Kawasaki W800 2020 vs. Honda CMX500 Rebel 2020

Kawasaki W800 2020

Honda CMX500 Rebel 2020

Technical Specifications Kawasaki W800 2020 compared to Honda CMX500 Rebel 2020

Kawasaki W800 2020

Honda CMX500 Rebel 2020

Kawasaki W800 2020

Honda CMX500 Rebel 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	77 mm	Bore	67 mm
Stroke	Stroke	83 mm	Stroke	66.8 mm
Engine power	Engine power	48 HP	Engine power	46 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	6,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	62.9 Nm	Torque	44.6 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	4,800 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	8.4	Compression Ratio	10.7
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Ignition	Ignition	Digital	Ignition	Digital, Transistor
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	5	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves	Valves	OHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	Air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	773 ccm	Displacement	471 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	41 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Dual Shock	Shock absorber	Dual Shock
Shock mount	Shock mount	direct	Shock mount	Pro-Link
Material	Material	Steel	Material	Steel

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Trail	Trail	94 mm	Trail	110 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Single disk
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Single piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	100 mm	Front tyre width	130 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	18 inch	Front tyre diameter	16 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	130 mm	Rear tyre width	160 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	80 %	Rear tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch
Length	Length	2,135 mm	Length	2,188 mm
Width	Width	925 mm	Width	820 mm
Height	Height	1,120 mm	Height	1,094 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,465 mm	Wheelbase	1,488 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	770 mm	Seat Height	690 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	217 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	190 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	15 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	11.2 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2	License compliancy	A2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki W800 2020

With the new W800, Kawasaki shows the appeal of relaxed retro bikes. Take a seat, ride off, feel good. In an industry where performance and innovation are the keys to success, the W800 stands like a rock and focuses on just one thing: the joy of riding a motorbike. It is perfect for those who want to ride a classic every day, but appreciate modern reliability and safety. A dream motorbike with a lot of character.

powerful engine

throaty sound

natural seating position

pleasantly neutral handling

great looks

little pressure under 3,500 rpm

Honda CMX500 Rebel 2020

Riding fun and beginner-friendliness - Honda manages to combine these attributes in the Rebel 500. Thanks to its low weight and compact wheel dimensions, it brings joy on the country road and will not overtax anyone in everyday life. No longer an insider tip for cruiser fans!

compact dimensions

enough power

fun to drive

cool look

Display poorly legible

engine somewhat characterless

Price Comparison Average Market Price Kawasaki W800 vs Honda CMX500 Rebel

Price Kawasaki W800

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Price Honda CMX500 Rebel

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