The Kawasaki Ninja 400 is a zippy sportbike that’s all about balanced fun for new riders, track days, or highway blasts in India’s twisty roads. Discontinued in India since 2024 and replaced by the Ninja 500, the last model year was 2024 with no 2025 update here—though global 2025 versions got new colors like Candy Lime Green. Priced at Rs. 5.24 lakh ex-showroom for the single ABS variant (before discontinuation), it’s a premium entry for enthusiasts eyeing rivals like the Yamaha R3 or Aprilia RS 660. With a 399cc parallel-twin, 45 bhp punch, and 26 kmpl mileage, it sold steady till the end—grab a used one if you dig that faired agility without the big-bike heft.
Aerodynamic, Aggressive Design
This faired flyer measures 2172 mm long, 710 mm wide, 1120 mm tall, with a 1370 mm wheelbase that’s nimble for city weaves. At 175 kg kerb and 130 mm ground clearance, it hugs tarmac but skips minor bumps okay. The full fairing, dual LED headlamps, and sporty tank in Metallic Carbon Gray or Lime Green scream speed—17-inch alloys roll on 110/70 front and 150/60 rear tubeless tires for sharp grip. The 785 mm seat height suits 5’6″+ riders, with clip-ons and rearsets for that forward lean—slips into parking spots easy, though the fairing might scratch in tight garages.
Sporty, Connected Cockpit
Clip onto the sporty seat, and the wide bars with rear pegs give a committed lean—comfy for hours without cramps. The digital LCD console shows speed, fuel, gear position, and trip data, with Bluetooth via Rideology app for nav or call alerts on top trims. USB-C port juices your phone mid-ride, and the 14L tank tucks under the fairing for clean lines—no pillion grab, but the slim profile fits tight spots. It’s got that focused racer feel for track laps or highway runs, low vibes keeping it steady.
Peppy Twin Engine
The liquid-cooled 399cc parallel-twin BS6 mill cranks 45 bhp at 10,000 rpm and 37 Nm at 8,000 rpm—six-speed gearbox with slipper clutch shifts crisp, zipping 0-100 kmph in 5-6 seconds and topping 160 kmph. ARAI 26 kmpl (real-world 24-25) stretches the tank to 350-360 km at Rs. 4-5/km—torquey mid-range for overtakes, that rev-happy wail on throttle without drama. Telescopic forks up front (120 mm travel) and horizontal back-link mono-shock rear (130 mm) soak bumps decently, no harsh jolts on potholes—refined for highways, though it buzzes at redline.
Safety Basics Solid
Dual-channel ABS pairs 310 mm front and 220 mm rear discs for confident stops in rain, plus LED tail light and engine kill switch for night smarts. No traction control or extras, but the steel trellis frame and wide tires grip corners well—side-stand cut-off adds rookie-proofing. It’s tough for urban dings, eyeing 4-star Global NCAP with its lightweight build—safe enough for sporty newbies wanting thrill without the nanny.
Price and Used Hunt
Last new price Rs. 5.24 lakh ex-showroom—on-road Delhi Rs. 5.8-6 lakh with taxes/insurance before discontinuation. Used ones go for Rs. 3.5-4.5 lakh on OLX or BikeWale depending on km and condition. No 2025 stock in India, but global imports might hit Rs. 6-7 lakh; service at Kawasaki spots runs Rs. 3k-4k yearly—resale holds 70% after two years if babied.
Rider Buzz and Gripes
Owners rave about the handling and revs—”feels alive on tracks,” one Mumbai rider says—but mileage dips in city, and no quickshifter bugs purists. Service solid in metros, lags in sticks, and the twin hum annoys at idle. Vs. R3’s power or RS 660’s tech, Ninja 400 wins on lightness and price—top if entry sport’s your jam.
Quick Spec Scoop
Discontinued 2024, Rs. 5.24 lakh last price, 399cc twin, 45 bhp, 26 kmpl ARAI, dual ABS—one variant confirmed. Hunt used for deals—your sporty twin awaits.
