Kawasaki W800 2011 vs. Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2020

Kawasaki W800 2011

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2020

Technical Specifications Kawasaki W800 2011 compared to Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2020

Kawasaki W800 2011

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2020

Kawasaki W800 2011

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line crankpin offset
Bore	Bore	77 mm	Bore	78 mm
Stroke	Stroke	83 mm	Stroke	67.8 mm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	8.4	Compression Ratio	9.5
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Ignition	Ignition	Digital	Ignition	Digital
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	5	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	Air	Cooling	Oil-air
Displacement	Displacement	773 ccm	Displacement	648 ccm

Chassis

Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Load-bearing engine

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Drum	Type	Disc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	100 mm	Front tyre width	100 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	18 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	130 mm	Rear tyre width	130 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	80 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Length	Length	2,180 mm	Length	2,122 mm
Width	Width	790 mm	Width	789 mm
Height	Height	1,075 mm	Height	1,165 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,465 mm	Wheelbase	1,400 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	790 mm	Seat Height	804 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	13.7 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki W800 2011

Kawasaki shows how retro really works. There is endless beauty on the W 800, but it is also a good starting point for scrambler or café racer conversions.

high speeds achievable

relaxed driving experience

convincing appearance.

Laterally installed king shaft corresponds to old technology

annoying chassis

brakes somewhat weak

modest performance.

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2020

The Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 offers a very coherent overall package in the retro segment. A relaxed seating position, lots of chrome and the cultivated two-cylinder make it a pretty object of desire that also stands up to everyday use. You won't find any modern features, but with an output of 47 hp, traction control and riding modes would be superfluous anyway. If you long for decelerated, relaxed cruising and purist motorcycling, you will definitely be happy with the Interceptor 650.

Refined engine Relaxed seating position Good brakes Classic round instruments Authentic retro look

Chassis does not withstand sporty driving style

seat uncomfortable in the long run

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki W800 vs Royal Enfield Interceptor 650

Price Kawasaki W800

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Price Royal Enfield Interceptor 650

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