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2020 Kawasaki W800 and W800 Cafe [Model Overview]

2020 Kawasaki W800 and W800 Cafe

2020 Kawasaki W800 & W800 Cafe

The 2020 Kawasaki W800 is a sport heritage motorcycle designed to replicate the look and feel of the 1960’s Kawasaki W1. Using a 773 cc SOHC air cooled vertical twin, the W800 produces 51 crank HP and 44 lb-ft of crank torque, and has a slightly offset firing order that gives the bike a classic rumbling feel and note.

Two versions of the W800 are available: the standard W800 which is the middle of the range in Canada and Europe, and the base model in the USA, which has a tuck and roll seat, standard ABS, fuel injection and retro-modern gauges, and the W800 Cafe, which replaces the seat with a cafe racer seat that has a bolstered rear pad, and envelops the front of the bike with a classic style cafe racer cowl and windscreen.

The 2020 Kawasaki W800 starts at $9,199 US/$11,099 CA, and the 2020 Kawasaki W800 Cafe starts at $9,799 US/$11,499 CA

On this page: we’ve curated specs, features, news, photos/videos, etc. so you can read up on the new Kawasaki W800 and W800 Cafe in one place.

2020 Kawasaki W800 and W800 Cafe


Model Overview

General Info

  • Price: $9,799 US/$11,499 CA
  • Key Features:
    • Abs (Anti-lock Brake System)
    • Sound Tuning
    • LED Lighting

Key Specs

  • Engine type: 733cc, 4-stroke, Vertical Twin
  • Power: 51 Hp
  • Wet weight: 489 lbs
  • Seat height: 31.1 in

2020 Kawasaki W800 and W800 Cafe


2020 Kawasaki W800 and W800 Cafe Specifications

From Kawasaki

ENGINE

Engine 733cc, -stroke, vertical twin, SOHC, 8 valves, air-cooled
Power 51 Hp
Bore x Stroke 77mm x 83 mm
Compression Ratio
8.4:1
Fuel System DFI® with 34mm throttle bodies (2)
Starter Electric
Lubrication Forced lubrication, wet sump

DRIVETRAIN

Clutch Wet multi-disc, manual
Transmission 5-speed, return
Final Drive Sealed chain

CHASSIS

Suspension Front 41mm Telescopic fork/5.1 in
Suspension Rear Twin shocks with spring preload adjustability/4.2 in
Brakes Front Single 320mm petal-style disc with 2-piston calipers, ABS
Brakes Rear
Single 270mm petal-style disc with 2-piston caliper, ABS
Tires Front 100/90-19
Tires Rear 130/80-18
Fuel Tank Capacity 13 L (3.4 US gal.)
Color
Metallic Matte Fusion Silver/Metallic Spark Black

ELECTRICAL

Ignition
Digital
Spark Plugs
Headlight LED
Tail Light LED

DIMENSIONS

Overall Length 84.1 in (2140 mm)
Overall Width 32.5 in (825 mm)
Overall Height 44.7 in (1135 mm)
Wheelbase 57.7 in (1,465 mm)
Ground Clearance  5.1 in (130 mm)
Seat Height 31.1 in (790 mm)
Curb Weight 489 lbs (221 kg)

WARRANTY

Warranty 12 Month Limited Warranty
Extension

2020 Kawasaki W800 and W800 Cafe


2020 Kawasaki W800 and W800 Cafe Features

Assist & Slipper Clutch

Based on feedback from racing activities, the Assist & Slipper Clutch uses two types of cams (an assist cam and a slipper cam) to either drive the clutch hub and operating plate together or apart.

Under normal operation, the assist cam functions as a self-servo mechanism, pulling the clutch hub and operating plate together to compress the clutch plates. This allows the total clutch spring load to be reduced, resulting in a lighter clutch lever feel when operating the clutch.

When excessive engine braking occurs – as a result of quick downshifts (or an accidental downshift) – the slipper cam comes into play, forcing the clutch hub and operating plate apart. This relieves pressure on the clutch plates to reduce back-torque and helps prevent the rear tire from hopping and skidding. This race-style function is particularly useful when sport or track riding.

Sound Tuning

Kawasaki has long had a reputation for building great-sounding bikes – a characteristic inherent in the Kawasaki engine architecture – but it is only recently that effort has been put into crafting a specific auditory experience through careful sound tuning of either the intake or exhaust system.

Designed specifically to allow riders to enjoy their motorcycles aurally as well as physically, the carefully crafted auditory notes can be the key components of the street riding exhilaration offered by models that have benefitted from sound tuning. Sound tuning can include conducting sound research, designing intake and exhaust system components based on an acoustic test carried out in a sound room, and careful consideration of every detail of a system’s components to ensure a balance of performance and the desired sound.

ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)

Kawasaki ABS systems use front and rear wheel sensors to constantly monitor wheel speed. Should information from either of the sensors indicate that wheel lock has occurred, the ABS ECU directs the pump in the ABS unit to modulate brake fluid pressure (releasing and reapplying pressure so that traction can be regained) until normal operation resumes. ABS offers rider reassurance that contributes to greater riding enjoyment.


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