I've put 4000 miles on my ZX-4RR in the past year. My other two bikes are torquey Italian V-twins. This is the most fun bike that I've ever ridden - even when I'm filtering up the Cromwell Road. A light, agile, surprisingly excellent town bike - and brilliant out in the open. Smooth, comfortable (I'm 6'3" too) and with a glorious soundtrack. Two of my friends who rode mine each bought one straight after.
About 500mi per month on mine. At 6' and 190lbs.. I love this bike. So much fun to spin it up on the back winding highways. Still haven't touched anything from stock... but I've got a list of things to do to it come spring time.
@ I'm surprised how well my 4rr does with MPG. About 48 through city traffic / lights.. and basically 10mph higher (57-58) when doing 55mph highway twisties.
There's one of these little new ninja 400s in Southern California running around with 100 horsepower Dyno proven. It's so fun to watch it on the track. It's an absolute screamer.
My only bike is a 1990 FZR400. I have done ~40k back road miles over the last 20 years. If I needed to buy a new bike the ZX4RR KRT is top of the list.
Mmm i had my versys 650 and it was such an upgrade over my prior bike that i basically said its the perfect 1 bike setup, does everything and i wont get rid of it! But you see, then i wanted TWO bikes… and well… the next bike was pretty similar and i can’t be having two similar bikes 🙄 sooo out with the versys! However when i say i will NEVER sell the klx300 i mean that. The offroad capability, lightweightness and easy to learn drivability of it…its something i want forever. Capable of being handed down to a future kido and get them into motorcycles 😁👍
As an (old school) motorcycling philosophy, anyone who would sell a GS before a screaming 400, has my vote. There are too many middleclass and middleaged youtubers spouting ignorance, and I'm in my 50s. I like this refreshing chap a lot! Also, he only said '100%' once......a rarity in 2025!
When you get older and made your way through dozens of bikes that you swore you'd keep forever you begin to understand there's no such thing as a 'forever bike'... ...until the next one 😅
For a 400 it's surprisingly well powered, at 76bhp it's close to a lot of 650s. But only having had it for ten months and fewer miles than I do in two months I don't think you can yet claim you'll never sell it, it's very early days!
@@cunningpunt Ok 650s then which is what I meant 😂 There are only a couple of 120bhp 600s around (600RR and 6R) and I obviously wasn't referring to them.
Great to see Lewis on the channel, great guy with great knowledge & as you say - an older head on younger shoulders. Look forward to seeing/reading some more content from Lewis!
Good review young fella. The Kwack is certainly a rare little beast in a world of bikes rapidly becoming bland. And you won’t need to worry about long term reliability and quality V something like the Aprilia.
NC42 rider checking in.... inline 400s are the size to become a fast rider without completely risking it. Makes the right sounds, feels about right, but still not going at breakneck speeds. Dare I say more fun than my GSXR.
I got my 2024 ZX4R back in March last year too, with it being my first bike. I don't ever plan on selling it. And I also put around 1800 miles on it. Really good commuter and with the price point, I'd only recommend it if you know you will keep the bike for the next decade or two. Which is what I plan on doing. Many people wishes they shouldn't have sold their beginner bike and that alone convinced me I will never sell my beloved ZX4R. If im going to upgrade in the future, I will keep my ZX4R on top of a new 600cc bike. This is just my opinion and experience, it can be different for everyone.
Same story for me. im 42 years old, got into motorcycling in the mid 2000. i have a S1000R, a Tuono V4RR, K7 gsxr 750 track bike and a 90's GSXR 250. but when i saw the ZX4RR i thought, i really ant to try one. then they announced the 40 year aniversary, i was sold, i had to have it. so i did :-D great little bike. both for tooting around and hooning. and compared to the big bikes, you CAN open it up wide. the big bikes need 3. gear before they stop wheeling at full blast.
That is a super nice bike. I purchased a new R1200S back in 2005 and said the same thing…. 20 years later I still have and ride it as often as my other bikes allow! A keeper is a keeper for sure 😅
I wish more manufacturers experimented with unconventional designs and configurations like Kawasaki does. I'm so happy they actually decided to produce this.
I upgraded from a Ninja 400 to a 2020 ZX-6R when I turned 24 in June 2023 and I love it, but I was very tempted to wait for these to arrive in the UK but I simply couldn't wait. Looks like a fantastic bike though, the best of both worlds!
I came back from a 15 year break off riding for this bike. It's the only thing in the last while that truly excited me. Everything else has a competitor of some kind. This does not, I think. And mine is extra, extra sweet now. I have Andreani fully adjustable front end and a Brembo RCS-CC 17 on mine. The sharpness mentioned, its like its medical grade now. Also, my insurance counts the RR and the regular, 2-cyl 400 as the same bike, so it costs almost NOTHING to insure. The zx6r means insane insurance premiums here. ...if you bother with that kind of thing.
there is a Honda CB500 4-cylinder coming out next year (official announcement in autumn `24), with a brand new engine, and previously this model was only available in Japan (with a sprinkling over Australia) as a CB400SF and this time it will be a global release. Many people here in Japan are waiting for this bike.
I have the 2023 RR and I new. I still love riding it. This bike is just fun. I can enjoy it on longer rides and B roads. Especially if you combine the two. I can open it up on the interstate and watch cars try to catch up with me. When they get close, I just nail it and I'm gone. I've got about 6k on it now. The rear tire did get flat in the middle. I put some Michelin Road 5's on the front and back. They made it handle better.
I'm probably the same age as Lewis. I know what you mean about the 90s 250 two strokes and 400 fours. They're a little before my time, but there's something so cool about them.
My favorite modern sportbike honestly. Really hope to see more Japanese manufacturers follow the retro model. I do wish it came out of the box with a bit more power tho.
These 400's are hard to beat as a fun bit of kit, I refurbished my CBR400RR two years ago and did another 5000Km in the 1st year, put some decent rubber on and upgrade the brake lines, no ABS or TC and your good to go.
I have the 2024 watered down version and its a fantastic fun sportbike but it needs the flash for the extra 20 hp the rest of the world gets. Bike is very comfy with pretty relaxed ergos for a sportbike, you ride it like a 125 two stroke and it can keep up with bigger bikes in the twisties😎
Lewis has bought an iconic bike that's a Classic from day 1. That ain't depreciating fast. As soon as more Riders save up for one the demand is gonna increase. I had a 1991 Honda CBR400RR, and modern twins aren't a patch on it's performance. My current bike is 178kg ,178bhp, 178mph and 0-60mph of 2.7s, so don't try sell me anything "new". And don't cry when I recommend an older inline 4 600cc under £3k over an £8k 660 twin with 30% less power. You'll get more respect riding the older bike.
The best part of modern motorcycling is older bikes. So much garbage electronics and BS on new bikes pushing prices and insurance through the roof. The fact that Kawasaki did a new inline 4 cylinder bike that is quite affordable speaks volumes.
I love it but if I was buying a new bike it would be something with a big engine, it’s just down to wanting maximum return for your investment, and a big bike is far more useful. And yes I own 400’s and two strokes so I do get this guys point of view, but when my local dealer is doing the 24 Z900 for £7999 the 400 doesn’t seem such good value.
Nice looking motorcycle. I would also go with this color scheme and not kinda Jonathan Rea sbk thematic. This blue-white-green is timeless , nostalgic, classic.... and as you I do like my gixxer 1000 08'
This happens to be my first bike😊. It was this or cbr650r. Can somebody who rode both these give me their opinion if its worth switching the zx4rr for a 650r?
Mike's iron law of street bike fun states HP x 2 = X mph. If you regularly reach or exceed X then you are having fun. If you are less than X then you are not having fun. By definition powerful street bikes are not fun, I have owned them so I'm not talking out of my rear end.
It's such a powerless bike that i would suggest avoiding to buy that at all cost. New rider: do not fool yourself and buy a toy like this. You will soon end up trading it for proper bike anyways. That bloke saying that the bike is so much fun. Is he a comedian? LOL 😂
"I’ve noticed that the person has a really strong accent, to the point where it’s almost impossible to focus on what they’re actually trying to say. The content might be great, but the delivery makes it really difficult to follow. I wish they either used better microphones or at least slowed down their speech a bit to make it easier to understand. Am I the only one who feels this way, or do others struggle with it too?"
Super fours need to comeback, they're just so much fun
Bring back 50hp, 19,000 rpm 2 stroke 250s. I'd take that over a liter bike or 600 all day every day. 350 lb ginsu knives.
I had an '90's 400RR with the close ratio box & flat side carbs. I just had to race it !! What a bike !! Would love one again.
I've put 4000 miles on my ZX-4RR in the past year. My other two bikes are torquey Italian V-twins. This is the most fun bike that I've ever ridden - even when I'm filtering up the Cromwell Road. A light, agile, surprisingly excellent town bike - and brilliant out in the open. Smooth, comfortable (I'm 6'3" too) and with a glorious soundtrack. Two of my friends who rode mine each bought one straight after.
About 500mi per month on mine. At 6' and 190lbs.. I love this bike. So much fun to spin it up on the back winding highways. Still haven't touched anything from stock... but I've got a list of things to do to it come spring time.
I had a ZX6R J2 for 3 months last year and put 3k miles on it. It returned excellent mpg and more comfortable than a CBR6.
@ I'm surprised how well my 4rr does with MPG. About 48 through city traffic / lights.. and basically 10mph higher (57-58) when doing 55mph highway twisties.
There's one of these little new ninja 400s in Southern California running around with 100 horsepower Dyno proven. It's so fun to watch it on the track. It's an absolute screamer.
My only bike is a 1990 FZR400. I have done ~40k back road miles over the last 20 years. If I needed to buy a new bike the ZX4RR KRT is top of the list.
When people say never, it's pretty sure the bike will be sold within 12-24 months...
I disagree, I was on track to keep my sv forever. Well until someone hit me 😐
Mmm i had my versys 650 and it was such an upgrade over my prior bike that i basically said its the perfect 1 bike setup, does everything and i wont get rid of it! But you see, then i wanted TWO bikes… and well… the next bike was pretty similar and i can’t be having two similar bikes 🙄 sooo out with the versys! However when i say i will NEVER sell the klx300 i mean that. The offroad capability, lightweightness and easy to learn drivability of it…its something i want forever. Capable of being handed down to a future kido and get them into motorcycles 😁👍
I was going to keep my first gen ER6 forever until a twunt in a Saab changed my plans for me
I mean he can never sell it and still have other bikes, so disagree.
So so so many bikes
As an (old school) motorcycling philosophy, anyone who would sell a GS before a screaming 400, has my vote. There are too many middleclass and middleaged youtubers spouting ignorance, and I'm in my 50s. I like this refreshing chap a lot! Also, he only said '100%' once......a rarity in 2025!
That Lucky Strike RGV250 is a forever bike.....
Pepsie RGV250
@ You are correct! I always think Lucky Strike and KS when I think of RG’s. BTW, they are worth a small fortune in North America.
When you get older and made your way through dozens of bikes that you swore you'd keep forever you begin to understand there's no such thing as a 'forever bike'...
...until the next one 😅
..that's why I kept 2 of them dating back to 2018, and adding a 3rd in early 2025
I've owned an FMX650 since 2006
For a 400 it's surprisingly well powered, at 76bhp it's close to a lot of 650s. But only having had it for ten months and fewer miles than I do in two months I don't think you can yet claim you'll never sell it, it's very early days!
Mate, most modern 600s have ~120hp. It's closer to 650cc bikes........that said if one comes up at a good price I'm getting one.
@@cunningpunt Ok 650s then you pedant 😂
@@cunningpunt Ok 650s then which is what I meant 😂 There are only a couple of 120bhp 600s around (600RR and 6R) and I obviously wasn't referring to them.
Ok, I'm ordering one tomorrow - thanks Lewis!
Great to see Lewis on the channel, great guy with great knowledge & as you say - an older head on younger shoulders. Look forward to seeing/reading some more content from Lewis!
Thank you Richard. 🙏🏻
Good review young fella. The Kwack is certainly a rare little beast in a world of bikes rapidly becoming bland. And you won’t need to worry about long term reliability and quality V something like the Aprilia.
It's had multiple recalls but yeah...I'd still buy one.
Looks stunning in those colours
NC42 rider checking in.... inline 400s are the size to become a fast rider without completely risking it. Makes the right sounds, feels about right, but still not going at breakneck speeds. Dare I say more fun than my GSXR.
I am having Royal enfield bullet 2009 and
Still love to ride it like the first day I bought.
I got my 2024 ZX4R back in March last year too, with it being my first bike. I don't ever plan on selling it. And I also put around 1800 miles on it. Really good commuter and with the price point, I'd only recommend it if you know you will keep the bike for the next decade or two. Which is what I plan on doing. Many people wishes they shouldn't have sold their beginner bike and that alone convinced me I will never sell my beloved ZX4R. If im going to upgrade in the future, I will keep my ZX4R on top of a new 600cc bike.
This is just my opinion and experience, it can be different for everyone.
Don't be afraid to buy another bike, especially if it's a 90's 400 or pre-injection 600/900, it's an investment.
Same story for me. im 42 years old, got into motorcycling in the mid 2000. i have a S1000R, a Tuono V4RR, K7 gsxr 750 track bike and a 90's GSXR 250. but when i saw the ZX4RR i thought, i really ant to try one. then they announced the 40 year aniversary, i was sold, i had to have it. so i did :-D great little bike. both for tooting around and hooning. and compared to the big bikes, you CAN open it up wide. the big bikes need 3. gear before they stop wheeling at full blast.
That is a super nice bike. I purchased a new R1200S back in 2005 and said the same thing…. 20 years later I still have and ride it as often as my other bikes allow! A keeper is a keeper for sure 😅
I wish more manufacturers experimented with unconventional designs and configurations like Kawasaki does. I'm so happy they actually decided to produce this.
I upgraded from a Ninja 400 to a 2020 ZX-6R when I turned 24 in June 2023 and I love it, but I was very tempted to wait for these to arrive in the UK but I simply couldn't wait. Looks like a fantastic bike though, the best of both worlds!
I came back from a 15 year break off riding for this bike. It's the only thing in the last while that truly excited me. Everything else has a competitor of some kind. This does not, I think. And mine is extra, extra sweet now. I have Andreani fully adjustable front end and a Brembo RCS-CC 17 on mine. The sharpness mentioned, its like its medical grade now.
Also, my insurance counts the RR and the regular, 2-cyl 400 as the same bike, so it costs almost NOTHING to insure. The zx6r means insane insurance premiums here. ...if you bother with that kind of thing.
Looks great, would have loved to hear it
Sounds just like big brother ZX6R😎
Making a ZX4RR video without (more) engine sounds should be a criminal offense.
there is a Honda CB500 4-cylinder coming out next year (official announcement in autumn `24), with a brand new engine, and previously this model was only available in Japan (with a sprinkling over Australia) as a CB400SF and this time it will be a global release. Many people here in Japan are waiting for this bike.
If you like two-strokes, I like you. Good choice MCN.
Exactly. MCN may have 'discovered' a much needed counter argument to SUV bikes.
I have the 2023 RR and I new. I still love riding it. This bike is just fun. I can enjoy it on longer rides and B roads. Especially if you combine the two. I can open it up on the interstate and watch cars try to catch up with me. When they get close, I just nail it and I'm gone. I've got about 6k on it now. The rear tire did get flat in the middle. I put some Michelin Road 5's on the front and back. They made it handle better.
That's the type of bike you sleep out in the Garage just to spend the night with it and do everything together like a Team.👍😂😂
Yeah Lewis made the right choice. This bike is truly special. I love mine to bits.
One of the prettiest colour schemes for a motorcycle ever
Lewis has very good taste...clearly.
That beautiful ZX-4RR is definitely a 'keeper'!! Lovely bike.
I'm probably the same age as Lewis. I know what you mean about the 90s 250 two strokes and 400 fours. They're a little before my time, but there's something so cool about them.
My favorite modern sportbike honestly. Really hope to see more Japanese manufacturers follow the retro model. I do wish it came out of the box with a bit more power tho.
These 400's are hard to beat as a fun bit of kit, I refurbished my CBR400RR two years ago and did another 5000Km in the 1st year, put some decent rubber on and upgrade the brake lines, no ABS or TC and your good to go.
I'm trying to keep two bikes forever. But its hard. The best thing would be to have a friend that changes bikes 6/6 months and lets you try them.
I'm sure it will be collectable one day, especially the way emission strangulation is going, have fun, shiny side up 👍🏍
I have the 2024 watered down version and its a fantastic fun sportbike but it needs the flash for the extra 20 hp the rest of the world gets. Bike is very comfy with pretty relaxed ergos for a sportbike, you ride it like a 125 two stroke and it can keep up with bigger bikes in the twisties😎
As someone who own this exact same bike, I couldn't agree more. I will never sell mine either. Its way too much fun. Naysayers haven't ridden one.
Same here, a gem this bike.
Lewis has bought an iconic bike that's a Classic from day 1. That ain't depreciating fast. As soon as more Riders save up for one the demand is gonna increase. I had a 1991 Honda CBR400RR, and modern twins aren't a patch on it's performance. My current bike is 178kg ,178bhp, 178mph and 0-60mph of 2.7s, so don't try sell me anything "new". And don't cry when I recommend an older inline 4 600cc under £3k over an £8k 660 twin with 30% less power. You'll get more respect riding the older bike.
Lucky boy... gorgeous machine!! 👍
I love this bike but I have bought the 636 due to the 4rr not being made in Japan and not having a gorgeous aluminum frame.
How do you guys deal with fuel tank rust in the UK?
Is this available in the US?
In Japan, they call this the Family Mart bike
Lol thats good!
OMG I've got one in the same color scheme and used to live in Japan, how did I not see this 😂?
The best part of modern motorcycling is older bikes. So much garbage electronics and BS on new bikes pushing prices and insurance through the roof. The fact that Kawasaki did a new inline 4 cylinder bike that is quite affordable speaks volumes.
😂 never say never especially when your your young and already on your 7th or 8th bike
Excellent choice sir! Small bikes are so much fun :D
I have the same bike, and a Street Triple... Love the Kawasaki more than the Triumph
I love it but if I was buying a new bike it would be something with a big engine, it’s just down to wanting maximum return for your investment, and a big bike is far more useful. And yes I own 400’s and two strokes so I do get this guys point of view, but when my local dealer is doing the 24 Z900 for £7999 the 400 doesn’t seem such good value.
Nice looking motorcycle. I would also go with this color scheme and not kinda Jonathan Rea sbk thematic. This blue-white-green is timeless , nostalgic, classic.... and as you I do like my gixxer 1000 08'
Never say never.
So go on , admit it, you took it to the video shoot in a van. 😂
Wonder whether I would like this or a Hypermotard 698 more.
This happens to be my first bike😊. It was this or cbr650r. Can somebody who rode both these give me their opinion if its worth switching the zx4rr for a 650r?
Had mine 6 months, fun fun fun unfortunately getting a reputation for blown engines, there is a lawsuit pending in usa
I owned a Honda CB1 for 2 years, the only bike I really regret selling
A bike able to inspire real passion with copper bottomed specs all to rare in the bland overpriced lumps generally on offer from Japan
i loved my zx4rr but when i switch on the last zx6r i'll never get back
Mike's iron law of street bike fun states HP x 2 = X mph. If you regularly reach or exceed X then you are having fun. If you are less than X then you are not having fun. By definition powerful street bikes are not fun, I have owned them so I'm not talking out of my rear end.
Lol 2 bikes is plenty ? I have 13 of them and one in the bed room. 😂😂 , clearly the addiction has a long way to go
why would you not give us a startup and some revs at least?
Bigger is not (always) better.
Wow NSR125R my first bike ❤
Yep, they're a nice bike 👍🏻
It is a bike for someone who's a motorcycle nut, it's not for someone who is looking for best of the best.
Love it!
Lastimosamente la 2025 le bajaron los caballos de 80hp a 56hp😢 , soy de México y la quería comprar, eso me bajó el autoestima 😢
NExt video - why I sold my zx-4rr
what is this, motojitsu?
that color is hideous. Otherwise, nice bike
It's definitely the right choice in it's class because it's the only bike in it's class 😂
Nice bike but working for MCN I'd have bought the ZX6R.
Any jobs going? 😂
Watch him change his tune when he rides a Panigale V4R.
Missed the feel, timing variation, and added unwanted arrogance. Fail.
It's such a powerless bike that i would suggest avoiding to buy that at all cost. New rider: do not fool yourself and buy a toy like this. You will soon end up trading it for proper bike anyways. That bloke saying that the bike is so much fun. Is he a comedian? LOL 😂
"I’ve noticed that the person has a really strong accent, to the point where it’s almost impossible to focus on what they’re actually trying to say. The content might be great, but the delivery makes it really difficult to follow. I wish they either used better microphones or at least slowed down their speech a bit to make it easier to understand. Am I the only one who feels this way, or do others struggle with it too?"
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