2012 Kawasaki W800 Special Edition - VOTED: AWESOME
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2012 Kawasaki W800 Special Edition - VOTED: AWESOME
2012 Kawasaki W800 Special Edition
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2012 Kawasaki W800 Special Edition Review
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 favour of plastic throughout- Deep chrome and buffed engine covers add to high-quality finish- Even small parts are formed of blacked-out aluminium- 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.
2012 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 favour 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 favour 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.
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2012 Kawasaki W800 Special Edition - UK/European Specifications/Technical Details
Engine
Fuel system
Fuel injection:?34 mm x 2 with sub-throttles
Ignition
Digital
Starting
Electric
Lubrication
Forced lubrication, wet sump
Engine type
Air-cooled, 4-stroke Vertical Twin
Displacement
773 cm³
Bore x stroke
77.0 x 83.0 mm
Compression ratio
8.4:1
Valve/Induction system
SOHC, 8 valves
Transmission
Clutch
Wet multi-disc, manual
Primary reduction ratio
2.095 (88/42)
Gear ratios: 1st
2.353 (40/17)
Gear ratios: 2nd
1.590 (35/22)
Gear ratios: 3rd
1.240 (31/25)
Gear ratios: 4th
1.000 (28/28)
Gear ratios: 5th
0.851 (23/27)
Final reduction ratio
2.467 (37/15)
Transmission
5-speed, return
Final Drive
Chain
Frame
Frame type
Double-cradle, high-tensile steel
Rake/Trail
27° / 108 mm
Wheel travel, front
130 mm
Wheel travel, rear
105 mm
Tyre, front
100/90-19M/C 57H
Tyre, rear
130/80-18M/C 66H
Steering angle, left / right
37° / 37°
Suspension
Suspension, front
39 mm telescopic fork
Suspension, rear
Twin shocks
Type: Twin shocks
Spring preload: 5-way
Brakes
Brakes, front
Type: Single 300 mm disc
Caliper: Twin-piston
Brakes, rear
Type: Drum, 160 mm
Dimensions
Dimensions (L x W x H)
2,180 x 790 x 1,075 mm
Ground Clearance
125 mm
Wheelbase
1,465 mm
Seat height
790 mm
Fuel capacity
14 litres
Curb Mass
216 kg
Performance
Maximum power
35 KW (48 PS) / 6,500 rpm
Maximum torque
60 Nm (6.1 kgf-m) / 2,500 rpm
http://www.totalmotorcycle.com/motorcyc ... dition.htm
2012 Kawasaki W800 Special Edition Review
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 favour of plastic throughout- Deep chrome and buffed engine covers add to high-quality finish- Even small parts are formed of blacked-out aluminium- 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.
2012 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 favour 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 favour 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.
----------------
2012 Kawasaki W800 Special Edition - UK/European Specifications/Technical Details
Engine
Fuel system
Fuel injection:?34 mm x 2 with sub-throttles
Ignition
Digital
Starting
Electric
Lubrication
Forced lubrication, wet sump
Engine type
Air-cooled, 4-stroke Vertical Twin
Displacement
773 cm³
Bore x stroke
77.0 x 83.0 mm
Compression ratio
8.4:1
Valve/Induction system
SOHC, 8 valves
Transmission
Clutch
Wet multi-disc, manual
Primary reduction ratio
2.095 (88/42)
Gear ratios: 1st
2.353 (40/17)
Gear ratios: 2nd
1.590 (35/22)
Gear ratios: 3rd
1.240 (31/25)
Gear ratios: 4th
1.000 (28/28)
Gear ratios: 5th
0.851 (23/27)
Final reduction ratio
2.467 (37/15)
Transmission
5-speed, return
Final Drive
Chain
Frame
Frame type
Double-cradle, high-tensile steel
Rake/Trail
27° / 108 mm
Wheel travel, front
130 mm
Wheel travel, rear
105 mm
Tyre, front
100/90-19M/C 57H
Tyre, rear
130/80-18M/C 66H
Steering angle, left / right
37° / 37°
Suspension
Suspension, front
39 mm telescopic fork
Suspension, rear
Twin shocks
Type: Twin shocks
Spring preload: 5-way
Brakes
Brakes, front
Type: Single 300 mm disc
Caliper: Twin-piston
Brakes, rear
Type: Drum, 160 mm
Dimensions
Dimensions (L x W x H)
2,180 x 790 x 1,075 mm
Ground Clearance
125 mm
Wheelbase
1,465 mm
Seat height
790 mm
Fuel capacity
14 litres
Curb Mass
216 kg
Performance
Maximum power
35 KW (48 PS) / 6,500 rpm
Maximum torque
60 Nm (6.1 kgf-m) / 2,500 rpm
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Re: This Week: 2012 Kawasaki W800 Special Edition - VOTE NOW
In case you are thinking... "Man, I'd like one of those!", it's not available in North America as of yet... but if the response is positive here and Kawasaki does read this forum, then maybe...
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Re: This Week: 2012 Kawasaki W800 Special Edition - VOTE NOW
I love this bike, but hate this colour - therefore I can only give the "special edition" a cool rating...
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Re: This Week: 2012 Kawasaki W800 Special Edition - VOTE NOW
I guess I'm a retro kind of guy cause for me this bike is freakin awesome all the way.
By the way, the link at the top of the page is for the wrong bike.
By the way, the link at the top of the page is for the wrong bike.
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Re: This Week: 2012 Kawasaki W800 Special Edition - VOTE NOW
It's retro, and I like the colour scheme, plus there is something about those old parallel twins with peashooter silencers...it just screams awesome to me....I'd buy one in a heart beat...if I had the pennies and it was available here.
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Re: This Week: 2012 Kawasaki W800 Special Edition - VOTE NOW
The old W650 that was only sold here for one year (2001) was cool. I guess this bike would be pretty cool if it was for sale here.....
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Re: This Week: 2012 Kawasaki W800 Special Edition - VOTE NOW
Although I can't buy one, I still have to vote Awesome, I just love the looks of it. I do wish it had the (backup) kick starter like the W650 had, I would probably not use it much but, there is just something cool about kicking an engine to life (I grew up on dirtbikes).
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Doh! Fixed - thanks for the tip.rayian wrote:I guess I'm a retro kind of guy cause for me this bike is freakin awesome all the way.
By the way, the link at the top of the page is for the wrong bike.
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Re: This Week: 2012 Kawasaki W800 Special Edition - VOTE NOW
I too love the retro styling and the colour scheme. I voted awesome and would love to have one of these for my daily commute...
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Re: This Week: 2012 Kawasaki W800 Special Edition - VOTE NOW
Effin' awesome.
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