Kawasaki 2023 has announced that the 2023 W800, W800 STREET and W800 CAFE will be available for sale soon, and although the specifications are not different from those of the 202, new colours have been introduced. The W800 STREET is available in Pearl Storm Grey and the W800 CAFE is available in Ebony Black. The price of the W800 has been revised to ¥1,199,000, the W800 STREET to ¥1,133,000 and the W800 CAFE to ¥1,243,000 (all prices include tax), all of which are basically ¥20,000 to ¥40,000 more than the old model. The W800 is scheduled to go on sale on August 10, 2022 (Wed) and the W800 STREET/W800 CAFE on September 15, 2022 (Thu), and will be available at KAWASAKI Plaza throughout Japan.
W800
RRP: JPY 1,199,000 (tax included)
Colours: Metallic Slate Blue x Metallic Vandal Black
Release date: August 10, 2022 (Wed)
The W800, the flagship model of KAWASAKI’s traditional “W” series, is a bike that enriches the soul, combining “fun to drive”, “fun to own” and “fun to love”. With its 19″ front wheels, unique bevel gear-driven camshaft and 773cc parallel twin-cylinder engine, it recreates the thrill of the old days of driving big, heavy machines.
W800 STREET
RRP: ¥1,243,000 (tax included)
Colour: Pearl Storm Grey
Release date: 15 September 2022 (Thu)
A modern and reliable street bike with a straight back grip and low profile saddle. The width and position of the grips are designed to improve the position of the rider’s hands, as if recreating the original W1 riding position.
W800 CAFE
RRP: ¥1,243,000 (including tax)
Colour: Ebony Black
Release date: 15 September 2022 (Thu)
The Clubman’s narrow M-shaped handlebar, exclusive front fairing and Cafe saddle create a classic Cafe Racer look. It also has a sporty feel with an appropriate forward lean.
