2003 Kawasaki W650 from Ireland - Comments

Nothing.

The Japanese copy of a 1960s Triumph Bonneville.

Looks good, rides good.

Economical, 70 m.p.g.

Handled better when I fitted Hagon Shocks.

Braked better when I fitted stainless steel lines and Double-H sintered pads.

I first saw a "W" parked in a wall-mart parking lot a few years ago. I couldn't stop talking about it with my brother. He'd been stuffing money away in a Harley fund for years...

I came home from vacation to find he'd bought a "W". I had to pick it up at the dealer because he didn't have a permit and couldn't ride it legally. Of course, it was pouring raining the the day I picked it up. Regardless, I'd leave my visor up so I could hear the engine better. I love the sound of the engine, particularly on compression.

I love the "W", it's a great little bike, and the nostalgia factor just adds to its appeal. Everyone points or stops to look at it. Luckily, my brother lets me take it out once in a while. Happy trails. Enjoy!