Motorcycle specifications Kawasaki W 800 Final Edition 2016 The end of a constellation
presentation of the W 800 Final Edition 2016
It's the end of a story, the farewell of an icon. Kawasaki's symbol of vintage is bowing out. For the W800, Euro4 standards have sounded the death knell. After a long career that began in 1966 with the first W1, this roadster with its old-English profile could have taken offence at being pushed towards the exit and slipped away. Not so. The Kawasaki W800 will go out in style at the end of 2016 in this "Final Edition" livery.
With its retro look, chromed metal mudguards, bevel gear distribution on a not-very-powerful but endearing twin, spoked rims, and laid-back full look, the W 800 takes history with it and distinguishes itself from previous editions with this "Candy Brown and Candy Sunset Orange" color scheme. A little short for a true tribute; a small selection of special parts would have been welcome. A pair of tapered exhausts to flatter the 773 cm3 twin or a saddle embroidered with a "Final Edition" logo would have delicately sublimated the Adieu.
Above all, people will remember a long line of charming machines. The W 650 gave the W1 a renaissance back in 1999. For a time eclipsed, the apogee arrived with the W 800 in 2011, just as the retro wave began to invade our microcosm. The discovery of this machine had, in fact, garnered a fine array of effects. It was rounded off in fine style with atest of its Café Style version.
Goodbye, Miss W 800. Like so many others, Euro4 has condemned you. But let's trust that the Akashi-based manufacturer will one day offer you an offspring, just as Triumph did with its Bonneville T120 or Honda with its CB 1100 EX.
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Key facts Kawasaki W 800 Final Edition (2016) : What you need to know before you buy
Highlights
- A last stand
- Engaging engine
- Vintage look to match
Weak points
- Engine just breathing
- No special parts
- Vintage brakes too...
Prices
| Basic version | |
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 France |
8,999€
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Model sold in 2016
Performance
- Max speed : 180 km/h (111.80 mph) on the odometer
- Average fuel consumption : 5.50 liters/100km (0.43 mpg)
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Estimated range
: 255 km (158 miles)
Calculated range until tank is empty, not verified.
Specifications Kawasaki W 800 Final Edition 2016
- Chassis
- Frame : Double steel cradle
- Fuel capacity : 14 liters (3.70 US gallons)
- Seat height : 790 mm (31.10 in)
- Length : 2,180 mm (85.83 in)
- Width : 790 mm (31.10 in)
- Min height : 1,075 mm (42.32 in)
- Wheelbase : 1,465 mm (57.68 in)
- Weight when fully loaded : 216 kg (476 lb)
- Front axle
- Telehydraulic fork Ø 39 mm, Wheel travel : 130 mm (5.12 in)
- Braking 1 disc Ø 300 mm (11.81 in), 2-piston caliper
- Front tire : 100 / 90 - 19 → Order this type of tire
- Pressure : 2 bar
- Transmission
- 5 stage gearbox , manual
- Secondary by chain
- Rear axle
- 2 lateral shock absorbers, Wheel travel : 105 mm (4.13 in)
- drum brakes Ø 160 mm (6.3 in)
- Rear tire : 130 / 80 - 18 → Order this type of tire
- Pressure : 2.5 bar
- Motor
- two-cylinder Vertical , 4 strokes
- Injection Ø 34 mm
- Cooling system : by air
- 1 ACT
- 4 valves per cylinder
- 773 cc
- 48 ch (47.30 hp) to 7,000 rpm
- 6.40 mkg to 2,500 rpm
- Power-to-Weight Ratio : approx. 4.3 kg/ch
- Torque-to-Weight Ratio : approx. 31.79 kg/mkg
- Compression : 8.4 : 1
- Practical information
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Compare the W 800 Final Edition to its competitors
Compared to its 6 direct competitors, this W 800 Final Edition offers a fairly balanced positioning, sitting right in the middle of the category. On the spec sheet, it highlights fuel consumption of 5.5 l/100km and top speed of 180 km/h. Its torque-to-weight ratio of 31.79 kg/Nm limits its punch at low revs.
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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the W 800 Final Edition 2016
- What is the power of the W 800 Final Edition?
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The W 800 Final Edition 2016 develops a power of 48 ch (47.30 hp)
- What is the torque of the W 800 Final Edition?
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The maximum torque of the W 800 Final Edition 2016 is 6.40 mkg to 2,500 rpm.
- What is the maximum speed of the W 800 Final Edition?
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The W 800 Final Edition 2016 is capable of reaching a top speed of 180 km/h (111.80 mph) on the odometer on the track.
- What is the weight of the W 800 Final Edition?
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The W 800 Final Edition 2016 has a a weight when fully loaded of 216 kg (476 lb).
- What is the fuel consumption of the W 800 Final Edition?
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Average fuel consumption is estimated at 5.50 l/100km (0.43 mpg) according to the WMTC cycle.
- QWhat is the seat height of the W 800 Final Edition?
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To ensure good accessibility, the W 800 Final Edition 2016 offers a minimum seat height of 790 mm (31.10 in).
- What is the price of the W 800 Final Edition?
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The price of the W 800 Final Edition 2016 is 8,999€ in France
- What size tires should I put on my W 800 Final Edition?
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The standard size for a W 800 Final Edition 2016 is 100 / 90 - 19 for the front, and 130 / 80 - 18 for the rear.
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