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Why the Kawasaki Ninja ZX4-RR is USeless
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- Опубликовано: 31 янв 2023
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Why the Kawasaki Ninja ZX4-RR is not going to be loved in the US.
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I want this bike. Kawasaki is just flexing at this point. Not for power or performance figures or anything but we're entering an era where inline-4 bikes are being phased out just as the inline-6 was, but in favor of more emissions friendly twin-cylinder bikes. Literally everybody is retooling their four cylinder product lines for parallel-twins. Except Kawi (and to some degree Aprilia and Ducati but those V4s are less track toys and more like land based ICBMs)! They're doubling down because the muscle (read: money) behind Kawasaki Heavy Industries doesn't come from selling bikes but literally powering industry and infrastructure. This product is Kawasaki's fuck-you-money at work. It's a vulgar display of power and I'm here for it!
Love it man! Well stated!
I with you on that 😂😂😂 I bet them Kawasaki guys are a helluva lot of fun to hang out with 🎉 Kawasaki has ALWAYS been the ones to make some balls to the wall bikes and others that are just downright awesome pieces of rolling art…. 👍
XD the problem is........the zx6 exists for almost no money more. XD bruh.
@@ralphwarom2514 I think in the US $1,500 more can get youa zx6r, right? Here in the Philippines the price difference between a zx6r and zx4rr is $3,610.00 So it makes alot of sense to go for a zx4rr.
I love it! the sound is amazing on and i4 bike but the power of a 600cc is silly. I lost my license with my 600rr. This time around I got an mt07.. PHENOMINAL bike.. but I do give a fuck about smaller cc unlike you said. I get so damn tired of these shit videos from youtubers pushing their opinions onto people about power being everything. Or that a beginner needs a small 2 cylinder. Get out of here.
I've always liked small displacement 4 cylinders, I'm totally stoked about the ZX4-RR
Me too
They want $9,700 for that bike ...hell naw
Hondas 250rr 😍
@King Mecca there'll probably be a base single R version without quickshifter and different suspension etc for cheaper
@@johnniejohnsonv there is one but not for the US as of now
As a 10R owner, I've been waiting on this little gem to drop for almost 2 years now since they hinted at it. It seems the perfect little fun number that you can probably ride the everliving piss out of.
yeah this is the only bike i actually consider a good low displacement slow bike. the rest are just bullshit and to slow. this is a mini version of a actual sportsbike. you want a slower beginner track bike this is what you want.
I think this will be a nice alternative to using a ZX6R on the street. Better ergos, decent power, that inline 4 sound, decent suspension, and you can use more of the gears besides the first 3 without going to jail. I’m all for it. Oh…and it will be waaaaay more reliable than an Aprilia.
Except 23 lbs of torque at 11k rpms means you're going to have issues defensive riding on the street, especially if you still are in the 600 mile break in where you're not supposed to go above 5k rpms
@@alexd4102 It will have a lot more power than you think for "defensive" riding. The break-in thing is a myth they use to keep people from going crazy on new bikes, you can use all the rpm during break in, you just shouldn't keep it high or slam on the gas since that puts a lot of pressure on the new engine.
@@Archany as someone who has the formal education to refute this, I refute this. Break in periods for literally any engine are extremely important. If you do t care about it lasting more than 10k miles then have at it. Blow it up. More business for guys like me. But if you want your engine to live longer than than a toddler in a meat grinder, follow break in procedures.
@@alexd4102 Plenty for defensive driving. My first bike was a bandit250(inline 4 250). Way less torq than the zx4-rr and still enough go to save my life when I needed it. Fully stopped in traffic, and the car behind ended up stopping about a foot from the bumper of the car I was behind before I zipped off to the side. Also, I don't think a quick blip above the recommended in the breakin period is going to be the end of the world.(certainly better than an actual end to your world) And for that high screaming sound and normal road speeds, TOTALLY worth it. I miss my bandit something awful and have been dying for someone to bring a low displacement screamer to North America. I just hope their ends up being a naked version of it.
@@alexd4102 5k rpm are for 10-12k redline bike, if the bike has 16-18k redline it doesnt go as low as 5k, it just doesnt have enough power along those revs
US also has a different motorcycle community/lifestyle. I dont think the zx25r was released in the US, it is super expensive for a 250 but it sold a lot here in the Philippines. Zx4r is high anticipated here as well. Inline 4 and expressway legal. (Philippine expressways/freeways has 400cc requirement for motorcycles)
Exactly why it’s USeless…US
@@adobomoto i know man, im just adding
It didn’t sell alot here in ph. Also many people seem to selling their zx25r lol.
@@JinKazama92i lt was quite popular... Many people selling their 25r because for a mere 80k, they could get the 4rr.. and of course the never ending 400cc - expressway legal in our country
To me this is the perfect bike. I’m in my late 30s and have ridden everything under the sun. Went to college to understand the full suite of engineering that goes into bikes and high perf engines. These days I love the sound of a high rev i4, but I don’t like that to hear the engine scream you need to destroy every speed limit in the country. This gives a nice chance to hear the engine scream while not guaranteeing a speeding ticket, or worse. “A race bike for the street” is a nice way to look at it. Plenty of performance, great for skinny guys like me, but won’t try to kill you just for thinking about the throttle. The track goodies are a nice touch because it means I won’t have to go spend another 5-10k in prep for a competent machine. Even if you never go to the track, this bike could be a dream ride for a LOT of people like me. Power is fun, speed is fun, but paying 30k for a bike you will never be able to wring out is just not fun. Sub $12k isn’t as bad as it sound when you factor the extras which would typically cost another $5k over the base bike when added aftermarket.
very effing well said. In order to hear that screaming engine you have to rev it to the high rpms and we all know the 6r and 10r would literally fly in just first gear. This bike and the 25r gives you the opportunity to hear the screaming engine without speeding like a jet hence its why sometimes the 25r and the 4r (eventually) sounds much louder than the 6Rs and 10Rs
only problem zx-25r can be rung out more, i checked out videos of the 4rr and its going like 60km/h in 2nd gear at like 6k rpm lol
@@stringsnare that’s a pretty simple thing to remedy tbh though with a simple sprocket change. Gearing is everything. And a sprocket set is typically well under $500 for anything I’ve ever swapped. Can’t imagine it would be THAT different from any other bike. Maybe the first year they’d be a little pricey to recover initial tooling costs, but that should be absorbed pretty quickly considering how many “entry level” bikes sell every year. It’s the most reliable sale any manufacturer can really make.
Gotta encourage innovation like this, no need to hate! Props to Kawi! I put down my deposit today.
I love the bike. Did u actually watch or just left the comment because of the title?
@@adobomoto I watched, just speaking in general. Many out there hating on it but just because it’s not for them doesn’t mean they shouldn’t support awesome things like this.
I think with the death of the traditional 600 this is a good thing. Someone has to be first. I would love to see this become a spec class type race bike.
Heard they may be coming out with a zx7r. Im guessing it may be a twin sportbike running a variation of the 650
@@adobomoto kawasaki ‘s got the worst 650 from Japan by far. They should keep it quiet if it’s related to that, and it better be 270° not 180
The 600 isn't dead it's just niche now. The ZX6, CBR 600 and GSXR 600 still sell lol
@@englishsteel-nz6im definitely but not what they were 15 years ago. Its a new market for sure.
the R9 will kill them all
Well idk about anyone else in the US. But im sure as hell buying a zx4RR over the r7 and the rs660 for street and track use. The bike is perfect. God Bless Kawasaki and their engineers.
This bike just released here in PH fews days ago. Seen some videos of slip ons and also removing catalytic without a check engine. Sounds freakin insane!!! This is gonna be a blast on the twisties!! You guys gonna love this little screamer!! Also the handle bars are a little bit lower compared to a Zx25r and seat height also a little bit taller.
They don't corner in the US
Finally a 4 cylinder in the cheap insurance category. Other brands need to get on board with it.
My rsv4 1100 factory is $90 full coverage
@@adobomoto
>$90 full coverage
>Italian baiku
>$90
WHAT?!?!?? SHARE YOUR SECRETS FREN!!!
@@Yamabrah_YZF the secret is to not live in canada
I've got a RS660 and a R3, I'm in the middle of setting the R3 up as a track only bike but the ZX4rr might take it's place.
Honestly the new kawasaki is a great bike. To me it would be a fun all around sportbike that's light and nimble but still fast. I've always admired the ninja 400 and the zx4r has just enough electronics to add and put it over the top.
This guy hates everything that isn't Aprilia
TELL ME YOU DIDN’t watch the whole video without telling me…Yeah, you sound like a fkin Austin
HAHAHAHAH panis
@@adobomoto Suntukan nalang daw kayo Menudo Moto
Aprilla Moto hahaha
He literally said in the video he was considering getting a zx4rr.
Best thing about this bike is the pressure it places on the other manufacturers to make similar electronics available on all bikes below 1000cc.
Good point. Kawasaki is the only manufacturer they can't follow. They released 250cc inline 4 screamers loaded with tech and now a 400? Wow!
Wait... 16K red line, 4 cylinders, auto blip down and quick shift up as a stock bike? Take my f*cking money 💰 💰💰
The word useless isn't used in the video. This kind of clickbait is like an old tabloid magazine = cheap. Glad to see the summary come around favorably on the ZX-4, because evaluating it purely on objective merit misses the point when just about everything is gravitating to the 270 degree parallel twin. Part of motorcycling has always been about powerplant diversity, the small I4 has gone mostly silent for a while and the ZX-4R/RR will introduce a generation to the unique qualities of this configuration (incl crank and firing) before it's gone forever. Yeah they're pricey, but they have the parts and cost of a 600, or 1000, which is why 400s never caught on in the U.S. 30 years ago. 400s have never been about power per dollar. The ZX may become niche but it'll be appreciated.
Even though you could argue you might as well buy a used 600. Here in Norway where we can’t get new 600’s, and we have low and strictly enforced speed limits. I can see how the zx4 could be a good way to have fun and be able to enjoy the screaming engine here.
Her mister man lappen med en 125cc 🤦🏻😆 Kan til og med få bot med sparkesykkel
@@RWD.G jepp, er trist
I am in the middle of building an RS660 race bike. If the zx4rr came out last fall, I probably would be building one of those instead. These look like they are going to be a blast, and kinda kicking myself!! That said I think the RS660 will be a better track bike in the end. Lighter, bigger rear tire, more HP and a lot more TQ. I am up in New England and race with NEMRR and they have a 400cc classes and I believe other organizations like CCS and WERA do also . Little fyi NEMRR is the group that is putting together the 100th running of the Loudon Classic with a $200,000 purse. That is a middleweight race though, but a bunch of heavy hitters have entered that race. Should be a crazy race.
That’s dope. I think most clubs would accommodate what’s available - get more people into the sport. I heard the criples are allowed in the twins class out here since there’s not many running em. I’m gonna keep an eye on the London Classic! Thanks for the info. And Im jelly of that 660! Im gonna make it happen this year for sure. Just couldn’t pass up the deal i got my my rsv4
@@adobomoto cripples huh? 😂
@@italyguy08 you never heard of triple cripples...only racers know what they are lol. I raced Criples in 2007 in AFM
@@italyguy08 basically take any 600cc supersport and disable one cylinder and you have yourself a triple criple
The zx4rr only produces 28 ft lbs of torque at the whopping end of the limiter range. That’s insanely slow. Literally half of what the zx6r makes....
You made the right choice with the rs660
Love my zx4rr, best bike ive owned that brings the biggest smiles on my face riding through the hinterlands. Any who says youll be bored on this bike, cant corner
Twins are boring. Screaming 4 cylinders are from a better era. Superb that kawasaki have taken this leap back into a fantastic platform.
Anyone worried about the price is buying a used 600 or 1000, easily.
This looks like a great step up from the cbr500 i got last year. Plenty fast and a solid package on top.
Some people don't understand the potential and feelings on a small displacement inline four.....
You haven’t ridden my CB-1 yet - so you have actually no clue what this is about - again you’re not the target audience but I appreciate your take
Thanks. But did you actually watch the video? Because I clearly stated that I want this bike lmfao
I'd buy one. I live in Quebec, under 400cc pays the smaller registration of $480, rather than the obscene $1900 for most other supersports, or even $700 for anything not high risk over 400cc. Just under that threshhold, having the 4 cylinder sound, being able to actually rev it out without committing multiple felonies, and being able to actually afford to operate it without financial ruin is perfect for me.
Dude, it’s not a beginner bike…. Kawasaki vs Aprillia is a NO brainer. It’s sad how many Americans just don’t get it. The new Kawasaki 400 is a gift!! I’m personally grateful one of the Japanese manufacturers have decided to bring us one of the small bikes they’ve always previously withheld from US shores probably because they knew most Americans just DONT GET IT…. Sad but true. The more of these videos I’ve seen about this bike just reinforce that
I know you were always just messing around and that’s cool but fwiw I notice and appreciate that you’ve cut out some of the old” insults” or whatever you’d call that. It’s just a vibe when you’re chill straight through without the one liners. Vibes are everything as I hit my 30’s I ain’t got time for ppl unless they pass the check. Subbed for passing the vibe check. 😂
Id buy it still honestly. Especially for the sound. Its supposedly, supposed to be something similar to the zx25r in Indonesia, and if it sounds anything like the zx25r, that sound alone is worth it, especially for a beginner
Thank you Kawasaki. Suzuki and Honda lost their balls long time ago.
This bike is not just for beginners. Its an enthusiast bike.
It’s almost the price of a Zx6r. I’d get it if I didn’t buy my ninja 400….
Yea a few hundred off I'd def get a n400 or zx6r before this bike. If I wanted a "beginner" bike nd felt the need to spend in this range id look at the tuano 660.
@@DatBoyKickz yeah for sure. It’s a nice bike but for that much money you could almost buy any 600cc. The ninja 400 is definitely a good bike and plenty fast.
@Logan G yea im thinking of grabbing a n400 or R7 next. If I go n400 ride for like 2 yrs then give it to my wife and get something like zx6r or gxsr 750. I'm also looking at that Mt07 and honda hornet 750
@@DatBoyKickz those are all very good bikes. I’m definitely getting a Zx6r for my next bike In a year or two.
i can imagine this being the best begginner bike since the lack of torque at low revs means you have to rev it out to use it properly, people complain about bikes being gutless at low rpm but to me it makes the bike more fun and most importantly more engaging so i dont lose focus while riding
These will sell well but I'm telling you that advanced riders are going to buy and appreciate this bike more than intermediates and noobs. Advanced riders tend to enjoy and appreciate the top end explosiveness of an I4 engine-- where as intermediates and lower complain about it usually and prefer the linear instant torque of a twin or 3-- with the 3 cyl being an interesting mix of the two-- next, it's usually intermediates and lower who have gotten "comfortable" on a 650 or less that now think it's time to upgrade to a liter bike so this 79 HP screamer isn't going to appeal to them at all. It's not going to be good for wheelie's and isn't going to be straight line insano fast and that's basically all the average rider once they're comfy with the basics. If you need any further proof see how 600s sell next to torque-y naked bikes that corner like shit and see how Suzuki GSX-S750 sold poorly compared to MT09's even tho they blow MT09's off the track--- the biggest complaints was "makes all it's power up top" lol--- yeah like an actual sport bike....
But for an advanced rider that does fast cornering and hits the track more than a few times a year.... oooo this is going to be fun..... wring that MF out to a high pitched screaming 15k rpm but laying down modest power = max fun for shredding it up.
And as for comparatively why you'd buy this over a zx6.... this is going to be a bit more comfy obv like the Ninja 400 and see my sentence above.
I have a GSXR600 in my stable and I'd still like to add a ZX4.
Agreed. Im excited about the bike too. Im gonna wait for someone with buyer’s remorse 😂
As with many things...the rest of the world think nothing of american consumers opinion. Zx4RR is going to be a legend
Been riding since I was 5 years old just bought the zx4 RR 40th anniversary buttery smooth handling and I've owned GSXR 750 great new bike to add to my collection already own a ZX6R
The Zx4R is actually perfect for the European A2 Class. I ride a Zxr 400 right now and it's by far the most fun A2 bike out there because of the amazing sound you can get and the way you can throw it around on track
Yeah, doesn’t matter here in the US though. We don’t have those restrictions. But i still like it
Don't know about all of Europe but neither the zxr400 or the upcoming zx-4r are A2 legal in the UK without restriction as both have over 47bhp.
@@renllek Of course but they can be made A2 legal and are the only 4 cylinder super sport bikes to do so. Except for the other 90s 400s of course.
Just checked and unfortunately it's the same for all of Europe. Most bikes under a liter can be made A2 legal with restriction. So long as the power is less than 47bhp and the power to weight ratio of up to 0.2kw/kg. Thankfully I have an unrestricted license so don't have to worry about any of that bollx 😂 but one of these new zx4s could tempt me as imo they will be much more fun than a liter or 600cc on UKs twisty back roads
@@renllek Here in Germany where I'm from only bikes up to 95hp can be restricted to A2 meaning that all 600s and all classic 700s don't fall into that category. I'm not sure about other european countries but at least here this would be the only restrictable 4 cylinder supersport that is available today.
The successor of the ZXR400 in line 4 screamer.....
Just put the first deposit down on one at my local dealer. Will have one in may/June. Excited for it, can't wait to hear it rev.
Nice! What country
@@adobomoto Wisconsin USA 🇺🇸
@@joshwolff2386 how is your delivery date that early? I heard target was fall
@Adobo Moto that's what the manager told me directly, they had 2 allocated for may/June and they are in production right now. As I was at the dealer depositing another customer was calling in for the second deposit
The main problem is that it costs almost the same as the ninja 636.
Exactly, why not just get 636.....unless they are dis continuing that bike
He right, price wise. Rs 660 has more tec than the zx4r.
When buying a motorcycle, your paying for the engine and its technology. That’s why it’s $10K.
For the US, it may be a head scratcher, but here in Canada where they charge you so much premium for anything over 500cc and even more so over 750cc, this is like a GODSEND. the cost to run is more than double of what you would normally pay for once you get into usage cost over 3 years compared to a larger displacement bike. Besides, with the kind of roads we have here, and the lack of tracks this is quite pleasing.
Think again.. they will ask if it's a RR
@@sidb9540 Doesn't matter if its a RR or a RRR or a RRRR. In Canada, insurance goes by CC displacement size. 111-400, 401-750, 751-1150, 1151+. You will pay less for a supersport 600 than a Harley.
@@jumsimbab87 Bro... you are just wrong.. I'm sorry! I don't know where you live in Canada... but out here in Ontario, it matters whether you ride a SS or a harley.. and SS includes the ninja zx 4R... Guaranteed to cost more than any other entry level bike, including CBR 500 or Ninja 650
@@sidb9540 ah, I am in the west cost, BC. Didnt know its different there. Its be CC displacement size here for motorcycles XD
The only thing I care about is that engine screaming as I rev the s*** out of it. :D This thing is everything I ever wanted, a 4-cylinder that you can rev like crazy on the street and not land immediately in jail. And it is under 200 kg and it has up and down QS. chef´s kiss
The misunderstanding of "torque number" in the rider community makes me want to quit motorcycling
I much rather buy this than a ZX6R.
Its the prefect bike for younger guys 18/25 that want a SS but cant afford insurance on a 600SS but don't want a twin.
We have it here in the PH, literally an engine beefed up ZX25R with additional bells and whistles.
Much awaited 400cc with around 30 years gap from its previous release. I dunno there in the US, but here in PH there's a huge chunk of the motorcycle community going crazy about this bike because of the specs and price it has to offer.
Good luck on your additional collection!
Kumusta ka!
I just learned about it the other day and am SUPER excited.
I miss the old days of the 400cc I4. Some of us prefer to have all the handling and agility, without the insane level of speed that comes with the bigger bikes.
If I can find one to test drive, I will probably buy it. I just need to make sure it will still provide the fun factor to my old 230lb self!
We will see!
I want one because uk we dont have 600cc anymore and we dont have roads for 1000cc to be used. I want inline 4 screaming in my ear on the road to work and i dont want a tourer i want a track bike for the road which this fits the bill the budget doesn’t really matter it has no competition in the uk
I'm picking up my new zx4rr this Tuesday! Can't wait for it.
The thing is, most motorcycle schools (or at least the ones in my state) need less than 400. Its one CC under, so i could buy it and go get my motorcycle license using it in the school. I want that screamer, but I want to go get my license with it.
I did the msf course once as a civilian and once in the army. You don’t wanna take the school with a super sport. It’s easier to pass on a grom
@Adobo Moto so get a tiny "my friend died on one of those" then get a bigger one
Where I live the Licensing for Motorcycles goes like this, M1, M2 then M.
While you’re M2, you can not insure a SuperSport 600cc bike, if you want 600cc or more you have to go with a Sport Touring or Naked bike.
So for me, this bike make all the sense in the world, and it’s only 2k higher MSRP than the regular old Ninja 400.
I get why it wouldn’t make sense for a number of people, but for people like me, it’s a damn blessing LOL
✌🏻🤘🏻
do you know. US people ask that 400cc inline 4.😊
not everyone race everyday. ijust love the sounds.
I just want to hear that bike screaming at 15k+ rpm
I'm stoked as hell to see the return of the "hero class" mini 4 banger like the late 80's and early 90's. I think the '88-'89 FZR400 is the only other thing the US ever got like this. I'm way into it, but I admit I worked in a bike shop as a teenager, raced 2 stroke Italian GP and lived in the Alps in my 20's so I'm might not have typical 'Merican taste
so friggin stoked for this. Pure character and fun. Just what the MC industry needs right now with all the endless triples and v-twins
I was expecting to dislike your take because something we actually agree on lol. I am so used to my fellow riders in the U.S. to talk down on anything that is not a 1000 or 600 that I expected you to say something about not being powerful enough. I agree with your take on the track for sure and I actualy think this is the best option for swapping street/track if only the price was a little lower it would be perfect. Even with the cost I think this is definitely going to be my next bike especially since I no longer club race and only do track days. I appreciate your vid though and like and subscribed because rational riders aren't always easy to find haha. Take care.
We have the ZX4R in India and not the ZX4RR. And to your surprise, it costs around Rs.9,50,000 - Rs.10,50,000 On Road which equates to about $11,500 - $12,500 LOL, all thanks to being it a CBU and import tax norms. You don't even get quick shifter on the ZX 4R. But what's crazier is the fact that the Aprilia RS 660 mentioned costs around Rs.15,50,000 - Rs.16,00,000 On Road which equates to about $18,500 - $19300 (approx.) Holy grails. Thank God the Aprilia RS 457 has been locally manufactured in India and came with a decent Ex-Showroom price of Rs. 4,10,000 ($4,939 USD), and will cost around $6000 - $6200 On Road. CBU units are mad expensive in India.
Only reason i would not go aprillia is the dealer net work and reliability since the rs660 is already cracking blocks
This is going to be a really fun bike to ride
I think the price is just right, I mean it's between the kawasaki 650 and the 636. And this is also the ZX4-RR which is the higher spec, which means that the lower specs are even cheaper!
I'm excited and Kawi would not have spent so much R&D on this if they didn't think it would sell. I believe the "middleweight" sportbike segment is a potential goldmine for these manufacturers. I mean look at the RS660 and the R7, Kawi is carving their own spot with their offering, and I think the screaming I4 engine is a huge draw for many people who are tired of twins and also can't get a 600 and/or can't afford a 1000.
Might pick one up in a year or so. Right now I'm trading my MT07 for a ZX6R!
Exactly the lowest spec will be prob about 8.5k and being that CBR500R sells for like 7k that's not off the mark. This one also is going to blow the R7 off the road and track but average rider is going to complain about peaky I4 power band so I think it'll be a niche bike. Somebody who wants screaming I4 sound and modest power to shred it up. P-twins are SO boring.
I have a GSX-S750 and a GSX-R600 and both are just maximum fun, I'd definitely add a ZX4 to the line up too and customize it.
I have no use for a liter bike even tho I'm in A Group at the track, modern liter are so over powered you can't ride them hard without electronics and to me that defeats the fun factor. A 600cc has always been where it's at so Kawa is taking that idea here.
R9 will be priced at $11,600 and will 💩 on the ZX4RR price point
This bike is going to slap and be a total cult bike. Squids can keep their fuzzy cartoon helmets and over the t shirt back protectors.
Oh and I like both versions of your plan. Having something that is more street friendly, but capable of track days sounds brilliant to me. I sat in the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT yesterday at lunch and I honestly might like it more than the Tuono 660 and Triumph Street Triple 765 from a practicality and where and how I am really likely to ride frequently standpoint. I was really impressed. Lots of tech, comfy, but still plenty fast/exciting.
This will be a true enthusiasts bike, no one else is going to pay the premium for the 400RR !
literally the ONLY video you will find ripping on this bike ... all because its not at least a 600...get over it mang
I live in the midwest, US. I've been walking into dealers with a literal tall stack in hand, plus some extra for TT&L and no one would take my money. And no one can tell me when to show up again. I'm ready to go and no dealer wants to make the first move.
Oh no. A bike that's made for novice riders to have a stepping stone into the race bike world. How dare they
Hello my friend, I love watching your videos. One of the reasons for this engine to come out is the unique rules of the countries. For example, I live in the Canadian province of Quebec. Here, if you want to buy Ninja zx6, you have to pay 1900 dollars per year as it is over 400cc and is in the risk category. When insurance and other expenses are added, it means an annual cost of about 2500 dollars. But if you buy an engine under 400cc, it costs about $450 per year and the insurance fee decreases. So you pay 2000 dollars less per year to the government and that's not a small amount of money.
Same here in Manitoba except it's 500 cc and less is a huge saving in insurance but you're still paying more for a sport bike compare to anything else .
fellow Quebecer here. I'd totally buy one. Being able to hear that 4 cylinder sound without SQ/SPVM crucifying me, or selling my first born to the SAAQ for registration is a big selling point here.
Those costs are exorbitant, damn. You'd think a country as generally progressive as Canada is would encourage it's citizens to use motorcycles instead of automobiles. Not charge the ever-living snot out of them.
I think you’re discounting the Motorsport theater. For a weekend rider, you get to experience all of that race bike sound, feel, and feature set, at street speeds.
And for the guy looking to get into track day riding, it’s a much more accessible entry point than a 600. Focus on honing rider skill rather than masking deficiencies with power.
Im thinking about the price. 10k to get into track riding or pick up a 650 twin for 2-3k. Not really concerned with the power. It’s the price point. Value in a time where people are more conscious about their spending habits.
@@adobomoto I think it depends on the demographic, 16-25 rider do everything bike, this is not, get a 400 or 650 p-twin. 25-35 guy with a boring office job and a little more budget, looking for something fun on the weekends… I think this makes more sense…
At 10k and 80 hp … I just am not sure … I’m now 58 years old … and I’m 5ft 6in tall 165 lbs … this bike is 415 lbs … and that what I’ve been looking for… I love an in line 4 over a twin … but that’s me … can you imagine if this bike was 115 hp with 16k RPMs .. wow …. I’m going to do my research through 2023 / 2024 on aftermarket mods and see if I can push this bike to 115 hp without busting the bank to much … big bikes aren’t fun to move around for me anymore…. And I wouldn’t call myself a super race guy … so the bike bikes are outta my league… those bikes I have to admit are for bigger better guys … I just want to rip the interstate safe but fast … point a to be … I have a 24 mile drive and a nice interstate to fly on …. I would really love to have this bike … but I’m going to wait till April 2024 .that’s not to far away 🏆👍👍😁
That bike will rock the Isle of Man Mountain Course soon....on the lightweight class
I feel like the cbr650r is even better
I’d go rs660 > cbr650r > zx4r > r7
I love this, I would have preferred the 250 and the analog dash but I love it
Think it was 2020 or 2021, I read about a rumored 496cc triple Kawi was developing, I really really wish that had come true.
I heard of a zx7r coming
@@adobomoto 🤞🏽
Myself and my brother from another mother got them coming. 😅 💜
I bet it's going to sound amazing like the zx25r
Im sure. I really want it
@@adobomoto Same, the sound of a small inline 4 alone to me is so good. I honestly wish I could get my hands on a zx25r. Smaller lighter bikes just feel so much more nimble and chuckable.
I own zx14, but i always like small bike. Better ride small bike fast in the corner rather than big bike but only fast in straight line.
Look everybody is already passing judgment, giving their opinions on a bike that ain't nobody has rode yet! Get the bike, ride the bike then give your opinions! Believe me I could care less what anybody opinion is ....if I choose to buy guess what.. it's my choice. Besides I love it!! 💚🖤💚🖤💚❤️ Team Green!
This hot take didn't age well.
The ZX-6R makes sense for those that want a track-bike only sport bike.
Those trippin' on the possible $9,500 price tag haven't allowed themselves to catch up to the realities of the current inflation bubble. Let's be real- $9-10k today is the equivalent of $5-6k eight years ago. Life comes at you fast!
Wtf you compare the zx4r to 660cc? are you doing this for views?
An extra 1k and you get a ZX6R. This price is ridiculous.
That might be the a great bike in Philippines since it is 400cc expressway legal. Some are joking that they (zx25 owners) will sell the zx25r quickly once the zx4r was sold here.
I want it lol
@@adobomoto have you heard of cebu cordova link expressway or cclex for short?
It's legal there to go in a 110cc - below 400cc bike with separate lane for them.
The 415lb curb weight/steel frame was the deal breaker for me.
I asked a Kawasaki rep recently about this bike, specifically “for the price what does the rr have the 6r doesn’t? besides the 4cyl” he went into the specs and said “well actually the 6r packs a couple more features 😅”. I’m happy the 4rr exists and I hope other manufacturers introduce 4cyl small bikes but the price makes it not for me.
For context, on my nearest K dealership the 6r is just a couple hundred more than the 4rr.
If it is a couple hundred more i would go for it. Got my zx4rr because the price difference is ridiculous in my country aRound 3.5k$
4RR has quickshifter up AND down & auto-blip and that's all it has over the zx6r. ZX6r has aluminum twin spar modular frame, better shocks/suspension, bubble windscreen and other things I can't think of.
All facts man. Price way too high.
Finally a low powered inline 4 screamer where you can actually ride it on the limiter, enjoy those glorious 16k rpms and not lose your license.
No one cares about lap times on the street. If you can't use the power and emotion without doing jail-time speeds, than whats the use.
This new ZX4RR should be a great bike on track and on your local super twisty backroads. Especially if your local ride out are roads like the Isle of Man tt, where it's twisty, undulating, hedgerows and farm traffic etc. (I'm from the North of England)
The old ZXR400 L still has a fantastic following at club level. And is where most people learn to cut their teeth on track (or with an sv 650 in minitwins) to the point where (truly) non raced, good examples are very, very hard to find.
Every can say about having the latest greatest litre bike, but onboard something like this, you will probably be safer, faster and have the opportunity to become a better rider, than the average mortal can do on the newest 200hp ICBM.
If you think you're too good of a rider for 'only' 400cc, you probably need to get better & do more advanced tuition.
Durham area lad here 😁 I completely agree with you mate. I'd love this bike would be great for the twisty country side areas we have.
It was developed for Europe, parts of Asia and for Latin America.
The 600cc 4 cyl category is dying, governments are imposing difficulties on licenses above 70HP and for motorcycles above 400cc.
Also Brands like Aprilia are impossible to do proper maintenance in Latin America. While Kawazaki has multiple factories and plenty parts reposition.
Outside the US an Aprilia you proposed is 4 to 7 times the price of the Kawa just to buy it.
I think this has made the r7 obsolete. Monochrome Tft, ptwin, only up shifter. The 4r basically answers every complaint about the r7 for people who want a streetable sport bike that won’t make you lose your license at the first twist of the wrist.
I think we are stoked on this
We all expected the ZX4-RR to cost almost as much as the ZX6R because of all of its features and a 399cc cost around as much as a 636 to build.
Just got my order in today, wouldn't sleep on this one!
It may be useless in the US, but not everywhere else. There are tons of taxes, special licenses and other rules and requirements for anything 400cc or over. Some people want fast bikes but are stuck with less than 400cc. It'll sell like crazy in Japan and Europe.
Pretty excited. My local retailer just took my deposit for the KRT ZX4-RR. I'm numero 1 on the waitlist for the 3 they are getting this year. 😬
Dude this will be a beast on the track, imagine how light that will be. Zx25r body with a 400cc inline-4 engine wtf man!
At least it's not another boring 270° twin.
I’m completely the opposite man. I think that the r7 is a useless piece of shit.
this dude is brutally honest i like him then the rest, except 650ib