Kawasaki W650 Desert Sled - Custom Scrambler Build
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- Опубліковано 24 лип 2024
- In this video our friend Rick Hannah gives us the full low down on his custom Kawasaki W650 Desert Sled build. Rick's Desert Sled is a ground up full custom scrambler build which he completed within around 12 months.
CHAPTERS
0:00 Introduction
3:25 Engine
4:53 Exhaust
5:29 Frame
6:24 Swingarm
6:49 Rear shocks
7:02 Front end
7:24 Forks
7:46 Triple clamps
8:03 Headlight
8:31 Front brake
9:36 Kickstarter
9:59 Engine protector and engine bars
10:08 Tank
11:10 Bars
11:34 Indicators and brake light
11:52 Seat
12:13 Wheels and tyres
13:04 Build time
13:28 How it rides
13:50 Realities of building a custom motorcycle
14:39 Advice to someone thinking of building a custom desert sled
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Really nice video, enjoyed watching this.
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!
Classic
A very authentic voice. 12 months of devotion, many hours, many thousands of pounds and all apparent in the outcome.
That's an extremely beautiful build.
Yeah, Rick has a super keen eye for detail eh, thanks for watching :)
Proof that one person can look at an object and see something in it entirely different to everyone else. There should be more dual-purpose bikes with knobbies and big twin engines. I had a 1982 Triumph Tiger Trail 750 with tall gearing that climbed like a mountain goat.
I really like that bike I especially like the stance of the bike. where it has a little additional suspension travel. I also like how the rack works with the rear fender. and how the tank is reminiscent to Triumph. and I really like the aggressiveness of the tires. and the swingarm looks light but strong. and I like how the adjusters are inside the cavity for less chance of damaging them. this is the best Job I've seen restoring a Japanese bike to resemble a British bike. fantastic job.
Thank you.
Great advise at the end of the video about taking a build one piece at a time. So true, you eat a meal one bite at a time, not all at once. Thanks for the video.
The W650 is most often compared to the Triumph twin but the engine has always reminded me of the mid 50's Jawa bevel drive OHC 500 twin street bike. A very overlooked model that was a real beauty.
Beautiful, Rick. Used to have a W650 - I've missed it every day since, which is rare for me, no matter how much I love a bike. You've inspired me. Time to start looking for a W650 project bike. Thanks.
Very cool bike, I've often thought the kawasaki would make a great base for a scrambler, really nice build 👏👏👏👏
Stunning. A REAL motorcycle. If I had the cash, I would be knocking on your door!! Superb.
Right on Phil, thanks for checking out the video :)
That swing arm is a work of art
Everyone previously said it all, the only thing I will add is it sound's terrific, takes me back to my teens in the 60's
Right on Blackie :)
That's a thing of beauty!
Finally someone with the correct history. Great bike, sounds fantastic.
Glad you enjoyed it BearCat Racing, thanks for your nice comments :)
The bike looks fantastic, well done 🇬🇧👍
Nice one Martin, thanks for watching!
Can't get enough of that vertical twin exhaust note. Kawasaki did it as well as anyone.
real nice bike, nearly bought a w650 recently, after seeing this video i wish i had not let that one get away
Aah brother you have really worked hard on this bike and you have tried to put English theme on it. I can say it’s a wolf in a sheep’s cloth great job 👍
La vidéo est passionnante à suivre, le Rick a l'air "so cool" et la machine est magnifique. Quel travail. On est sûr que Steve Mc Queen aurait adoré.
This was my favourite video so far. Well done!
Glad you enjoyed it Michael and thanks for your nice comments :)
These Kawasakis remind me of the TR6C I rode for years. Of the many motorcycles I've owned since the Sixties, the TR6C was the most fun to ride in non-expressway conditions. I love the new Kawasaki W800s, although at my age, I'll probably never own one. Cheers, really enjoy your great work.
Fantastic attention to detail down to the smallest nut and bolt, combined with your artistic flare has produced a beautiful bike.
Sounds great too.
Great video. Had a W650 years ago. Only down-side was the carbs icing up. Now on a CB500f. Great bike to see me out!
Great video. A really interesting motorcycle you've created, with a beautiful engine and exhaust note. Brilliant!
Those shotgun pipes are gorgeous.
Great explanation of the building process, details and nice riding impressions. Perfect mix 👍😍 And a great excelent build bike of corse.
Thank you very much Herbert, very nice of you to say :)
Beautiful job. Always liked these W Kawees. Your custom sled reminds me of my 68 Trophy 500 I owned. Gotta a chuckle outta of the wheel spin the knobbies were giving you on the wet pavement. Thx.
Outstanding video! Love this machine, and it’s wonderful to hear directly from the builder.
I also love those style Motorcycle’s and parallel twins. Triumph, BSA, Matchless, etc. contemplating the W 800. A great look and sound of the old times on your 650. Thanks for this interesting video. 🇺🇸👍🏻
Really impressed. Nothing too trick just quality all the way.
Beautiful . Love the pipes & sound .nicest bike . Super clean looking .
Amazing work, this is the coolest looking W650 I've seen. Congratulations!
Very impressive, both the bike and you as a builder/craftsman/artist. And that exhaust sound!. So British! Sounds better than most larger displacement twins.
Right on Randal, thanks for your nice comments :)
Lovely bike, beautiful details.
Used to own the original W1 and W 2
A great result from careful selection and matching of first class parts. The result makes me quite envious. Good show and nice video too. Thanks.
Hey The East Man, thanks for saying!
Awesome bike and the W650 is my favourite bike, classic looks and predictable handling. Greetings from Oz 🇦🇺
Beautiful video, Classics are irreplaceable!
Between your Leather jacket looks stunning
One seriously beautiful bike, as beautiful as a Metisse ❤
Very detail orientated build..impressive..good vid !! Alotta patience mann!
NICE VIDEO! I have a W650 I'm going to customize. There are a lot of good ideas and advice in this video. Thank you!
Rick has built another one of these and we're shooting the video soon, standby
What a absolute beaut!
WHAT A BIKE, WHAT A VIDEO, I bloody love this machine, and its something I would have never even considered, im now on ebay lol
REALLY enjoyed the build and the attention to detail ,amazing finish on the project .Well done .
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for saying!
This is retro at his best. Excellent job.
What incredible work and using an amazing bike as the foundation!
A lot of ideas, implemented in a cool way, good job! The video presentation is also very successful👍
Regards from Berlin
That's a cracking build. A beautiful looker, but clearly also a well-thought out build, and a practical ride. So much going on, too, which the 'walk-around' shed light on. Looks like that back end stepped out a couple of times, eh? Looks like a load of fun, and great to have a machine that let's you wander off the roads a bit, without any drama. Nice job - and nice video. Thanks for making and sharing.
Hi Barry, thanks for your nice comments, we're glad you enjoyed the video, we had fun making it :)
@@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel nah, all thanks to you guys - and to the builder. really enjoyable viewing.
Brilliant, in every way. Great bike, very creative, informative and a cool presenter.
Glad you enjoyed it Gren, thanks for your nice comments :)
Well “ just excellent !!! Great looking and sounding bike, and presentation. Great thought and build process. First of your videos, I’ve watched so far. And looking forward to see more. Keep up the great work bud. And nice to see someone else appreciating “ a nice pint of Guinness. Fair play, and cheers 🍻 👍
This was so awesome and inspirational to me! Wonderful work ! TY for sharing
super nice bike, nothing to complain about
That's all we can ask Jürgen :)
Awesome bike, really nice work and fantastic video.
And no annoying music over the exhaust note. 👏🏼👏🏼👍🏼
Thanks for your nice comments Ian! Glad you enjoyed the video :)
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That is BEAUTIFUL, man. Holy cow. Bravo!
Cheers or watching Big Guy!
Wished I could own that fantastic bike. What a lovely machine.
I had no idea of the heritage. very cool. Great package the W650 and the new 800
Glad you liked it Medford, thanks for watching!
nice bike, awesome detail and thought process on parts, unique.
Thanks for watching Urbano Moda!
That's absolutely gorgeous Rick. I want one.
This one is sold mate but get in touch if you want one, I'll be building another in Apriil
Great video, bike is beautiful, not seen a better example, ever.
Great job and great video. I love the sound of that thing too. Its got tbe same tone as the old British bikes.
Cool, thanks for watching Mark and your nice comments :)
Iconic motorcycle. Harmonious product, epic sound. With respect from Russia.
Hey Front AllRouD, cheers for watching from over there :)
Beautiful welds on the frame.Nice bike man.
Love that sound of the pipes. Love that style of motorcycle. Kawasaki really hit a home run buying the rights to the bike.
What a gorgeous bike ! great job !
The W650,a great base for any custom build,great vid.
Thanks for watching Dave :)
Stunning Bike!! If I wasn't resembling the green-eyed monster, I might pay you a compliment!!
Thanks for checking in again English Pete :)
This is my favourite rebuilding bike!Congrats for the owner!
Thank you! Attila, very nice of you to say!
Hi Rick what a nice job ,just love it .its so right well done mate .
Thanks mate
Great looking bike! Has that scrambler look i love.
Beautiful bike and great video. Thanks for sharing, enjoyed that.
Right on Robin, thanks for your nice comments:)
A lot of fine detailing on your bike , well done , as without the video some of it could be missed , it so clean and simple looking , which is usually a good sign that it wasnt simple to do.
Cheers for watching Tom :)
Desert Sled is a sexy machine , ive owed a triumph and i avoided the w650 because it was a kawasaki ,but boy looking at this ,i'd like this bike , it floats my boat
the only small detail id get rid of is the HAGON stickers on the shocks ,thats all
Knobblys in the rain, a short but happy life.
WOW ! Sliding about all over the place ! Careful with that beauty man ! :D
Tyres were quite new Dudley :) thanks for watching!
Beautiful video. Very professional. Love the bike. Thanks.
Thank you very much John, glad you enjoyed the video and the bike :)
What a great bike! Love that sound!
It sure is Rob, thanks for saying :)
Great video and great build! Love the bike. 👌🏻
Looks good, sounds good an appealing bike all around. Talking about engine sizes though they had a 400cc version of this for the Japanese home market. I've often wondered how that rode.
It's a beauty, no doubt about it.
That's a very nice looking and sounding bike! Nice job!
Right on Paul, thanks for checking in and watching the video :)
Incredible build!
That’s a great looking build and some very good advice at the end there! Well done!
Glad you liked it Steve, Rick has a seriously good eye for detail eh!
@@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel it takes a lot to impress me but that build was absolutely Kwak-tastic! A very well detailed bike indeed.
@@SteveInskip Right on Steve!
What a fantastic bike
Accurate information and history of deigns for once , more information on the history of W1 / W2 650 etc would have been cool. Great video .
Thanks for your comments, we’ve got more videos with Rich planned, stay tuned :)
Sounds magnificent.
beautiful work
The bike is a beauty! Great work . I’d be terrified to take her off road though! 😂
That is a clean bike.Wish I had one for sure.
Thanks for watching Parkway Rider :)
WOW! I'm speechless.
This is stunning and so well thought through. I guess the w800 would be a natural base too. I can see a great dual sport in my head. Unfortunately I don't have your skills..
That is an excellent build! When I first glanced at the thumbnail I thought it was a Triumph Tiger 100. Very well done, had me fooled for a moment.
Edit: Spelling error.
Glad you liked it Biketron, thanks for watching and your nice comments!
Beautiful bike 👍👌 well done.
Good vid and a great looking bike, and I learnt a bit of Kawasaki history as well. Ta.
Thanks Stu, glad you enjoyed it!
You have the midas touch, beautiful build.
Brought my first Yamaha TX650 with a set of handlebar very much the same as those. I also set about to improve the back end with an integrated rack but with the addition of a small handle just behind the seat. Never thought to to the full sled style - wish I had now, as something different in a market that was lapping up Kawasaki z900s, Laverda Jotas, BSA & Triumph triples and all the like..
Who remembers then the style simplicity of Bob Dylan’s 64 Triumph Tiger to keep all that sane.
Lovely bike and overall a very smart project. Best for 2021
Ps love to see what you could do with a 450 Desmo or an old 350 sprint Aermacchi Harley as sleds.
Thanks mate, I love the Desmo 450, but too expensive to chop. The Aermacchi is great, If I can find one that isn't a wreck, maybe in 2022.
Beautful job ... thanks for the history lesson!
It’s beautiful.
Kawasaki needs to build a scrambler like this like Triumph sells now . Your bikes are GORGEOUS 😃👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
So right Cripple Guy!
Thanks Guy!
Great sounding bike.
Thank you for introducing the w 650
Cheers Marvin!
Lovely bike. Love the styling.