The Z400 features a trellis frame similar in design to that of the Ninja H2. Kawasaki’s advanced dynamic rigidity analysis was used to ensure optimum rigidity with light weight. The engine is rigid-mounted and used as a stressed member. The new frame design contributes significantly to the bike’s low curb mass.

Den idealle afstand mellem sæde og styr gør køre stillingen komfortabel og afslappet, samt giver god plads til de fleste personer. Den oprette kørestilling og det brede styr, giver føreren den ideelle position til aktiv kontrol, hvilket giver de rette omstændigheder for dynamisk og sporty kørsel.

Designing the engine from scratch allowed the engine layout to be optimised for size, weight and efficiency. The new engine is comparable in size to that of the 2013-2018 Z250. Numerous weight reduction efforts keep weight to a minimum – despite a larger displacement. The clean design trimmed of any unnecessary items, and the revamped layout enable a slim engine and a cooling system with minimised external piping.

Z400 leverer markant højere ydeevne sammenlignet med sin forgænger, Z300.
Årsagen til den højere ydeevne kan overordnet set krediteres luftindtaget, som er ledsaget af en større luftfilter kasse, hvilket resultere i øget indsugningseffektivitet.
Den højnede ydeevne suppleres af godt bundtræk og hurtig gasrespons til glæde for nye såel som erfarne kørere.

The Z400 is equipped with the same stacked instrument cluster as the Z650. Offering an easy-to-read layout, the analogue-style tachometer features a gear position indicator at its centre and sits atop a multi-function LCD screen.

Den korte akselafstand og lange svingarm, suppleret med en stejl kronrørsvinkel leverer let og naturlig håndtering. Motorcyklens lette vægt bidrager også til nemmere manøvrering, når du ikke sidder på motorcyklen.

While seat height is 785 mm (when radial tyres are fitted), the slim design of both the seat (30 mm narrower) and the rear of the engine gives riders an unobstructed line for their feet to reach the ground.

Measuring ø310 mm (the same size as those of the Z1000), the Z400/250’s semi-floating front disc offers sure stopping power. A rigid new front brake master cylinder helps eliminate ineffective (idle) stroke, contributing to controllability, while carefully selected brake hose dimensions and material contribute to brake touch. All models are equipped with ABS and feature the latest ABS unit from Nissin, the most compact and lightweight available.

Z400 kombinerer en skarp aggresiv stil med smidige køreregenskaber og fremragense ydelse. 
Med klare referencer til et rovdyr klar til at slå kløerne i sit bytte er det Japanske Sugomi design koncept stærkt.  
Z400 har en stærk styling, der med det samme genkendes som en Kawasaki Supernaked. 

In addition to contributing to the Z400’s sharp looks, the newly designed LED headlamp is highly visible and offers significantly increased brightness and a wider illuminated path.

Tank pad, beskytter tanken mod småridser.

More rigid ø41 mm telescopic fork delivers better suspension action. The front wheel feels really planted, direction changes are made easily (even when the bike is fairly upright – handy when navigating traffic jams), and overall the suspension offers the plushness of a larger displacement bike.

Omfattende bestræbelser på at minimere vægten, bl.a. ved stel og motor, resulterer i en vægt på kun 167 kg for Z400 - hvilket gør den til den letteste to cylindrede i klassen.

More compact clutch (ø139 mm >> ø125 mm) with less rigid operating plates offers a lighter lever pull. Complementing the extremely light feel at the lever, the new clutch has a wider engagement range, facilitating control.