5 THINGS I HATE ABOUT THE NINJA 400 

Appreciate your insight and comment. I’m glad to see others don’t give a shit about the social stigma. It’s undeniable that the 400 class gets a bad rep but I personally believe it comes from people with too much of an ego, lol. If you don’t mind me asking, what did you do for the seat? I need to change mine.

I’ve definitely got my fair share of comments as well, it is a great bike! Glad you are also getting out now that winter is over

Wow man, really appreciate your support. I hope the 400 has treated you well during its time! It’s important to try new bikes, the 400 is great but not everyone’s stopping point for sure. It isn’t mine! An R7 or ZX6R sound beautiful to me! Much love Reer ✌🏻 keep on riding man and thanks again for the support!

You know I really appreciate you showing me love, Nick. Since Day 1. You are a genuine dude and I hope nothing but great things come your way brother. 😎✌🏻

@@RidingWithGav You have great content bro! Keep it up!

You said it perfectly man. It’s one of the few things I’m willing to look past because this bike is so much fun to ride!

Mine has a full exhaust, velocity stacks, hi flow air filter and ECU tune and this bike hauls ass!. Have a bored over throttle body coming from Norton racing soon. Seen videos of these 400’s getting away from R1’s and H2’s on the track in the corner. To an experienced and confident rider on a track, these bikes stay in the lead. Btw, I love your white bike! They look so clean in white. Mine is an 2018 in the rare candy plasma blue.

Oh man I can only imagine how much fun the bikes is after mods like that. That’s awesome! That Plasma Blue is so clean. Much love and ride safe bro! 🤙🏻

Me and you both! As long as I am not falling over, it’s cool with me lol. Much love dude, ride safe!

That’s awesome man! Did you get the 40th anniversary fairings? I appreciate the kind words. I think you made a great choice

@@RidingWithGav yes I did! It’s very bright but I love it

Such a sick looking color scheme man! Congrats! 😎

Couldn’t agree more. I mentioned this in a different comment but a lot of it from other riders is ego.

I think it's only the sport bike community hating on it, I don't understand why but I think it is the lower speed like atleast what I have seen in the community they don't find thrill in going so slow at full throttle, my sister has a 400 and it's a cool lil bike

You don’t wish for maybe just a little bit more power in those situations? Personally I’d feel safer with a little more power.

@@RidingWithGav I’m already going 75-80 on the highway. I don’t need to go 90-95 unless I absolutely need to pass by for safety reasons. I don’t see a huge gap in speed performance until about 95 anyways. Don’t think I need to make a move at that speed if I’m being proactive 😁

It is always good to be proactive! Ride safe brother 🤙🏻

@@RidingWithGav thanks homie. Appreciate your video and the love for the 400 🤘🏽

I want to agree but when I tried my sisters 400 it was just not fungoing almost full throttle just to pass someone, I think the only reason it's not exactly liked by most is mainly bc the speed, I think for most atleast what I have seen there is just no thrill in going that slow especially on a highway or with friends I think most people just don't find it fun to go that slow, like in order to just go speed limit you need to be at like 75 throttle and for city and street need to be in third gear just to be at speed limit

Happy to have you back brother 🤙🏻 means a lot that you even looked for my channel in all your subscriptions 🥺 more content on the way!

Ima a idiot so I’m trying to get a zx6r or a S1k and weirdly enough I have better chances for the s1k

You are not an idiot bro. Is it going to be your first bike? If so, just be smart and take it slow. No need to rush it on those bikes. You got it bro, think positive

What’s up gang! Great question. Really any sport bike isn’t going to handle these pot hole infested roads well. The advantage of the Ninja is the weight so if you quickly need to adjust for a pot hole, you can do so. Just be mindful and try to scan the road ahead. Don’t let this trip you up man, just get comfortable riding and the rest will come. It’s very much a confidence and comfort thing.

Did you take a motorcycle safety course?

I did not but think it is 100% worth it. I’ve actually considered taking it just because. I know you learn great fundamentals

It certainly feels like it some days lol

There's a way to angle the bike so your slightly drifting into the source of the wind with your body tucked. Wearing a motorcycle jacket also reduces wind friction. This way I can deal with all weather. If there's a wind that's gunna blow you off your bike then I wudnt be riding.

Right! I’ve been eye balling a few 600s and I’m like damn we are over $10,000?!? This is actually going to be one of the things I love about the 400 in my next video! 😎

Totally agree with your comment. I don’t care to race anyone or care to race anyone so being the absolute fastest on the street doesn’t matter for me!

Thank you! I’ve heard great things about double bubble windscreens

Dude hell yeah! Congrats! What a cool colorway and bike. I hope to see a 500 in person soon, hopefully on the street. Ride safe 🤙🏻

I’ve always been eye balling the ZX6R but man… that ZX4RR looks incredible. Jealous you’ve had the pleasure of riding that bike!

@@RidingWithGav My friend that has the 2023 zx4rr just bought a 2024 40th anniversary 636. 600s are great bikes; my first and only motorcycle has been an F4i. Definitely need to learn throttle discipline with them, but they are forgiving as well. About the only reason to ride a 1000 supersport is if you're looking to do over 150 mph easily. I'm currently looking for '07 Fireblade.

Couldn’t agree more. I think I’m stopping at 600 or 700cc. I don’t care to go over 150, value my life too much lol. A 600 would be nice especially on the interstate, that is where my 400 falls short. Keep riding safe homie 🤙🏻

Just sat on a 650 yesterday. Great bike man!

Just bought a 400! First bike.

Much love ❤️ thanks for reaching out dude. How are you holding up? My family and I are safe. We live on the eastern part of Lincoln so really didn’t get hit with much. However I know the interstate and parts of Waverley were hit hard. Thanks again fam

@@RidingWithGav we had to take shelter because one formed over COUNCIL BLUFFS but we’re safe and sound, thanks for asking. If you and yours need anything don’t hesitate to reach out

Thanks again for thinking of us 😎🤙🏻

@@RidingWithGav of course man anytime. I’m glad you guys are safe👍🏼👍🏼

Totally down man! As long as you are cool not doing reckless shit lol, I’m always down to ride with others! I need to make an Instagram or something to help facilitate stuff like this. Let me get on that and I’ll come back to this comment where you can contact me!

@@RidingWithGav no for sure. I’m still in the works of getting a new bike. So no rush and no worries. And I’m not a reckless rider, I’ve seen way too many family members and friends wreck and or lose their lives

I didn’t think you would be and hope it didn’t come off that way man! I’d be down to meet up and cruise downtown. Got some decent restaurants we could check out too

@@RidingWithGav I’m down for it. When you find a way you’d like to communicate back and forth I’m down. Like I said previously though. I am still in the works of getting a new bike, so it might be a little while

That is sick! I’ve seen pictures or videos of bikes like that online and always wondered what it was like to ride one. Does it sit pretty low to the ground?

yeah it barely can carry anyone who m fore thank 89kg @@RidingWithGav

That sounds like a ton of fun. I had a Honda Grom for quite some time and loved it. Wish I would’ve kept it.

Yeah also it's nice feeling to own a motorcycle when ur only 13@@RidingWithGav

You are only 13?! Good for you dude, that’s awesome.

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I like my Leo Vince LV-10. Sounds good. Just a slip on, easy to install.

@@RidingWithGav thanks brother.

I saw your other comment but downtown isn’t a bad spot to ride! Easy ride and fun during the weekend now that it’s nice.

I’m good off all that, Robert. You realize these videos are opinionated? You realize the title is 5 Things I Love or Hate, heavy emphasis on the I part? You don’t agree with my reasons, cool. I could genuinely care less about yours and why you may or may not like something on a motorcycle as we all are entitled to opinions. However, what I won’t be doing is taking down a video all because you disagree with my clearly opinionated talking points. I won’t let that slide now or ever. Hey but thanks for your entitled opinion! It’s RU-vid. If you don’t like the video or this channel , go somewhere else? 😂 acting like you’re stuck watching me or something, lol.

That seems like a great little bike! Best of luck!

Ok as a rider I'm telling you do not get a 250 trust me, it's actually so slow that it's dangerous and most 250s aren't made that well. You should def try to start on 400-600 you get enough speed sorta to get used to riding

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I think it’s a freeway bike for a few miles, then it gets sketchy lol. I definitely still enjoy jumping on and off the freeway.

Sup Charlie!

@@RidingWithGav hey I’m fixing to get a ninja 500- or a R3 in a few months or so do you have any gear brands you recamend

That’s exciting man. Best advice I can give is just go to your local shop (if you have one) and try on a bunch of different gear. I have a Shoei helmet I really love but my first was a Scorpion EVO, also a great helmet. Gloves is personal preference just get something with good palm and knuckle protection. I usually just wear jeans but riding pants wouldn’t be a bad idea either. And a jacket is up to you. I have two since it can get cold here in Nebraska. One for the summer and one for fall. Both have back, shoulder, and elbow protection. I made a video on my channel going over my gear but this is a quick breakdown 😎

I ride with mine on all the time to help with visibility, during the day especially. Too many times I hear ‘I couldn’t see you’ Well now you can see my bright ass lights shining at you lol.

​@@RidingWithGav Yeah I used to ride with a guy who said the same thing. Hated being in front of him getting blinded the whole time! 😂 What you were saying about social stigma, I get it all the time as a guy in my 30's rolling out on his 400. As a collector who owns 10 bikes at the moment, all sorts, bikes for nearly every occasion. While this one is labelled a "beginner" bike, if inexperienced people move on to bigger bikes and get over the novelty of extreme acceleration, it's a legit all rounder to come back to, settle on and enjoy forever. Just a good bike.

Thankfully I don’t group ride or really ever ride with others so I don’t feel bad for anyone 😅 trying to save my own life! I really think the social stigma thing is more of an ego related issue. People look down on the 400 class because it’s ’too slow’ and ‘will lose any race’. Any 400 rider has either heard it directly from someone else or got some dirty looks. But I completely agree, for the individuals that own this bike, we appreciate everything it offers. Much love man 😎🤙🏻

@@RidingWithGav I mean, they say all that, till you overtake them through the mountain roads 😅 If you're looking for some cheap upgrades to comfort/handling, throw a gsxr shock in the back and some cheap preload adjusters up front, for a very small amount of money, ya can't beat the result.