The Kawasaki W800 Special Edition motorcycle specifications include a 773 cc (47.17 cu in) engine, a 5-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 216 kg (476.2 lb).
Key specifications
The 2012 model is treated as the standard specification. Only later model years with a different supplied value are shown below.
How the Kawasaki W800 Special Edition compares
This compares the motorcycle with all Kawasaki models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the Kawasaki database average.
About 13% higher than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 65th percentile across Kawasaki models.
Very close to the Kawasaki database average. Around the 56th percentile across Kawasaki models.
Very close to the Kawasaki database average. Around the 42nd percentile across Kawasaki models.
About 8% smaller than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 37th percentile across Kawasaki models.
Dimensions compared with Kawasaki average
Each measurement is compared with the average value across Kawasaki models where that dimension is available.
2,180
2,122
Close to average.
790
833
5% below average.
1,075
1,175
9% below average.
1,465
1,441
Close to average.
790
801
Close to average.
125
187
33% below average.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 100/90-19 |
|---|---|
| Rear tire size | 130/80-18 |
| Front tire width | 100 mm |
| Front tire aspect ratio | 90% |
| Front rim diameter | 19 in |
| Rear tire width | 130 mm |
| Rear tire aspect ratio | 80% |
| Rear rim diameter | 18 in |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 0.93:1 (Undersquare) |
Engine specifications
| Engine type | Twin, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 773 cc (47.17 cu in) |
| Bore × stroke | 77.0 x 83 mm (3.0 x 3.3 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 8.4:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Fuel system | Injection. Fuel injection: Ø 34 mm x 2 with sub-throttles |
| Fuel control | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
| Starter | Electric |
| Lubrication | Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | Wet mDouble disk, manual |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | Double-cradle, high-tensile steel |
|---|---|
| Front suspension | 39 mm telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Twin shocks with 5-way adjustable preload (Adjustable ride height) |
| Front wheel travel | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 105 mm (4.1 inches) |
| Rake | 27.0° |
| Trail | 108 mm (4.3 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Single disc. Twin-piston caliper |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front tire | 100/90-19 |
| Rear tire | 130/80-18 |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 216 kg (476.2 lb) |
|---|---|
| Seat height | 790 mm (31.1 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,180 mm (85.8 inches) |
| Overall width | 790 mm (31.1 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,075 mm (42.3 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,465 mm (57.7 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 125 mm (4.9 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 14.00 L (3.70 US gal) |
|---|
Other specifications
| Color options | Black/silver |
|---|---|
| Seat | Black Cafe-Racer style single seat |
| Comments | Windshield |
Disclaimer: Specifications may vary by market, trim, production date and optional equipment, and scraped or historical data can contain errors. Comparison and percentile values are calculated from Kawasaki models in this specifications database. Always double-check important specifications against the motorcycle owner’s/service manual and official Kawasaki information before relying on them. Visit the official Kawasaki website.