[AtheK]

KAWASAKI has just revealed this replacement for the Ninja 300, with capacity up to 399cc and a significant boost in power and torque.

The Ninja 400 makes a claimed 45hp and 28lbft from an all-new parallel-twin engine, up from the 39hp and 19.9lbft of its predecessor.

Kawasaki says it offers better performance throughout the range, with improved low-down torque, while retaining a smooth throttle response and rider-friendly character.

It’s got a new steel trellis frame which uses the engine as a stressed member and helps deliver a 6kg weight saving over the Ninja 300, putting the Ninja 400 at 168kg wet.

It benefits from an assist-and-slipper clutch said to make the lever 20% lighter to pull and gets styling details inspired by the Ninja H2, with ‘chin-spoilers’ just below the twin LED headlamps.

It’s got the largest front brake disc in its class according to Kawasaki, at 310mm, with Nissin ABS.

The riding position is ‘relaxed, sporty’ and the seat height is 786mm, while Kawasaki says the ‘large-volume bodywork’ offers good wind protection.

The new Kawasaki Ninja 400 was unveiled early this morning at Japan’s Tokyo Motor Show.

Here are the specs, straight from Kawasaki:

Displacement: 399 cm3

Bore & stroke: 70.0 mm×51.8 mm

Power: 45hp @ 10,000rpm

Torque: 28lbft @ 8,000rpm

Dimensions: 1,990 mm × 710 mm × 1,120 mm

Seat height: 785 mm

Curb mass: 168kg

Tank: 14l

Link: http://www.visordown.com/motorcycle-...nja-400-debuts


No wonder they had a 25K discount on Ninja 300 & a jacket as a freebie. I have a feeling the 400 is going to hit the indian shores very soon.

[abhishek46]

This is excellent.
Finally, a proper response from Kawasaki to the KTM 390 series.

Weighing in at just 5 Kgs more than the naked ktm 390, this will offer the refinement of a twin Cylinder, plus 3 Additional Horses.

[Abhi_abarth]

Very eager to know the pricing. I am also assuming they will start assembling in the Indian plant. If that's the case I really pray for an affordable pricing if they plan to launch in India.

[AtheK]

Originally Posted by Abhi_abarth

Very eager to know the pricing. I am also assuming they will start assembling in the Indian plant. If that's the case I really pray for an affordable pricing if they plan to launch in India.

Ninja 300 was around 4.62 Otr in bangalore (before the stock clearing started, with a discount of 25K), 5 lacs OTR would be my guess.

[ani_meher]

I too think 5L OTR will be a good price, because they need to maintain some distance from the N650 as well.

Looks aggressive, and a proper successor of N300.

[AtheK]

Studio Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w1yQ1dtu_Ho

and

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bdG0Yc2hj-E

[payeng]

Originally Posted by abhishek46

This is excellent.
Finally, a proper response from Kawasaki to the KTM 390 series.

Weighing in at just 5 Kgs more than the naked ktm 390, this will offer the refinement of a twin Cylinder, plus 3 Additional Horses.

Yeah but KTM does it at HALF the Price (of the Baby Ninja) in INDIA (only in India).

And if one wants a Dhoom Bike the RC390 is there.

[AtheK]

Originally Posted by payeng

Yeah but KTM does it at HALF the Price (of the Baby Ninja) in INDIA (only in India).

And if one wants a Dhoom Bike the RC390 is there.

but then again Ninja comes with peace of mind tag

[payeng]

Originally Posted by AtheK

but then again Ninja comes with peace of mind tag

Can't agree to that argument. KTM's at least would trump Royal Enfield when it comes to "Peace of Mind".. It's what one wants (and at what price).

[daretodream]

Was excited at first news!
Saw no mention of ABS- utterly disappointed!

[AtheK]

Originally Posted by daretodream

Was excited at first news!
Saw no mention of ABS- utterly disappointed!

Read in some other site, ABS is present.

Here: https://www.google.co.in/amp/overdri...-400-unveiled/

[IshaanIan]

Sad to see that it is still going to be a low seat, long wheelbase, high clip-ons affair.

[ashwinprakas]

In other news, enthusiasts who claim to be specialists in mathematics are dissatisfied with the Ninja 400 as it only makes 6bhp more than the Ninja 250 which is 150cc less than the former.

[CrAzY dRiVeR]

Originally Posted by IshaanIan

Sad to see that it is still going to be a low seat, long wheelbase, high clip-ons affair.

It's a beginner level sport bike, rather than an entry level sports tourer.

And those looking at the latter, specially in the Indian context, can always look at the Ninja 650 instead.

[Porschefire]

Originally Posted by IshaanIan

Sad to see that it is still going to be a low seat, long wheelbase, high clip-ons affair.

As CrazyDriver mentioned, in most markets it is an entry level, beginner sportsbike that many learn riding two wheels and get their A2 license. The long wheelbase, high clip-ons makes it very good tourer as well.

Originally Posted by ashwinprakas

In other news, enthusiasts who claim to be specialists in mathematics are dissatisfied with the Ninja 400 as it only makes 6bhp more than the Ninja 250 which is 150cc less than the former.

I don't thing us folks need to be worried as the 250 will not be launched here and will be mainly for the Indonesian, Thai markets. But yes, I do not understand the math behind the power-cc figures myself!