| Cheers & Jeers |
| KAWASAKI W650 |
| Engine | 8 | Not powerful but plenty full of character |
| Drivetrain | 8 | Fab gearbox and light, sweet clutch |
| Handling | 5 | Going back in time, a bit too literally |
| Braking | 6 | Good enough around town |
| Ride | 5 | You’ll feel every bump, sometimes twice |
| Ergonomics | 7 | In-the-wind riding position; otherwise fine |
| Features | 8 | Centerstand, kickstart, clock, all wonderful |
| Refinement | 6 | More than you’d think, less than you’d hope |
| Value | 8 | A cheap bit of British nostalgia |
| Fun Factor | 8 | In the city, a real relaxing treat |
| Verdict: A cunning retro-cruiser that looks and acts the part of old-crock bike; reliable though. |