2024Kawasaki Ninja 400 KRT

★ 2.0

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The 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 400 KRT is an entry-level sportbike designed for new and younger riders seeking an accessible gateway into sport motorcycle riding. Its lightweight 399cc twin-cylinder engine delivers manageable power with modern features like assist and slipper clutch, making it ideal for learning fundamental riding skills. Known for its nimble handling, fuel efficiency, and approachable performance, the Ninja 400 KRT strikes the perfect balance between excitement and control for novice riders.

Capacity: 399.0 ccm
Engine: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 165.0 kg
Seat height: 785 mm
Power: 44.8 HP (33.0 kW)

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What’s new for the 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 400 KRT

vs the 2023

Spec	2023	2024
Front brakes	Single disc. Single petal-type disc with 2-piston calipers. ABS.	Single disc. Petal-type disc with 2-piston calipers. Optional ABS.
Rear brakes	Single disc. Single petal-type disc with single-piston caliper. ABS.	Single disc. Petal-type disc with single-piston caliper. Optional ABS.

Other years 2021 2022 2023 2024

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering65%

City riding70%

Daily riding72%

Touring58%

Two-up55%

Track45%

Best for: Built as an approachable sport bike for mixed commuting, weekend twisty-road fun, and occasional longer rides rather than dedicated track use.
Built for: A friendly, torquey parallel twin with a trellis frame and slipper clutch gives confident, predictable handling that rewards smooth inputs over outright aggression.
Not ideal for: Not the right choice for riders seeking serious off-road capability or those wanting flagship superbike-level top-end power and track performance.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 785mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 400 KRT, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 399.0 ccm
Power: 44.8 HP (33.0 kW)
Engine type: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.2715 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 70.0 x 51.8 mm
Compression: 11.5:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: TCBI w/digital advance
Lubrication system: Forced lubrication, wet sump
Torque: Not on record - add it

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Assist and Slipper Clutch

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1370 mm
Overall length: 1990 mm
Overall width: 710 mm
Overall height: 1120 mm
Seat height: 785 mm
Dry weight: 165.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 3.70 litres
Ground clearance: 140 mm

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Trellis, high-tensile steel
Front suspension: 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Horizontal back-link with adjustable spring preload
Front wheel travel: 119 mm
Rear wheel travel: 130 mm
Rake (fork angle): 24.7°
Trail: 91 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc. Petal-type disc with 2-piston calipers. Optional ABS.
Front brakes diameter: 310 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. Petal-type disc with single-piston caliper. Optional ABS.
ABS: Optional
Front tyre: 110/70-17
Rear tyre: 150/70-17

Other

Color options: Lime Green/Ebony/Pearl Blizzard White
Warranty: 12
Comments: Special Kawasaki Racing Team (KRT) edition. Small windscreen. Economical Riding Indicator.

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.