Unfortunately I can't as I am a fidget with a twitch. I have a new camera now though, with a bigger fov so hopefully it cuts down on this issue. I am trying to improve
Why only this and Triumph? what is with Moto Guzzi, RE, they are in my opinion much more comparable with the air cooled engine in the retro market than Triumph.
I honestly forgot the moto guzzi and had posted it before I realised. I'm hoping to ride a guzzi soon, the other guzzi I rode I was pleasantly surprised by.
Great video. I am getting close to buying one for about 7500 US and am concerned about your lack of comfort on the seat. I am 6 feet tall and 190 lbs. I have a 30 Inch inseam and am curious; Do you have an average length torso ? Arms? The dealers here are tools and won't let you test drive the bike. All I can do is sit on it in showroom. Any thoughts? The Royal Enfield is a 3,000.00 bike marked up to 6000.00 in USA so I am not going to pay double when I can get a w800 street year 2020 for a little more.
You are a very similar size and weight to me and I certainly did not find it comfortable. Infact a gent just over 5 foot commented on my video and also said the comfort was bad. For me it was the angle of the seat where it rises for the pillion, it gave me horrible lower back pain. I am yet to ride the Royal enfield interceptor 650 though so I can not comment on it I'm afraid
I have owned a W650 and the previous model W800 and much preferred the 650 version. Bit more peppy and characterful. Really interested in the RE Interceptor which has a more realistic price for the performance.
New camera set up now so hopefully the issue is sorted. Small pov is the problem here and I've got a camera that sees twice as much now. Thanks for the input
@@nickward4 I hope to make it again for people like yourself! I don't like how the camera ruined it but it is what it is and I'll leave the video up because I'm not to ashamed to admit I made a mistake. Cheers bud 👍
Do not get me wrong the bike was a nice bike, well made and felt solid so I'm sure it would last. I've also seen some amazing deals on the cafe and normal w800. £2000 off the cafe! Mind you £9000 ish is crazy money for them. The main reason it wasn't for me was the seat, it angled my lower back at a weird angle and was really uncomfortable after a while. I would certainly change the seat if I bought one. I am around 6 foot tall, 16 stone with a 30 ish inch inner leg and it didn't fit my size well. I'm sure with a different seat it would change my opinion and the bike would be a cool little cruise around bike
I never rode the v7 but the v85 was nice and comfy. I didn't notice the back ache straight away but I remember mentioning it in the video as it just started to ache. It was the arch from the rider seat to the pillion. If I'd of moved forward I'd of felt to close to the bars so my rear was at a weird angle
At the moment I have 4 bikes. I have a kawasaki z900rs cafe which I love! A 2009 triumph speed triple that is a bit special due to it being jack lilleys ex show bike. A 2015 kawasaki ninja h2 that is tuned to around 270whp,i rarely ride this, only in good weather for obvious reasons. And my everyday bike is a kawasaki versys 1000 I'm selling this though as I fancy a tenere 700. I feel like I will enjoy a little off roading
I know 4 bikes is a tiny bit greedy but I'm fussy and like to make decisions on which bike to ride as and when. Life is about variety ay...... I ha a ktm super adventure s a while back, was a great bike but too much for off road
You are obviously a younger person and can't see the appeal this bike has for the oldies, do your research before reviewing a bike , but a good overall review anyway.
I rarely know what bike I will be taking out at times. I tend to just go on what I feel in the moment more than the stats of a bike as most bikes are more than the sum of thier parts or numbers. I am in my 40s so I do understand the appeal of these retro bikes but they were before my time. Its a shame that I didn't have a good camera set then but I did believe a drift ghost 4k was a good camera. I was wrong! Maybe I may make another review of this bike as the camera ruined it for me
Has an ABS light on the clocks. Your not very observant. I have the cafe very well made and not like the other plastic bikes you seem to like. I paid nothing close to what you mentioned.
That's the price the cafe was at the time, but there are tons of deals on them to be had now. The shop I borrowed this from was selling them with a huge saving as they were not flying out the show room. If its a bike you are looking for there's good deals around, and I really like the cafe but have not ridden it
Well. steel is expensiv and much harder to work on. And it has long stroke and 360⁰ . Not like the bonnevile they have 270⁰ and shorter stroke and you got to rew the bonnie more..had a 1200 cc bonnie.the price is only one time hehe the standar w 800 have crome fenders. And crome fenders was luxery in the old time
Yes I agree but I still think it is expensive. The bikes were heavily discounted soon after this, the cafe version was discounted by around 40% in a local shop and to me that was a steal! But it still took months to sell
I owned the 2011 model of the W800 and i made a testride with the new model. And for my opinion the new model drives better, more stability, better working brakes with ABS and a much better sound. Yes, the price is a bit high but the W was always a bit more expensive than other motorcycles. And used older models of the W are pretty much expensive, espacially the W650 costs up to 5000€ ( here in Germany), and this for over 12 years old motorcycles. And that applies too for the first W800 model. So if you think it‘s better to buy an older model you should notice that there are expensive too. You can imagine that if i tell you that i sold my W800 to the dealer and he give me the new model for the half price. Or in other words, ibought it in 2014 for 5500€ and now i sold it for 4800€, that‘s unbelievible....
There certainly is not many bikes that have such a small depreciation! That loss of value is tiny! I'd happily have an older W800, I liked the charm of the newer one but have not ridden the older bike.
Here are two „Sound“ Videos of the new W800. So you can hear what i mean: th-cam.com/video/ZE6VP44aRcg/w-d-xo.html th-cam.com/video/nPYStbqVa8w/w-d-xo.html
@@dinoperic6089 I am 6 foot tall, and I was 100 percent comfortable. It did feel a little small for me but only because I'm used to riding a ktm 1290 super adventure! I'd happily go touring on it and I know I'd be comfortable
Unfortunately the opportunity for another ride on the bike has passed as the bikes now up for sale and not a demo now. Since this video I have changed things that ruined this video for many, including myself. That camera had to go and now have a much better setup. Price wise I think I got the cafe price muddled up with this one. But I'm not making excuses as it was obviously my own fault and I admit that. If the opportunity arises for another ride on a w800 I will do another video with my new set up 👍 thank you for your comment as I appreciate constructive criticism
@@deadbugdavey1744 thanks, your admonition means a lot and is helpful at the beginning of the video. I like your honest and sincere style. Does the "W" on the side of the gas tank remind you a bit of what you may see on the front of an old and loved college Letterman's jacket? That's what it reminds me of.
Hi Daniel, I can't comment and be 100 percent on how the bike will fit and feel to you, I'd advise you to sit on one and try the bike to make sure. But I will say that the bike was very low for me, didn't have a wide seat and was light enough to maneuver easily. I think you will be fine with it and it will probably suit you more than me because I was just a bit big for it! I liked thd bike though, it is one of those bikes that makes you feel good as you ride around but you don't need to go fast at the same time. If there's a dealer near you pop in and try one,there will be deals to be had once shops open Good luck bud
@@deadbugdavey1744 I'm 5'9" tall (180cm) and a lightweight at 142lb. The suspension is perfect for me and so is the seating position. I agree with Davey that the W800 is a simple bike that's easy to ride and you don't have to go real fast to enjoy the ride (mind you, it has good torque). If you are looking for revy short stroke horsepower, this is not your bike. Unlike modern Triumphs and RE Interceptors this is a long stroke 360 degree crank engine (like the iconic Brit bikes of the '60s and '70s). This gives these bikes a distinct sound and character, the bevel driven top end is the icing on the cake.
The bike will definitely suit someone smaller than me. I noticed seating position issues for someone my size, if I was smaller the bike would of been fine. The engine isn't going to rip your arms off but it's got nice usable power that is nice to use. There are deals to be had on this bike now, because people's issues were always about cost! Yes it's expensive if you can't find a deal but I've seen new bikes with thousands of pounds off!
Unfortunately I have tried many mics and to get to hear the bike the mic is too sensitive and wind noise ruins it all. The bike is not loud enough in stock form
I recently bought one and put a sidecar on it. It is the perfect bike for doing that and i've owned over thirty bikes in my riding career. But even this bike is not perfect. Problem no 1 is battery removal is a flipping nightmare. I store my bike for 6 months of the year due to winter and it is a nightmare to remove the battery. The amount of plastic clips used to hold on the side covers is a bloody joke, and yearly replacement of the breakable plastic clips is truly laughable. Other than that the installation of a rear rack is very troublesome as the rear riding handles are a nightmare to remove.I still like te bike but find it to japanese for my liking.
Thanks for the comments mate, both are very informative! I hope to make a better video on this bike soon (covid allowing) because when I did this the camera set up was junk.... Much better field of view now
Unfortunately this was an early video and my video was a drift ghost hd and the fov is not great so it made movements my head made seems 100 times worse. I've changed my set up since to something with a better field of view but unfortunately do not get much time to test bikes now. Thanks anyway bud 👍
I have the W800 Cafe and a Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber, of the two the V9 is faster but a rougher ride(3-4hour max riding without a break), The W800 rides smoother in my opinion, I can ride 5-6 hours max on it. I did choose the W800 over the Vulcan because I appreciate the old designs more than the new ones.
@@deadbugdavey1744 I would probably say the W800 at my age comfort is better than power. Although my Guzzi turns more heads because people think its a V8 by the way it looks and sounds.
@@deadbugdavey1744 Wow dude. So everything is underpowered to you then. The riding experience is, thankfully, far more than just speed though. I am sure this is a nice and enjoyable bike.
Yes, I certainly can. I have changed my camera set up now as the field of view makes it look like this video. Unfortunately, I have to move my head as that's for safety
@@andrewhannam. very true but that's what most modern bikers want. A bike that looks old yet has all the reliability and features of a new bike. If a bike has abs it's not really a true retro but bikes have to have it now so thanks to EU regs
@@deadbugdavey1744 luckily Kawasaki has a motorcycle in both categories. The W800 a true retro classic (like Moto Guzzi and Royal Enfield) and a modern retro Z900rs (like Triumph, BMW, Ducati ect)
was looking forward to a review of this model. Have to say disappointed with the styling. The older model looked nicer. As for the price, rather high. The sales figures will be pretty poor. Shame was really looking forward to it.
I was way off with the cost in the video! God knows where I got the figures from. I liked the bike but I still feel like it's really expensive at 8 grand. I agree with you, I think sales will be low! You can get a clean old one for around 5 grand and they all have low mileage. I'd buy an older one. Thanks for the view and comment mate
Have to agree with you about the styling of this new model. I bought a 2nd hand 2015 W800 last year and I think the styling is just so much nicer. When I saw these EURO4 models first I was a little horrified. I think they just took the front light from the Z900RS...looks a little out of place with the rest of the retro styling. Tank on the old model is 100 times nicer too.
The Interceptors aren't as retro as the W800 as it has a short stroke 270 degree crank engine. Definately good value and a fun bike but different character. If you want a classic Brit bike but don't want to mess with carburetors and deal with drum brake stopping power etc. the W800s are the closest bike in character that you can get (but with modern reliability). If you would like the character of a modern 1973 Honda 350, the Interceptor may be your bike.
Try to keep the camera still! I got dizzy watching!
Unfortunately I can't as I am a fidget with a twitch. I have a new camera now though, with a bigger fov so hopefully it cuts down on this issue. I am trying to improve
Why only this and Triumph? what is with Moto Guzzi, RE, they are in my opinion much more comparable with the air cooled engine in the retro market than Triumph.
I honestly forgot the moto guzzi and had posted it before I realised. I'm hoping to ride a guzzi soon, the other guzzi I rode I was pleasantly surprised by.
And also Royal Enfield
@@betz8733 also a good point! I'm really crap at these videos
The W800's exhaust note is more genuine than a Triumph, Royal Enfield, or Norton, with their 270° firing twins.
@@fredtracy1673 I agree. He didn't get right behind the bike to get a good sound clip but the stock exhaust sound is really nice.
Great video. I am getting close to buying one for about 7500 US and am concerned about your lack of comfort on the seat. I am 6 feet tall and 190 lbs. I have a 30 Inch inseam and am curious; Do you have an average length torso ? Arms? The dealers here are tools and won't let you test drive the bike. All I can do is sit on it in showroom. Any thoughts? The Royal Enfield is a 3,000.00 bike marked up to 6000.00 in USA so I am not going to pay double when I can get a w800 street year 2020 for a little more.
You are a very similar size and weight to me and I certainly did not find it comfortable. Infact a gent just over 5 foot commented on my video and also said the comfort was bad. For me it was the angle of the seat where it rises for the pillion, it gave me horrible lower back pain. I am yet to ride the Royal enfield interceptor 650 though so I can not comment on it I'm afraid
Hope that may help
Add to your comparison mix, the Moto Guzzi V7, 750. A direct competitor in every department.
Also should of thought of the royal enfield interceptor 650 to be honest. That's the advantage/disadvantage of having a brain like mine mate
I have owned a W650 and the previous model W800 and much preferred the 650 version. Bit more peppy and characterful. Really interested in the RE Interceptor which has a more realistic price for the performance.
Interestingly I am looking into getting a royal enfield interceptor 650 as we speak
Appreciate the review , but dude I was getting dizzy!
New camera set up now so hopefully the issue is sorted. Small pov is the problem here and I've got a camera that sees twice as much now. Thanks for the input
Wobbly camera, repetitive, and incorrect information. You need to try much harder!
Small pov, review on the fly so if its repetitive I cant help it as I only have the bike for an hour.
Whats your height mate?
Thx
I'm 6 foot tall. Thanks for the question on a video that did not turn out so well
Deadbug Davey good enough for me, thank you for sharing.
@@nickward4 I hope to make it again for people like yourself! I don't like how the camera ruined it but it is what it is and I'll leave the video up because I'm not to ashamed to admit I made a mistake. Cheers bud 👍
Get a ventura luggage system 😎
Moto Guzzi V7 is another retro bike
After riding a guzzi v85tt I'd be tempted by the guzzi. The w800 didn't fit me at all
Do not get me wrong the bike was a nice bike, well made and felt solid so I'm sure it would last. I've also seen some amazing deals on the cafe and normal w800. £2000 off the cafe! Mind you £9000 ish is crazy money for them. The main reason it wasn't for me was the seat, it angled my lower back at a weird angle and was really uncomfortable after a while. I would certainly change the seat if I bought one. I am around 6 foot tall, 16 stone with a 30 ish inch inner leg and it didn't fit my size well. I'm sure with a different seat it would change my opinion and the bike would be a cool little cruise around bike
I never rode the v7 but the v85 was nice and comfy. I didn't notice the back ache straight away but I remember mentioning it in the video as it just started to ache. It was the arch from the rider seat to the pillion. If I'd of moved forward I'd of felt to close to the bars so my rear was at a weird angle
At the moment I have 4 bikes. I have a kawasaki z900rs cafe which I love! A 2009 triumph speed triple that is a bit special due to it being jack lilleys ex show bike. A 2015 kawasaki ninja h2 that is tuned to around 270whp,i rarely ride this, only in good weather for obvious reasons. And my everyday bike is a kawasaki versys 1000 I'm selling this though as I fancy a tenere 700. I feel like I will enjoy a little off roading
I know 4 bikes is a tiny bit greedy but I'm fussy and like to make decisions on which bike to ride as and when. Life is about variety ay...... I ha a ktm super adventure s a while back, was a great bike but too much for off road
Repeat repeat
Thank you thank you
You are obviously a younger person and can't see the appeal this bike has for the oldies, do your research before reviewing a bike , but a good overall review anyway.
I rarely know what bike I will be taking out at times. I tend to just go on what I feel in the moment more than the stats of a bike as most bikes are more than the sum of thier parts or numbers. I am in my 40s so I do understand the appeal of these retro bikes but they were before my time. Its a shame that I didn't have a good camera set then but I did believe a drift ghost 4k was a good camera. I was wrong! Maybe I may make another review of this bike as the camera ruined it for me
Has an ABS light on the clocks. Your not very observant. I have the cafe very well made and not like the other plastic bikes you seem to like. I paid nothing close to what you mentioned.
That's the price the cafe was at the time, but there are tons of deals on them to be had now. The shop I borrowed this from was selling them with a huge saving as they were not flying out the show room. If its a bike you are looking for there's good deals around, and I really like the cafe but have not ridden it
Well. steel is expensiv and much harder to work on. And it has long stroke and 360⁰ . Not like the bonnevile they have 270⁰ and shorter stroke and you got to rew the bonnie more..had a 1200 cc bonnie.the price is only one time hehe the standar w 800 have crome fenders. And crome fenders was luxery in the old time
Yes I agree but I still think it is expensive. The bikes were heavily discounted soon after this, the cafe version was discounted by around 40% in a local shop and to me that was a steal! But it still took months to sell
I owned the 2011 model of the W800 and i made a testride with the new model. And for my opinion the new model drives better, more stability, better working brakes with ABS and a much better sound. Yes, the price is a bit high but the W was always a bit more expensive than other motorcycles. And used older models of the W are pretty much expensive, espacially the W650 costs up to 5000€ ( here in Germany), and this for over 12 years old motorcycles. And that applies too for the first W800 model. So if you think it‘s better to buy an older model you should notice that there are expensive too. You can imagine that if i tell you that i sold my W800 to the dealer and he give me the new model for the half price. Or in other words, ibought it in 2014 for 5500€ and now i sold it for 4800€, that‘s unbelievible....
There certainly is not many bikes that have such a small depreciation! That loss of value is tiny! I'd happily have an older W800, I liked the charm of the newer one but have not ridden the older bike.
Here are two „Sound“ Videos of the new W800. So you can hear what i mean:
th-cam.com/video/ZE6VP44aRcg/w-d-xo.html
th-cam.com/video/nPYStbqVa8w/w-d-xo.html
How tall are you? You think new model could accommodate 6ft 1 pearson comfortably?
I'm seriously considering this bike for my next bike. Tnx
@@dinoperic6089 I am 6 foot tall, and I was 100 percent comfortable. It did feel a little small for me but only because I'm used to riding a ktm 1290 super adventure! I'd happily go touring on it and I know I'd be comfortable
@@grafholt1 Yes, the second clip you supplied is one of the best I've heard of the true outstanding sound of the stock exhaust on this bike. Thanks
All the negative comments about the wrong price ruined this video for me. These comments have to be edited out or the video redone.
Unfortunately the opportunity for another ride on the bike has passed as the bikes now up for sale and not a demo now. Since this video I have changed things that ruined this video for many, including myself. That camera had to go and now have a much better setup. Price wise I think I got the cafe price muddled up with this one. But I'm not making excuses as it was obviously my own fault and I admit that. If the opportunity arises for another ride on a w800 I will do another video with my new set up 👍 thank you for your comment as I appreciate constructive criticism
@@deadbugdavey1744 thanks, your admonition means a lot and is helpful at the beginning of the video. I like your honest and sincere style. Does the "W" on the side of the gas tank remind you a bit of what you may see on the front of an old and loved college Letterman's jacket? That's what it reminds me of.
@@dougfielding8215 I've honestly not looked at it and thought of it in any way. But now that you mention it it actually kind of does! 😂
Sorry can’t watch too dizzying. Please keep the camera still or get a newer iPhone.
The 2020 W 800 Candy Apple Red is 100% better looking ,it’s a work of Art…l bought it on the spot.
What should a noobie be concerned with air vs. water cooled?
Lovely looking bike though, takes me back!
This motorcycle is so nice.
I'm short, 165 cm. Would this bike be a good first bike for me? Is it easy to handle for a small guy?
Hi Daniel, I can't comment and be 100 percent on how the bike will fit and feel to you, I'd advise you to sit on one and try the bike to make sure. But I will say that the bike was very low for me, didn't have a wide seat and was light enough to maneuver easily. I think you will be fine with it and it will probably suit you more than me because I was just a bit big for it! I liked thd bike though, it is one of those bikes that makes you feel good as you ride around but you don't need to go fast at the same time. If there's a dealer near you pop in and try one,there will be deals to be had once shops open
Good luck bud
@@deadbugdavey1744 I'm 5'9" tall (180cm) and a lightweight at 142lb. The suspension is perfect for me and so is the seating position. I agree with Davey that the W800 is a simple bike that's easy to ride and you don't have to go real fast to enjoy the ride (mind you, it has good torque). If you are looking for revy short stroke horsepower, this is not your bike. Unlike modern Triumphs and RE Interceptors this is a long stroke 360 degree crank engine (like the iconic Brit bikes of the '60s and '70s). This gives these bikes a distinct sound and character, the bevel driven top end is the icing on the cake.
The bike will definitely suit someone smaller than me. I noticed seating position issues for someone my size, if I was smaller the bike would of been fine. The engine isn't going to rip your arms off but it's got nice usable power that is nice to use. There are deals to be had on this bike now, because people's issues were always about cost! Yes it's expensive if you can't find a deal but I've seen new bikes with thousands of pounds off!
Yamaha felt hurt..they actually making sr400. Check it out . Modern Classic
sir, you need a better mic. we couldn't hear the bike.
Unfortunately I have tried many mics and to get to hear the bike the mic is too sensitive and wind noise ruins it all. The bike is not loud enough in stock form
@@deadbugdavey1744 No stress!
How does it compare to a Moto Guzzi V7?
I've not ridden the v7 so I can not compare them. I have ridden the v85 tt and I was really surprised by it and really enjoyed its character
I recently bought one and put a sidecar on it. It is the perfect bike for doing that and i've owned over thirty bikes in my riding career. But even this bike is not perfect. Problem no 1 is battery removal is a flipping nightmare. I store my bike for 6 months of the year due to winter and it is a nightmare to remove the battery. The amount of plastic clips used to hold on the side covers is a bloody joke, and yearly replacement of the breakable plastic clips is truly laughable. Other than that the installation of a rear rack is very troublesome as the rear riding handles are a nightmare to remove.I still like te bike but find it to japanese for my liking.
I'm 5ft 3 in and also hate the seat. Position and hardness are both irritants.
Thanks for the comments mate, both are very informative! I hope to make a better video on this bike soon (covid allowing) because when I did this the camera set up was junk.... Much better field of view now
Would of watched this but camera shake made me feel sick
Unfortunately this was an early video and my video was a drift ghost hd and the fov is not great so it made movements my head made seems 100 times worse. I've changed my set up since to something with a better field of view but unfortunately do not get much time to test bikes now. Thanks anyway bud 👍
I have the W800 Cafe and a Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber, of the two the V9 is faster but a rougher ride(3-4hour max riding without a break), The W800 rides smoother in my opinion, I can ride 5-6 hours max on it. I did choose the W800 over the Vulcan because I appreciate the old designs more than the new ones.
So you have 2 very similar bikes in the Kawasaki and the guzzi. When you open up the garage and see them both, which one draws you to ride it more?
@@deadbugdavey1744 I would probably say the W800 at my age comfort is better than power. Although my Guzzi turns more heads because people think its a V8 by the way it looks and sounds.
Thanks for the feed back mate. It's interesting to get a view from someone with multiple bikes like myself. Thanks for the view also 👍
@@deadbugdavey1744 I actually have a third bike as well, 1982 Yamaha Turbo Seca 650, Factory turbocharged. No problem, glad I could help.
Multiple bikes ay? Just like me 🤣
What do you normally ride that makes this one underpowered for you?
At the time I recorded this video I had a ktm 1290 super adventure s, a ktm superduke 1290 gt and a kawasaki ninja h2 with over 250whp
@@deadbugdavey1744 Wow dude. So everything is underpowered to you then. The riding experience is, thankfully, far more than just speed though. I am sure this is a nice and enjoyable bike.
@@Frejborg I did enjoy it my friend. Even though I'm used to ALOT more power, it was nice to slow down and enjoy the views
I like the looks of the W800 Cafe a lot more than this one, but the handlebars on this version are a little more to my riding style.
100 percent agree, I like the look of the cafe alot more. That's a cool looking little bike!
Do you have a stabilization mode on your camera??
No, unfortunately it was an old set up which I have since changed. The fov was horrible on this camera and made any movements look huge.
Can you move your camera even more rapidly ?
Yes, I certainly can. I have changed my camera set up now as the field of view makes it look like this video. Unfortunately, I have to move my head as that's for safety
Way to much camera movement dude
I've changed my camera set up since this video. The fov on the camera was way too small which made the camera movement look excessive
Stop moving your head about. I got sea sick !
Pov on the camera was crap, now changed my camera. Unfortunately as a biker I need to more my head about and I'm a fidget so I can not help it
felt nausea 2 minutes in, quit......
Was it the camera? I've changed set up now
i got dizzy watchin this vid.
That's why I've changed my camera now, field of view was too small and caused this issue. Hopefully it won't be an issue now
YOU FORGOT MOTO GUZZI....
I know, my mind was a blank on this video.... Must try harder!
Triumphs aren't retro.... They are modern bikes that look old...
I'd still class a triumph Bonnie as a retro but it's too much cc now really
And water cooling (fake fins), ride by wire, traction control modes and EFI that looks like Amal carbs....
@@andrewhannam. very true but that's what most modern bikers want. A bike that looks old yet has all the reliability and features of a new bike. If a bike has abs it's not really a true retro but bikes have to have it now so thanks to EU regs
@@deadbugdavey1744 luckily Kawasaki has a motorcycle in both categories. The W800 a true retro classic (like Moto Guzzi and Royal Enfield) and a modern retro Z900rs (like Triumph, BMW, Ducati ect)
It's hard to beat the looks and smooth engine of the Triumph.
I think I'd have to agree with you
Yet Kawasaki did it.
was looking forward to a review of this model. Have to say disappointed with the styling. The older model looked nicer.
As for the price, rather high. The sales figures will be pretty poor. Shame was really looking forward to it.
I was way off with the cost in the video! God knows where I got the figures from. I liked the bike but I still feel like it's really expensive at 8 grand. I agree with you, I think sales will be low! You can get a clean old one for around 5 grand and they all have low mileage. I'd buy an older one. Thanks for the view and comment mate
Have to agree with you about the styling of this new model. I bought a 2nd hand 2015 W800 last year and I think the styling is just so much nicer. When I saw these EURO4 models first I was a little horrified. I think they just took the front light from the Z900RS...looks a little out of place with the rest of the retro styling. Tank on the old model is 100 times nicer too.
@@deadbugdavey1744 Maybe you saw the price of the bike in euros (around 10.000€).
@@marcosa8285 possibly, it was a number that was in my head for some reason
Dude....royal Enfield...is pure retro ...
Very good point! How I forgot them I have no idea
The Interceptors aren't as retro as the W800 as it has a short stroke 270 degree crank engine. Definately good value and a fun bike but different character. If you want a classic Brit bike but don't want to mess with carburetors and deal with drum brake stopping power etc. the W800s are the closest bike in character that you can get (but with modern reliability). If you would like the character of a modern 1973 Honda 350, the Interceptor may be your bike.
That gas tank is hideous. What happened to the beauty of the previous W800?