.
I would like to see Kawasaki500, Suzuki 125, and also up to 800.
Aprillias are cool too.
And not too interested in Vespas, that's my perdonal feedback.
Also interested in Honda and Yamaha beginner bike offerings, but they were not mentioned
I've got a Kawasaki Ninja 500 , and Z500 Kawasaki videos. Thanks for Watching and Commenting 🙏🏻. Have a great weekend.
I have a 2022. I like it. Wanting a Suzuki or Honda next.
It's a Great starter bike huh? Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻, Thanks for being apart of the Channel!
Seriously started to think why Scotty Kilmer was reviewing motorcycles
I hear that Alot- Have a AWESOME 4th of July!!
Scotty Kilmer used to ride motorcycles... In fact he still has an older one in one of his garages, and still rides from time to time.
I had a ninja 300 around 6 years ago, and I was considering the ninja 500 SE, since I have almoat 2 years of experience riding the bike would you recommend the 650 over the 500 SE? I'm 5'6
They look different- so what every you like. Thanks for Commenting 🙏🏻.
Ok I have a question I really have been looking at one of these for a first bike but I am 6’2 and 250 lbs would I fit good still
Yes you'll be fine Payton, Thanks for being apart of the Channel 🙏🏻. Go sit on 1 and let me know.
Love the videos. Hi from Australia 🇦🇺
Thanks for the Compliment!! Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻, Ride SAFE and stay in Touch!!!
nice video mate, thanks for information. gonna get this bike soon i hope
Stay in Touch and let me know when you do!! Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻.
I find i need to short shift abit into 2nd, after that i can quickshift thru the gears without the clutch as smooth as butter.
I also find it fast enough to wear proper full safety gear.
Thanks for Watching and Commenting 🙏🏻 my friend. Thanks for being apart of the Channel!!! Stay in touch.
Had an 18. Great bike other than sounding like a 4 wheeler. I need that I line 4 sound a d smoothness
Yep, Great bikes , Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻, Ride SAFE and don't be a Stranger!
Amazing work. Greetings from Austria. I just bought such a bike today.
Awesome- Congratulations and let me know what you think about it- Thanks for Watching and Commenting 🙏🏻.
Great review! I'm 56 and enjoy my Ninja 650 KRT. I have a Vstrom 650 but have found myself riding the Ninja more often. Saw your review on the Suzuki GSX 8R, and wondering if you'd think I would enjoy that one more than the Ninja?
You would pick up about 20hp if I'm not mistaken, that's noticeable!! And a quick shifter that is perfect 👌, try and find you a Suzuki demo day somewhere close to you! But yes I think you would absolutely love a 8R!!
@@RayBowdenRides Had a chance to test ride the 8R at my local dealer, was disappointed with the rough down-shifting. A day later, did a demo ride at MotoAmerica Road Atlanta where Suzuki set-up a 30 minute road course, and I was pumped at how smooth, powerful and easy this bike was to ride. Indeed enamored with the bike and now I'm considering letting go of my 2018 Vstrom 650 for the 8R (Vstrom being a bit top heavy + a bit of a challenging seat height being under 5'8").
@ronimeyerhoff1313 I totally understand Ron, You will enjoy it . Thanks for Watching and Commenting 🙏🏻- let me know what you end up doing.
If all goes well then ill get the 650 in December.
Cool! It will be worth the Wait! Thanks for participating in the Channel my friend 🙏🏻.
I love your reviews, but I just wish you didn't have the camera aimed at you, which blocks most of the views. If you had your forward facing lower helmet POV cam, plus another cam behind you facing out back would be so amazing! Anyway, I didn't mean to come off as a jerk. I still always give your videos likes when I see them. 👍
Hey no problem!! Something to think about with the cameras. Thanks for being apart of the Channel 🙏🏻.
is it good for a beginner bike?
Very good 👍, Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻. Stay Safe and stay in Touch!!
Gigachad got that kevlar safety t shirt to keep him safe
Is there a point where we can see him sitting on the bike in 3rd person? It’s so hard to find someone “Sitting” on the bike with being in “1st person” I’m so curious about the sitting position. Does it have a slight lean or is he sitting straight up and almost a 90 degree angle? Somebody post a link alerts I can see third person point of view
It is VERY slight lean - Very Slight!!
google ''motorcycle ergonomics'' and click the first site you come across. You'll love that ;) You can enter your height and inseam and pick bikes to see what the standard position would look like in factory settings.
I have been riding a honda shadow 750 for a couple of seasons. Its my first bike but im ready to change it up with more power
Yep your ready, Thanks for Watching and Commenting Steel, let me know what you end up getting!!
@@RayBowdenRides That's the thing idk a good next step up. I'm thinking a honda cbr650 .or should I go on to a 1000
@steelhaulingdc3604 of you feel really good about control and can restrict that throttle hand 1000! But if your worried at all - take 1 more step on a smaller bike. Let me know Steele what you do!
@@steelhaulingdc3604 no torque on these. buy the bigger cc bike.
@@RayBowdenRides I went with the gsx8r so far im happy.
Hi
Did you noticed vibrations on the seat and the handlebars?
Not really, not that I can really remember! Thanks for Watching and Commenting 🙏🏻 and being apart of the Channel.
I just love the random zombie walk by on 6:00 🧟♂️...😂
That's a good one!! Your funny !! Thanks for being apart of the Channel 🙏🏻.
New rider here Ray and I got this exact bike. It always feels like my bike is screaming at me at 17mph-22mph to shift from 2nd to 3rd. You seemed to get in the 40’s - 50’s with no problem. Why would that happen?
It's not going to hurt the bike to Rev it- start riding it harder, but don't ride it above your personal skill level. If I can help let me know.
Hi Ray, I was wondering for a couple of weeks i`m still struggling to decide what to buy as my first bike, i have the option between ninja 650 and zx-4rr, mostly will use it for work and some escapes like 2,3,4 hours rides. I`ve been study them for a while and see the potential in both of them...with the 650, with 600cc and 68 hp, very good consume as well. And the zx-4rr even with the 400cc but the 80hp and the other features that bikes offer on of them that it was verry nice the quick shifter, from your professional perspective, do you think it will be a "boring" bike? I want to buy it for a long time use, and to know how to master it. Thanks and I appreciate your content!
How old are you? Let me ask that if you don't mind.
I'm 27
@Alckadum with your Age and what you can do with the 400rr I would say get it ! It's more money- but smiles for miles , none of the others will come close to that! It's a 400cc super bike just waiting to be unlocked and flashed , and you won't see it on every corner! Let me know what you end up doing! What state do you live in?
Very far away, Romania
And thank you sir for the tip! I'll consider it for the future purchase
If you have some bike experience u can buy it as beginner but if you dont I recommend you dont. I will get my first bike i would be fine on it but id always have to be extra cautious so im going for ninja 500 instead
Safe bet 👌, Great advice Storm!! Have a AWESOME weekend my friend!! Thanks for Watching and Commenting 🙏🏻.
Really love your review Pakcik, love your accent too😂
Thank you !! Thanks for Watching and Commenting 🙏🏻 my friend!! Stay in Touch.
Hi
Does the windshield help? Is it better than z650?
Yea a little better! Thanks for Watching and Commenting 🙏🏻. Thanks for being part of the Channel!!
Hey Ray I like the power of the 650 krt. But I really like the keyless access of the krt 500. Trying to get my first bike. Can this feature be added to the 650 since the both have the tft screen ???
I don't think so , you will love the 500- But the 650 does make more power. Tough one I know.
Hey man! I was about to get a 500SE but I was torn between that and the 650...and I think I'll go with the 650, because I believe it will last longer since it has more power, it got the tft screen like the 500 SE, and to be honest...I dont like the keyless feature, it gives me anxiety, if someone can copy the signal to steal it, the fact it drains battery because it is always looking for the "key", and if it run out of battery, you cant turn your bike on because it wont pick up the keyless key and, there is no place to insert the key in order to start it out...its like they added a way to facilitate the acess to the bike, but at the same time, created a possible issue that didnt exist, so I started to want the 500 se without the keyless but with the tft...and so I believe the 650 should me more than enough
@Fuinhaa you'll love that 650, Thanks for being apart of the Channel 🙏🏻.
Does it have heated grips
No but you can always ad them!!
Best Reviews ever! Thanks
Zack thank you so much for the kind words 🙏🏻, please Stay in Touch my friend!
Zack your so kind my friend 🙏🏻.
I just watched like 3 of your videos and I’m about to get my first bike ever but I’ve always been into dirt bikes atv’s in general but I can’t decide on the ninja 650 or the 1000 but those are my last 2 options plz help me decide
Geo , I grew up on dirtbikes too. Let me just say you can always buy a different bike- You can't buy another LIFE. Geo please Stay in Touch, I Want to hear what you come up with,👍 OK
@@RayBowdenRides I will, i definitely will be making the decision before the end of the month so I’ll get back with you but I’m sure leaning towards the 650 just bc I don’t care for too much speed I just want a 1 and only 1 bike that’s why it’s difficult for me to choose
@GeoLimon also look at a SUZUKI 8R! I'M saying that's your one and done bike!
is it good to change the exhaust / or muffler only on new bike from day 1
Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻, Have a AWESOME weekend!
On this bike an aftermarket exhaust is money poorly spent. No real performance gains and it will still sound anemic.
@dsrstudios9505 Thanks for being apart of the Channel!
Unfortunately I saw the 40th anniversary SE and there went the idea of the 650 literally (650 i couldn't get krt or an decent looking colour scheme here in Australia Victoria)
Thanks for Commenting James , I love the 40th Scheme myself, Thanks for being apart of the Channel and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻. Stay in Touch and have a great rest of your week!
What is the front camera you have?
Insta 360 x3 www.insta360.com/sal/x3?INRPLYZ
There's a discount link I have for it. I have all the links also in the description of my videos.
Is there a big differene between the Ninja 500 and the 650 ?
I think 20 hp. Thanks for Commenting 🙏🏻.
Great video brother!
Oh man thk you for the kind words🙏🏻. Stay in Touch my friend and have a great weekend!!
You mentioned touring with this bike are there hard bags available for the Ninja 650
I believe so , but Double check that. Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻. Have a Great rest of your week!!
..yep my neighbor has them (Amazon)
@PopsRacer61 Thanks POPS for Commenting and being apart of this channel!
been looking into getting the black ninja 650, im a beginner, im a taller guy standing at about 6'3 and im curious is the non-abs bike a deal breaker? I just dont really feel the green color
The abs is really nice , but I never had it. It just would be nice to have.
@@RayBowdenRides The one you test drove is non abs?? I thought it was the Krt edition (lime green) ?? that's my thing I'd love abs, but I just don't care for the krt edition (the lime green color) so I just wanna make sure non abs isn't a dealbreaker
@lxgend555 non ABS shouldn't be a deal breaker- get it! Thanks for Commenting 🙏🏻.
for your height? it isnt even a valid question.
Hey mate! Is there any difference between the 2023 and 2024 ninja 650? Im planning to get it next month
Not that I remember, but check for yourself my friend!! Have a AWESOME weekend and thank you for being apart of the Channel!!🙏🏻
@@RayBowdenRides thanks mate! My heart still wants the ninja 500 SE the first time I saw your vid and actually sitting on it. I just fear that people say that I will outgrow the bike soon
@pookhub9290 Do what makes you Happy!! Ttyl
Nah theres no difference from the 24 to 25 650. Only difference is paint color
@@pookhub9290 I couldn't resist the 40th anniversary SE but they are impossible to find in Australia (gold is easier to find lol). In America it looks like you guys got heaps more than here
Man I’m 6’4 300 what’s a good bike for me
Whatever fits you my friend! Thanks for being apart of the Channel 🙏🏻.
I feel like the 650 would fit a tall person like you well.
Was this bike faster then the 400 rr?
I can't really remember, I want to say no. Thanks for Watching and Commenting 🙏🏻. Stay in Touch!
What's on your wrist? Is that a watch or some way to keep an eye on a criminal?
It's the Remotes for both cameras, the Camera on my helmet I can see the live image on the remote, does that help ??
@@RayBowdenRidesGood tech. Sorry for asking such a question. I mean, you live a crazy country after all.
@negativefacts3975 HEY no problem my friend, thank you for Watching and Commenting 🙏🏻, my pleasure!! Stay in touch!
I bought that one and it's not fast enough for me..
After a few weeks the thrill is gone...
You can't use the app to tune it either...
Oh Heck , I feel the Need for Speed, Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻.
What did you get after the 650?
@opossumfpv thanks for being apart of the Channel!!
Hi Ray, good video. How does it compare to GSX-8R - comfort wise and overall value.
A little more tame than the 8R , but cheaper too. Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend!
Where does one commute to work 100 miles?
Thks for Commenting!
How can it be compared to a CBR650R, which is a 4 cilinder motorcycle?
I get what your saying- but it is in the 650 class.
Yeahhh.... the 650 cbr is 82hp... vs this ninja 650 is 68hp... this does not compare even if it's 650 class... learning more on these bikes... now I'm lost cuz a gsx8r is 776cc and it's 81hp...I'm gonna say between the 3... the better buy if you think of the cbr... that's almost 10k... is gonna be the gsx8r cuz even though the hp output is almost equal on the gsx8r and the cbr... it's almost 10k as well... but the torque on the gsx8r is 58... cbr is 47... and this ninja 650 is also 47 in torque... but if you wanna save money then go with ninja 650... it's still under 8k... depending where you find good deals on bikes...
@modez90 Thanks for Commenting and being apart of the Channel 🙏🏻.
@@RayBowdenRides yessir… all these videos are very informative and well needed for someone that wants to start riding motorcycle and buy a good one they gonna like… and i’m in that process… originally started thinking about the venom 250… 😂😂😂🤦🏽♂️🤦🏽♂️🤦🏽♂️… cuz of price and reason why i needed it at first only to work and back… then after learning about the engines in less than a month and different kinds of bikes, i’ve learned so much from youtube videos and research… loving the generation we live in cuz the answers is in the palm of our hands… 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽 and seeing videos from different people on these devices… good side gig after learning more and owning one… to teach others down the road… in my life before i pass… 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
@modez90 Yes ! Thank you for Watching and the awesome comment! Please Stay in Touch- Thanks again for being apart of the Channel!! Ttys
I’m getting my first bike Wednesday. I’m looking at the 2024 ninja 500 (451), should I consider this one instead of the smaller one? Will I get bored with the 500
Go sit on both, The 650 has 18 more hp, let me know what you end up doing! Thanks for Watching and Commenting 🙏🏻.
@@RayBowdenRides will do👍🏼
@cdawg5923 take your time!!
The 500 SE is a bit more sporty, check it out! It's probably a better sport bike to learn on, and eventually track on. Comes with frame sliders. If you get bored with it, you probably need to practice more and ride harder, on a track I hope.
@NPurvis7622 thanks for Commenting.
That's the Walmart on spring Creek
Yes Sir it is, You must live here? Thanks for Watching and Commenting 🙏🏻. Have a AWESOME Friday!!
how is the the cbr650's nightmare?
the cbr650r is a 4cyl with 96hp...
Thanks for Commenting!
Must be a Honda Hater
Exactly this dude is trippin
@Sikkasfoo thanks for Watching 🙏🏻.
Lol this doesnt even compare to the cbr 650 the cbr is on another level
Thanks Michael for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻.
I think the cbr is an inline 4. Pretty awesome bikes, the cbr probably isn’t for a beginner. They’re both cool in their own ways though.
CBR compares with a zx6r , in price and performance. You're looking at the wrong bike for comparison.
@@AbyStronger I think the guy in the video mentioned it is in competition with the CBR, or alluded to it.
@@mapache_del_sur okay got it
So what do you think you could recommend for a first bike? 2024 KAWASAKI NINJA 650 or 500? This would be my very first bike to buy and ride.
I would recommend a 500, you can always buy another bike- you only get 1 life!!
@@RayBowdenRides That's TRUE!!!
Just picked a 500 up, 2nd bike technically, but my first was a used 2015 Honda CB500F. They're both very tame bikes, but I imagine the 500 being more friendly starting out over the 650. The one thing I would note, even with the SE model, if you're in a high wind zone, you might want to really tuck in. I'm 155lbs on this bike, it's very light at 378lbs, you'll feel it on highways, it didn't bother me as much till I passed some windmills. Outside of excessive speeds, you take this on the street or canyon carving and you'll fall in love. Get the SE, has the bigger windscreen, frame sliders, Rideology app, keyless system, etc. Wish it didn't have ABS, but a small nitpick. 55mpg breaking it in, I think 60mph is easy highway, 50 on city.
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What about a yamaha R7
Really good bikes ,I think the 650 is down 4 or 5 hp, but it's alot cheaper and more Comfortable. Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻.
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Does this have a quick shifter?
No , but I'm sure will make one for it.
Ok let me put my 2 cents in here. Im gonna say its not a beginner bike! I have been riding since 1977. I took classes 20 years ago and i think i can ride. My everyday bike is a 2005 vulcan 1700 classic. I also have a suzuki M109R. I have done tail of the dragon with a harley ultra classic at top speed and never ever went down since 1977. With that said, 3 months ago i bought a 2024 ninja 650, today 3/16/24 was my firat time taking it out. I left driveway and rode 1/4 mile down street to stop sign. As i started off and turned right the bike went out from under me and i slid on my ass about 8' and bike slid about 20' from me. There was NO warning, i had no time to react or recover, it went right out from under me in a thousant of a second. No idea what happened. Never expected it. No idea what happened.
Not a beginner bike.
Dang, well maybe your right - I'm re thinking that then - hope you are OK my friend!! Let me know what happened after you have time to think about it- thank God your alive.
@RayBowdenRides right now my butt and legs are very sore. I'm feeling it now. But it could have been worse, so I'm grateful.
@JoeBananas77 Man sounds like it- thank God your ok ,please Stay in Touch my friend.
Cold and new tires maybe
@salvatoreamelio4453 Im thinking the same.
This guy sounds like Scotty Kilmer lol
I hear that alot 🤪
"Nightmare"😂😂😂
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"Rev up your enginee!"
Yep!!