Kawasaki has announced the release of the 2023 versions of the W800, W800 STREET, and W800 CAFEmodels, with no differences in specifications from the 2022 models, but with new colors: Metallic Slate Blue and Metallic Diablo Black for the W800, Pearl Storm Grey" for the W800 STREET, and Pearl Storm Gray and Ebony for the W800 CAFE, respectively. Prices have also been revised, with the W800 at 1,199,000 yen (approx. 9050 USD), the W800 STREET at 1,133,000 yen, and the W800 CAFE at 1,243,000 yen [approx. 9400 USD] (all prices include tax), a 20,000-40,000 (approx. 360 ~ 720 USD) increase over the previous models. The W800 will go on sale on August 10, 2022 (Wed), and the W800 STREET/W800 CAFE on September 15, 2022 (Thu), and will be available at Kawasaki Plazas nationwide.
W800
Manufacturer's suggested retail price: approx. 9050 USD (including tax)
Colors:Metallic Slate Blue × Metallic Diablo Black
Release date:Wednesday, August 10, 2022
The W800, the flagship of Kawasaki's traditional "W" brand lineup, is a model that is packed with the joys of handling, owning, and loving, a model that will enrich your heart and soul. The W800 revives the pleasure of controlling a big bike of the past with features such as 19-inch front wheels and a 773cc vertical twin engine with a unique bevel-gear-driven camshaft.
W800 STREET
Manufacturer's suggested retail price: approx. 9400 USD (including tax)
Colors: Pearl Storm Gray
Release date:Thursday, September 15, 2022
Upright-style handlebars and a low-profile seat make this a modern and reliable street model in the lineup.
The handlebar width and position are positioned high enough for the rider's hands, reminiscent of the position held by the original W1.
W800 CAFE
Manufacturer's suggested retail price: approx. 9400 USD (including tax)
Colors:Ebony
Release date:Thursday, September 15, 2022
The lineup is finished in a classic café racer style with features such as a narrowed clubman-style M-shaped handlebar, a special front cowl, and a café seat. The moderate forward-leaning position gives the bike a sporty image.
Main Specifications
| Model | W800 W800 STREET W800 CAFE | |
| Total length (mm) | 2,190 2,135 21,35 | |
| Overall width (mm) | 790 925 825 | |
| Overall height (mm) | 1,075 1120 1135 | |
| Seat height (mm) | W800 W800 CAFE 790mm W800 STREET | |
| Weight (kg) | 226 221 223 | |
| Engine type | Air-cooled 4-stroke, in-line 2-cylinder/SOHC 4-valve | |
| Engine displacement (cm3) | 773 | |
| Maximum output (PS)/rpm) | 52/6,500 | |
| Maximum torque (N-m)/rpm) | 62/4,800 | |
| Fuel tank capacity (L) | 15.0 | |
| Transmission type | Permanent engagement type 5-step return | |
| Tire | Front | 100/90-19M/C 57H |
| Rear | 130/80-18M/C 66H | |
| Brake | Front | Hydraulic single disc 320mm (OD) |
| Rear | Hydraulic single disc 270mm (OD) | |
Original Source [ Kawasaki Motors Japan, Ltd. ]
