Thoughts after one week with the Kawasaki Z400

#ShortRider #WomanRider #BeginnerBike
Two weeks with this 2020 Kawasaki Z400 while I am bikeless saved my butt. As always when I borrow a bike for long enough - I ride it all around town, highways, and of course... MOUNTAINS. It was so comfortable and easy to ride I didn't hold back on day #1 with it in the curves. Thank you so much, Jay for lending me your bike!! Again!

That thank you gift for Jay

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[sashathesquirell]

I have had my z 400 for 6 months now. I love her. If you are a beginner or going from a 125cc to something A2 conform i can recommend this one. Also a great one if you're short im only 1.55m/5'1.

[mercharris]

Future doodle was such a clever idea. I’m glad to hear you’re doing this full time. I hope you’re enjoying life 🤘🏻

[ozzyprogdomino]

That’s the bike have, in the same colour. Done about 700 miles on it since I bought it. Bloody love it. Can easily ride it for two hours in one go and not feel uncomfortable at all.

[Alniemi]

I love how you gave him a gift. So many people would not have done that. I love the reviews.

[jfess]

I bought a Z400 as a re-entry bike, since I had not ridden in almost 20 years. I originally thought that I would sell it after a few months to get something more powerful, but I enjoy it so much that I will keep it. Its light weight makes it more responsive that expected and makes it easy to push around in the garage. Taller riders might find it too cramped, but I am short with a 28" inseam, so it is fine for me. The only issue that I have had is with the mirrors. The mirrors were too close together for me to see much behind me, so I got a pair of "mirror extensions" that moved them a couple of inches to the side. Other than that, I love my Z400.

[MKhan-sdhu]

You are the 'Prettiest biker on YouTube.' Not those who show off their body and have nothing to say useful about biking. You give us useful information. Thanks 🙏

[johncourt]

Hi Doodle, a nice video, packed with good information on these 400cc range bikes, which you always have fun riding, and you speak from considerable experience. This was a great gesture by Jay, and by you for gifting him!

[rereichel]

Good review from a different perspective. Bigger isn't always better. I have 5000 miles on mine in 18 months. To reply to a question below, it's not gutless at low rpm. I can roll up in 6th gear easily from 40mph.

[toinfinitiandbeyond]

Your reviews are better than subject matter expert bc you give your perspective as a real world rider..thank you girl....

[discoveror]

Your size/fit observations are VERY valuable ... because it seems that MOST 'reviewers' refrain from noting anything that might limit sales (manufacturer pressure?). Nice job, Lassie.

[markusthedrummer]

I just bought a Z400. I sat on the Duke for 1.5 seconds. I couldn't have been more uncomfortable. I have no clue why people talk about the Duke all the time on YT. I'm 6 ft tall 185 lbs and I LOVE the Z400. It was a tough decision between the Yamaha MT-03 and the Z400. The Z just felt more comfortable all the way around and the Kawi clutch is much more forgiving than the amazing Yamaha. Hope that helps.

[davidgesell]

So funny, the 3 bikes she compares (The Duke, MT, and Ninja/Z400) were exactly the bikes I was considering. I ended up going with the Z400 actually and it's unbelievable fun. Sub'd

[quincyfry]

With a 2009 cbr1000r and a 2022 Busa also in the garage, my favorite bike to ride is still my 19 z400. With a tune, it's just FUN to ride!

[HARMARSCH]

Doodle, Jay was very appreciative of the gifts you gave him. 🙂. Obviously you like the Kawasaki Z400 a lot. Nice review of sorts. I laughed at future Doodle at the end of the video. Have a great weekend.

[AH-fgdk]

Another great real world review, of special interest to a returning rider (from the UK).👍👍

[avarria]

I got a z400 as my first proper motorcycle after riding a scooter. So far, it has been great. I can comfortably commute even on highways. I do eventually want something with more wind protection, but I want it to keep the light weight of the z400. Versys 400 would be wonderful.

[MrSpeed-ltgr]

That one has a really nice trim on it. Been riding the Z400 for just over a month now. 2022 model. And I have loved it very much.

[BernardWilkinson]

I'm really glad you mentioned your height. I'm a small man - 5' 5" so hearing that you can nearly flat foot it really helpful.

[micheal]

My first bike was a Kawasaki Z400 (1974). It had a sight glass. Right side, just past the brake, IIRC. Fun bike it was.

[PMitchell]

6:28, would be interesting to see your favorite bike care/detailing products. I tend to use waterless wash, dry with a waffle-weave microfiber, then apply a corrosion inhibitor and UV protectant.