Kawasaki W800 vs Triumph Bonneville T120
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki W800 vs Triumph Bonneville T120. 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. Triumph Bonneville T120: 80 hp @ 6,550 rpm hp, 228 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 193 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki W800
Triumph Bonneville T120
Horsepower (hp)
47 hp
80 hp
Torque (Nm)
62.9 Nm
105 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
180 km/h
193 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
221 kg
228 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
47 hp @ 6,500 rpm
80 hp @ 6,550 rpm
Torque
62.9 Nm @ 4,800 rpm
105 Nm @ 3,500 rpm
Top Speed
180 km/h (estimated, manufacturer does not officially publish)
193 km/h
Weight
221 kg (curb/wet weight)
228 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L, typical real-world average)
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L 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
Triumph Bonneville T120
8.5/10
"The finest modern classic money can buy used, full stop."
Pros
+Gorgeous authentic styling
+Strong torquey parallel twin
+Excellent build quality
Cons
−Early fuelling can be hesitant
−Chrome deteriorates quickly
−Suspension basic for spirited riding
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