Kawasaki Z500 | The Best Beginner Bike You Won't Outgrow (in-depth review)

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Looking for a beginner bike? Like sporty naked motorcycles? Like Japanese reliability? Well look no further. The Kawasaki Z500 builds on the Ninja 400 and Z400 with a larger engine and updated features. Should you buy this over a Honda CB500F, Ninja 500, CFMOTO 450NK, KTM Duke 390, Yamaha MT-03, Rebel 300 or 500, or others? #motorcycle #motorbike #z500 #ninja500 #kawasaki #sportbike
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00:00 Intro
01:32 Models Prices
04:26 First Ride
07:13 Ergonomics
08:26 0-70-0 Tests
09:26 Specs
11:04 Tour & Features
16:02 Sport Ride
19:37 Maintenance
20:20 Competition
22:32 Q&A
26:46 Pros & Cons
29:20 Final Thoughts

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@BigRockMoto 22 дня назад

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@dwb468 22 дня назад

Ian, the Z500 is a great looking bike! With my 59th birthday approaching quickly, I would buy a small adventure bike. The ergonomics and commuter friendliness of the adventure bike is more practical for my style of riding. (Full disclosure, I've been riding my CRF300L Rally for the past 2+years, just want something with a little more power).

@mabecka 22 дня назад

Small ADV bike. Honda NX500. More versatile.

@inseasonandoutofseason 21 день назад

Been wanting the kawa klx 300 sm or something close in this size. The price is nearly the same as the z 500, which is bonkers. You get more for the $ with z 500. I haven't decided but im looking something small & lighter....yet NOT grom small. I have to be able to "pop" onto the interstate for a few exits in my city for example. I'm pretty sure, after watching this in-depth review that I will be happier in the long run with the z 500.

@inseasonandoutofseason 21 день назад

@@dwb468 right, exactly

@inseasonandoutofseason 21 день назад

@@mabecka oh God no. talk about a putter

@cameronburch3532 22 дня назад

If Kawi would just put this engine in a Versys model... Are you listening, Kawasaki? I'd buy one today!

@chrishart8548 22 дня назад

At least make a versys 400. I think a 500 will just end up like a cb500x. I would actually prefer the cb400x but I think only Japan gets that model.

@cameronburch3532 22 дня назад

@@chrishart8548 I'm hoping that they will feel some pressure from the CF Moto 450 MT/Ibex.

@donzimmerman5829 22 дня назад

Two for us!

@bluefrog8670 22 дня назад

Be careful what you wish for! When Kawi disco'd the KLR, I asked them to bring it back. When they did in 22, I told them to make it in green and I'd buy one. I am now the proud owner of a green 23 KLR. 💚

@juliusjacob1416 22 дня назад

Yeah Kawa has so many options for easy growth: a versys 500 would sell like crazy. Especially if they would also make a lightweight offroad model. Also if they would just update their 650 engine for once because it is getting really far behind in the midsection class of bikes.

@Juergen732 22 дня назад

I bought an outgoing 2023 z400. I'm 70 years old, pretty much a "noobie" in the parlance of the motorcycle world, and the deciding factor for me is the weight of the bike, the lighter the better.

@ronlysons6750 18 дней назад

Same here. I'm 70 years old and for me the Z500 is as big and as heavy as I would want to go.

@deep3805 22 дня назад

I would buy a Suzuki SV650. Great engine that doesn't sound like a lawn mower,. It's been around forever with lots of aftermarket accessories available.

@foldohack5687 22 дня назад

Difference in cost between the two is a factor

@Cobbbler 22 дня назад

I know it's kind of a different conversation, but whenever I see these new bikes...I mean, they look cool, but I can't help but be extremely happy with my used V-Strom 650, bought for $2.5K.

@renantedavid6063 22 дня назад

TSK,,, I WOULD DEFINITELY BUY THAT IF I COULD BUT THE STANDARD VERSION,,, LOTS OF AFTERMARKET ACCESSORIES AVAILABLE IN THE PHILIPPINES AT CHEAPER PRICE,,, TSK😂😂😂

@leanit5756 22 дня назад

Suspension is shit though. I owned one and it was great other than that.

@CptSlow89 22 дня назад

Agree, I had EX500 as a first bike.

@toddsorel-pg4hr 22 дня назад

Have you ever noticed that the “naked” bikes these days actually have more plastic covers than the “sport” bike versions? This one really has that covered, just like the Tuono.

@wesbell3628 22 дня назад

Had a Ninja 300 used it like a baby sports tourer, rode it all over the US. Loved that bike. I can only imagine this one is that much better. The Honda isn’t as fun the way the motor just doesn’t rev out. KTM and CFMoto haven’t risen to the reliability level for serious consideration for me. But excellent point on the Versys 300, had that bike too but would buy a 400 or 500 version in a heartbeat.

@morris759 22 дня назад

I rode the nk450 with very low expectations. I was so surprised in a good way it totally changed my perspective. I would recommend it

@advredbikes 21 день назад

Nice to see you doing a smaller bike and thanks very much for the review. My wife is thinking of bumping up from a 300 to a 500 thanks man.

@ggs0605 22 дня назад

Another great and thorough review! Thank you!

@BigRockMoto 21 день назад

My pleasure!

@noidreculse8906 22 дня назад

Ian, you should Trademark your enthusiastic giggles and laughter sounds. They set you apart 😎🤙🏻

@leeinwis 13 дней назад

Zack @ Revzilla ?

@brandonl5343 22 дня назад

Love your videos. I just picked up a new Ninja 500 and seriously looked at the Z500. I liked the fairings and extra wind protection from the Ninja. It’s a complete joy to ride and I’m quite pleased. It’s not going to replace my Africa Twin for long trips, but it’s just a fun and economical bike to make me feel young again.

@dantimber 21 день назад

Do you notice vibration?

@YNOTRC 22 дня назад

Nice bike I thought that was you zipping bye. Love the vids brother ✨

@logancoffey93 20 дней назад

Best motorcycle reviews on youtube

@crashoverride299 20 дней назад

I purchased a z500 SE last week and I love it

@leeinwis 13 дней назад

It's too powerful for you.

@fireice1997 22 дня назад

So I personally own a Cfmoto 450ss (my 23rd bike) and work at a cycle gear so I’ve seen and rode the ninja 500. Hands down the Cfmoto is better in my opinion. The engine has so much character and looks really good. Also the features beat the ninja by far. Example: turn by turn navigation on the dash, music operation from the button on the clip on, gps tracking on the app through movement notifications. The braking is also better with the brembo brake. Im not trying to put the ninja 500 down but it’s almost as uninteresting as the cbr500 when it comes to the engine. Now working in my shop the ninja 400 is still king. Almost all new rider are hunting for a ninja 400 for a good deal. I do tell them the Cfmoto is a bike you can “grow with” not “into”. What do I mean, it’s a good bike that you can start on and then as you grow as a rider and maybe take some classes and become a better rider, you’ll see how capable the 450 really is. However it does have a skill cap. Once you get really good and take it to the track and you’ll see the limitations. However for everyday use on the street you’ll have a blast. Thanks for reading my comment and ride safe people🤙🏼

@BigRockMoto 21 день назад

The cf moto is also my favorite in this segment.

@pitchwife7573 22 дня назад

would have to be the honda CB500F from the choices given :) looking forward to your himalayan 450 review

@onebikerbd.1020 9 дней назад

Best review for z500 on RU-vid.

@BigRockMoto 6 дней назад

Thanks

@chasingtrail 22 дня назад

28:20 lol, thanks for the review!

@davidphillips7255 22 дня назад

When I wanted a bike like this I chose the CB500F. It's not a huge bike but it does have more room than the others. This matters if you are six-four like myself. Also I liked the midrange motor of the Honda. It was a small bike that rode more like a big one.

@SirOsisofLiver 22 дня назад

I've been riding since the '80s. Bought a leftover 390 Duke in 2018 with the intention of only keeping it one summer. I ended up keeping it 5 years. It was just so tossable and entertaining. Certainly no rocket sled, but quick enough for me. It even ended up being dead reliable. Were I to get a small bike again, I'd lean towards the little Duke or the Svartpilen. I'd at least consider the Kawasaki though.

@GLHS592 21 день назад

When I squint my eyes, I see a Versys-x 500. I would trade my Versys-x 300 for one today.

@blackbuttecruizr 22 дня назад

I'd go for the Ninja 500. I like the looks and the extra wind protection. Plus, that Ninja name has some serious cache'

@PiddyS-fk2pp 21 день назад

I gave some solid consideration to getting a CB500X, as I was returning to motorcyclng. The 500s are attractive. But the simple truth is that where I live, everything on the freeway is going 80MPH. And I didn't feel comfortable on the 500s running at those speeds, and having the power to be able to just "get out of the way". I had a Hawk GT back in the day, a bike not known for its power. Commuted daily in Southern California, toured it throughout the southwest. But that was 55MPH speed limit days, it was also pre-Covid. Covid unleashed a lot of drivers, and I simply don't want on a machine that's near tapped out in those conditions. So, I got a 700 instead of a 500.

@danielbesco1722 22 дня назад

Think I'd still get a used SV650. Less tech, just more. But the z500 does seem pretty nice.

@beborodner930 22 дня назад

Of the competition you mentioned.. I'd probably go with the Kawasaki but only if it was green. It's a cool bike. I got to sit on one and, it's got great ergos for a sport/comfort kind of vibe.

@flexywing 22 дня назад

CF450 MT for me, a true all rounder

@dantimber 22 дня назад

I like the Ninja 500 because it's virtually the same as the Z500 but with the wind coverage.

@denislejeune9218 22 дня назад

100% agreed. I've done the big bike thing too, and I guess when you start you're bound to want the big guns. But yep, once you've scratched the itch, the 500cc are pure delight and fun and I'm looking for one now, because it's so orgasmic to open the throttle wide all the time and be at legalish speeds. I would not have a 500cc as an only bike, but as a second or third, it's the dog's bollocks. I have the RT1250 and Scrambler 900, looking for either the SR450 or RS457. Why not the CBR500R or the Ninja 500? Because their engines feel and sound to me less 'noble' and gratifying than the other two mentioned.

@user-ux6rh8ss3u 22 дня назад

Good review! I recently purchased a Himalayan 450. I agree 450 is good size motor. I'm not rich, so price is important. In Australia both are 9k which makes them very accessible.

@BigRockMoto 21 день назад

Thanks for sharing

@stevelee6667 4 дня назад

2nd time watching this one......good job

@BigRockMoto 3 дня назад

Awesome! Thank you!

@alinamalfet6336 10 дней назад

That laugh 🤯 kill the whole thing for me

@charmingmander331 22 дня назад

I’m on my 4th bike since I started riding early last year. Went from a KLR650 to a V-Star 1100, KLX300 and now a Tracer 900 GT. All used minus the KLR which was new. I hate to push used machines, but if you can find unmolested low mileage bikes near you I feel like it really opens up options budget wise. A friend of mine picked up an FZ6 with only 8.5k on it for $4000 in near perfect condition. A bike he will never outgrow. You can’t even touch that price with a new bike unfortunately.

@windywater5941 22 дня назад

What do you think about a KLR650 being a daily driver?

@travisphelps7922 21 день назад

I would go with the CF Moto 450Nk, the 270° crank with that v twin sound and the tech for the price, can't beat it. 👍

@juliusjacob1416 22 дня назад

Owned a Ninja 400 for a year. Most fun bike I ever had. Was all black, put on carbon bits/black windshield/a Leovince slip on and it looked bad ass. So many people thought it was a 1000cc ninja. The engine is super fun and you just want smash through the gears on every road lol. I honestly had more fun with the little ninja than the 675 street triple I owned after it.

@judge831 22 дня назад

Why was it more fun that the 675?

@juliusjacob1416 21 день назад

@@judge831 the engine was more playful. it really came to live after a certain rmp range. the 675 is a lot more powerful obviously. but its power delivery is extremely even throughout the rev range. the suspension and front end feel is also way better on the triumph (and it instantly made me such a better rider), but the cheap suspension combined with its light weight and fun engine made the 400 just a blast to rev out

@DiveTrainerDan 22 дня назад

I am looking forward to the new 2024 Husqvarna 401, full adjustable suspension and larger gas tank. And yes I would totally be interested in a Versys 500x. I am also waiting for the new Honda Hornet 750 to come to the US too.

@d.d.7287 21 день назад

Great review as usual. To answer your question, of the four bikes you mentioned I'd lean toward the z500. I prefer to stick with japanese reliability over the KTM and I dont think I'd ever buy a chinese bike of any kind. Between the Kawi and the Honda, I lean toward the Kawi because of price, brand loyalty and I like that the Kawi revs out a bit higher. Speaking of reving out, I was pleasantly suprised to see the redline at 11k. There was a lot of talk about how the added displacement of the new 451 engine was going to mean lower revs, which I thought was kind of a bummer. But sacrificing only 1k rpm from the redline for 50cc's doesnt seem like a terrible compromise. I think the big question now, is what does this new engine do to Kawasaki's 650 bikes? Do they bump those up to a 750? Also, why doesn't Kawasaki feel the need to offer a middle weight adv bike? Do they really expect people who get started on a VersysX to want to graduate to a KLR?

@njiska 22 дня назад

From the option you give, probably the Duke. I'll admit I have bias as I'm already an 890 Adv R owner, but something about the Duke platform feels special. Even the 390 feels less pedestrian than the Kawi or MT-03. It's also nicely equipped for tech.

@anthonycoffey6565 22 дня назад

As a bigger guy looking to upgrade from my Vulcan S 650 I think the Z900 SE is going to be my next bike. I just love the classic 4 cylinder sound, unfortunately there's fewer & fewer these days.

@BigRockMoto 21 день назад

Z900, amazing bike

@WandelLander 22 дня назад

I'd get the previous gen Husqvarna Svartpilen 401. Test rode one last year, the KTM single is delightful and the Swedish styling is the cherry on top. Not a huge fan of this year's redesign though. Still prefer it over the Duke, but it's a bit watered down.

@boriskhavronin 7 дней назад

My old CB500X had the same issue with footpegs / exhaust. Interesting. It's definitely annoying in that it's pretty testable and fixable. To the first question, I have had such a good experience with the Honda 500, that it's hard not to give that the nod. That said, I think this is probably a more exciting engine. Ton of fun can be had on any of them.

@l.p.7359 22 дня назад

Given the options, I'd get the Ninja 500. It's a familiar platform and it's a workhorse. Not quite a bulletproof bike, but it's close enough.

@theinchanmoe6239 22 дня назад

Hello Big Rock Moto: Looking for your review of kawasai versys 650. Especially help us compare NX 500 Honda.

@chrissunde1104 22 дня назад

Aprilia 457 for me.

@leeinwis 22 дня назад

Communist supporter spotted .

@leanit5756 22 дня назад

Waiting for your review on a 24 Duke 390

@fiucik1 22 дня назад

I'm a beginner, but I've already outgrown this bike, being 6'3" there's no way I can sit comfortable on this...

@josephsalazar7170 7 дней назад

What do you wish you would have gotten instead ? 😢

@fiucik1 6 дней назад

@@josephsalazar7170 Triumh Bonneville

@richardwalker4518 20 дней назад

They used to have a KLE 500, which was an adventurised version of the old ER5 commuter. Something like that based on this platform would fantastic, but please give it wire wheels and a huge fuel tank!

@djm6900 22 дня назад

I don't really see what Kawi is going for here. Is there a reason to take the Z500 over the CB500F? The Honda gives you dual disks up front, a longer wheelbase, and 120/160 tires to the Kawi's 110/150. And the Honda has Showa SFFBP upside down forks and the eternal 471 P-twin that will never die.

@exothermal.sprocket 22 дня назад

I've been around motorcycle media for a couple decades. I wish I could cancel certain terminology out of the system: Dash/dashboard: these are found on old cars (hunk of metal that kills occupants in a wreck; hunk of plastic that crumples in modern vehicles) not motorcycles. This is called an "instrument display" on motorcycles. Even the airbag-equipped Goldwing doesn't have a dash/dashboard. Beginner bike: while there are low-cost, user friendly motorcycles, there's no beginner bikes. This category doesn't exist in manufacturers sales publications and catalogues, and never has. I appreciate the channel, I know you work hard at making quality content as it is your occupation.

@unknownps 22 дня назад

Manufacturers might not but goverments do.. A1 A2, LAMS etc

@exothermal.sprocket 22 дня назад

@@unknownps That's not the same terminology. Not sure what you're talking about. "Learner" isn't spelled "beginner bike".

@spacezombe 22 дня назад

I wish you would have touched on the rider connect that they offered on this bike as well, incase I missed it I apologize. I feel the versey's 500 is coming, they didn't even bother to give that bike another color option this year just the same one from last year....

@bobbyjoesugar 22 дня назад

I love the z500 because I able to buy a new 2022 z400 for less than MSRP OTD 😁

@KentwoodWarrior 22 дня назад

Did you sell the klx?

@charliequach6399 13 дней назад

Great review. I've got a Z900 for commuting, but sometimes I wish I could have a smaller bike for easier filtering in the traffic. Oh, and next time when someone says your small bike, it's a 'girl bike'. Ask them this: Do you know the military motorcycles in WW2 only had 20 - 30 hp? Would you call them girl motorcycles too? 😂

@dawudgt 5 дней назад

Please review the Versys X 300

@zivanovic018 21 день назад

6:15 What do those vibrations mean that appear at a certain speed or engine RPM? For example, on a Honda CB500X, those unpleasant vibrations can be felt when reaching a speed of around 100 km/h or at about 5000 RPM. But when you go past that speed, they disappear.

@leeinwis 13 дней назад

Plus they tend to mellow as a bike breaks in .

@lifesjourneyat50 22 дня назад

Thank you OVERLORD of all things DIGITAL.....haha!!!!.......you're to big for that bike/vacuum cleaner (HA)...although the Kawasaki Z900RS SE in Yellow is pretty sweet!!!

@On2wheels94 21 день назад

Triumph scrambler 400x review coming anytime soon?

@SWTrailsAndWheels 22 дня назад

I would buy a Yamaha MT-03 due to better chassis.

@BishBosh2010 22 дня назад

The Kwaka looks good, goes Ok but I couldn't decide on it without a ride. I'd definitely avoid the unreliable KTM 390 unless you like visiting a dealer every week!

@GhettoSuguru 22 дня назад

You should compare the mt 03 with this

@RadDadisRad 22 дня назад

Z400 is a heck of a deal

@chrishart8548 22 дня назад

It's so small though it looks like a 125

@gabrielkopp2036 22 дня назад

I have to agree. Kawasaki shoul put that engine in the versys as the the versys 300 has absolutely 0 torque and and no low to mid range power for an adv bike. Thats the very reason i never bought one. Also Kawasaki needs to put the versys 650 engine in the klr650 and sales would skyrocket

@FryTheHobo 21 день назад

I have that same hat!!!!

@EagerMartialArts-cl7vd 22 дня назад

I’d like if they made a retro 500. Or a versys 400.

@johnd9031 21 день назад

Z500 for comfort, Ninja 500 for looks

@eraserone1 21 день назад

the 450nk all day

@NMdesertracer 22 дня назад

I traded my 19' yami R1 to my son for his 18' Kawi Z125! Sure you can do 105mph in first gear on the R1 but doing 50MPH on the z125 feels like 105mph..

@AT2021Rocker 22 дня назад

Standard forks ruin it for me. But fun sized bike!

@stevelee6667 22 дня назад

Great review. i would go with the honda cb500f personally, but this would be the 2nd choice. More Street Bike reviews!

@BigRockMoto 22 дня назад

Noted!

@deltaskyhawk 22 дня назад

All these bikes, like cars, are starting to look the same! "angry vacuum cleaner" --lol

@thenotorious135 10 дней назад

I just got this bike and I love it, but for me it feels like the shift indicator flashes really quickly. It also feels like the bike wants to be in sixth gear by the time I hit 50 mph. I am a new rider and don't really know how you can get to 60 in 3rd gear

@BigRockMoto 6 дней назад

I use the entire rev range

@PinKeeDJ 21 день назад

Why don't you mention one of the biggest pros of this bike which is its beautiful esthetics, it looks really great - nimble and aggressive at the same time. I used to own an ER6n, now changed it to Z800 but I miss the swiftness of ER.

@ahppa 22 дня назад

I swear I can only hear the angriest cow. Guessing its the induction, but I just have a steer getting progressively angrier in my ears

@dstubby82 23 часа назад

1:25 I'd still buy an XT250. 😁

@heinstein26 21 день назад

C'mon Ean. Time to Jump on the Hype Train. Please Review the Himalayan 450. 👍🏻

@leeinwis 13 дней назад

Not even available in the US yet..

@WalkinOSF 22 дня назад

Would be Honda CB300R for me.

@yahoodlums 22 дня назад

My money would go on a 390 Duke or if budget permits, the new Husqvarna Svartpilen 401. So much more bike for the money than the Z500. The Kawasaki design looks really dated to me and light years behind the two bikes I just mentioned. Non USD forks and that ugly headlight, the whole thing looks cheap.

@KLRappreciator 22 дня назад

Honda cb500

@chaitanyashervegar8234 21 день назад

Sir when does Himalayan -450 will be launched in Usa market as it has launched in India 6 months back.Please let me know.

@BigRockMoto 21 день назад

They are saying summer or fall. We really want it but it's a long wait

@chaitanyashervegar8234 21 день назад

@@BigRockMoto Sir in India it's beautiful bike to have for so long time as it has powerful and refined engine suspension is awesome as i had seen reaction from you tuber .As i had not taken test ride I am also planning to have one.Or I am planning for Honda Nx 500 or ktm -390, Vstrom 800 as vstrom -650 is no more sold in Indian market instead they are selling - vstrom-800.Sir as I always see your video you explain in very simple way about bike performance. I really like the way you explain entirely bike performance. You don't miss any point.Once it is launched in Usa I want see your reaction video about Himalayan -450 it will be coming soon.

@chaitanyashervegar8234 21 день назад

Sir which is best bike helmet for long tour as it has to be waterproof so water could not pass through visors in rainy season.As it rains heavy in monsoon season As it has started in India as I stay in Mumbai it may come in few days.And good protection.Please recommend me the riding adventure biking shoes should be waterproof in monsoon.

@martythompson6509 22 дня назад

To me, it's all about timing......... The crank timing on this produces a sound only rivalled by a wet fart. Like Kawasaki can't re time it.... 270 or even 360 done right.

@rlpatton1970 22 дня назад

This or Honda and for reliability

@judge831 22 дня назад

Z500 vs Z650 video?

@trd4d 22 дня назад

If I was riding solo, I would consider the bike as tested.

@mikemerrill175 22 дня назад

Given the choices, I’d buy the fully faired Ninja 500. The reasons being: A 390 is too small (IMO) to be a versatile adventure bike while also being a potentially high strung Austrian race bike. The Honda and your test bike while both great looking bikes, are standards with upright seating and minimal wind protection. Great for short jaunts and around town. My choice, the Ninja on the other hand, while having a minimal windshield is more aerodynamic, sits you farther forward so you would survive the freeway wind blast better, and lastly would be the best of the lot as a beginner track bike. It would be excellent for canyon carving, champ school, or track days at willow. The latter two being the safest and best way to learn to ride safely at speed. For most, the 500 would be all you really need to get off to a great start.

@BigRockMoto 22 дня назад

great points!

@cameronburch3532 22 дня назад

I had a Ninja 400 and loved it until I went on a couple longer rides and it killed my neck (I'm 42 though, so...) Traded the Ninja for a KTM 390 ADV, and it wasn't as fast or smooth as the Ninja, but it was great for commuting and camping. After a 900 mile 4 day camping trip I knew I wanted something bigger. The 390 just didn't have the power to cruise comfortably on the freeway when loaded down with gear. Now I'm on the CF Moto Ibex 800 and it's perfect, albeit heavy when riding slow offroad. I'd trade it in for a Versys if they put this engine in it.

@dantimber 22 дня назад

There is an optional taller windscreen for the Ninja 500.

@blinnbh 22 дня назад

The Z500 because the Kawasaki dealership is only 1.5 hours away instead of 7 hours away for other dealerships.

@rd4k04 22 дня назад

Those red wheels are gaudy

@BigRockMoto 21 день назад

Yep

@gunarslodzins 22 дня назад

For me it would be a hard decision between Kawasaki Z500 and Honda CB500. I do not like how KTM looks. CF moto is trash imo.

@johnnyblue4799 22 дня назад

When I see conventional forks I instantly reject that bike. So from your selection I'd probably take the KTM... if I'd be forced to choose from these only. Otherwise either 600 sport from Kawi, or Honda look like a much better option, to me.

@ehiggins7476 22 дня назад

Are your skills at that level where you'd get all the performance a conventional fork can give you? Or you just like the way inverted forks look?

@johnnyblue4799 22 дня назад

@@ehiggins7476 I'm not the best, not the worst. I used to be towards the top of the intermediate group in my track days times. Let's say I never rode a bike, in the Z500 class and with conventional forks, that handled well. To keep the price down, the suspension is one of the first components to be 'sacrificed'. They probably can't be adjusted in any way on the Z500, but I might be wrong. I didn't check. And it's more unsprung mass also compared to upside-down forks. And yeah, it does look better. :) But usually the upside-down are of better quality imo.

@fynn8252 22 дня назад

Agreed. Adjustable suspension is important when you want a safe and comfortable ride at higher speeds. Looks like this one only has a preload collar 10:40

@CptSlow89 22 дня назад

Is it better than SV650?

@BigRockMoto 21 день назад

@keltonjohnson6197 22 дня назад

Just wanted to pitch in that I am not sure that your statement about insurance between the Ninja 500 and z500 is correct. For me, it’s completely wrong, at least with Progressive. I can get full coverage on a Ninja 500 for about $250 per year while a z500 is almost $500 per year, which is more expensive than insuring a Ninja 650 for me. The reason? Who knows, but the logic that fairings equal more expensive insurance does not appear to be true, at least not with Progressive insurance.

@BigRockMoto 21 день назад

Thanks for sharing

@chrishart8548 22 дня назад

Better be cheap, normal way up forks. More like a 450 than a 500. And a single front disk.

@morkzorckerborg5000 22 дня назад

klx 500 sm plz lol

@sergebinder9363 22 дня назад

Honda first , 2e kawa

@johnmarkouofficial2115 22 дня назад

❤❤❤❤

@Poise716 20 дней назад

Sucks not getting proximity key

@leeinwis 13 дней назад

huwhat ?

@Poise716 13 дней назад

@@leeinwis what’s confusing? Z doesn’t get proximity key. Go look at the ninja 500.

@gladiusthrax4941 22 дня назад

To answer your question, Ian - I would probably get the Duke. In my opinion, bikes with less power and less weight should be cheerful, fun, silly and maybe even a bit childish, definitely bright. The new Duke 390 fits the bill. The Z500 with the red accents is not too bad either. Hondas always give me the wrong vibe. To me they look like bikes designed by accountants and lawyers, too sensible, serious and politically correct. I am not a fan of sports bikes and I am not sold on CF Moto.

@G3A3 22 дня назад

i like the kwaka, but i really like the look of that 450NK😃

@sercio994 22 дня назад

Honestly, none of them Ian... SV650 is still the best in class

@jchapman4494 21 день назад

I chose the CFMOTO 450SR-S. The looks, stock underslung exhaust and meaty tone, smooth engine, adjustable forks, single sided swing arm, brembos, switchable traction control.... Whilst the Ninja is good, it sounds like a learner bike. If any of the big 4 had made the 450 that CFMOTO has, they would of dominated this class.

@chrissunde1104 22 дня назад

Aprilia 457 offers much better suspension, similar power for not much more $.

@leeinwis 22 дня назад

Junk

@stevelee6667 22 дня назад

Triumph speed 400?