MTB Hopper vs Ninja MTB: Portable Jump Ramps Compared
MTB Hopper and Ninja MTB both make portable, adjustable bike jump ramps. The closest matches are MTB Hopper INTRO and Ninja TURBO, MTB Hopper LITE and Ninja MACH 1, and MTB Hopper COACH and Ninja APPROACH. INTRO and LITE weigh less than their Ninja matches, and COACH packs five riding positions into one ramp.
MODEL BY MODEL
| MTB Hopper ramp | Weight | Closest Ninja MTB ramp | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| INTRO | 3.5 kg (7.7 lbs) | TURBO | 13 lbs (5.9 kg) |
| LITE | 5.7 kg (12.6 lbs) | MACH 1 | 18 lbs (8.2 kg) |
| COACH | 15.2 kg (33.5 lbs) | APPROACH | 32 lbs (14.5 kg) |
Ninja MTB weights as listed on the product pages in September 2026, ridelikeaninja.com.
INTRO VS NINJA TURBO
INTRO is the lighter first ramp: 3.5 kg (7.7 lbs) against 13 lbs (5.9 kg) for the TURBO. INTRO adjusts from 290 to 350 mm (11.4 to 13.8 in), and Ninja lists the TURBO at 10 to 13 in. INTRO sets up in 30 seconds, carries like a backpack and holds 130 kg (286 lbs) of rider and bike, where Ninja lists 280 lbs for the TURBO.
LITE VS NINJA MACH 1
LITE weighs 5.7 kg (12.6 lbs), and the MACH 1 weighs 18 lbs (8.2 kg). LITE turns from a ramp into a backpack in 15 seconds. Its height adjusts from 365 to 475 mm (14.4 to 18.7 in), and the curve of the riding surface changes with it, from almost flat for drops to steep for airy jumps. Ninja lists the MACH 1 at 16 to 22 in high with a 290 lbs limit, and LITE carries 130 kg (286 lbs).
COACH VS NINJA APPROACH
COACH and APPROACH weigh about the same: 15.2 kg (33.5 lbs) for COACH and 32 lbs (14.5 kg) for APPROACH. COACH switches between five positions in one ramp: MINI roll-down, LONG JUMP, AIRY JUMP, DROP and LAND. It rolls on its own wheels, carries with backpack straps, handles gaps from 0.5 to 10 m and connects to a second COACH to build a tabletop.
SETUP AND CARRYING
Every MTB Hopper ramp assembles without tools, with parts that interlock. From backpack to first jump, LITE takes 15 seconds. The smaller MTB Hopper ramps (INTRO, LITE and STREET) travel on your back pre-assembled, and the bigger ones (COACH, LIL AIR, AIR and AREA 51) roll on wheels without coming apart.
WHERE THE RAMPS ARE MADE
MTB Hopper makes its ramps in its own manufacturing facilities in Lithuania, with production certified to ISO 9001:2015, and ships to American riders from a US warehouse. Ninja MTB builds its ramps in the USA and ships from Oregon.
RIDING MTB HOPPER AND NINJA RAMPS TOGETHER
Some riders own ramps from both brands and ride them together. Three MTB Hopper customers describe their setups:
"I also love that this can be set up as a tabletop jump with my ninja mach 1 and approach ramps." Brandon Wood, on MINI PAD
"Using it as a lander has been great for the lite ramp and my Ninja turbo as well." Christopher Frye, on COACH
"Paired up with my Ninja Hopper Coach Jump makes for a wonderful practice scenario." Randal Johnson, on MINI PAD
Wondering why a Ninja ramp can carry the Hopper name? Read the story of MTB Hopper in the USA.
A COACH'S QUIVER
"I have 3 of your ramps: Lite, Coach, Air. This should complete the quiver! I use them for private jump lessons, group lessons, community events, and my own personal fun. They are so good. I've tried Ninja (...) and other brands. Yours are the BEST." Joseph Olivarez, Founder and President of Matthew Mark Foundation, Lifted Academy, Bella Vista, Arkansas
FAQ
Which is lighter, MTB Hopper or Ninja MTB?
For beginner and portable ramps, MTB Hopper is lighter. MTB Hopper INTRO weighs 3.5 kg (7.7 lbs) against 13 lbs for the Ninja TURBO, and LITE weighs 5.7 kg (12.6 lbs) against 18 lbs for the Ninja MACH 1. MTB Hopper COACH (15.2 kg) and Ninja APPROACH (32 lbs, 14.5 kg) weigh about the same.
What is the MTB Hopper version of the Ninja MACH 1?
LITE is the closest MTB Hopper match for the Ninja MACH 1. MTB Hopper LITE weighs 5.7 kg (12.6 lbs), adjusts from 365 to 475 mm (14.4 to 18.7 in), carries 130 kg (286 lbs) of rider and bike and turns into a backpack in 15 seconds.
Can I use an MTB Hopper landing with a Ninja ramp?
MTB Hopper customers do. One rider sets up the MTB Hopper MINI PAD as a tabletop with Ninja MACH 1 and APPROACH ramps, and another uses MTB Hopper COACH as a landing for a Ninja TURBO. MTB Hopper lists MINI PAD as compatible with its own INTRO, LITE, STREET and COACH ramps.
Where are MTB Hopper ramps made?
MTB Hopper makes its ramps in its own manufacturing facilities in Lithuania, with production certified to ISO 9001:2015. Orders to the United States ship from a US warehouse, and standard delivery takes 3 to 4 business days.