I have put 3100 miles on mine just this year. I can't say enough good. It's gotten smoother and faster with time. Even having another 100+ horsepower sportbike, this one gets it done and is so fun.
I just bought my first bike (used 2019 Z400) and this thing is a blast to ride. I only had 5 days to ride due to buying it late in October, but very quickly got a good feel for the shifting and handling. On my 2nd day I was doing 60 with no issues. I highly recommend this mini devil for new riders and people who just want to commute. Once I put new tires on I'll be trying out the corners harder.
I don’t regret downgrading my Z800 to this..I have to do that cause my wife change to the BMW grand tourer 7 seaters family car..So budget is a must..After 1500km,I tried top speed twice which is around 174-179kmh stock and my weight is around 90kg...After Ecu reflash,dyno,mid pipe and akrapovic muffler and quickshifter i managed to get 188kmh with slightly more..Well done Kawasaki,You have shown your competitors what is power beside economical...next pls consider traction and riding mode
As a fellow BMW driver, you will regret it. I got given one and I regret accepting it daily. Sell the beemer and get a couple of cool bikes for the missus, that you won't regret
I owned the ninja 400 same bike. It was amazing. I went 115mph on it once without maxing it out so they have plenty of power.. it was honestly a great motorcycle in every aspect. Along with my DRZ400SM
I have had my Z 400 for almost a year. I’ve made 22 changes/upgrades. I actually have three or four videos here on TH-cam showing different stages of ad on upgrades I have done. I have spent under $1000.. I have not touched any tuning, any exhaust, any airbox, any air cleaner aftermarket stuff. I leave my stuff alone in the tuning department. I go after suspension improvements, ergonomic improvements,I added real horns which required installing heavier gauge wire through a horn relay, I’ve had rubber topped foot pegs, VFR 800 foot pegs go right on, Rubber gets rid of the tingle buzz through the solid foot pegs. I’ve had a bar risers, a taller windshield, foam grips get rid of a lot of the tingle through the bars, Corbin seat, I replaced the passenger seat with a Hepco backer plug-in rack.. i’ve added a 31 L JV style trunk to the rack it comes off in one second with the key, no ugly mining brackets or tubing holding up an aftermarket luggage rack. I’ve added spools, A Suzuki GSXR 600 shock. Massive improvement. The stock shock on these ninjas and Z 400s is pretty much shot at 4000 miles.. i’ve had a small magnetic tank bag. I like the magnetic tank bags because there are no straps, and they stay put they don’t move around all over the tank while you’re riding. I have a tether from the tank bag to the bar so it can’t fly off.. I have a purple brand gel seat cushion on the Corbin seat. I can now ride all day. The stock seat is a medieval torture device..I’ve had a small Alnico magnet to the drain plug to collect any magnetic debris suspended in the oil, which there always is.. I have upgraded the rubber on the shift lever to a new style flat on the bottom shift lever rubber. The original rubber cover on the shifter was chewing a hole in my bates motorcycle boots.. I gutted under the passenger seat and I am able to carry a small electric air pump for flat tires and a plug kit and a cargo net and straps and jumper cables in that compartment now. A lot of space under there..I upgraded the tool kit with some better tools and I’ve added a few tools and a little things like spare fuses. I have added a wide angle spot mirror on the left mirror, and if you add a stick on wheel weight to a buzzy mirror, that will usually change the frequency that the mirror responds to if you have a mirror that buzzes.. I was going to upgrade the front fork springs, but I’ve learned that the ninja has different forks from the Z 400 so you gotta be careful what you buy. I think I read that the ninja forks are longer.. I tried to go up to a 15 tooth Countershaft sprocket .. A few days later I got a check engine code, and my gear position indicator stopped working. it turns out that the computer detected the different speeds of the transmission shafts in relation to the speedometer. So I went back to the 14 tooth stock countershaft sprocket, and I went through the reset procedure to get the check engine light to go out..To tell you the truth, the machine did not like the 15 tooth sprocket. I had to chain adjusted correctly, and I was not lugging the engine. But there was more vibration with the larger sprocket. It may have been because the stock sprocket has a rubber damper around the sprocket to cushion the mashing of the chain with the sprocket. It was noticeable.. I don’t see any need to ring my motorcycles neck up to 12,000 RPM. It has wonderful grunt. And I’m saying that after I recently sold my Moto Guzzi Norge 1200. Massive torque, and I thought the 400 would be a disappointment after selling my Norge 1200. It is not a disappointment. I do miss having the much better suspension that comes stock on a moto guzzi.. but for the price I’m not gonna complain.. I wanted to have two street bikes that are completely different. When you have two bikes that are in the same category, no matter which one you take on an all day ride, after about six or eight hours, you’re always thinking, I should’ve took the other bike.. I have a Yamaha royal star venture as my big rolling La-Z-Boy machine, and I have the Z 400. Last year I had a gold wing GL 1800, and the moto guzzi norge.. When I was younger I road raced RDs, winning six road racing championships, and two national championships on RDs.. i’ve had dozens and dozens of motorcycles over the decades. I just wanted to go back to something about the size of an RD, because I’ve had nothing but big touring bikes and big sport bikes over the past few decades. What a refreshing light flickable Package the Z 400 is. I like it better than my V Strom 1000, my KLR 650, I think it’s better than the RZ 350 I had, it’s cheap to insure too. I’m getting 66 miles to the gallon. When I take it out on the back roads with some of my ex road racing buddies, I can ring its neck, and I’m still getting over 60 miles to the gallon. And when I do take it out and ring its neck, I’m really not going that fast like I would be on some of my other machines that are triple the displacement. I do not like that it has ABS brakes. I had an experience with my BMW K 1200 LT with ABS brakes on a back road. It was a downhill section on asphalt that was covered with flyash sinders. No big deal. But when I touched the brakes to maintain my speed, I had no brakes at all front or rear. None. The computer for the ABS detected that the wheels wanted to stop or slip and it would not apply the brakes at all. I ended up running into a cyclone fence around a salvage yard at the bottom of the hill to stop. Since then I do not like ABS brakes on motorcycles. My Moto Guzzi Norge had ABS brakes could be turned off if you ever get caught in the snow, on wet grass on a slope, or on a gravel road. You can turn off the ABS so you will have conventional brakes.. Other than that, that’s the only thing that I did not like about this machine but I bought it anyway. I’m glad I did
rolan valencia the reason it is making a statement in the Philippines market is the requirement of 400cc to drive on the NLEX/SLEX but the truth is, the verdict is still out since the OR/CR state 399cc. The price went up from 295K to 315K and many vendors only want you to finance the bike, they don’t want to accept cash, as to make a nice profit off of the buyers that cannot afford cash payment. Since the double plate law has been signed into Law, this is going to be a problem as the LTO tries to figure out a way to implement it. The LTO cannot even get cars, bikes, trucks etc their plates now for 4 years, how are they expecting riders to get new double plates. Most bike owners was never given the plate they paid for the first second and third time. Lots of excuses from the LTO, so did i hit the mark or am I off about the Philippines?
gilbert sanchez i am not bitter, i don’t live in Luzon, and there are only speed recommendations here... I pay cash for my bikes here, and just fly the parts in from the US.. The Philippines legally is broken on so many levels, but then again, CSI isn’t the best, so it is easier to get away with taken care of people you have disagreements with.
hindi naman sya bitter bro..marami lang syang paliwanag which is totoo naman..pero kung magkaka big bike ako sa pinas,mukang itong Z400 ang gusto ko.peace bike brothers
Thanks for the video. I picked up a z400 from local dealership that was going out of business last month. I was about to get a ninja400 but it didn't have ABS. Went with the little Z, ABS standard, cheaper price tag and it's more comfortable for commutes. Awesome to know the motor has such high output
Iv put almost 1k miles on my Z400 and I’m just now putting a scratch in on the green line on the tires... Hit 2k just now and the green line is finally gone lol
@@ImCaducify the chicken strip, got rid of mine by 400 miles. Basically people in the motorcycle realm call it a chicken strip because if it stays it means you "are not leaning enough" Really it's just an intimidation tactic by other bikers to say you don't lean in your turns
I understand why these and the zx4r version are parallel twins now and not online 4s like the old zxr400 screamer. The new bikes much more forgiving and easier to ride etc. But miss the old zxr400 baby blade etc epic little engines. Anyways keep up there good work. Have enjoyed seeing progression on the little bikes.
There is a rumor that Kawasaki is bringing back the in line four motor abut how true that is?...Who knows. The rumors are about the 250 but that size motor is in one market, and for the Americas they have the 400 so it would stand to reason the 400 will also receive the in line four. Who knows. It would be exciting to have a four banger, high revving 400 to race on.
@@TSTindustries Yes it seems likely that Kawi will release a zx-25r. i4 250cc rumored at ~50 hp. Asian markets are a sure target. I hope they come to the USA. Inline 4, 400 would be amazing also. A sub-supersport class, ~360lbs ~70hp $~7500, seems closer to ideal for fun on the street than the current 600's, which absolutely are track fast.
That's engines for you. I've seen many different but the same engines make stupidly different amounts of power, it just depends what the factory tune was and the bike it's going into. Same engine doesn't mean atomically symmetrical.
On the ABS equipped bikes, like the one in this video, there is a magneto resistive pickup at the rear wheel with an encoder wheel. That sensor passes the data to the circuit in the ABS pump module, where it gets changed to a different communication protocol and then sent to ecu and dash. -BR
I got one and it is nice. It is my first street bike and I listened to what everyone said and started on a smaller bike for a beginner plus I am coming off of a liver transplant and I'm 5'11 160lbs and not nearly as strong as I used to be so the light weight was important. Now on the flip as a ex A class ATV motocross racer I wish I had more power but that's me. I always rode 48 horse 450 quads and 150hp snowmobiles. But this Machine is not a slouch and for someone completely new to riding anything It has more than enough power. It can straighten your arms and throw you back if you ain't ready and goose. I say get one as soon as you can great value beautiful fit and finish except for the exhaust location if you have Ronald McDonald feet.
The z400 is gonna be a hit i think. Looks great and will be plenty quick. I love these engines in the small sportbikes but I dont actually want to ride a fully faired bike like the ninja. They really need an fz03 in the usa. I think there's tons of people that want a small affordable bike that just dont want the sportbike look. Hopefully they make a vulcan 300 or 400 next. The 300 from the versys would be great in a sporty cruiser frame
best contender to the KTM 390 Duke. But it still looks like a smaller version of the big ones. Like a compromise. Duke's design gave more confidence to the lightweight naked bikes
Awesome thanks for sharing, I had read that the suspension on the Z400 was purposely made a little softer from the factory, is TST planning on offering suspension mods for the Z400 as you do the Ninja 400?
The suspension is not adjustable. At least not in any way that benefits spirited+ riding. We don't see any need for a separate suspension components list from the N400. The damping characteristics of what we already offer for the N is plenty good for the common rider. The spring choices are available for any of these kits so that is all customizeable. We have Ohlins and Andreani right now if anyone needs suspension. We can help make the right choices in spring selection too. If you want to get into revalving the stacks then we will need data on the conditions and the requirements, and we can accommodate that without issue.
Ninja 400's have finally started showing up in my local craigslist. I'm gonna get one soon here lads. What's the consensus on what to do to upgrade the suspension?
Save your money and ride it. The suspension upgrade is for people who will be spending time at the track. Otherwise you'll mostly just be slamming your butt and back every crack and bump you hit on the road. The suspension on the ninja 300 was tuned great for street riding, ive heard the 400 is even better
If you are asking whether or not they will fit on the rims then yes, they will. Now before you do that please do yourself a favor and research vehicle dynamics and how tire size plays into it.
No. What i said was that OUR 2018 n400 put down that peak number on OUR dyno, and that one borrowed z400 put down a peak number 2hp higher than the previous bike. We bought anothe 2020 n400 to build into SB trim and that one put down numbers on par with that z last week. Maybe oir 2018 bike had a friday built motor while the other bikes had a mid week motor.
Hmmm.. so this 399 cc makes the same power as the Honda 500 class (470 cc)...interesting.. Are they making a Versys-X 400 with this? I was pretty much set on a CB500X before this video, darn it..
If I know Kawi they are probably working on a smaller Versys. They try to maximize the applications of each platform, it's just a matter of whether or not it will be available in all markets.
There are many considerations in a case like this. One of the motors could have tighter tolerances between piston and cylinder, better balance of components, etc. Then there is the test procedure where differences can arise. Differing rear tire compound and pressure, different strap tension between the setups, differing barometric conditions between the tests, different samples of gasoline in each test, and the list goes on. It is difficult to keep the results from being affected by setup and variables. We do the best we can but these differences still arise. What we really use our dyno for is optimization on each of the bikes we tune. It's one setup, multiple runs, and we keep most typical variables constant. The first accepted run after warmup is the baseline and the improvements upon that baseline are our results. We track progress in percent gain and not hp/torque because those values aren't absolute from bike to bike, dyno to dyno.
That is what our dyno measured. Our dyno does read a bit high though. I think our Ninja 400 measured around 46.5 ish when we first strapped it to the dyno
Why would that matter really. Dyno speed doesn't translate to real world speeds. We sometimes post top speed on Dyno but nobody really cares about that figure
The only means for semi-accurate speed measurement is GPS. Too much error in sensors on these bikes. Our SBR3 top recorded speed was 206 KPH, so this bike can surely go as fast or faster. The rider will have to tuck like heck, and It won't be comfortable because the lack of fairings for wind protection.
The z400 is really interesting but the styling really remembers me what you have in asia and india but not at a 100% maybe 60% asian and 40% european. I think the manufacturers are trying to bring the asian style so it's cheaper to make and to sell. I don't really like it. The z300 looks way more attractive but the gap behind the front wheel is just too big it makes the motorcycle a bit weird. The z400 has a really well optimized engine but the look is horrible so i don't know if i wanna try it. If i want an asian styled motorcycle i would prefer to go for a Zontes (we have few feedback on the engine but it's a risk to take) than a muuuch pricier Kawasaki 300 with no ABS stock. Maybe a cf-moto but they look odd. But for yet i learn on my baby 650 er6n, the first gen model (k7 Candy lime green) and i think i'm really falling in love with it and it's big eye x).. japanese motorcycle designers really changed the design of the bikes and it's really sad, they look too simple
I'm on the same boat as you are. If you're from India I guess you're familiar with Bajaj.... And it looks like an offshoot of Bajaj's or TVS bikes. honestly it's because of the headlight design. it's too pointy. The real Z's got curves and muscles. Even the Z125 has more muscular lines. The lines need to flow more.
@@poiXquared yup i agree with you and nope i'm from France ^^. It's just that i saw all those new roadsters coming out and damn they don't look good, bmw310cc doesn't look right, cf moto don't, Zontes r310 looks incredible but the headlight is weird and finally the z400 doesn't look good where as the z300 is awesome looking. That's why i was wondering where all of those weird designs were coming from. I might buy a Zontes 310cc or a z300 if my er6n gives up on life or if i have money. I'd just love to have a 4 cylinders bike, sounds incredible but i can't find cheap but good looking ones :/
@@MrGeoffrey1998 yeah there's something wrong with the designers working on known brands and handing them over to the asian designers. Good god that BMW 310 has standard 17 inch wheels but because of the weird engine it looks like a kids bike with oversized wheels. Not to mention the ugly rim design. Zontes though, they're designed by the same guys that work on KTM designs also on the Yamaha M-Slaz or TFX or better known now as the Yamaha MT-15 so there's no wondering they look great. The only problem is that they're "china bikes" and quality components have always been an eybrow raiser with these companies.. I'm from the philippines btw and CF moto and Zontes just arrived here. Many people are hyped but nothing beats the quality of a well engineered Japanese bike.
@@poiXquared i agree, but i saw a french review on a website and on TH-cam (they're usually really hard on their comments and tend to criticize every imperfection) but they said the Zontes r310 really had an amazing chassis, the tires are really great for CRTs, all the options (like ABS, electronic locking seat and gas tank etc..) are a real plus since we don't have that stock on bikes. The only problem is that it's only 35hp (well it's one more than my bridled er6n which weighs quite a lot more xD) and 155kgs, so it's acceleration is as good as a z300/z400, problem is that past 100kph it really climbs slowly.. For me it's either i keep my er6n 650cc), i trade it for a new Zontes r310 or wait a bit and take a gsr750. It's nerve racking because it's impossible to have a 4 cylinder bike that's good looking, not too expensive, but not too heavy. The Zontes seems to be perfect but the monocylinder (even good sounding for a single cyl.) is miles away from a basic twin cylinder bike and a few planets away from a high pitched 4 cylinder engine.. :/ i don't really know what to buy
Yeah the Asians have really taken to the angular designs, but alot of the headlights on new nakeds look horrible. I love the look of the new cb300r naked, but they made it so tiny that It kind of detracts from the look of the bike when you sit on it. The z400 lines have grown on me actually but the paint and plastic make it look like a cheapie bike.
@@TSTindustries That's not necessary. Comparing runs from different dynos, even if the same type and model, or runs on different days isn't valid. I'm sure you know this. Not sure why the big secret on the standard, correction factor and conditions? That would of been a very simple answer. It is something what most people do show with their charts. I'm not sure I understand the point of the video? I think the unicorn was that 1 particular pull, not the bike. Not sure why this video was even recommended for me? I guess it's because a watched a video or 2 about the 400 months ago. Normally I watch informational videos, this was more infomercial fluff. Lastly speaking of fluff, are you the same TST guys that make sport bike rear lights kits ? If so are still going on forums to write fake reviews about your products? I'll let you have the last word. It's not that I don't want a debate it's that I simply don't care .
Since you aren't here for a debate I will be very concise: 1. We never posted any fake reviews about any of our products. 2. This video is clearly not for you. 3. Thank you for the great and thorough lesson in how to interpret dyno data, I will make sure that we develop a training program for our engineering department from what you wrote. 4. Happy trolling.
@@troybolton4055 are you seriously trying to argue with a company centered around proformance motorcycles... That's fucking hilarious lol keep going, this is great. I just noticed the single like on your comments. But hey, sometimes you gotta like your own comments to get the ball rolling.
@@TSTindustries Super awesome and professional, keep up the good work Bart and you will be hearing from me next month for some stuff for my new z400, hint hint that integrated tailight and eliminator is looking pretty sexy.
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I have put 3100 miles on mine just this year. I can't say enough good. It's gotten smoother and faster with time. Even having another 100+ horsepower sportbike, this one gets it done and is so fun.
The Kawi 400 bikes are actually really fun and also peppy for a small bike. Glad you are having fun with yours.
I'm at 12 thousand kilometers on mine, so about 8ish thou miles(?) and the front end on mine just keeps getting lighter.
I just bought my first bike (used 2019 Z400) and this thing is a blast to ride. I only had 5 days to ride due to buying it late in October, but very quickly got a good feel for the shifting and handling. On my 2nd day I was doing 60 with no issues. I highly recommend this mini devil for new riders and people who just want to commute. Once I put new tires on I'll be trying out the corners harder.
I don’t regret downgrading my Z800 to this..I have to do that cause my wife change to the BMW grand tourer 7 seaters family car..So budget is a must..After 1500km,I tried top speed twice which is around 174-179kmh stock and my weight is around 90kg...After Ecu reflash,dyno,mid pipe and akrapovic muffler and quickshifter i managed to get 188kmh with slightly more..Well done Kawasaki,You have shown your competitors what is power beside economical...next pls consider traction and riding mode
Price?
@@FunTimeGhz should be under 6k usd.
As a fellow BMW driver, you will regret it. I got given one and I regret accepting it daily. Sell the beemer and get a couple of cool bikes for the missus, that you won't regret
It looks and sounds like a beast. It's gonna be one hell of an experience for new riders.
I agree bro.
yeah it especially sounds like a beast with that stock exhaust XD
It’s a nice experience even for some more seasoned riders just an overall fun experience
I owned the ninja 400 same bike. It was amazing. I went 115mph on it once without maxing it out so they have plenty of power.. it was honestly a great motorcycle in every aspect. Along with my DRZ400SM
As a new rider, it's a ton of fun. Slightly disappointing top speed, but I'm used to my cars for that.
I have had my Z 400 for almost a year. I’ve made 22 changes/upgrades. I actually have three or four videos here on TH-cam showing different stages of ad on upgrades I have done. I have spent under $1000.. I have not touched any tuning, any exhaust, any airbox, any air cleaner aftermarket stuff. I leave my stuff alone in the tuning department. I go after suspension improvements, ergonomic improvements,I added real horns which required installing heavier gauge wire through a horn relay, I’ve had rubber topped foot pegs, VFR 800 foot pegs go right on, Rubber gets rid of the tingle buzz through the solid foot pegs. I’ve had a bar risers, a taller windshield, foam grips get rid of a lot of the tingle through the bars, Corbin seat, I replaced the passenger seat with a Hepco backer plug-in rack.. i’ve added a 31 L JV style trunk to the rack it comes off in one second with the key, no ugly mining brackets or tubing holding up an aftermarket luggage rack. I’ve added spools, A Suzuki GSXR 600 shock. Massive improvement. The stock shock on these ninjas and Z 400s is pretty much shot at 4000 miles.. i’ve had a small magnetic tank bag. I like the magnetic tank bags because there are no straps, and they stay put they don’t move around all over the tank while you’re riding. I have a tether from the tank bag to the bar so it can’t fly off.. I have a purple brand gel seat cushion on the Corbin seat. I can now ride all day. The stock seat is a medieval torture device..I’ve had a small Alnico magnet to the drain plug to collect any magnetic debris suspended in the oil, which there always is.. I have upgraded the rubber on the shift lever to a new style flat on the bottom shift lever rubber. The original rubber cover on the shifter was chewing a hole in my bates motorcycle boots.. I gutted under the passenger seat and I am able to carry a small electric air pump for flat tires and a plug kit and a cargo net and straps and jumper cables in that compartment now. A lot of space under there..I upgraded the tool kit with some better tools and I’ve added a few tools and a little things like spare fuses. I have added a wide angle spot mirror on the left mirror, and if you add a stick on wheel weight to a buzzy mirror, that will usually change the frequency that the mirror responds to if you have a mirror that buzzes..
I was going to upgrade the front fork springs, but I’ve learned that the ninja has different forks from the Z 400 so you gotta be careful what you buy. I think I read that the ninja forks are longer..
I tried to go up to a 15 tooth Countershaft sprocket .. A few days later I got a check engine code, and my gear position indicator stopped working.
it turns out that the computer detected the different speeds of the transmission shafts in relation to the speedometer. So I went back to the 14 tooth stock countershaft sprocket, and I went through the reset procedure to get the check engine light to go out..To tell you the truth, the machine did not like the 15 tooth sprocket. I had to chain adjusted correctly, and I was not lugging the engine. But there was more vibration with the larger sprocket. It may have been because the stock sprocket has a rubber damper around the sprocket to cushion the mashing of the chain with the sprocket. It was noticeable..
I don’t see any need to ring my motorcycles neck up to 12,000 RPM. It has wonderful grunt. And I’m saying that after I recently sold my Moto Guzzi Norge 1200. Massive torque, and I thought the 400 would be a disappointment after selling my Norge 1200. It is not a disappointment. I do miss having the much better suspension that comes stock on a moto guzzi.. but for the price I’m not gonna complain.. I wanted to have two street bikes that are completely different. When you have two bikes that are in the same category, no matter which one you take on an all day ride, after about six or eight hours, you’re always thinking, I should’ve took the other bike.. I have a Yamaha royal star venture as my big rolling La-Z-Boy machine, and I have the Z 400. Last year I had a gold wing GL 1800, and the moto guzzi norge..
When I was younger I road raced RDs, winning six road racing championships, and two national championships on RDs..
i’ve had dozens and dozens of motorcycles over the decades. I just wanted to go back to something about the size of an RD, because I’ve had nothing but big touring bikes and big sport bikes over the past few decades. What a refreshing light flickable Package the Z 400 is. I like it better than my V Strom 1000, my KLR 650, I think it’s better than the RZ 350 I had, it’s cheap to insure too. I’m getting 66 miles to the gallon. When I take it out on the back roads with some of my ex road racing buddies, I can ring its neck, and I’m still getting over 60 miles to the gallon. And when I do take it out and ring its neck, I’m really not going that fast like I would be on some of my other machines that are triple the displacement. I do not like that it has ABS brakes. I had an experience with my BMW K 1200 LT with ABS brakes on a back road. It was a downhill section on asphalt that was covered with flyash sinders. No big deal. But when I touched the brakes to maintain my speed, I had no brakes at all front or rear. None. The computer for the ABS detected that the wheels wanted to stop or slip and it would not apply the brakes at all. I ended up running into a cyclone fence around a salvage yard at the bottom of the hill to stop. Since then I do not like ABS brakes on motorcycles. My Moto Guzzi Norge had ABS brakes could be turned off if you ever get caught in the snow, on wet grass on a slope, or on a gravel road. You can turn off the ABS so you will have conventional brakes..
Other than that, that’s the only thing that I did not like about this machine but I bought it anyway. I’m glad I did
this bike has making a statement in phil market...i love how it looks..and most of it..it was in a mid range power motorcycle 🇵🇭🤟🏽
rolan valencia the reason it is making a statement in the Philippines market is the requirement of 400cc to drive on the NLEX/SLEX but the truth is, the verdict is still out since the OR/CR state 399cc. The price went up from 295K to 315K and many vendors only want you to finance the bike, they don’t want to accept cash, as to make a nice profit off of the buyers that cannot afford cash payment. Since the double plate law has been signed into Law, this is going to be a problem as the LTO tries to figure out a way to implement it. The LTO cannot even get cars, bikes, trucks etc their plates now for 4 years, how are they expecting riders to get new double plates. Most bike owners was never given the plate they paid for the first second and third time. Lots of excuses from the LTO, so did i hit the mark or am I off about the Philippines?
@@marknasia5293 bitter hahaha
gilbert sanchez i am not bitter, i don’t live in Luzon, and there are only speed recommendations here... I pay cash for my bikes here, and just fly the parts in from the US.. The Philippines legally is broken on so many levels, but then again, CSI isn’t the best, so it is easier to get away with taken care of people you have disagreements with.
hindi naman sya bitter bro..marami lang syang paliwanag which is totoo naman..pero kung magkaka big bike ako sa pinas,mukang itong Z400 ang gusto ko.peace bike brothers
@@marknasia5293 double plate law like in India? haha thats ridiculous. the bike will look stupid..
Thanks for the video. I picked up a z400 from local dealership that was going out of business last month. I was about to get a ninja400 but it didn't have ABS. Went with the little Z, ABS standard, cheaper price tag and it's more comfortable for commutes. Awesome to know the motor has such high output
How about finding another local dealer that has Ninja400 (ABS version) because I just got a new one 5 months ago.
@@NguyenTran02 I got the z400 close to cost so it's worked out for me, good deal. Both bikes are great.
That's an impressive number tbh
I have 5k km on this bike since I got it September 2019 and I love it!
It is a good bike.
Iv put almost 1k miles on my Z400 and I’m just now putting a scratch in on the green line on the tires...
Hit 2k just now and the green line is finally gone lol
What’s a green line ?
@@ImCaducify the chicken strip, got rid of mine by 400 miles. Basically people in the motorcycle realm call it a chicken strip because if it stays it means you "are not leaning enough"
Really it's just an intimidation tactic by other bikers to say you don't lean in your turns
Great starter bike!
Team Green 💚🏆
That is impressive grunt from the little 399 p-twin. Lucky!
I understand why these and the zx4r version are parallel twins now and not online 4s like the old zxr400 screamer. The new bikes much more forgiving and easier to ride etc. But miss the old zxr400 baby blade etc epic little engines.
Anyways keep up there good work. Have enjoyed seeing progression on the little bikes.
It's also because of emissions
There is a rumor that Kawasaki is bringing back the in line four motor abut how true that is?...Who knows. The rumors are about the 250 but that size motor is in one market, and for the Americas they have the 400 so it would stand to reason the 400 will also receive the in line four. Who knows. It would be exciting to have a four banger, high revving 400 to race on.
TSTindustries would be cool. The old zxr 400 race tuned are about 75-80 bhp without much issues.
All the best with your ventures
Four cylinder are great. Even with just adding one extra cylinder to the parallel engine would be good. Imagine a 450cc triple ninja with 55-60 hp.
@@TSTindustries Yes it seems likely that Kawi will release a zx-25r. i4 250cc rumored at ~50 hp. Asian markets are a sure target. I hope they come to the USA. Inline 4, 400 would be amazing also. A sub-supersport class, ~360lbs ~70hp $~7500, seems closer to ideal for fun on the street than the current 600's, which absolutely are track fast.
That was indeed a good day on the dyno.
Well of course.
Team green make mean machines.
My Z400 is Red ... Undercover ? 🤔
Within 2-3 hp of what the ninja 400s make. Could be a difference in dynos. Same motor.
That's engines for you. I've seen many different but the same engines make stupidly different amounts of power, it just depends what the factory tune was and the bike it's going into. Same engine doesn't mean atomically symmetrical.
amazing the quality of this video bro
Appreciate it!
What are the factors why this is more powerful compare to other engine that is exactly built the same way?
Sounds really good for a little twin
Thanks, we agree!
Amazing video! Where does the motorcycle dashboard get speed information from? Where is the speed sensor placed?
On the ABS equipped bikes, like the one in this video, there is a magneto resistive pickup at the rear wheel with an encoder wheel. That sensor passes the data to the circuit in the ABS pump module, where it gets changed to a different communication protocol and then sent to ecu and dash.
-BR
@@TSTindustries Thank you very much for the fast reply!
your camera's got some banding setting issue i think.
l saw that too..
Kawi's taking their sweet time to release the damn bike in my country... I want one lol
I got one and it is nice. It is my first street bike and I listened to what everyone said and started on a smaller bike for a beginner plus I am coming off of a liver transplant and I'm 5'11 160lbs and not nearly as strong as I used to be so the light weight was important. Now on the flip as a ex A class ATV motocross racer I wish I had more power but that's me. I always rode 48 horse 450 quads and 150hp snowmobiles. But this Machine is not a slouch and for someone completely new to riding anything It has more than enough power. It can straighten your arms and throw you back if you ain't ready and goose. I say get one as soon as you can great value beautiful fit and finish except for the exhaust location if you have Ronald McDonald feet.
still waiting in vietnam, Kawasaki officially released it, but somehow we cant buy one yet...
I wish they give option for buyers . With kickstart or without kickstart. I hate big bike not having kickstart
for 5 grand new, its one hell of a bike
We agree!
Sounds better in stock 😏
It's a Kawasaki and a z. Of course it's great.
The z400 is gonna be a hit i think. Looks great and will be plenty quick. I love these engines in the small sportbikes but I dont actually want to ride a fully faired bike like the ninja. They really need an fz03 in the usa. I think there's tons of people that want a small affordable bike that just dont want the sportbike look. Hopefully they make a vulcan 300 or 400 next. The 300 from the versys would be great in a sporty cruiser frame
best contender to the KTM 390 Duke. But it still looks like a smaller version of the big ones. Like a compromise. Duke's design gave more confidence to the lightweight naked bikes
Interesting insight. What do you think about MT03 then?
TSTindustries Same thoughts with the Kawasaki more or less. I think this category needs low end torque, thats what I would go for
Awesome thanks for sharing, I had read that the suspension on the Z400 was purposely made a little softer from the factory, is TST planning on offering suspension mods for the Z400 as you do the Ninja 400?
They're adjustable.
The suspension is not adjustable. At least not in any way that benefits spirited+ riding. We don't see any need for a separate suspension components list from the N400. The damping characteristics of what we already offer for the N is plenty good for the common rider. The spring choices are available for any of these kits so that is all customizeable. We have Ohlins and Andreani right now if anyone needs suspension. We can help make the right choices in spring selection too. If you want to get into revalving the stacks then we will need data on the conditions and the requirements, and we can accommodate that without issue.
Impressive number.. is it still stock? No change at all?
Bone stock. Keep in mind dynos read differently so don't compare it to your local dyno.
Ninja 400's have finally started showing up in my local craigslist. I'm gonna get one soon here lads. What's the consensus on what to do to upgrade the suspension?
Save your money and ride it. The suspension upgrade is for people who will be spending time at the track. Otherwise you'll mostly just be slamming your butt and back every crack and bump you hit on the road. The suspension on the ninja 300 was tuned great for street riding, ive heard the 400 is even better
No need to tamper with the suspension. The bike is great as is! I own one.
I watched it but I didn’t see anything! What is THC industries and what was the chart it to me was in readable !
Almost 50 hp fucking hell that's crazy
The Ninja400 can hit 200kmh with proper gearing....Not too bad for a two cylinders compact sports bike..
Yup and I reckon it will pull from 70 to 85 fast enough to feel effective on freeways. In other words; all the practical performance one needs.
Downhill maybe. Those 45cv are tested af
I have gone 210kph with mine
@@kleinbottled79 It runs about 6500 rpm at 70 mph and pulls well up to 95mph so plenty capable on highway.
Take it to Bonneville and you'll find out just how silly that statement is. Even at sea level, an honest 200 kph is waaaaay out of reach.
Very nice camera work 👍
z400 here in PH is listed as 52.3hp and 38nm of torque
Those are probably numbers at the crank that the manufacturers claim.
@@TSTindustries yeah, thinking of that because the ninja 400 here listed lower than that of a z400, quite confusing.
Cool bike......hate the "K Lime Green", but mechanically that's the best small naked bike out there.
Can we change the size of the tires both front and rear fron stock to big size tires. Front 120/70/17. Rear 160/60/17. Many thanks TST industries.
If you are asking whether or not they will fit on the rims then yes, they will. Now before you do that please do yourself a favor and research vehicle dynamics and how tire size plays into it.
@@TSTindustries thanks for the helpful advice.
@@noelvlog5580 no problem.
How tall are you?
But is it worth the extra cost of insurance over the rest of the 300 class of bikes? It nearly costs the same as the 650 class for some stupid reason.
The only bike that looks good even with telescopic forks
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Do we know the break in protocol taken for this particular bike? Maybe that’s why it makes such good power.
I asked the owner of the bike and he said that he was just going by the book for the break in.
Impressive
When is the z400 going to be launched in India?
Are you saying the z400 has more power then the Ninja 400?
No. What i said was that OUR 2018 n400 put down that peak number on OUR dyno, and that one borrowed z400 put down a peak number 2hp higher than the previous bike. We bought anothe 2020 n400 to build into SB trim and that one put down numbers on par with that z last week. Maybe oir 2018 bike had a friday built motor while the other bikes had a mid week motor.
$???
What octane fuel was in the tank during the dyno?
93
@@TSTindustries I'd that RON or MON octane?
@@michaelclark3192( R+M)/2
Be careful, you might plug that exhaust outlet with a grape or blueberry and severely limit horsepower.
Otimo vídeo. Estou comprando uma e esse vídeo deixou claro que não pode correr. Ela é muito forte e rápida
Why is that incredible? That's what a stock 400 should be putting out
We measured several 400's and this one indicated the highest peak torque and Hp, by a good margin. That's what's incredible.
@@TSTindustries The ninja 400 puts out the same power, shouldn't have been much of a surprise?
Oh yeahh that's nice 😎
Would you get one
Hmmm.. so this 399 cc makes the same power as the Honda 500 class (470 cc)...interesting.. Are they making a Versys-X 400 with this? I was pretty much set on a CB500X before this video, darn it..
If I know Kawi they are probably working on a smaller Versys. They try to maximize the applications of each platform, it's just a matter of whether or not it will be available in all markets.
@@TSTindustries By that you mean you suspect they'll be moving up to the 400 with the next/future Versys-X?
that would be a cool bike no doubt 🚲
A2 35kw/48hp regulations
Dont the Z400 and Ninja 400 use the same engine? Why the difference?
There are many considerations in a case like this. One of the motors could have tighter tolerances between piston and cylinder, better balance of components, etc. Then there is the test procedure where differences can arise. Differing rear tire compound and pressure, different strap tension between the setups, differing barometric conditions between the tests, different samples of gasoline in each test, and the list goes on. It is difficult to keep the results from being affected by setup and variables. We do the best we can but these differences still arise. What we really use our dyno for is optimization on each of the bikes we tune. It's one setup, multiple runs, and we keep most typical variables constant. The first accepted run after warmup is the baseline and the improvements upon that baseline are our results. We track progress in percent gain and not hp/torque because those values aren't absolute from bike to bike, dyno to dyno.
48.20 hp at rear wheel all stock?
That is what our dyno measured. Our dyno does read a bit high though. I think our Ninja 400 measured around 46.5 ish when we first strapped it to the dyno
And the speed?
Why would that matter really. Dyno speed doesn't translate to real world speeds. We sometimes post top speed on Dyno but nobody really cares about that figure
Mine fatigue to reach 185km/h wat's the real top speed of it?!?
The only means for semi-accurate speed measurement is GPS. Too much error in sensors on these bikes. Our SBR3 top recorded speed was 206 KPH, so this bike can surely go as fast or faster. The rider will have to tuck like heck, and It won't be comfortable because the lack of fairings for wind protection.
The z400 is really interesting but the styling really remembers me what you have in asia and india but not at a 100% maybe 60% asian and 40% european. I think the manufacturers are trying to bring the asian style so it's cheaper to make and to sell. I don't really like it.
The z300 looks way more attractive but the gap behind the front wheel is just too big it makes the motorcycle a bit weird.
The z400 has a really well optimized engine but the look is horrible so i don't know if i wanna try it.
If i want an asian styled motorcycle i would prefer to go for a Zontes (we have few feedback on the engine but it's a risk to take) than a muuuch pricier Kawasaki 300 with no ABS stock. Maybe a cf-moto but they look odd.
But for yet i learn on my baby 650 er6n, the first gen model (k7 Candy lime green) and i think i'm really falling in love with it and it's big eye x).. japanese motorcycle designers really changed the design of the bikes and it's really sad, they look too simple
I'm on the same boat as you are. If you're from India I guess you're familiar with Bajaj.... And it looks like an offshoot of Bajaj's or TVS bikes. honestly it's because of the headlight design. it's too pointy. The real Z's got curves and muscles. Even the Z125 has more muscular lines. The lines need to flow more.
@@poiXquared yup i agree with you and nope i'm from France ^^. It's just that i saw all those new roadsters coming out and damn they don't look good, bmw310cc doesn't look right, cf moto don't, Zontes r310 looks incredible but the headlight is weird and finally the z400 doesn't look good where as the z300 is awesome looking. That's why i was wondering where all of those weird designs were coming from.
I might buy a Zontes 310cc or a z300 if my er6n gives up on life or if i have money. I'd just love to have a 4 cylinders bike, sounds incredible but i can't find cheap but good looking ones :/
@@MrGeoffrey1998 yeah there's something wrong with the designers working on known brands and handing them over to the asian designers. Good god that BMW 310 has standard 17 inch wheels but because of the weird engine it looks like a kids bike with oversized wheels. Not to mention the ugly rim design.
Zontes though, they're designed by the same guys that work on KTM designs also on the Yamaha M-Slaz or TFX or better known now as the Yamaha MT-15 so there's no wondering they look great. The only problem is that they're "china bikes" and quality components have always been an eybrow raiser with these companies.. I'm from the philippines btw and CF moto and Zontes just arrived here. Many people are hyped but nothing beats the quality of a well engineered Japanese bike.
@@poiXquared i agree, but i saw a french review on a website and on TH-cam (they're usually really hard on their comments and tend to criticize every imperfection) but they said the Zontes r310 really had an amazing chassis, the tires are really great for CRTs, all the options (like ABS, electronic locking seat and gas tank etc..) are a real plus since we don't have that stock on bikes.
The only problem is that it's only 35hp (well it's one more than my bridled er6n which weighs quite a lot more xD) and 155kgs, so it's acceleration is as good as a z300/z400, problem is that past 100kph it really climbs slowly..
For me it's either i keep my er6n 650cc), i trade it for a new Zontes r310 or wait a bit and take a gsr750.
It's nerve racking because it's impossible to have a 4 cylinder bike that's good looking, not too expensive, but not too heavy.
The Zontes seems to be perfect but the monocylinder (even good sounding for a single cyl.) is miles away from a basic twin cylinder bike and a few planets away from a high pitched 4 cylinder engine.. :/ i don't really know what to buy
Yeah the Asians have really taken to the angular designs, but alot of the headlights on new nakeds look horrible. I love the look of the new cb300r naked, but they made it so tiny that It kind of detracts from the look of the bike when you sit on it. The z400 lines have grown on me actually but the paint and plastic make it look like a cheapie bike.
Amigo te falto hacer ver el Tacometro de la moto al momento de acelerarla para ver a cuanto de velocidad maxima se le puede sacar en pista
Top speed is 115 mph
Graças a Deus eu pude comprar a minha Z400 ano 2020 zero km . É a cor cinza quase preto com detalhes amarelo esverdeados
Perfect
cool!
TST really gets triggered huh 🤔
i think they claim 38 Nm of torque
I need this moto bro💕😥
get it done.
@@TSTindustries I have no money to buy
Straps are shot.
Show the correction factor and the conditions.
How about I send you the Dynojet runfiles and you can pull off whatever data you want
@@TSTindustries
That's not necessary.
Comparing runs from different dynos, even if the same type and model, or runs on different days isn't valid. I'm sure you know this. Not sure why the big secret on the standard, correction factor and conditions? That would of been a very simple answer. It is something what most people do show with their charts.
I'm not sure I understand the point of the video? I think the unicorn was that 1 particular pull, not the bike.
Not sure why this video was even recommended for me? I guess it's because a watched a video or 2 about the 400 months ago. Normally I watch informational videos, this was more infomercial fluff.
Lastly speaking of fluff, are you the same TST guys that make sport bike rear lights kits ? If so are still going on forums to write fake reviews about your products? I'll let you have the last word. It's not that I don't want a debate it's that I simply don't care .
Since you aren't here for a debate I will be very concise:
1. We never posted any fake reviews about any of our products.
2. This video is clearly not for you.
3. Thank you for the great and thorough lesson in how to interpret dyno data, I will make sure that we develop a training program for our engineering department from what you wrote.
4. Happy trolling.
@@troybolton4055 are you seriously trying to argue with a company centered around proformance motorcycles... That's fucking hilarious lol keep going, this is great. I just noticed the single like on your comments. But hey, sometimes you gotta like your own comments to get the ball rolling.
@@TSTindustries Super awesome and professional, keep up the good work Bart and you will be hearing from me next month for some stuff for my new z400, hint hint that integrated tailight and eliminator is looking pretty sexy.
Bro do remapping and top speed of fz 25
There's no such bike in the USA.
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yung sa kamias
What is this? A format for ants?
"A format for ants"....I can't even imagine what your comment means
i think he thinks ants would be able to drive a motorcycle or something.
I hope the foot falls on you... Not everyone gets to ride or should ride a big/litre class bike straight away...
Arrogance anyone?
LoL reminds me of Zoolander
Little Bike for Shorts Man
Wooo (sarcasum) iv seen 125 2 strokes make more power than that and there more fun n smell and sound better
2 strokes sounds like a lawn mower and just smells like burned oil and fuel..... This bike isn't for ghetto people...
@@edango09 you must have a sick sounding lawn mower .. No its not for ghetto people its for posers who cant ride but think bikes make them look cool
Yeah, well you cant really compare a 2 and 4 stroke. Bit of a difference there lol
@@nickthelebo How is the this bike for posers? Seems like it is for people who want to ride a cheap naked sportbike.
@@nickthelebo whatever its for, sure looks better than that old piece of crap bike in your default photo lmfao
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