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Kawasaki's 2027 Ninja 400 Arrives September 5 at 814,000 Yen

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Kawasaki will launch the 2027 Ninja 400 in Japan on September 5, 2026, priced at 814,000 yen including tax. It retains the 398cc parallel-twin engine, now paired with a downdraft intake for better airflow and strong low-end torque, aimed at being approachable for beginners while still satisfying experienced riders.

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Shinji Hanoura

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You can tell from the spec sheet alone that keeping the 398cc twin but adding a downdraft intake is a serious move by the development team. Low-end torque should be noticeably thicker than the outgoing model. At 814,000 yen with this level of finish, this is exactly the part that gets my heart racing.