Just bought a new 2020. Only one in my state. Had to drive 200 miles to get it. Well worth it. Have 650 miles on it now. Love it. I'm 72yo and my last bike was a Yoshimura GSX-R 750. don't look good in plaster and bandages and my 1200 Nightster is a little too heavy. This bike has all the nostalgia of a 67 BSA w/ none of the pain !
I bought a 2019 model with 1,900 miles in 2022. Been riding it for a year now and absolutely love it. I don't ride much on the highways although it handles fine - not really a cruiser for long distances but it's a blast to ride.
Haha! I'm 39 and fell in love with the W800 Cafe and bought it new. I love it. But I now realize I am in my late 60's / early 70's (regarding to your review). :D Thank you for a great review anyway. Greetings from Sweden!
Haha I’m 40ish, and I love this bike, I want a retro cafe like this, not a modern one!! I’ll take this over royal enfield due to seat height and better quality for sure!!
I own the W800 Street and am insanely happy with it 😁 The bias ply tires feel fine and have a cool retro look. They do not squirm at all. Kawasaki linked with Dunlop in the development of them. The bike sounds great with the stock exhaust. I've ridden 10,000km in 7 months and can't stay off of it. I'm not sure what the tester is referring to when he says it bounces. It vibrates a little when new and loosens up after about 4000km. It never vibrates annoyingly, in fact it feels like you are on a real motorcycle, not a sewing machine. The bike delivers smooth power no matter what situation (in fact more than I can use and as much as I want). It is much lighter than I am used to so the 490lb feels quite flickable and easy to ride slow such as in tight U-turns.
I've ridden my W800 for 5 years. Great in town and country lanes. Not fast at all. Very practical. 65-70 mpg (proper British gallons). In best 3 bikes i've ever owned.
@Stephen Fell The best I've had is 72mpg after fitting a nose screen. Didn't try that hard either, just round town and B roads. I reckon 80 would be possible with a good effort.
@Chadfe Vision Brit and US miles the same. My bike is a 2015 version. For 2019 they might have made mods to the fuel injection but I doubt it would affect mpg to make it worse. I use standard 95 octane and ride only in quite fair weather at a steady pace ( i have a Z900 for faster rides). I would probably think it's the combination of mad riding and 91 fuel maybe? Runs smooth,? any fouling on plugs?
@@micahvelli_236 took me a little bit bc I was brand new to the motorcycle world, but I love it now. I get lots of compliments, there’s really not another one like it down where I live
@@micahvelli_236 I did the same thing! Took a motorcycle riding class and then went immediately to the dealership. Didn’t want to forget what I had been taught. Good luck! It’s a lot of fun, and it’s the only vehicle I have so I use that thing often
I don't believe it is the bias play tires as much as the tread pattern. I`ve had sport demons on bikes and they handled great. Chassis, suspension, tire size al play into the feel.
I would've loved this bike if they took everything and just made it a little bit bigger. I'm 6.1 but very big build (not fat) If i were to ride this i would just look silly.
Any of the W series bikes are nice to ride. But the paint on this one is hideous. I don't ever recall any bike from the late 60' s - early 70"s that had colours like that. The standard model is much better looking. Hard to believe this is the same company that got the look of their recent Z900RS so spot on, does this to a bike that's aimed squarely at the same rider that might be looking at a Bonneville. the colour & fairing looks like it was designed by the Sawzall crowd. Take a look at some of the paint schemes on the original W series from the 1960's - that's what they should have done. The red W800 in this video is more what would sway me from a Bonneville or even the Royal Enfield 650 Interceptor. ruclips.net/video/Cy2vm8FG28Y/видео.html
I agree. I want to like this bike but the color combos is awful.. I think the Royal Enfield Continental GT is a better looking bike. I like the RE but would have more confidence in the W800 because of Kawasaki's time tested reliability.
I bought one new starting to show signs of rust with under 400 miles on it poor quality expensive and price is dropping through the floor discounts up to 3k and still can’t shift them. Rear foot brake pedal to high at lowest setting no chance of feathering that. A swine to clean too many awkward welded bits on it especially around the rear swinging arm. Managed to get rid but lost a fortune but it is nice looking that’s why I bought it.
YOU are right. The discounts are at 3K. Almost brought it. Thought as NOT popular or there is a reason for it. YOU hit on the button! It must be the poor quality of the welds or the rust.
@@dhhjsjzjzjjhsjsjh I can only speak from experience, give me the RE Continental any time even sounds a lot better. The Kawasaki’s to cluttered even the battery’s a nightmare to get at.
I call bull shit. 10,000 km on my W800 Street and it still looks and works like brand new. I expect it will for a very long time. The brakes feel great, the welds are first class and no sign of rust. These bikes are carefully made in Japan in a time when most Japanese bikes are made in Thailand. These are high quality bikes that have a huge following in Japan.
the video is about the w800 CAFE' version.....how to you think cafe' bikes got their name? They would race from cafe' to cafe'. They are from the Rocker culture. True hipsters like retro things and also like coffee but that doesn't make the two groups the same.
I own one, I'm 58 with a lifetime of riding sports bikes behind me and I love the cafe, just a lovely bike. The quality of the build is outstanding.
Just bought a new 2020. Only one in my state. Had to drive 200 miles to get it. Well worth it. Have 650 miles on it now. Love it. I'm 72yo and my last bike was a Yoshimura GSX-R 750. don't look good in plaster and bandages and my 1200 Nightster is a little too heavy. This bike has all the nostalgia of a 67 BSA w/ none of the pain !
I bought a 2019 model with 1,900 miles in 2022. Been riding it for a year now and absolutely love it. I don't ride much on the highways although it handles fine - not really a cruiser for long distances but it's a blast to ride.
24 years old and I love how this bike looks and I’m definitely a super sport fan but something special about this one 👌
I'm 24 and I am gonna buy one!
I'm 34 years old, and I would totally buy this bike.
I’m 23 and I would too, if not the z900rs cafe
I'm 21 and I have
@@lukecouperthwaite3357 And I bet you're loving it!
Haha! I'm 39 and fell in love with the W800 Cafe and bought it new. I love it. But I now realize I am in my late 60's / early 70's (regarding to your review). :D Thank you for a great review anyway. Greetings from Sweden!
Haha I’m 40ish, and I love this bike, I want a retro cafe like this, not a modern one!! I’ll take this over royal enfield due to seat height and better quality for sure!!
I absolutely love this bike. This is the bike you would cruise around
I own the W800 Street and am insanely happy with it 😁 The bias ply tires feel fine and have a cool retro look. They do not squirm at all. Kawasaki linked with Dunlop in the development of them. The bike sounds great with the stock exhaust. I've ridden 10,000km in 7 months and can't stay off of it. I'm not sure what the tester is referring to when he says it bounces. It vibrates a little when new and loosens up after about 4000km. It never vibrates annoyingly, in fact it feels like you are on a real motorcycle, not a sewing machine. The bike delivers smooth power no matter what situation (in fact more than I can use and as much as I want). It is much lighter than I am used to so the 490lb feels quite flickable and easy to ride slow such as in tight U-turns.
Beautiful motorcycle.
Beautiful bike
Picking mine up next week….woooohoooooo
It's a beautiful bike. I'm 55 and I'd buy this.
I've ridden my W800 for 5 years. Great in town and country lanes. Not fast at all. Very practical. 65-70 mpg (proper British gallons). In best 3 bikes i've ever owned.
@Stephen Fell The best I've had is 72mpg after fitting a nose screen. Didn't try that hard either, just round town and B roads. I reckon 80 would be possible with a good effort.
@Chadfe Vision UK gallon = 4.55 litre. Are you using US gallon (3.78 litre) ???
@Chadfe Vision So to check, yours is a 2019 W800?
@Chadfe Vision Brit and US miles the same. My bike is a 2015 version. For 2019 they might have made mods to the fuel injection but I doubt it would affect mpg to make it worse. I use standard 95 octane and ride only in quite fair weather at a steady pace ( i have a Z900 for faster rides). I would probably think it's the combination of mad riding and 91 fuel maybe? Runs smooth,? any fouling on plugs?
Just bought one, first bike
Congrats man! Im hoping to get mine this coming monday
@@micahvelli_236 took me a little bit bc I was brand new to the motorcycle world, but I love it now. I get lots of compliments, there’s really not another one like it down where I live
@@pillmatik4239 thats awesome news man, i just finished my motorcycle class today, i passed and cant wait to get practicing and on the road
@@micahvelli_236 I did the same thing! Took a motorcycle riding class and then went immediately to the dealership. Didn’t want to forget what I had been taught. Good luck! It’s a lot of fun, and it’s the only vehicle I have so I use that thing often
@@pillmatik4239 i bought my 2016 Fz07 today and rode it damn near 6 hours straight.. 700ccs of pure magic.
I don't believe it is the bias play tires as much as the tread pattern. I`ve had sport demons on bikes and they handled great. Chassis, suspension, tire size al play into the feel.
Very good video, Kawasaki should do a 70s version, maybe a copy of Speed Twin!
the white head part to cover head light and speedometer, what do you call it, please? it is so symbolic and iconic for retro, vintage motorcycle
Kawasaki W800 or Honda CB1100 for daily bike ? Price/Quality.
If city/town riding the W800. Both bikes high quality. W800 much lighter but CB much more powerful.
Love to watch the motorcycle but not your lyrics dude
Honda any day Kawasaki to difficult to keep on top of to difficult to clean to many nooks and crannies far to cluttered
I'm 54 years old and just starting out. Would this be a good starter/forever bike for me?
First like and then see the video :)
必ず買う！
nice video! how tall is the rider?
I believe around 6 feet tall.
I would've loved this bike if they took everything and just made it a little bit bigger. I'm 6.1 but very big build (not fat) If i were to ride this i would just look silly.
Is seat leather?
What is Kawi doing with that brown
Can't decide to go with w800 or the triumph?
Well, the w800 is more special to me
Hey dude why are you putting in your video the words you already said. Just like a lyrics in a song. It make sense if it's the specs of the motorcycle
FYI; Meguro not Maguro, which means blue fin tuna.
Quanto sei alto?
Any of the W series bikes are nice to ride. But the paint on this one is hideous. I don't ever recall any bike from the late 60' s - early 70"s that had colours like that. The standard model is much better looking. Hard to believe this is the same company that got the look of their recent Z900RS so spot on, does this to a bike that's aimed squarely at the same rider that might be looking at a Bonneville. the colour & fairing looks like it was designed by the Sawzall crowd.
Take a look at some of the paint schemes on the original W series from the 1960's - that's what they should have done.
The red W800 in this video is more what would sway me from a Bonneville or even the Royal Enfield 650 Interceptor.
ruclips.net/video/Cy2vm8FG28Y/видео.html
I agree. I want to like this bike but the color combos is awful.. I think the Royal Enfield Continental GT is a better looking bike. I like the RE but would have more confidence in the W800 because of Kawasaki's time tested reliability.
Stick to the RE far better VFM
I think it's beautiful in person. It has really heavy metallic flake and goldish/bronze highlights in the sun I love it
I bought one new starting to show signs of rust with under 400 miles on it poor quality expensive and price is dropping through the floor discounts up to 3k and still can’t shift them. Rear foot brake pedal to high at lowest setting no chance of feathering that. A swine to clean too many awkward welded bits on it especially around the rear swinging arm. Managed to get rid but lost a fortune but it is nice looking that’s why I bought it.
Are you sure you've got the right video?
YOU are right. The discounts are at 3K. Almost brought it. Thought as NOT popular or there is a reason for it. YOU hit on the button! It must be the poor quality of the welds or the rust.
I’ve watched dozens of reviews and your experience seems to be the opposite of everyone else
@@dhhjsjzjzjjhsjsjh I can only speak from experience, give me the RE Continental any time even sounds a lot better. The Kawasaki’s to cluttered even the battery’s a nightmare to get at.
I call bull shit. 10,000 km on my W800 Street and it still looks and works like brand new. I expect it will for a very long time. The brakes feel great, the welds are first class and no sign of rust. These bikes are carefully made in Japan in a time when most Japanese bikes are made in Thailand. These are high quality bikes that have a huge following in Japan.
Music is mixed too and terrible. Cool bike tho.
That bullshit about the tyres
Someone at Kawasaki needs reaming with razorwire for that depressing used Military paint job. Terrible.
After riding, go to the cafe' and have a cappuccino. UGH. Cool bike but I don't fit that hipster, biden-esque image.
I'll pass.
Hipster? I don’t see that at all. This is an mature riders bike.
the video is about the w800 CAFE' version.....how to you think cafe' bikes got their name? They would race from cafe' to cafe'. They are from the Rocker culture. True hipsters like retro things and also like coffee but that doesn't make the two groups the same.