Why the W230
6 highlights
Low seat height
With one of the lowest seat heights in its class, the W230 is suited to a wide range of riders, bringing the W heritage to a broader audience and making this W one of the most accessible machines in the 250cc class.
Traditional Instrumentation
Round, retro-style gauges with a built-in LCD display offer the best of both worlds: classic, easy-to-read looks with the added information a modern LCD display.
Classic-Style Teardrop Fuel Tank with 3D Emblem
The fuel tank’s teardrop shape contributes to the timeless beauty of a W model, while a specially designed 3D emblem catches the eye and distinguishes this model within the category.
Vintage-Style Air Cooled Engine Design
For both the looks from the outside and the feel when riding, the W230’s engine delivers a vintage character. Special care was given to the design to produce classic looks in a modern engine, with sculpted engine parts including large, rounded fins on the cylinder head.
Elegant Muffler with Fine-Tuned Exhaust Note
The header pipe flows elegantly from the engine and ends in a peashooter style silencer to recreate the beautiful look of early W models for true classic styling. The exhaust note was finetuned to produce a deep bass sound and pulsing sensation when accelerating. When cruising, the exhaust volume is approximately the same level as wind noise, contributing to a pleasant ride feel.
Large-Diameter Spoked Wheels
Spoked 18” front and 17” rear wheels lend the W230 a distinguished, stylish look and feel that contributes to smooth handling as well as a big-bike appearance.
About the W230
The newest member of the W family nods to the past but rides full throttle into the future.
With design inspired by the 1965 650-W1 model, the all-new W230 motorcycle packs a
modern punch with Kawasaki’s proven 233cc fuel-injected 4-stroke engine. The
original icon continues with a light weight, low seat height, and friendly
power character that opens ‘60s design to more riders than ever before.
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Specification
Engine
ENGINE TYPE
Air-cooled, 4-stroke Single
DISPLACEMENT
233 cm³
BORE X STROKE
67 x 66 mm
COMPRESSION RATION
9.0:1
MAX. TORQUE
18.6 N•m {1.9 kgf•m} / 5,800 rpm
LUBRICATION
Forced lubrication, wet sump
FUEL SUPPL
Fuel injection: Ø 32 mm x 2
EXHAUST SYSTEM
2-into-1, Catalyst in collector
CERTIFICATION
Euro 6
CLUTCH
Wet multi-disc, manual
GEARBOX
6 Speed
FINAL DRIVE
Chain
IGNITION
Digital
BATTERY
12V
STARTING
Electric
GEAR RATIO
Gear Ratios 1st3.000 (39/13) Gear Ratios 2nd2.067 (31/15) Gear Ratios 3rd1.556 (28/18) Gear Ratios 4th1.261 (29/23) Gear Ratios 5th1.040 (26/25) Gear Ratios 6th0.852 (23/27)
Chassis
FRAME
Semi-double cradle, steel
FRONT SUSPENSION
37 mm telescopic fork
FRONT BRAKE
Single 265 mm disc. Caliper: Dual-piston
REAR SUSPENSION
Twin shocks with adjustable preload
REAR BRAKE
Single 220 mm disc. Caliper: Single-piston
FRONT TYRE
90/90-18M/C 51S
REAR TYRE
110/90-17M/C 60S
Dimensions
LENGTH
2,125 mm
WIDTH
2,125 mm
HEIGHT
1090 mm
GROUND CLEARANCE
150 mm
UNLADEN WEIGHT
143 kg
USABLE TANK VOLUME
12 litres
WHEELBASE
1415 mm
SEAT HEIGHT
745 mm
On the road price
OTR payment required
Price breakdown
Basic price
£4,654.00
OTR charges
£135.00
On the road total
£4,789.00
“On the road” (OTR) costs
£135.00
refer to the additional fees and taxes you pay on top of the bikes's basic price to
make it legally road-ready this varies by brand. This includes registration fees,
road tax, “pre delivery inspection” (PDI) and delivery costs to dealership.
The OTR price ensures you have everything needed to ride the bike away from the
dealership legally, excluding insurance. *OTR charges may vary depending on the
dealer’s geographic location and associated setup costs
- Pre registered vehicles road fund licence as already been deducted from the OTR.