Kawasaki W2

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The Kawsasaki W2 is a 650cc, twin cylinder, four stroke, street motorcycle manufactured by Kawasaki from 1968 through 1970.

Looking much like a Triumph Bonneville T140 or BSA Thunderbolt, the styling gave way to an updated Kawsasaki line of two stroke motorcycles which sold very well.

1968-1970 W2SS

1969 Kawasaki W2SS in Red
1969 Kawasaki W2SS in Red
1969 Kawasaki W2SS in Red
1969 Kawasaki W2SS in Red
1969 Kawasaki W2SS in Red


  • 650 cc
  • 4-Stroke, 2 Cylinder
  • Over Head Valve
  • 4-Speed Return Shift
  • Maximum Horsepower: 53 HP @7,000 rpm
  • Spark Plug: NGK B7ES
  • Tire Size
  • Front: 3.25H-18 4PR
  • Rear: 3.50H-18 4PR
  • Color
    • Fuel Tank: Black, Candy Red, Candy Blue
    • Front Fender: Stainless steel
  • Engine No.: W1E-00001-
  • Frame No.: W1F-00001-
  • Parts Catalogue No. : 99995- 1 10
  • Shop Manual No.: 99995-214
  • Remarks: Developed version of the W 1SS. Performance upgraded, and instruments separated from the headlight housing.

1969 W2TT

The Kawasaki W2TT used a dual exhaust system which was located on the left side. This gave the W2TT the appearance of a Tourist Trophy bike.

1969 Kawasaki W2TT


  • 650 cc
  • 4-Stroke, 2 Cylinder
  • Over Head Valve
  • 4-Speed Return Shift
  • Maximum Horsepower: 53 HP @7,000 rpm
  • Spark Plug: NGK B7ES
  • Tire Size
  • Front: 3.25H-184PR
  • Rear: 3.50H-18 4PR
  • Color
    • Fuel Tank: Candy Red, Candy Blue, Pastel Blue
    • Front Fender: Stainless steel
  • Engine No.: W 1 E-00001-
  • Frame No.: W1F-00001-
  • Parts Catalogue No.: 99995-110
  • Shop Manual No.: 99995-214
  • Remarks: Touring version of the W2TT. Can be identified by the twin mufflers on the left.

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