In a world where motorcycles are growing ever more complex, the Kawasaki W800 endures as a bastion of mechanical elegance. It offers little in the way of technical frou-frou, beyond its fuel injection and ABS-equipped disc brakes. And while it hails from Japan, its styling is a stunningly faithful tribute to the halcyon days of British motorcycling.
It’s also highly rideable, thanks to a parallel-twin engine that’s easygoing yet peppy, paired with neutral ergonomics that encourage daily rides. It’s no surprise that both the W800 and its predecessor, the W650, have been darlings of the custom scene for years.
This chic Kawasaki W800 comes from our friend Ma ‘Max’ Yicheng, proprietor of 2LOUD Custom in Taiwan. Max’s mission was to amplify the W800’s British character and add custom flair—without sacrificing its ride quality.…