Lightweight road bike Kawasaki ER-4 , produced since 2010, is, in fact, a training motorcycle, and has much in common with the famous “ruff” - Kawasaki ER-6 .
Like other 400 cc motorcycles, it is intended exclusively for the Japanese domestic market, although used copies are still distributed to other countries. The same Honda CB 400SF is one of the most frequently seen motorcycles on Russian roads, despite the fact that it was also created for the domestic Japanese market. If you look at the Kawasaki ER-4 from the outside, you may not immediately be able to distinguish it from its 600cc brother. Not surprising - the motorcycle is actually a copy of the ER-6, with the exception of the engine. Otherwise, this is the same motorcycle, except perhaps a little less powerful and a little lighter due to a more compact engine. Speaking of the engine, the liquid-cooled in-line twin installed on the ER-4 produces 42 hp. and 37 nm of torque, which is noticeably inferior to the older “four hundred”, such as the aforementioned Honda CB 400, Suzuki Bandit 400 or Yamaha XJR 400.
However, since the above-mentioned models, due to the advanced age of most copies, belong to a different price category, at the moment the main competitor of the Kawasaki ER-4 seems to be the Suzuki Gladius 400, equipped with an engine from the Suzuki SV 400 model. They are quite similar in parameters to the ER-4, but differ significantly in design. However, it’s hard to find fault with Kawasaki here - the ER-4 model looks modern and stylish, a kind of city dweller, from which you can’t tell that only a 400 cc engine is inserted into its steel frame.
However, thanks to the six-speed gearbox, the Kawasaki ER-4 is quite dynamic in the speed range used when driving around the city. The motorcycle accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in about five and a half seconds, and its top speed is about 170 km/h, and the ER-4 really picks up the first hundred quite quickly. The engine loves to rev, and peak power occurs at around 9,500 rpm. Despite belonging to the “four hundred” class, the motorcycle has normal dimensions, like its 600 cc brother in the model range. Most motorcyclists will find it quite comfortable, leaving behind only very large bikers. The bike also weighs a lot - dry weight is approaching 190 kg, but thanks to the low center of gravity you simply don’t notice it. The modest height of the saddle (78.5 cm) also allows you to confidently reach the ground with both feet.
Quite narrow, the Kawasaki ER-4 moves around the city with ease. Moderately stiff suspensions, of course, sometimes transfer road irregularities to the rider’s fifth point, but they contribute to really good handling, for which, by the way, many people love the not very powerful but flexible ER-6. The brakes are also good, and there are versions with an ABS system, which should appeal to novice motorcyclists.
There is one caveat - due to not the highest popularity in the secondary market, and also due to the fact that customs duties for a 400 cc motorcycle are not much inferior to those for a similar 600 cc motorcycle, in Russian motorcycle dealerships they ask for the amount for a Kawasaki ER-4, comparable in price to an ER-6 several years older. But if 400cc is enough for a motorcyclist, then a fresh and ABS-equipped ER-4 may be a good choice. In addition, given the wild popularity of the ER-6, from which all consumables and 95% of spare parts are suitable for the “four hundred”, there will definitely be no problems with this.
Motorcycle Kawasaki ER-4n 2015 review
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Kawasaki ER-4n is a very rare motorcycle in Russia equipped with a high-power 42hp engine. Despite the fact that good models of motorcycles have a very respectable price, and the season for their use is relatively short, the motorcycle market is developing rapidly. And if you believe the words of dealers, then some models of recently released motorcycles are selling like hot cakes at the beginning of the season, and the models brought to Russia are clearly not enough to fully satisfy consumer demand.
A motorcycle has long ceased to be an alternative to a car, and the times when this equipment was bought only because there was not enough money for a full-fledged car are forgotten. Nowadays, two-wheelers can be called technological marvels in many cases, and their cost can be compared with that of prestigious cars.
Many people have started buying motorcycles for hobby purposes as riding or even collecting them has become a good pastime for many people. Many motorcycles, for example the Kawasaki ER-4n, whose technical characteristics make it possible to call the model a prestigious brand, are in demand among both beginners and experienced motorcyclists.
Motorcycles with an engine capacity of 399 cc / 24.3 cu-in. see, appeared as a result of long work of inventors who sought to create a model that was not inferior in characteristics to other versions of the motorcycle. In some cases, these models are not only not inferior, but also ahead of other motorcycles, as they have minimal fuel consumption and other excellent parameters.
Motorcycles from 250 to 400 kb. see which includes the Kawasaki ER-4n - this is the most common class of motorcycles. In this range you already have a choice among almost all classes of motorcycles. Many people call this category the most suitable for a first motorcycle. You can purchase a moderately heavy, powerful and flexible motorcycle for relatively little money. Many people advise taking a road bike with a 400 cc engine as your first choice. We cannot completely agree with this, because such motorcycles often weigh about 200 kg and have a sufficient power reserve. If your skills in riding a two-wheeled vehicle are limited to a training motorcycle at a motorcycle school, then you should not immediately take such a device. Many beginners get into ridiculous accidents simply because they do not know all the features of operating such equipment. After all, the heavier and more powerful the motorcycle, the better you should know how to handle it in different situations. Even a monkey can just drive in a straight line (no joke).
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Ergonomics and strength. Meet the new KAWASAKI Ninja 400 2021
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The other day, deputy editor-in-chief of the MCN online magazine Richard Newland presented the release of the updated KAWASAKI Ninja 400 motorcycle. The impressions are so vivid that we simply cannot help but share them.
The old Ninja 300 was unable to overcome the strict limits of the Euro-4 environmental standard, so it left the stage to make room for the brand new Ninja 400. The new motorcycle boasts greater performance than its predecessor, all thanks to a completely new engine and chassis. In addition, the stated difference in weight between these models is 8 kg.
The upgraded power unit with a volume of 399 cubic centimeters produces a decent and commensurate volume of 44.8 horsepower. Its behavior is sprightly and active thanks to a larger airbox and an intake system with increased efficiency that captures downward oncoming airflow. While the new engine is comparable in physical size to the 2013-2017 Ninja 250 engines, the developers have lightened it by 1 kg in the updated version.
The motorcycle is equipped with a slipper clutch with an auxiliary release mechanism. This is a system that allows the clutch to slip during heavy engine braking and when downshifting. Due to this technical solution, significantly less effort is required when pressing the lever, which makes riding in dense city traffic easier, and also allows you to increase control over the bike when quickly reducing gearbox speeds.
Pictured: a bike in the signature color Lime Green & Ebony (lime green and ebony) (KRT Edition)
In addition to significant weight savings compared to its predecessor, the motorcycle's new chassis provides increased stability and agility. The fairly stiff, non-adjustable 41mm fork (previous model's 37mm fork) has been designed to provide more performance and confidence.
The bike's brakes feature Nissin's latest ABS unit, firmly controlling the 310mm semi-floating front disc. Star-like, 5-spoke alloy wheels, similar to those found on the older Ninja 650, also contribute to weight savings, while their improved lateral rigidity contributes to sharp handling and cornering stability.
The bike's seat height is just 785mm, making the Ninja 400 quite accessible for most riders, especially since the seat is narrowed by 30mm, which improves stability when stopping.
Pictured: KAWASAKI Ninja 400 in Metallic Spark Black (sparkling black metallic)
The front fairing of the motorcycle houses a pair of LED headlights, which house low and high beams, as well as LED side lights. In front of the rider is an instrument cluster similar to that found on the Ninja 650, adding to the high-quality feel of the bike.
The new KAWASAKI Ninja 400 has a fuel tank with a capacity of 14 liters. According to the manufacturer, the fuel supply is enough to cover almost 338 kilometers. Overall, the body panels are designed in such a way that the rider feels as if he is on a much larger bike than what would be expected from a 400/250cc bike. The body kit is even complemented by small spoilers on the lower part of the front fairing, just like on older models and the ZX-10R.
In the photo: Ninja 400 KRT feels confident on the track
The list of optional accessories includes a larger front fairing, charging socket, ergonomic seat with 30mm higher height, fuel tank bag and cover, radiator guard, frame-mount sliders, chainring guard, rear seat cover, helmet lock and U-shaped security lock.
Technical characteristics of KAWASAKI Ninja 400 2021:
Engine : 399 cc cm liquid-cooled, parallel-twin, 8 valves, DOHC timing system
Power : 44.8 l. With. at 10,000 rpm
Torque : 37.9 Nm at 8,000 rpm
Seat height : 785 mm
Weight : 168 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 14 liters
Available colors: Black and green.
This bright motorcycle is available for order.
