Kawasaki W800 vs Kawasaki W650
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki W800 vs Kawasaki W650. Kawasaki W800: 47 hp @ 6,500 rpm hp, 221 kg (curb/wet weight) weight, top speed 180 km/h (estimated, manufacturer does not officially publish), Motoryk rating 8.0/10. Kawasaki W650: 50 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 202 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki W800
Kawasaki W650
Horsepower (hp)
47 hp
50 hp
Torque (Nm)
62.9 Nm
56 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
180 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
221 kg
202 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
47 hp @ 6,500 rpm
50 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
62.9 Nm @ 4,800 rpm
56 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
180 km/h (estimated, manufacturer does not officially publish)
175 km/h
Weight
221 kg (curb/wet weight)
202 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L, typical real-world average)
3.8 L/100km (approx. 26 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Kawasaki W800
8.0/10
"The most honest retro twin you can buy used today."
Pros
+Engine genuinely indestructible
+Exceptional real-world build quality
+Upright ergonomics suit everyone
Cons
−Chrome deteriorates without care
−Parts availability still patchy
−Lacks modern safety tech
Kawasaki W650
8.0/10
"The most honest classic twin money can currently buy used."
Pros
+Bulletproof engine reliability
+Stunning bevel-gear soundtrack
+Timeless classic styling
Cons
−Carb diaphragms crack regularly
−Fork seals fail prematurely
−Parts availability patchy
Top 10 Accessories
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