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In 1999, superseding the [[Kawasaki Zephyr|Zephyr]] series, Kawasaki introduced the W650, resembling British motorcycles of the early 1960s, notably the [[Triumph Bonneville]].<ref name="brit done better?" /> In contrast to British twin-cylinder motorcycles of the period, which featured [[overhead valve|pushrod]] engines, the W650 features a shaft-driven [[bevel gear|bevel-gear]] [[overhead camshaft]], similar to those found on 1970s [[Ducati]] [[single cylinder engine|singles]] and [[Ducati V-twin motorcycles|V-twins]].<ref name=Museum>{{cite web|title=Motorcycle Museum|url=http://www.kawasaki.ca/corporate/motorcycle-museum|work=Corporate Kawasaki|publisher=Canadian Kawasaki Motors Inc.|accessdate=2 August 2013}}</ref> |
In 1999, superseding the [[Kawasaki Zephyr|Zephyr]] series, Kawasaki introduced the W650, resembling British motorcycles of the early 1960s, notably the [[Triumph Bonneville]].<ref name="brit done better?" /> In contrast to British twin-cylinder motorcycles of the period, which featured [[overhead valve|pushrod]] engines, the W650 features a shaft-driven [[bevel gear|bevel-gear]] [[overhead camshaft]], similar to those found on 1970s [[Ducati]] [[single cylinder engine|singles]] and [[Ducati V-twin motorcycles|V-twins]].<ref name=Museum>{{cite web|title=Motorcycle Museum|url=http://www.kawasaki.ca/corporate/motorcycle-museum|work=Corporate Kawasaki|publisher=Canadian Kawasaki Motors Inc.|accessdate=2 August 2013}}</ref> |
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The W650 has a [[Stroke ratio|long-stroke engine]] of 72 mm [[bore (engines)|bore]] x 80 mm [[stroke (engine)|stroke]] with an anti-vibration [[balance shaft]] and modern electronics. In 2006 Kawasaki added a short-stroke '''W400''' model, in Japan. Kawasaki simply combined the same 72 mm bore with a short-throw [[crankshaft]] to give a 49 mm stroke and {{convert|399|cc|cuin|0|abbr=on}} [[Engine displacement|displacement]].<ref name=Spannerman>{{cite news|title=Test: Kawasaki W400|url=http://www.mctrader.com.au/news-and-reviews/article/articleid/77433.aspx|accessdate=2 August 2013|newspaper=Motorcycle Trader|date=13 December 2011|author=Spannerman|quote=By changing the crankshaft and conrods, Kawasaki converted the 650’s 72 x 83mm bore and stroke to an engine with the same bore but a stroke of just 49mm.}}</ref> |
The W650 has a [[Stroke ratio|long-stroke engine]] of 72 mm [[bore (engines)|bore]] x 80 mm [[stroke (engine)|stroke]] with an anti-vibration [[balance shaft]] and modern electronics. In 2006 Kawasaki added a short-stroke '''W400''' model, in Japan. Kawasaki simply combined the same 72 mm bore with a short-throw [[crankshaft]] to give a 49 mm stroke and {{convert|399|cc|cuin|0|abbr=on}} [[Engine displacement|displacement]].<ref name=Spannerman>{{cite news|title=Test: Kawasaki W400 |url=http://www.mctrader.com.au/news-and-reviews/article/articleid/77433.aspx |accessdate=2 August 2013 |newspaper=Motorcycle Trader |date=13 December 2011 |author=Spannerman |quote=By changing the crankshaft and conrods, Kawasaki converted the 650’s 72 x 83mm bore and stroke to an engine with the same bore but a stroke of just 49mm. |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20130505085600/http://www.mctrader.com.au/news-and-reviews/article/articleid/77433.aspx |archivedate= 5 May 2013 |df= }}</ref> |
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In the United States and Canada the W650 was imported for model years 2000-2001. With weak US and Canadian sales and the introduction of the competing "retro" Bonneville by Triumph, Kawasaki concentrated sales in Europe and Japan.<ref name="brit done better?" /> |
In the United States and Canada the W650 was imported for model years 2000-2001. With weak US and Canadian sales and the introduction of the competing "retro" Bonneville by Triumph, Kawasaki concentrated sales in Europe and Japan.<ref name="brit done better?" /> |
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Production of the W400 and W650, unable to meet new emissions standards, ended in 2008.<ref>{{cite web|title=W400|url=http://www.scs-tokyo.co.jp/kawasaki/w400.htm|publisher=scs-tokyo.co.jp|accessdate=2 August 2013|language=Japanese}}</ref> In 2010, the {{convert|50|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} W650 was succeeded by the [[Kawasaki W800|W800]], which had a displacement increase to {{convert|773|cc|cuin|0|abbr=on}} and [[fuel injection]]. |
Production of the W400 and W650, unable to meet new emissions standards, ended in 2008.<ref>{{cite web|title=W400 |url=http://www.scs-tokyo.co.jp/kawasaki/w400.htm |publisher=scs-tokyo.co.jp |accessdate=2 August 2013 |language=Japanese |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20130122050841/http://www.scs-tokyo.co.jp/kawasaki/w400.htm |archivedate=22 January 2013 |df= }}</ref> In 2010, the {{convert|50|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} W650 was succeeded by the [[Kawasaki W800|W800]], which had a displacement increase to {{convert|773|cc|cuin|0|abbr=on}} and [[fuel injection]]. |
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[[File:Kawasaki W650 (1).JPG|thumb|2000 W650]] |
[[File:Kawasaki W650 (1).JPG|thumb|2000 W650]] |
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| Manufacturer | Kawasaki |
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| Production | 1999–2007 |
| Class | Standard |
| Engine | 676 cc (41 cu in) |
| Top speed | 180 km/h (110 mph)[1] |
| Power | 50 hp (37 kW)@7,000 rpm[1] |
| Transmission | Chain |
| Wheelbase | 1,455 mm (57.3 in) |
| Weight | 195 kg (429 lb)[1] (dry) |
| Fuel capacity | 15 L (3.3 imp gal; 4.0 US gal) |
The Kawasaki W650 is a retro standard motorcycle marketed by Kawasaki for model years 1999-2007 and superseded by the Kawasaki W800.
The "W" in "W650" refers to Kawasaki's W1, W2 and W3 models, manufactured between 1967 and 1975.[1] The "650" refers to the engine displacement.
In 1999, superseding the Zephyr series, Kawasaki introduced the W650, resembling British motorcycles of the early 1960s, notably the Triumph Bonneville.[1] In contrast to British twin-cylinder motorcycles of the period, which featured pushrod engines, the W650 features a shaft-driven bevel-gear overhead camshaft, similar to those found on 1970s Ducati singles and V-twins.[2]
The W650 has a long-stroke engine of 72 mm bore x 80 mm stroke with an anti-vibration balance shaft and modern electronics. In 2006 Kawasaki added a short-stroke W400 model, in Japan. Kawasaki simply combined the same 72 mm bore with a short-throw crankshaft to give a 49 mm stroke and 399 cc (24 cu in) displacement.[3]
In the United States and Canada the W650 was imported for model years 2000-2001. With weak US and Canadian sales and the introduction of the competing "retro" Bonneville by Triumph, Kawasaki concentrated sales in Europe and Japan.[1]
Production of the W400 and W650, unable to meet new emissions standards, ended in 2008.[4] In 2010, the 50 hp (37 kW) W650 was succeeded by the W800, which had a displacement increase to 773 cc (47 cu in) and fuel injection.
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References
- ^ a b c d e f "2000-2001 Kawasaki W650: Brit Done Better?". Motorcycle Classics. 8 (3). January–February 2013. Retrieved 30 January 2013.
- ^ "Motorcycle Museum". Corporate Kawasaki. Canadian Kawasaki Motors Inc. Retrieved 2 August 2013.
- ^ Spannerman (13 December 2011). "Test: Kawasaki W400". Motorcycle Trader. Archived from the original on 5 May 2013. Retrieved 2 August 2013.
By changing the crankshaft and conrods, Kawasaki converted the 650's 72 x 83mm bore and stroke to an engine with the same bore but a stroke of just 49mm.
{{cite news}}: Unknown parameter|deadurl=ignored (|url-status=suggested) (help) - ^ "W400" (in Japanese). scs-tokyo.co.jp. Archived from the original on 22 January 2013. Retrieved 2 August 2013.
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