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W800, the latest member of a fifty year Kawasaki W dynasty with an attention to detail and level of engineering craftsmanship that few machines possess. From the assured, easy handling to the evocative vintage ride appeal, W800 is the evolution of the authentic Original Icon, making yesterday alive today.
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Faces on the classic dual-dial instrumentation feature model-specific typeface, reflecting the character of the W800.
Faces on the classic dual-dial instrumentation feature model-specific typeface, reflecting the character of the W800.
Large round turn signals with orange lenses (instead of compact clear turn signals†) add to the classic styling. Chrome turn signal bodies contribute to the high-quality looks.
Large round turn signals with orange lenses (instead of compact clear turn signals†) add to the classic styling. Chrome turn signal bodies contribute to the high-quality looks.
Long-stroke engine tuned for low-mid range performance delivers plenty of torquey feel-good power. The rich engine pulse reminds riders that they are piloting a Twin engine machine. Fuel injection delivers clean, efficient, hassle-free operation. Unlike the predominantly black engines of the W800 STREET and CAFE, the W800’s engine is mostly a brilliant silver, which draws attention to its classic form and inherent beauty.
Long-stroke engine tuned for low-mid range performance delivers plenty of torquey feel-good power. The rich engine pulse reminds riders that they are piloting a Twin engine machine. Fuel injection delivers clean, efficient, hassle-free operation. Unlike the predominantly black engines of the W800 STREET and CAFE, the W800’s engine is mostly a brilliant silver, which draws attention to its classic form and inherent beauty.
In addition to the model-specific colour & graphics, a number of features further distinguish the W800 from the W800 STREET and CAFE while contributing to its high-quality looks.
In addition to the model-specific colour & graphics, a number of features further distinguish the W800 from the W800 STREET and CAFE while contributing to its high-quality looks.
Centre stand, featured standard, facilitates maintenance chores. Large stepping surface make it easy to lift the bike onto the stand.
Centre stand, featured standard, facilitates maintenance chores. Large stepping surface make it easy to lift the bike onto the stand.
Chrome tank emblems complement the tank’s lustrous paint. Knee pads on the tank feature the same design as the W800 CAFE.
Chrome tank emblems complement the tank’s lustrous paint. Knee pads on the tank feature the same design as the W800 CAFE.
Long, comfortable tuck & roll seat with thick, ribbed padding has plenty of room for rider and passenger. The front of the seat was shaped to facilitate the reach to the ground, and the seat features piping around the edge.
Long, comfortable tuck & roll seat with thick, ribbed padding has plenty of room for rider and passenger. The front of the seat was shaped to facilitate the reach to the ground, and the seat features piping around the edge.
A blend of retro and modern designs, the large Ø 170 mm LED headlamp casts a bright, white light for great night-time visibility. It features six chambers (four for low-beam, two for high-beam). Position lamps in the highbeam chambers ensure the whole lamp appears lit, like a retro-style bulb headlamp. Details like a convex lens and chromed headlamp ring add to the high-quality, classic design.
A blend of retro and modern designs, the large Ø 170 mm LED headlamp casts a bright, white light for great night-time visibility. It features six chambers (four for low-beam, two for high-beam). Position lamps in the highbeam chambers ensure the whole lamp appears lit, like a retro-style bulb headlamp. Details like a convex lens and chromed headlamp ring add to the high-quality, classic design.
The W800 handlebar puts the rider in a relaxed riding position, between that of the upright, “classic bike” style position of the W800 STREET and the sporty forwardleaning position of the W800 CAFE. (The handlebar position is the same as that of the previous W800.)
The W800 handlebar puts the rider in a relaxed riding position, between that of the upright, “classic bike” style position of the W800 STREET and the sporty forwardleaning position of the W800 CAFE. (The handlebar position is the same as that of the previous W800.)
Large-diameter 19” front and 18” rear wheels give the W800 its classic handling: a fine balance of relaxed, light turning and straight-line stability. The large front wheel especially contributes a characteristic unhurried steering feeling. By comparison, the 18”/18” wheels of the W800 STREET and CAFE deliver slightly sportier handling.
Large-diameter 19” front and 18” rear wheels give the W800 its classic handling: a fine balance of relaxed, light turning and straight-line stability. The large front wheel especially contributes a characteristic unhurried steering feeling. By comparison, the 18”/18” wheels of the W800 STREET and CAFE deliver slightly sportier handling.
Faces on the classic dual-dial instrumentation feature model-specific typeface, reflecting the character of the W800.
Faces on the classic dual-dial instrumentation feature model-specific typeface, reflecting the character of the W800.
Large round turn signals with orange lenses (instead of compact clear turn signals†) add to the classic styling. Chrome turn signal bodies contribute to the high-quality looks.
Large round turn signals with orange lenses (instead of compact clear turn signals†) add to the classic styling. Chrome turn signal bodies contribute to the high-quality looks.
Long-stroke engine tuned for low-mid range performance delivers plenty of torquey feel-good power. The rich engine pulse reminds riders that they are piloting a Twin engine machine. Fuel injection delivers clean, efficient, hassle-free operation. Unlike the predominantly black engines of the W800 STREET and CAFE, the W800’s engine is mostly a brilliant silver, which draws attention to its classic form and inherent beauty.
Long-stroke engine tuned for low-mid range performance delivers plenty of torquey feel-good power. The rich engine pulse reminds riders that they are piloting a Twin engine machine. Fuel injection delivers clean, efficient, hassle-free operation. Unlike the predominantly black engines of the W800 STREET and CAFE, the W800’s engine is mostly a brilliant silver, which draws attention to its classic form and inherent beauty.
In addition to the model-specific colour & graphics, a number of features further distinguish the W800 from the W800 STREET and CAFE while contributing to its high-quality looks.
In addition to the model-specific colour & graphics, a number of features further distinguish the W800 from the W800 STREET and CAFE while contributing to its high-quality looks.
Centre stand, featured standard, facilitates maintenance chores. Large stepping surface make it easy to lift the bike onto the stand.
Centre stand, featured standard, facilitates maintenance chores. Large stepping surface make it easy to lift the bike onto the stand.
Chrome tank emblems complement the tank’s lustrous paint. Knee pads on the tank feature the same design as the W800 CAFE.
Chrome tank emblems complement the tank’s lustrous paint. Knee pads on the tank feature the same design as the W800 CAFE.
Long, comfortable tuck & roll seat with thick, ribbed padding has plenty of room for rider and passenger. The front of the seat was shaped to facilitate the reach to the ground, and the seat features piping around the edge.
Long, comfortable tuck & roll seat with thick, ribbed padding has plenty of room for rider and passenger. The front of the seat was shaped to facilitate the reach to the ground, and the seat features piping around the edge.
A blend of retro and modern designs, the large Ø 170 mm LED headlamp casts a bright, white light for great night-time visibility. It features six chambers (four for low-beam, two for high-beam). Position lamps in the highbeam chambers ensure the whole lamp appears lit, like a retro-style bulb headlamp. Details like a convex lens and chromed headlamp ring add to the high-quality, classic design.
A blend of retro and modern designs, the large Ø 170 mm LED headlamp casts a bright, white light for great night-time visibility. It features six chambers (four for low-beam, two for high-beam). Position lamps in the highbeam chambers ensure the whole lamp appears lit, like a retro-style bulb headlamp. Details like a convex lens and chromed headlamp ring add to the high-quality, classic design.
The W800 handlebar puts the rider in a relaxed riding position, between that of the upright, “classic bike” style position of the W800 STREET and the sporty forwardleaning position of the W800 CAFE. (The handlebar position is the same as that of the previous W800.)
The W800 handlebar puts the rider in a relaxed riding position, between that of the upright, “classic bike” style position of the W800 STREET and the sporty forwardleaning position of the W800 CAFE. (The handlebar position is the same as that of the previous W800.)
Large-diameter 19” front and 18” rear wheels give the W800 its classic handling: a fine balance of relaxed, light turning and straight-line stability. The large front wheel especially contributes a characteristic unhurried steering feeling. By comparison, the 18”/18” wheels of the W800 STREET and CAFE deliver slightly sportier handling.
Large-diameter 19” front and 18” rear wheels give the W800 its classic handling: a fine balance of relaxed, light turning and straight-line stability. The large front wheel especially contributes a characteristic unhurried steering feeling. By comparison, the 18”/18” wheels of the W800 STREET and CAFE deliver slightly sportier handling.
Sound tuning enhances the exhilaration a Kawasaki motorcycle offers by complementing the sensations the rider feels with a carefully crafted auditory component.
Kawasaki has long had a reputation for building great-sounding bikes – a characteristic inherent in Kawasaki’s engine architecture – but it is only recently that effort has been put into crafting a specific auditory experience though careful sound tuning of either the intake or exhaust system.
Designed specifically to allow riders to enjoy their motorcycles aurally as well as physically, the carefully crafted auditory notes can be the key components of the street riding exhilaration offered by models that have benefitted from sound tuning. Sound tuning can include conducting sound research, designing intake and exhaust system components based on acoustic test carried out in a sound room, and careful consideration of every detail of a system’s components to ensure a balance of performance and the desired sound.
Based on racing technology, the Assist & Slipper Clutch acts as both a back-torque limiter and a self-servo mechanism that enables a lighter clutch lever pull.
Based on feedback from racing activities, the Assist & Slipper Clutch uses two types of cams (an assist cam and a slipper cam) to either drive the clutch hub and operating plate together or apart. Under normal operation, the assist cam functions as a self-servo mechanism, pulling the clutch hub and operating plate together to compress the clutch plates. This allows the total clutch spring load to be reduced, resulting in a lighter clutch lever feel when operating the clutch. When excessive engine braking occurs as a result of quick downshifts (or an accidental downshift) the slipper cam comes into play, forcing the clutch hub and operating plate apart. This relieves pressure on the clutch plates to reduce back-torque and helps prevent the rear tyre from hopping and skidding. This race-style function is particularly useful when sport or track riding.
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ensures stable braking performance by preventing wheel lock during braking.
Sudden over-application of the brakes, or braking on low-grip surfaces (surfaces with a low coefficient of friction) such as wet asphalt or manhole covers may cause a motorcycle's wheel(s) to lock up and slip. ABS was developed to prevent such incidents. Kawasaki ABS systems are controlled by high precision and highly reliable programming formulated based on thorough testing of numerous riding situations. By ensuring stable braking performance, they offer rider reassurance that contributes to greater riding enjoyment. And to meet the special requirements of certain riders, specialised ABS systems are also available. For example, KIBS (Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System) is a high-precision brake system designed specifically for supersport models, enabling sport riding to be enjoyed by a wider range of riders. And by linking the front and rear brakes, K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology) ABS provides the confidence to enjoy touring on heavyweight models. Kawasaki is continually working on the development of other advanced ABS systems.
ERGO-FIT is an interface system that allows a wide range of riders to feel at one with their machine.
Proper fit is key for rider comfort and control. However, the ideal fit varies from rider to rider, depending on their physical dimensions and riding style. ERGO-FIT is an interface system designed to allow riders to find their ideal riding position. Various points of the chassis interface (the handlebar, footpegs and seat, etc) can be adjusted through a combination of interchangeable parts and parts with adjustable positions. This enables a wide range of riders to find a riding position that offers both comfort and control. Feeling at one with their machine, they will be able to experience how Kawasaki machines are fun and rewarding to ride. *Adjustable parts and their range of adjustability vary by model.
Dual Throttle Valves offer increased power and greater ease of use care of a second set of ECU-controlled throttle valves.
Late-model sport bikes often use large-bore throttle bodies to generate high levels of power. However, with large diameter throttles, when a rider suddenly opens the throttle, the unrestricted torque response can be strong. Dual throttle valve technology was designed to tame engine response while contributing to performance.
On models with dual throttle valves, there are two throttle valves per cylinder: in addition to the main valves, which are physically linked to the throttle grip and controlled by the rider, a second set of valves, opened and closed by the ECU, precisely regulates intake airflow to ensure a natural, linear response. With the air passing through the throttle bodies becoming smoother, combustion efficiency in improved and power is increased.
Sound tuning enhances the exhilaration a Kawasaki motorcycle offers by complementing the sensations the rider feels with a carefully crafted auditory component.
Kawasaki has long had a reputation for building great-sounding bikes – a characteristic inherent in Kawasaki’s engine architecture – but it is only recently that effort has been put into crafting a specific auditory experience though careful sound tuning of either the intake or exhaust system.
Designed specifically to allow riders to enjoy their motorcycles aurally as well as physically, the carefully crafted auditory notes can be the key components of the street riding exhilaration offered by models that have benefitted from sound tuning. Sound tuning can include conducting sound research, designing intake and exhaust system components based on acoustic test carried out in a sound room, and careful consideration of every detail of a system’s components to ensure a balance of performance and the desired sound.
Based on racing technology, the Assist & Slipper Clutch acts as both a back-torque limiter and a self-servo mechanism that enables a lighter clutch lever pull.
Based on feedback from racing activities, the Assist & Slipper Clutch uses two types of cams (an assist cam and a slipper cam) to either drive the clutch hub and operating plate together or apart. Under normal operation, the assist cam functions as a self-servo mechanism, pulling the clutch hub and operating plate together to compress the clutch plates. This allows the total clutch spring load to be reduced, resulting in a lighter clutch lever feel when operating the clutch. When excessive engine braking occurs as a result of quick downshifts (or an accidental downshift) the slipper cam comes into play, forcing the clutch hub and operating plate apart. This relieves pressure on the clutch plates to reduce back-torque and helps prevent the rear tyre from hopping and skidding. This race-style function is particularly useful when sport or track riding.
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ensures stable braking performance by preventing wheel lock during braking.
Sudden over-application of the brakes, or braking on low-grip surfaces (surfaces with a low coefficient of friction) such as wet asphalt or manhole covers may cause a motorcycle's wheel(s) to lock up and slip. ABS was developed to prevent such incidents. Kawasaki ABS systems are controlled by high precision and highly reliable programming formulated based on thorough testing of numerous riding situations. By ensuring stable braking performance, they offer rider reassurance that contributes to greater riding enjoyment. And to meet the special requirements of certain riders, specialised ABS systems are also available. For example, KIBS (Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System) is a high-precision brake system designed specifically for supersport models, enabling sport riding to be enjoyed by a wider range of riders. And by linking the front and rear brakes, K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology) ABS provides the confidence to enjoy touring on heavyweight models. Kawasaki is continually working on the development of other advanced ABS systems.
ERGO-FIT is an interface system that allows a wide range of riders to feel at one with their machine.
Proper fit is key for rider comfort and control. However, the ideal fit varies from rider to rider, depending on their physical dimensions and riding style. ERGO-FIT is an interface system designed to allow riders to find their ideal riding position. Various points of the chassis interface (the handlebar, footpegs and seat, etc) can be adjusted through a combination of interchangeable parts and parts with adjustable positions. This enables a wide range of riders to find a riding position that offers both comfort and control. Feeling at one with their machine, they will be able to experience how Kawasaki machines are fun and rewarding to ride. *Adjustable parts and their range of adjustability vary by model.
Dual Throttle Valves offer increased power and greater ease of use care of a second set of ECU-controlled throttle valves.
Late-model sport bikes often use large-bore throttle bodies to generate high levels of power. However, with large diameter throttles, when a rider suddenly opens the throttle, the unrestricted torque response can be strong. Dual throttle valve technology was designed to tame engine response while contributing to performance.
On models with dual throttle valves, there are two throttle valves per cylinder: in addition to the main valves, which are physically linked to the throttle grip and controlled by the rider, a second set of valves, opened and closed by the ECU, precisely regulates intake airflow to ensure a natural, linear response. With the air passing through the throttle bodies becoming smoother, combustion efficiency in improved and power is increased.
Engine type | Air-cooled, 4-stroke, V-twin |
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Compression ratio | 8.4:1 |
Valve system | SOHC, 4 valves |
Bore x stroke | 77.0 x 83.0 mm |
Displacement | 773 cm³ |
Fuel system | Fuel injection: 34 mm x 2 |
Lubrication | Forced lubrication, wet sump |
Starting system | Electric |
Ignition system | Digital |
Maximum power | 35.0 kW {48 PS} / 6,000 rpm |
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Maximum torque | 62.9 N•m {6.4 kgf•m} / 4,800 rpm |
CO2 emission | 119 g/km |
Fuel consumption | 4.8 l/100km |
Transmission | 5-speed, return shift |
Clutch | Wet, multi disc |
Primary reduction ratio | 2.095 (88/42) |
Gear ratios 1st | 2.353 (40/17) |
Gear ratios 2nd | 1.591 (35/22) |
Gear ratios 3rd | 1.240 (31/25) |
Gear ratios 4th | 1.000 (28/28) |
Gear ratios 5th | 0.852 (23/27) |
Final drive | Sealed chain |
Final reduction ratio | 2.467 (37/15) |
Frame type | Double-cradle, high-tensile steel |
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Trail | 108 mm |
Wheel travel front | 130 mm |
Wheel travel rear | 107 mm |
Tyre, front | 100/90-19 M/C 57H |
Tyre, rear | 130/80-18 M/C 66H |
L x W x H | 2,190 x 790 x 1,075 mm |
Steering angle L/R | 37° / 37° |
Wheel base | 1,465 mm |
Ground clearance | 125 mm |
Fuel capacity | 15.0 litres |
Seat height | 790 mm |
Curb mass | 226 kg |
Front brake type | Single disc |
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Front brake diameter | Ø 320 mm |
Front brake caliper type | Dual-piston |
Rear brake type | Single disc |
Rear brake diameter | Ø 270 mm |
Rear brake caliper type | Dual-piston |
Front suspension type | Telescopic fork |
Front suspension diameter | Ø 41 mm |
Rear suspension type | Twin shocks with spring preload adjustability |
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