Kawasaki's ZX4RR Is The Most Entertaining Sport Bike You Can Buy
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Kawasaki keeps the real 4cyl engine culture in contrast with other companies that turning bikes into 2 cyl ❤💪💪
so glad Kawasaki does it, imo twins never sound good, you need atleast 3 cyls. Kawasaki will become few unique value brands that offer great experience, I think it is better for kawasaki.
@@ManoharSingh-dg8ihany v-twin disagrees with you, as well as the mt-07
@@marcos1669 Sure, but being a long term F1 fan I would reject all V twins or even V4s. I love high revving Inlines.
@@ManoharSingh-dg8ih that is just a matter of taste
@@marcos1669 you just contradicted your own previous comment.
It has positive neutral finder. It's designed to not to go into neutral is you're moving. It may seem odd at first but I think it's great.
yeah i need that shit. i don't even know how many times i almost died from both embarrassment and from going 100 acceleration to 0 by shifting from 1st to neutral. it's to the point where i try to ignore 1st gear as much as i can. either you shift to neutral or you don't shift fast enough and hit rev limiter either way you are hitting a brick wall with that full sport bike acceleration to negative acceleration in 0.0002sec
I figured that was it. It could be a good thing for sure.
My 84 Kawasaki has the same thing. It's super weird to get used to
After using this bike for the last 4 months im still not used to it and i do not like it. I like finding N as i am slowing down, but thats me
85 ninja 600 had it loved it,@@GMdrivingMOPARguy
I think the reason it's hard to find neutral is that Kawasaki may still be using the "positive neutral finder" feature that I had on my old ZX6R. If you're stopped in 1st gear then no matter how hard you pull up on the gear shift lever, it wont go past neutral and into 2nd. The downside is that it's very difficult to slip into neutral while you're coming to a stop.
Bring it down to 15-20ish in second and lightly tap it down neutral is so easy on a Kawasaki when you really figure it out
@@monkmoto1887 what does speed have to do with RPM?
Yeah its the positive neutral finder. It's quite annoying sometimes. If you stop at 2nd gear and shift down the meter will go - and act kinda confused. Also if you're going super slow from 1 to 2 it might just go into Neutral instead of 2, right after launching. Yeah it might be caused by not shifting properly, but at most times the gear is super smooth you get used to not using that much force.
adjust the clutch friction zone
@@GeorgiaGrowGuy the positive neutral finder is on the transmission, and works based off the wheel speed. That's how it keeps you from shifting into 2nd unless you're moving
Honestly as for me I think this is my dream bike. Ive ridden 600 before but theyve got too much power imo. I just really like everything about the zx4rr. the 4cyl, the comfy-agressive ergonomics, the looks, the suspension etc i cant stop listing great things about this bike! Unfortunately i’ll have to wait 2 years to get it since i have the restricted european license…
Get a 4cyl 650?
@@zyoungson215 he said that he doesnt like 600's cuz they got too much power.
But you are actually able to restrict the ZX4RR even from the dealer ship, it has 77 HP in europe and as a salesman told me, they can restrict it to 48HP if you own A2 license.
400 four on street is all the power you need with flash it has like 72 hp as much as my 85 ninja 600 but better suspension, 40 yrs plus riding no one needs more on the street, the more hp guys are all ego. Most and I mean almost all could never really reach limits on a good 400 or 600 and 1 in50,000 cold ever ride modern 1000 to its limits even on a track, seen it many times at track days. Good ninja 400 rider makes them look silly, until long straight they are looking at the 400 twins ass.
Yes agree had a cbr600rr... did a few 130mph and that was enough for me... that zx4rr can do that... so for me, my next bike will be either the zx4rr or cbr650r with e clutch.
I bought the first Ninja 400 my local dealer got in stock on the first release a couple years ago. Kawasaki was doing the same event that day and I fell in with the pack right after the paperwork was done. I had a blast on the 400 and didn’t feel restricted by a bigger bike’s need for open road
Gotta give it to Kawi they are the only ones making the bikes nobody else wants to make, small 4 cylinders that rev to the moon and keeping the 600 class alive
We went to this in our area last year. Day 2 of the event some lady crossed lanes in a car and took out several of the riders, nearly killing the lead Kawasaki event guy. It was apparently a mess. Doubt the will come back for a while.
Having had my Bandit 400 for a very long time, I can attest to the appeal of this type of bike. Same as with my VTR250 Interceptor, they are frantic, tossable little toys that sing their best song when you are riding them in ways that would be abusive or very illegal on other bikes. Unless you are smaller or really tolerant of compromises, they are best as a second or third bike, or a track toy. Life constantly above 10K rpm is only fun in short bursts and it ups the maintenance schedule greatly, especially on older bikes.
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These are neat bikes for sure i like the sound
The induction sound on that thing is sweet. Obviously I think the power should be a bit more "unlocked" at that price point, but needless to say I think it could be a weapon on the track with the light weight and decent level of tech.
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It is all emissions rules 500 buck ecu flash puts it to 72 hp. Kawasaki left the power there you just have to unlock it as EPA rules do not allow them to. At least they did not detune it so it would be hard to make fast.
This is a really nice bike but I think it's an 8000 dollar bike as it sits. If they brought it with the full 80 HP then I'd be down for the current MSRP.
agreed, unless they offer free ecu flash etc current pricing looks really high.
@@ManoharSingh-dg8ih yes, by the time you spend 800+ USD on an exhaust, then $350 on the flash, you're at almost ZX-6R money with less power and worse suspension
@@glsracer I see, I am in India so not aware of those mod pricing. 4R's tubular frame doesn't scream quality either, its just managed well. Also I am not a fan of this pointy nose design. I guess real benefit of 4R is its comfort and nimble fun nature.
@@ManoharSingh-dg8ih yeah, I sometimes assume USA and Canada for these videos, sorry for that. We only get the RR version here and I do think this motorcycle makes more sense at the 4R price vs the 4RR price. In parts of Asia, bikes over 400 CC become much more expensive and so the ZX-25R and ZX-4R make a lot more sense than they do here. The much faster ZX-6R only costs about 5% more when you factor the need for an exhaust and ECU tune for the 4RR.
@@glsracer yeah, unfortunately 6R in India comes without rear seat and no option to install it which is one big downside for me as you can't take your gf for a thrill ride. So 4R could have been great option is price was right. I guess early buyers will be paying for R&D of this inline 400 platform, they may reduce price later.
I've ridden many Kawasaki sport bikes but I haven't had an opportunity to ride the new 400, a lightweight high revving bike has got to be fun to hit the back roads with.
Quick shifter is “trash when you are lugging a bike around that’s made to rev High. You have a Tach for a reason. 😂 use it. It doesn’t count as high as it does for ascetics . Just a little public service announcement for folks. (Not Hero RR) my main guy here! Rockin channel. But anyways, anyone who rides ima high rev supersport bike and rides around lugging it in around 2-4k RPM’s well your doing much more harm then good to the engine. Truly. It puts in needed stress on pistons valves , cylinders etc etc. it’s made to rev high. And thus it’s less stressful on the engine at higher revs. Believe it or not. That’s 1000% the TRUTH . Anyways thanks for upload .
Love all your videos, my 954rr which I bought was from watching your videos, but I can tell the 400rr is way underpowered to me
I crashed my 954 before I could teach some absolute moron I know who truly thought his 2011 gsxr600 was faster because it has " new technology " he said
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Whats up
Hero!! I love your content! I'd really love to see a video on 600cc naked bikes if you would be interested :) I have a Benelli Tornado 600, which is basically a more pasta'd out 599 hornet. I'd live to hear your thoughts on the segment and whether a naked 4cyl middleweight makes any sense.
Many years back i had a Z400j. Did some tweaks and had a good linear powered bike. Never ridden a modern 400.
I'm in love with the concept with this motorcycle but I don't think I'll ever pick one up unless it's in the used market after a few years. I own a brand new 2021 ZX6R and I was craving having a lighter small CC bike and ended up buying a Ninja 400 a year and a half ago. Honestly, I'd rather suggest someone doing the Ninja 400 and ZX-6R combo vs buying a ZX-4R. It's definitely a niche motorcycle and I was actually super excited for it at first but it's just not for me. I feel like being able to choose between a more powerful, aggressive ZX-6R or a more comfortable, lightweight Ninja 400 at any given moment would be the better option if money isn't an issue. Now if I didn't already own a ZX-6R, I could totally see myself just getting a ZX-4R but I'd probably still eyeball the regular ninja 400 a bit as well. Honestly it really comes down to preference and what you're going to use the bike for. I mostly use my 400 for commuting but the thing still rips when I want to have some fun on it in the corners as well. I do want to see a true ZX-4R (unrestricted) vs a race 400 to see how they fair against each other on a track day.
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I think Kawasakis have a thing that keeps you from going to neutral while moving. Helps with the 1-2 shifts.
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mine is tuned by 2wheeldyno works and its insane, sounds like a 1000 aswell
Good review.
To me it's just not worth the money. Just too close in price to the 600. Personally I buy used older bikes that are just as good if not better.
Yes, its a niche bike for sure but so far dealers are selling them faster than they can put them on the showrooms. Some even bought these as companion bike for their wife's with their zx6...10s.
@ilovebohol I'd take it over these parallel twins that are taking over. I love that top end rush. And I know ZX-4R is a screamer. Japanese companies like Suzuki had many awesome 400cc bikes in the late 80's early 90's. My generation just demanded more hp, more speed, more adrenaline to come with that performance. We didn't really care about electronic tech either. Did you know CBR stands for "CITY BIKE RIDING " RR stands for "RACE READY" ...that was the mindset of the engineering coming out of Japan. Not practicality
@@davidlagno7717i still remember looking at a yamaha 400 in the 90s, and told myself someday I will own one 😊i had the cbr600rr 2009, sold it in 2020… so I’ve been deciding between the zx4rr or the cbr650r with e clutch … instead of a zx6r, save some money and get a klx300 or crf300… sold my crf450f 2003 in 2020 as well … just trying to rebuild my lineup and downgrade to smaller displacements. Not in a rush either.
@ilovebohol I had an 07 600RR I loved it and it got stolen. I started riding around 11 or 12yrs old. Had alot of dirtbikes. I still have my 1970 Trail 70. It was sitting for 20yrs before I found it. My first bike. Now I have a Bandit 1250 and a S1000RR. There older now but I'm satisfied. I love speed and I love long trips with no destination. Just like before GPS. I'd love to have a little thumper like new 300's. I just don't have the money or the room. Do what you love and be safe. I have love for anyone on 2wheels ❤️
Hey HeroRR, i was recently in a little crash with my 954, f150 blows past his stop sign and doesnt see me, anyway my bike only really has front-end damage and I want to fix it up, is there anyway you give me some guidance? I can send you pictures and ill keep my questions short lmao. This is my first time working on a bike and I would love some help from you!
Awesome man, I really like your content. I got few questions:
1. How much vibrations are there on this one compared to 600cc's other performance bikes?
2. sound is little thinner than 600 it seems, is that so?
3. Suppose If I got 4R and 6R to choose from then which one would feel better in terms of refinement and overall? I am leaning towards new 6R.
Final one: I like high revving smooth motor inline sound, so which one would be best pick if i get the option. Example: Daytona 675R, 2019 6R etc.
1. No vibrations at all
2. Not sure what you mean sorry.
3. The 6R is probably more “refined” because it’s been around a lot longer. But the 4RR feels pretty refined. No complaints here.
4. I’ve never ridden a Daytona so not sure. But if smooth high revving is your weapon of choice then you can’t go wrong with a 6R
@@HeroRR appreciate the response bro, I love analog tachometer and hate these cheap looking LCD displays and I also don't like the sharp pointy look of older Ninja so I need to make compromises, and being F1 fan I have been saving cash for a good bike from years now. in India they can get bit pricey and you don't get Demos here. So I follow youtubers. Yammie Noob loves his daytona so comparing with that. If you get chance please compare that once.
And by point #2 I meant bigger engines make sound with bass like z900 does, 4R sounded little sharp. My personal fav is new 2024 CBR600RR they finally got the nose right but that won't come in Indian market so have to choose between Daytona and 6R.
Between the Daytona and 6R, I'd personally go with the 6R, even though I like both. More refined, long production (so more aftermarket support), and Japanese quality. Just my $0.02.
@@ivecentral I am leaning towards 6R but have heard Daytona is more agile and comfortable, not to mention it looks beautiful than 2019 6R. As for new 6R we don't know when it will be launched here in India. BTW do you know if Daytona has any vibrations? What you mean by more refined?
the ONLY factor would be, is it restricted? If so, it's just soso.. If it's un restricted and tuned, it's a good time.
they only come unrestricted in europe in north america its limited to like 50 hp and u have to tune it to get the full potential 74 hp ish and thats after paying 10k
@@bobbertyt2468 That was probably the only way we were ever gonna get a 400cc i4, since the emmisions were probably not good enough without the restriction.
its restricted.. flash fixes it but probably voids the warranty, which sucks
Thanks for this video! Have you tried out the 2024 ZX-6R yet? Can you do a video comparing it with this ZX-4RR? I went from a 2020 Ninja 400 (which I loved as my first bike) and then after 3 years I went to a 2017 Ninja 650. I like the 650 because of the power, but I do miss my 400 😭. Trying to decide if I wanna switch to either the ZX-4RR or ZX-6R. Help! Lol
Hi Liz, I did ride the 2022 ZX6R which is a little different but mostly the same as the new one. The ZX6R was a fantastic bike, I really enjoyed riding it. If this is going to be your only bike then I think the ZX6R would be better since it is more suited for a wide variety of riding. The ZX4RR makes similar power to the ninja 650 you had but its different because the 650 made more power down low vs the zx4rr makes it mostly at the top. The ZX4RR would be an awesome bike for carving up twisty roads and track days but the zx6r would be better for open roads. They are priced similar so if I were you i'd go to the dealer and sit on both and pick which one you like more. Good luck!
Kawasaki should have priced it much closer to the ninja 400 if they wanted people to buy this bike. As it is, people will see the price of this and just get the 6r instead. They're definitely not getting cross-shoppers of the 400 or 6r at this price.
Canada gets the ZX4-R as well, sans quick shifter and fork preload for about a grand less. Kinda wish the US got that model too.
@@hokogan is it otherwise the same bike? That would have been much more appealing
@@Pinkskull69420 Yeah, just a different paint job, no QS, and no fork preload. I think everything else is the same. You can compare both versions on the Kawi Canada site.
@@hokogan i dont like QSs personally anyway so that would be my choice. But hey nothing wrong with more bikes in the market
@@Pinkskull69420 Same. It would be great to have that option here.
Name any sport bike that does not need a full exhaust and tune from the factory?
Unless there is some track series that this competes in, i do not see the market on the street.
Brooo i knew i recognized those streets, i moved out to westborough but lived in hyannis/dennis for 3 years
I want you to see how it feels after yhe tune. Your gaining 20 hp. Plus the power wont be cug
In your opinion what's the bike with the best exhaust sound (600cc) ?
08-16 R6 all day!
The only time it's cool and fun to hate on your mate's bike =D
My dream bike. I had Kawasaki ninja zxr 400, it was my first big bike. It was mine for 8 years, I was happy with that bike, but was old 1992. Then I changed for Suzuki gsx-r 600.
Honestly this bike seems perfectly okay stock for our roads in the Northeast, after a tune and exhaust i can't see it being useless. I just would need something bigger as well for the hooligan in me
3:51 subtitles say, “you gotta rub it out dude”
These all need to be de restricted, they're 50HP factory and well over 70 de restricted. You can hit 80+ with mods.
Not in Europe. Sorry, just saying 🤐
@@amococ2487 In Europe the ZX-4RR has 77hp stock (80hp when going fast enough to engage RAM Air).
@@t4r1k98 I know, I'm in Europe. That's what I said. They don't need to be de-restricted in Europe
@@t4r1k98 They said that they all need to be de-restricted. I said "not in Europe"
@@amococ2487 Oh, sorry. I completely misread that 😅
You should try a ZX14r pretty entertaining
kinda sounds like my weedwhacker lol. Man, I'd love to have one. Looks like it'd really be fun to just wring out in the twisties.
Oh shit my dude
$10,000 for 52hp on a sports bike??? No way on earth.
I have a ZX4RR. Hit me up if you have any questions, I have quite a few miles on mine.
The pick up like 20 horsepower on the top end when you de restrict them
Personally would get an Aprilia RS660 over this.
More bike for not a lot more money.
There is no throttle slack because it is true ride by wire.
my only problem is it is almost the same size and price as a zx6r
This was made for twisties and to destroy the 1000s on the track.
It always amazes me that guys like your friend turn up to test ride bikes in zero protective gear other than gloves -
Because they are test riding!!! If your that hopeless on a bike that you think you might Crash it, take up Golf.
@@anthonycavalliotis8736 lol. Ok. Whatever. Super ignorant statement. So you are saying that because they are test riding the chances of them being hit by an idiot driver is lower?
If you get collected by a large, slow moving car, truck or bus that's your fault. People like you can't ride. Your the type of person who would get injured by using a power tool too. Mate, u wear safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection and a respirator when cutting wood with a saw. 🤣😂 You have no idea how quick a sports bike can stop & change direction. Sad you ride whole Life without coming close to knowing their capabilities. But we need mass consumers like you to keep costs per unit lower. Thanks for supporting the Motorcycle Industry.@@KiwiMoto72
It's a great looking bike, but giving the example of my country (Portugal), you have a Kawasaki wih 400 cc with 77 hp, costing €10300, and you have a Honda CBR 650r, wih 650 cc and 95 hp consting €9900... guess what the majority of people will choose!
The guy wearing jeans, sneakers and a hoodie hates rain? I'm surprised....
im not deep pocket, a 400cc with 250 maintenance already good enough for me ❤
even without the exhaust, euro tune is about 75hp
Give me a ZRX 400, and I'm in.
I got a 300 in Massachusetts
Bought my 2014 zx10r from pilgrim powersports
they just had a recall too
Why did you delete your Facebook Danny?
So sweet. Too bad I'm poor
For a few weeks… until you need more power.
That bike is tuned down to 41hp.
They can be tuned up to 91hp.
you dont need to clutch my guy... it has up and down quickshift with auto blip...
Kinda like a old cb1 400 super four
Isn’t this bike meant to be drivin above 12k
above 10k ideal
$10,000? that would be a firm no for me. There are lots of other better bigger cc bikes out there for much less.
over 10k with markups
So picking up a new 2023 for 9551+ tax. Selling my Yamaha T7 so to lessen the pain I thought I would splurge!
Beavis n butthead
It would probably cost you $3000 to delete all the emissions stuff on that motorcycle
No way. Full exhaust + flash will be no more than 1500.
Flash it
Now they just got to embrace older styling and not make them look like crumpled tin cans or a freeze frame from Michael Bays Transformers.
Demo on the highway. Yay...
Yeah y'all getting passed by way too many Grand mother's and papa's
:(
I dont see how one can say a ninia 400 gets boring - it's hella fun and punches way aboves its weight especially in the twisties. Best bike I ever sold
Si vas a ir lento mejor ponte a caminar
Love your videos & insights but that outro music is...cancerously unfitting.
For 10K??? Uh..........YEAH,that's WAAAAAAAAAAAAAY overpriced for a 400cc sportbike! I remember when I first purchased my 2000 (almost 25 years ago) Honda CBR929RR,THAT was 10K and WORTH EVERY SINGLE PENNY TOO,as it had PHENOMENAL POWER in "stock" condition! Of course,I added an upgraded exhaust to it (Just the can,as the REST OF IT was all Titanium!!!) and uploaded a much better fuel-mapping into the ECU,and from then on........OH YEAH,she was a sweet machine!!! Not that she wasn't beforehand (as the price for it new,was justified!) but PAYING the same price for a 400cc bike today,that has "meh" stock power to it? I'd pass.........although I'd LOVE to swing a leg over one with an upgraded exhaust and has been flashed!!! Hope you find one and post about it on here! Good Video Man! : >)
$10000 in the year 2000 is the same as a little over $18000 in todays money as per the Federal Reserve website inflation calculator. Not a fair comparison in terms of price.
Thanks. I think it’s important to factor in inflation. In year 2000 $10k is = to $18k in 2023. $10k today is closer to $5,500 in year 2000.
Somewhat True,but back in 2000,the earning wages compared to today,was also a lot less as well!!! @@ProdicalMan
title is a lie lol. slow ahh bike lmao and sooo expensive to get passed. next.
Underpowered and way overpriced. I was behind the 2023 ZX-6R during the Kawi Good Times Demo the other day. After a 2nd gear easy right turn onto Jackson School Rd from Evergreen, the 6R effortlessly pulled away from me while I gave the 4R all its beans. After the ride, the 6R guy told me that he only revved to 7k! Even merging with freeway traffic I had to keep the 4R engine wound out and in a low gear. I found myself constantly shaking my head in disappointment during the ride. Even when you’re stopped, the neutral notch is super small, so you lose focus on what’s going on around you while your going up and down trying to get the trans to hit neutral. All this for $13,000 out the door.🙄
Lol finally someone with a brain that understands! I’m all for smaller bikes but only a few grand under a 600cc I’d just buy the Zx6r, but all in all I rather just have 04-10 Zx10r 😂
Perhaps the clutch needed adjustment, but once in 1st and stopped, it will only shift to neutral. With an aftermarket air filter, ecu flash, and a slip on, the claim is about 75 hp to the ground. The slip on and tail tidy reduce weight by 9 lbs, so it's about 406 lbs with a full tank. I've had bigger, more powerful bikes, but ripping through the gears and making fun noises without destroying the speed limits is really fun. Also, keeping up with bigger, more powerful bikes is easy in the twisties since it can carry more speed into the corners. This is not my only bike, but it sure is fun to ride!!
Reminds me of my CB-1
only a novice rider with no talent would try to find neutral before they have stopped, stop the bike and then find neutral, it's not hard for those that can ride properly.
You sir are the novice if you think it's advantageous to come to a stop then fiddle around to find neutral when you're slowing down you might as well hit neutral as you come to a stop you're holding the clutch in anyway idiot
Not true at all