Kawasaki India recently shared a social media teaser featuring the W230, marking the 60th anniversary of the iconic W-series. Currently, the Japanese manufacturer offers the W175 in the Indian market, but the appearance of the W230 in the teaser has sparked speculation about its possible entry into the country. While the post strongly hints at an upcoming launch, Kawasaki has yet to officially confirm its plans regarding the introduction of the W230 to Indian buyers.
The Kawasaki W230 could be a strong indication of the brand considering an India launch, where it would be positioned above the W175 in the lineup. Staying true to the W family's heritage, the motorcycle carries signature design elements such as a teardrop-shaped fuel tank, chrome-finished classic front and rear fenders, circular headlights, and traditional ORVMs. These touches highlight Kawasaki's effort to blend retro styling with modern appeal, making the W230 a potential premium offering in the segment.
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Adding to its charm, the W230 features a silver-finished engine bay with chrome detailing on the fuel filler cap, headlight cowl, exhaust pipes, and wire-spoke rims. Cycle parts remain simple yet functional, including RSU front forks, rear twin shockers, disc brakes (265 mm front and 220 mm rear), ABS, and an 18-inch front wheel paired with a 17-inch rear wheel.
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Powering the Kawasaki W230 is the 233 cc, air-cooled, single-cylinder engine, which is capable of producing 17.3 bhp at 7,000 rpm and 18.6 Nm of peak torque at 5,800 rpm. The power mill is mated with a 6-speed gearbox for transmission.
If launched in India, the Kawasaki W230 will compete with other motorcycles in the segment, like the Royal Enfield Hunter 350, TVS Ronin, and the recently launched Yamaha XSR 155 in the country.