Perhaps the standard W800 the rest of the world gets?Someone at Kawasaki must have been listening (even if it was just to sales figures), as for 2020 Team Green has announced the W800 is coming to America, with its bench seat, chrome fenders and — thank goodness! Other parts are also less modernized, like the classic large, round turn signals with orange lens covers, silver spoked tube-type wheels (though now a 19-inch up front rather than the Cafe’s 18), aforementioned chrome fenders, chrome tank badging and polished finish on the gaitered fork tubes.Other modern conveniences carry over: standard 2-channel ABS, an assist-and-slipper clutch and a bright LED headlight. The W800 has more torque than the Enfield and the cachet of a gear driven valve train (even though it lacks the sixth gear of the Enfield — and Triumph). This new model is a more authentically styled edition that pays homage to the W1 of the 1960s. Retro bike, retro features. Photos courtesy Kawasaki. Discussion in 'Road Warriors' started by Birdmove, Nov 6, 2018.

— standard handlebar.The 773cc air-cooled vertical twin with its distinctive exterior cam shaft-drive is unchanged except for the polished aluminum finish, as opposed to the blacked-out look on the W800 Cafe. M. Dempsey, chain drive? Excellent bike though.I agree with Ironhorseman…WHY the chain drive? Although I didn’t use the kick starter much on my W650, I DID enjoy using it when I knew I had an audience watching, and I could throw them off as to how old was my bike!I don’t think the price is too far off, it appears to be a beautiful bike, wish electronic cruise control would be offered, as I enjoy taking these “purist” bikes out on the open road, click it in top gear and just kick back and enjoy the road for an hour or two.I had a 1969 TT back in ’71 and loved it. Notably, the standard W800 gets a centerstand, which was missing on the Cafe.Best of all, the W800 is priced a bit more competitively than its Cafe sibling, at $9,199. I know it’s not considered retro, I would have preferred belt drive rather than chain. return of the Kawasaki W800, cafe version. With numerous parts updated compared to previous W800, the W800 Cafe retro model has been thoroughly modernised to deliver rider-friendly machines with easy handling and good stability on the highway. Kawasaki dealerships are usually bigger and more willing to welcome a trade-in. Ill be taking the W800 thank you very much, Kawasaki has been building bikes for a long time.Hello everyone, really bugs me when uninformed squids say things like, “Why not buy a real Triumph” They are similar looking but have very different features that make for a very different character and soul; simple air cooling vs water cooling, long stroke engine vs short stroke, 360 degree crank vs 270 degree crank, distinctive bevel driven cams vs chain driven cams. Belt is worth the extra $100 added to MSRP, if even that!I really want a Triumph Bonneville T120, but the dealer network along with a British history of the bikes being a little troublesome at times, makes me want the Kawasaki. Absolutely !!!! Please.Universal Fit parts can be installed on various motorcycles and may require modification. 95. Universal Fit Universal Fit parts can be installed on various motorcycles and may require modification. makes a valid point, at least in cases where there are Triumph and Enfield dealers. When the sharp-looking W800 Cafe was announced for the U.S. market for 2019, reactions were predictably mixed. They handle much better than you would expect them to, and have a little bit of that British character that makes them very fun to ride. The primary differences between the standard 2020 Kawasaki W800 and the Cafe version are the handlebar and the seat. With numerous parts numerous parts updated from the original W1 and compared to the standard W800 - the W800 Cafe is a retro model that has been thoroughly modernized to deliver rider-friendly machines with easy handling and good stability on the highway. 99 $ 119.99 $ 139.99. But they are thin on the landscape and often not viewed as first-rate, albeit unfairly in most cases. 1. And while the Triumph T100 and T120 models outperform the W800, those looking for blazing performance are likely going to look at Kaw’s retro 900 models or the other big Kaw four bangers rather than a big parallel twin.I agree, that would be great. You'll also hear about special offers and events! It’s a true throwback to its 1960’s predecessor, the famed Kawasaki W1. Julia LaPalme May 15, 2019 .

The 2020 Kawasaki W800 comes in Candy Cardinal Red and exact availability is TBD.All is as it should be, finally, although retention of the W650’s kickstarter would have been a nice (and useful) retro touch.It’s nice, but how can it possibly compete with Triumph or for that matter, Royal Enfield? Dowco Guardian Weatherall Plus Trike Cover $ 101. Kawasaki Engine Guard W800 Cafe 2019-2020 $ 195. The W800 Cafe has a … 0 Comments. RevZilla offers shipping to your location!Please reference our International Shipping Policy for details.Return any unused item within 30 days for a full refund.RevZilla will match any advertised price on new merchandise available through another authorized U.S. dealer.Our goal is to provide the best possible shopping experience to every enthusiast who visits RevZilla.See what our customers are saying about us:Earn $5 for every qualified $100 you spend. Kawasaki W800 Café Pricing MSRP is below $10k in a single – but stylish – two-tone colorway. Kawasaki’s W800 is back in 2020 alongside the W800 Café for 2020. 2019 Kawasaki W800 Cafe first ride review.