2024+ Kawasaki Ninja 500 - First Ride Review by TST Industries

A new model in the ever-growing Kawasaki line-up for 2024, the Ninja 500 packs a punch in a very familiar way, and at an entry level price point. Join us as we take our new model for a first ride and share our thoughts on this new offering from Kawasaki. Will it take the market by storm or is it too much like a Ninja 400 for the market to truly enjoy? Share your thoughts with us below!

[kennethmiller]

Literally the first video I've seen of this bike actually being ridden on YouTube and not just being talked about

[michaelmarcy]

I bought the KRT SE a week ago and it cost me $7100 USD out the door here in Texas. I just put a Leo Vince Corsa GP EVO exhaust on it and it sounds awesome. So the ninja 400 slip ons will work on these motorcycles as well.

[FireForEffect]

Finally! I was starting to think this bike was just a myth. Everyone talks about it, but you never see a review.

[dhess]

I didn't know that TST was puttin' out great content like this! I have some TST parts on my current bike, so I'm definitely following your channel now!

[NinjaSteve]

Ok ok ... as an avid Ninja 400 fan with ALL the upgrades (yes, mostly from TST), I will confidently say - the face-lift of this bike makes me want it. If TST and others would provide the same upgrade-ability as they do for the 400, then i would gladly buy one. But im going to need that custom carbon fiber airbox w a stage 3 tune for sure. Not to mention a bright, flashing, and good-looking tail light, too, and a perfectly-tinted zero gravity windshield. Anything TST offers for the 400... offer it for this bike, and you will have convinced me to give my money away for 50 more cc.

[Slevinlobell]

I NEED HELP- I installed the new TST flasher relay for LED'S and all my lights in rear are gone. So i reinstalled stock lights and OG relay and still nothing. I have done this a # of times with no issues.my brand new 500 is now parked and cant ride it and dont have the $$ to take to a shop. Where is the fuse box?? Is it a fuse?? I had battery unhooked etc while doing it too. Help..lol ty

[BlackArroToons]

Cool looking red/black combo and design. Looks good, thanks for the review.

[Skymix]

I'm a Ninja 400 lover, but the design of the 500.. I love it so much more than the 400. And the fact that it's the same MRSP is amazing. Looking forward to getting one in the future, however I don't even have a permit or a good income yet :(
Not to mention the red you can get it in, that red makes it look so much better.

[BabyMikeVenom]

THANK YOU for gearing up! Full gear is cool people need to take note!

[Izatrixi]

I do like the keyless feature. Just because you won’t have to worry about your keys scratching the tank. If you have your moto bike key attached to something.

[naturalforlife]

I like your videos. You and I are about the same height and it helps to see what I would look like on a bike. Your impressions are spot on. You are not trying to sell for a manufacturer. 👍

[ASTEVER]

did you guys make the WORX RAM Intake for R7..??

[Rmsner]

Got an absolute steal on the 40th anniversary. Can’t wait to see the integrated tail light you guys come up with!

[aussiesoldier]

I went and checked out the Ninja 500 today, planning on buying one for my birthday in a few months....I'm not sure if you get the whitish silver colour in the USA but it looks so damn good!!...although I wish we got the black and red paint scheme here. We get black, white and the green, blue and white 40th anniversary edition.

[IrnMaiden]

So they made the 300, killed it shortly after the 400 .... Made the ( short lived from what you're saying ) 400, and then shortly the 500 which is really a 450 in CC ( yes there was a 500 prior to this one, I think up to 09 but I could be wrong ) and now killed the 400 🫤🤷🏻‍♂️.

[alphalandon]

When are they gonna b available in the east coast? They aren’t at TN dealerships yet

[DubstepRacing]

Any sales, deals or promos going on? Looking to buy some stuff for my bike

[kkecuqd]

I have not ridden a street bike in 20 years and never a sport bike. Got my permit today and looked at a couple of bikes in this range. Even being a bigger guy I am happy with the bike’s forgiveness of my mistakes. I was terrified hopping out on the street, but after putting on a couple miles told the dealership to not worry about delivering it. After 50 miles I already love it although after getting my license and getting used to riding I can see myself selling this in about a year for something bigger. Got mine in Metallic matte whitish silver.

[mikaelpettersson]

Very good review! Living in Europe, I have the opposite situation when it comes to spare availability: Aprilia is the nearest manufacturer, thus the prices are VERY competitive (actually the cheapest in the 450 range) and part availability is excellent.

[MumanRides]

Enjoyed this video - good info. I’m looking forward to the dyno/track video next. But I think your price analysis is a bit misleading. The SE versions are listed at $6300 and provide a good value for what you get for an extra $1000. You’re comparing msrp of $10, 000 bikes with an inflated out the door price of a ninja 500. Equates to an apples to oranges comparison. I’m looking forward to getting my hands on one as a second bike. Currently have Versys X-300 with the ninja 300 engine in it and it’s a lot of fun. Been looking at the ninja 400 as a second toy, but after riding one, wasn’t convinced. The 500 in the SE version fixed each of the issues that I have with the 400 and I think it’s a great value - plan to grab one this summer. Thanks for being the first good riding video on YouTube of the Ninja 500.