Kawasaki W800 Special Edition

Kawasaki W800

Manufacturer	Kawasaki
Also called	W800 Chrome Edition, W800 Black Edition, W800 Special Edition, W800 Final Edition, W800 Street, W800 Cafe, W 800
Production	2012
Engine	Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, SOHC, 4 valve per cylinder,
Compression ratio	8.4:1
Ignition type	Digital
Transmission	5 Speed
Frame type	Wet multi-disc, manual
Suspension	Front: 39 mm telescopic fork Rear: Twin shocks with 5-way spring preload adjustment
Brakes	Front: Single 300mm disc 2 piston caliper Rear: 160mm drum
Front Tire	100/90-19
Rear Tire	130/80-18
Wheelbase	1465 mm / 57.6 in
Seat height	790 mm / 31.1 in
Weight	(dry), 216 kg / 476.2 lbs (wet)
Fuel capacity	14 Liters / 3.6 gal
Manuals	Service Manual
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Engine

The engine was a Air cooled, cooled Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, SOHC, 4 valve per cylinder,. The engine featured a 8.4:1 compression ratio.

Chassis

It came with a 100/90-19 front tire and a 130/80-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single 300mm disc 2 piston caliper in the front and a 160mm drum in the rear. The front suspension was a 39 mm telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a Twin shocks with 5-way spring preload adjustment. The W800 Special Edition was fitted with a 14 Liters / 3.6 gal fuel tank. The wheelbase was 1465 mm / 57.6 in long.

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Overview

Kawasaki W 800 Special Edition

Dark and interesting, the W800 Special Edition mixes matt and gloss black surfaces with gold anodised style rims, detail features and subtle highlights into an intoxicating cocktail. Back to the future, the new W800 Special Edition delivers a classic blend of retro style with up the minute technology. Drawing fans of all ages, the quality and W heritage of the air-cooled parallel twin shine through. Classic Beauty + Vintage Ride Feel + Historic Roots The W800 Special Edition is the result of a thorough pursuit of the beauty and ride feel posessed by vintage notorcycles. It offers a rare beauty care of components meticulously crafted down to the smallest detail, as well as a feeling of authentic quality that can only come from using metal parts. The throb of the air-cooled Vertical Twin engine and the distinct handling character that comes with large-diameter wheels recalls the ride feel of machines from an older generation, gone but not forgotten. The W800 Special Edition, in both looks and feel, pays homage to Kawasaki's legendary W1, the model that started a brand that spans 45 years.

Classic Beauty

Beautiful Appearance Care of Meticulously Sculpted Forms-Visual impact from air-cooled Vertical Twin engine with iconic bevel-gear- driven-cam- Classic image from well-balanced chassis with large-diameter wheels- Meticulous attention to detail- Simple yet elegant muffler design Metal Parts Add Radiance and Authentic Quality- Metal parts used in favor of plastic throughout- Deep chrome and buffed engine covers add to high-quality finish- Even small parts are formed of blacked-out aluminum- Corrosion-resistant parts ensure lasting beauty. Vintage Ride Feel Vertical Twin Engine Rich in Character- Loads of feel-good pulse from an engine displacing 773 cm3 - Unique pulse care of a 360° crankshaft- Maximum torque at 2,500 rpm- Strong low-mid range torque enhances unhurried pleasure of a Vintage Ride- Heavy flywheel contributes to the strong torque feeling in the low-mid range- Now with fuel injection. Kawasaki W800 Special Edition Features and Benefits All the great features of the W800 plus: Wheel rims - Gold style anodising, just one subtle way the W800 Special Edition stands apart from the crowd Black engine parts - Contrast and compare. The W800 Special Edition shines thanks to a black engine and clever highlights Matt black exhaust - Talk softly, but speak strong. Cool matt black exhausts sound good and add subtle streetwise character. Emblem on tank - The look of love. Every time you look down you can see the unique Kawasaki Special Edition logo Vertical Twin Rich in Character The W800 Special Edition produces loads of feel-good pulse from the Vertical Twin engine displacing 773cm3. The strong low-mid range torgue enhances the unhurried pleasure of the vintage ride. Electronic Fuel Injection The W800 Special Edition features a fuel injection system that does not take away from the vintage look of the motorcycle.

Historic Roots The W800 Special Edition is the latest model in a brand that spans 45 years with Kawasaki's original W1 debuting in 1966. It was the largest displacement Japanese model of its time.

Metal...Not Plastic! Metal parts are used in favor of plastic throughout the W800 Special Edition. Corrosion-resistant parts have also been used to ensure lasting beauty. Large Diameter Wheels The 19" front and 18" rear wheels add to the classic appearance of the W800 Special Edition. The 19" front provides that classic handling feel with a fine balance of relaxed, light turning and straight line stability.

Seat

Long, comfortable seat with thick, ribbed padding has plenty of room for rider and passenger. Urethane at the front of the seat is shaped to facilitate the reach to the ground. Piping around the edge of the seat follows the line between the rider and passenger's legs to ensure it does not cut into the rider's thighs when at a halt. Details

As much as possible, plastic was eschewed in favor of metal. The result is a feeling of authentic quality that can only be obtained from the solid feel of metal parts. "W" styling

Voluptuous fuel tank finished in high-quality paint contributes to the W800 Special Edition's aura of functional elegance. Newly designed tank emblems, finished in chrome, contribute to the high quality appearance. Adjustable levers

5-way adjustable clutch lever and 4-way adjustable brake lever enable riders to fine-tune lever span. Front brake

Single 300 mm front disc brake offers sure stopping power. Large headlamp

Large headlamp is offset wonderfully by the speedometer and tachometer and simple console. Elegant muffler design

Simple, elegant muffler design comprises smooth curves and long, straight lines.

Peashooter-style silencers with slim chambers and long tailpipes add a vintage touch. Instrumentation

Traditional instrumentation includes individual speedometer and tachometer with classic display. A multi-function LCD screen incorporates an odometer, tripmeter, and clock. A full range of indicator lamps includes an FI warning lamp, dual turn signal indicators, low fuel level indicator, high beam indicator, neutral indicator, and oil pressure warning lamp. Classic-styled Engine

"Building a beautiful engine" was a key concept when designing the air-cooled Vertical Twin. The classic-styled engine is lightweight, simple and a joy to behold. Iconic bevel-gear-driven cam adds beauty to the cylinder head while contributing to the engine's classical appearance. Rear shock absorbers

Dual rear shock absorbers, adjustable for spring preload, offer a smooth ride and clean look. Traditionally styled front fork

Traditionally styled front fork uses rubber gaitors to protect the fork tubes and ensure long fork seal life. Outer tubes have a buffed finish, which contributes to the light looking front end.

Make Model	Kawasaki W 800 Special Edition
Year	2012
Engine Type	Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, SOHC, 4 valve per cylinder,
Displacement	773 cc / 47.1 cu-in
Bore X Stroke	77.0 x 83.0 mm
Cooling System	Air cooled,
Compression	8.4:1
Lubrication	Wet sump
Induction	Fuel injection:cp34 mm x 2 with sub-throttles
Ignition	Digital
Starting	Electric
Max Power	35 kW / 48 hp @ 6500 rpm
Max Toque	60 Nm / 6.1 kg-fm @ 2500 rpm
Transmission	5 Speed
Final Drive	Chain
Gear Ratio	2.353 (40/17) 2nd 1.590 (35/22) 3rd 1.240 (31/25) 4th 1.000 (28/28) 5th 0.851 (23/27)
Frame	Wet multi-disc, manual
Front Suspension	39 mm telescopic fork
Front Wheel Travel	130 mm / 5.1 in
Rear Suspension	Twin shocks with 5-way spring preload adjustment
Rear Wheel Travel	105 mm / 4.1 in
Front Brakes	Single 300mm disc 2 piston caliper
Rear Brakes	160mm drum
Front Tire	100/90-19
Rear Tire	130/80-18
Rake	27°
Trail	108 mm / 4.2 in
Dimensions	Length 2180 mm / 85.8 in Width 790 mm / 31.1 in Height 1075 mm / 42.3 in
Wheelbase	1465 mm / 57.6 in
Seat Height	790 mm / 31.1 in
Wet Weight	216 kg / 476.2 lbs
Ground Clearance	126 mm / 4.9 in
Fuel Capacity	14 Liters / 3.6 gal