Kawasaki W800 2016 vs. BSA Gold Star 650 2026

Kawasaki W800 2016

Kawasaki W800 2016

BSA Gold Star 650 2026

BSA Gold Star 650 2026

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki W800 2016 compared to BSA Gold Star 650 2026

Kawasaki W800 2016
BSA Gold Star 650 2026
Kawasaki W800 2016
Kawasaki W800 2016
BSA Gold Star 650 2026
BSA Gold Star 650 2026

Engine and Drive Train

Engine powerEngine power48 HPEngine power45 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power6,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power6,500 rpm
TorqueTorque60 NmTorque55 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque2,500 rpmRpm at Torque4,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio8.4 Compression Ratio11.5
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionDual ignition
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears5Number of gears5
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement773 ccmDisplacement652 ccm

Chassis

Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeSingle cradle

Brakes Front

PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDrumTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width100 mmFront tyre width100 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter18 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width130 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height80 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,465 mmWheelbase1,425 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790 mmSeat Height780 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity12 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki W800 2016

Kawasaki W800 2016

Without purpose, without instruction, without duty. And the more time you spend with her, the more you realise that the whole world can do you. Like in the sixties.

Plenty of power

stable

comfortable seat

confident look

user-friendly handling.

Rather high total weight.

BSA Gold Star 650 2026

BSA Gold Star 650 2026

The BSA brand impresses across the board with the comeback of the iconic Gold Star. The bike not only impresses with its classic, finely detailed look, but also with its combination of tradition and modernity in terms of engine and features. The Gold Star is sure to delight more than just the older members of the bike community.

Fusion of classics and modernity

sufficient, clean mileage

comfortable seating position

braking performance good and easy to modulate

absolute eye-catcher

Suspension could be of higher quality/ firmer

Price Comparison Average Market Price Kawasaki W800 vs BSA Gold Star 650

Price Kawasaki W800

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Price BSA Gold Star 650

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