2012 Kawasaki W800 Special Edition. Image credits - Kawasaki.
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Gold style anodising wheel rims, just one subtle way the W800 Special Edition stands apart from the crowd. Cool matt black exhausts sound good and add subtle streetwise character.
General information
Model name
Kawasaki W800 Special Edition
Year of manufacture
2012
Type
Classic
Rating
4.0 See the detailed rating of design and look, engine performance, reliability, fun-factor, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Engine size
773.0 ccm (47.17 cubic inches)
Type of engine
Twin, four-stroke
Engine details
Black engine
Compression
8.4:1
Bore x stroke
77.0 x 83.0 mm (3.0 x 3.3 inches)
Valves per cylinder
4
Fuel system
Injection. Fuel injection: Ø 34 mm x 2 with sub-throttles
Fuel control
Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Lubrication system
Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Chain (final drive)
Clutch
Wet mDouble disk, manual
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type
Double-cradle, high-tensile steel
Rake (fork angle)
27.0°
Trail
108 mm (4.3 inches)
Front suspension
39 mm telescopic fork
Front wheel travel
130 mm (5.1 inches)
Rear suspension
Twin shocks with 5-way adjustable preload (Adjustable ride height)
Rear wheel travel
105 mm (4.1 inches)
Front tire
100/90-19
Rear tire
130/80-18
Front brakes
Single disc. Twin-piston caliper
Diameter
300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Diameter
160 mm (6.3 inches)
Seat
Black Cafe-Racer style single seat
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc
216.0 kg (476.2 pounds)
Seat height
790 mm (31.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height
1075 mm (42.3 inches)
Overall length
2180 mm (85.8 inches)
Overall width
790 mm (31.1 inches)
Ground clearance
125 mm (4.9 inches)
Wheelbase
1465 mm (57.7 inches)
Fuel capacity
14.00 litres (3.70 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options
Black/silver
Starter
Electric
Comments
Windshield
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