Review – Key Features – Features & Benefits – Specifications
2027 Kawasaki W175 LTD: YOUR RIDE OF PASSAGE.
Introducing the 2027 Kawasaki W175 LTD…
The Kawasaki W175 LTD draws inspiration from Kawasaki’s LTD models, combining classic styling with everyday functionality. A cushioned stepped seat, pullback-style handlebar and semi-double cradle frame create a relaxed, upright riding position. A 177cc air-cooled, SOHC single-cylinder engine, 17-inch front and rear wheels, an ABS-equipped front brake and a low 30.9-inch seat height make it an approachable choice for daily riding. For 2027, the W175 LTD is available in Ebony.
Start your journey with the W175 LTD motorcycle. Full-size and approachable, this Kawasaki-heritage inspired motorcycle offers the freedom of 2 wheels backed by a legendary legacy. From cafés to beyond the city limits, make your mark with authentic style and modern reliability. The W175 LTD isn’t just a rite of passage into motorcycle culture, it’s your ride of passage.
2027 Kawasaki W175 LTD Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features
- 177cc AIR-COOLED FUEL-INJECTED 4-STROKE ENGINE
- HIGHLY RIGID, LIGHTWEIGHT SEMI-DOUBLE CRADLE FRAME
- FULL-SIZE MOTORCYCLE DIMENSIONS
- TELESCOPIC FRONT FORK AND TWIN REAR SHOCKS FOR SUPPLE RIDE AND COMPOSED HANDLING
- AUTHENTIC, SIMPLE “W” STYLING
- ROOMY ERGONOMICS, RELAXED RIDER TRIANGLE, LOW SEAT HEIGHT
- ABS-EQUIPPED FRONT BRAKE
- STYLISH FULL-SIZE CAST WHEELS (17-IN FRONT/REAR) FOR STABLE HANDLING
- Engine balancer for reduced vibrations and refined ride quality
- Peashooter-style muffler with crisp exhaust note
- Highly supportive stepped seat
- Extended grab bar for passenger comfort
- Pullback-style handlebar for relaxed reach to grips
- Tipping guards to protect inner fork tubes
- Elegantly curved fuel tank
- Classic round headlight with chromed bezel
- Compact switchgear gives handlebar uncluttered appearance
- Convenient frame-integrated tie-down hooks to secure luggage
KAWASAKI ANNOUNCES FALL RELEASE OF 2027 STREET MOTORCYCLES
Kawasaki’s 2027 street motorcycle lineup returns this fall with models spanning sport, supersport, naked, retro, cruiser and touring categories. From compact motorcycles for everyday riding to supercharged performance machines and touring models equipped for longer journeys, the lineup offers a wide range of riding experiences. Returning models feature distinctive color and graphics options, giving riders more ways to “Let the Good Times Roll.”
2027 Kawasaki W175 LTD Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits
DISTINCTLY W
The W175 LTD motorcycle pairs a timeless retro silhouette with modern controls. From its teardrop fuel tank to classic round lights and peashooter-style muffler, every detail channels 1960s allure with today’s approachability.
VINTAGE LOOK
From top to bottom, the W175 LTD motorcycle wears its heritage with pride. Round mirrors and a comfortable stepped seat define its classic silhouette, while a steel front fender pairs with the close-hugging W-style rear fender to complete the full-size, retro stance. Cast wheels and a peashooter-style muffler round out the look, delivering vintage character with modern confidence.
RIDE FOR MILES
The 3.2-gal teardrop fuel tank is elegantly curved and modeled after the W230 motorcycle, keeping with a strong W family appearance.
LET YOUR LIGHTS SHINE
A bright 60W round headlamp with a chrome rim and matching Kawasaki heritage-inspired round turn signals give the W175 LTD motorcycle a laid-back yet premium look, while the W-style taillight underscores its iconic family DNA.
TIMELESS SIMPLICITY
Instrumentation centers on a classic analog-style speedometer, complemented by an odometer, trip meter, and indicator lamps for high beam, neutral, and turn signals. The detailed dial face adds a touch of vintage style that matches the bike’s relaxed, active character.
CONFIDENT STRENGTH
With its torquey fuel-injected engine, reliable braking, and full-size wheels and tires, the W175 LTD motorcycle delivers the perfect mix of confidence and excitement.
START YOUR ENGINE
The W175 LTD motorcycle’s 177cc single-cylinder fuel-injected engine starts effortlessly and delivers strong low- to mid-range torque, making city rides lively and fun.
5-SPEED FOR FUN
A 5-speed manual transmission puts you in control with gear ratios selected to take advantage of the engine’s strong torque, resulting in a sporty ride.
LOOKS GOOD. SOUNDS GREAT.
A curved header pipe flows into a peashooter-style muffler, giving the W175 LTD motorcycle its classic look. The matte-black finish matches the blacked-out engine, while the clear, crisp exhaust note delivers a satisfying sound that completes the experience.
SMOOTH ROAD AHEAD
Telescopic front forks and twin rear shocks with adjustable preload result in smooth, confident absorption over bumps. Tipping guards help protect the inner fork tubes while adding a touch of classic cruiser style.
STOP ON A DIME
Braking is precise and reliable, thanks to a 270mm front disc brake with a 2-piston caliper and a 110mm rear drum brake. Front wheel ABS offers added braking confidence. Mounted on 17‑in cast wheels with 80/100 front and 100/90 rear tires, the W175 LTD motorcycle delivers stability and comfort on every ride.
RIDE-FOCUSED COMFORT
Whether cruising down open roads or darting around town, the new full-size W175 LTD motorcycle puts you in a relaxed, natural riding position. Its light chassis, low seat, and approachable ergonomic features make every ride comfortable.
SETTLE INTO SIMLPICITY
The riding position is comfortably relaxed. Pullback-style handlebars, a low, supportive stepped seat, extended passenger grab bar, and relaxed reach to the ground, create a roomy, ergonomic setup.
GOOD VIBES ONLY
What you don’t feel matters as much as what you do. The W175 LTD motorcycle’s engine balancer minimizes vibration while ideally placed rubber-padded footpegs enhance rider comfort.
UNDER CONTROL
The compact switchgear keeps the handlebars clean and stylish. Underneath, modern internals ensure reliable performance.
2027 Kawasaki W175 LTD – Totalmotorcycle.com Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: $2,999 USD
Canada MSRP Price: $ See Dealer CDN
Europe/UK MSRP Price: £ See Dealer (On The Road inc 20% Vat)
POWER
| POWER | |
| Engine | 4-stroke, single-cylinder, SOHC, 2 valves, air-cooled |
| Displacement | 177cc |
| Bore x Stroke | 65.5 x 52.4mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 |
| Maximum Horsepower | 13 hp¹ @ 7,500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 9.6 lb-ft @ 6,000 rpm |
| Fuel System | DFI® with 28mm throttle body |
| Ignition | TCBI with Digital Advance |
| Transmission | 5-speed, return shift |
| Final Drive | Sealed chain |
| Electronic Rider Aids | Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) |
PERFORMANCE
| PERFORMANCE | |
| Front Suspension / Wheel Travel | 30mm telescopic fork/4.3 in |
| Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel | Twin shocks with spring preload adjustability/2.5 in |
| Front Tire | 80/100-17 |
| Rear Tire | 100/90-17 |
| Front Brakes | Single 245mm disc with 2-piston caliper and ABS |
| Rear Brakes | 110mm mechanical drum |
DETAILS
| DETAILS | |
| Frame Type | Semi-double cradle, steel |
| Rake/Trail | 26.0°/3.1 in |
| Overall Length | 78.9 in |
| Overall Width | 31.7 in |
| Overall Height | 44.5 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.9 in |
| Seat Height | 30.9 in |
| Estimated Dry Weight | 275.6 lb** |
| Curb Weight | 297.7 lb* |
| Fuel Capacity | 3.2 gal |
| Wheelbase | 52.0 in |
| Color Choices | Ebony |
*Curb weight includes all necessary materials and fluids to operate correctly, full tank of fuel (more than 90 percent capacity) and tool kit (if supplied). When equipped, California evaporative emissions equipment adds approximately 2.2 lb.
**Dry weight does not include all necessary materials and fluids to operate correctly, full tank of fuel (more than 90 percent capacity) and tool kit (if supplied).
¹This vehicle’s HP was measured according to ISO standard 4106. This ISO standard measures HP differently than the SAE standards by which the horsepower of many cars is measured, and as a result the referenced HP measurement may be higher than if it were measured by an SAE standard.
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