- 5 colours
- Engine
- 177 cc
- Power
- 12.8 bhp
- Claimed mileage
- 41 kmpl
- Kerb weight
- 135 kg
In short
The W175 is Kawasaki's smallest retro-styled bike, using a 177cc single making 12.8bhp and returning a claimed 41kmpl, with prices from ₹1.15 lakh to ₹1.25 lakh across four variants. Its classic looks and light 135kg build make it an easy first bike, though a rear drum brake and basic single-channel ABS reflect its budget positioning.
What works
- 41kmpl claimed mileage, with real-world owners reporting 38-43kmpl
- 135kg kerb weight makes it easy for new riders to handle
- Four variant and colour choices from ₹1.15 lakh to ₹1.25 lakh
What doesn't
- Rear drum brake instead of a disc, unlike some 150-200cc rivals
- 12.8bhp limits it firmly to city and short-highway use
- Only single-channel ABS, with no rear-wheel protection
Best for: First-time riders, Retro styling enthusiasts, City and short commutes
Price and variants
Ex-showroom Delhi list prices from the manufacturer. On-road for your city is in the panel above.
Ex-showroom Delhi, the W175 range runs from ₹1,15,006 (Candy Persimmon Red) to ₹1,25,007 (Alloy Wheel) across 4 variants.
That makes it the cheapest of the 64 cruisers we have reviewed. Its closest price rivals are the Ronin 225 (₹15,308 more) and the Avenger Street 220 (₹19,095 more).
On the road in Delhi the base W175 comes to ₹1.36 Lakh: ₹1,15,000 ex-showroom, ₹10,700 in Delhi road tax and registration (9.3%), ₹10,426 for first-year insurance. Dealers add handling and accessory packs on top; both are negotiable.
| Variant | Candy Persimmon Red | Ebony | Metallic | Alloy Wheel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom | ₹1,15,006 | ₹1,19,007+₹4,001 | ₹1,21,007+₹6,001 | ₹1,25,007+₹10,001 |
| Rough EMI | ₹3,650/mo | ₹3,770/mo | ₹3,840/mo | ₹3,960/mo |
| Wheel Type | Spoke Wheels | Spoke Wheels | Spoke Wheels | Alloy Wheels |
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Mileage
W175's claimed mileage is 41 kmpl, and unusually, owners and our own riding land right on it: expect 38–43 kmpl in everyday use. Few bikes get this close to their brochure figure.
Engine and ride
Power comes from a 177cc single producing 12.8 bhp and 13.2 Nm, paired with a 5 Speed. At 135 kg the power-to-weight figure is 95 bhp per tonne, which ranks 59 of 59 in its class here.
The torque and power figures are well balanced, so it neither needs to be revved hard nor feels lazy when you do.
Chassis hardware includes single-channel ABS, with a disc, 270 mm, 2 piston caliper up front and drum at the rear.
At 790 mm the seat is average for the class; most riders from 5'5" up will be comfortable at stops.
Our review
Riding impressions and the buying advice a spec sheet cannot give.
Verdict
The W175 is a small bike with a big personality, borrowing the classic silhouette of Kawasaki's larger W-series retros at a genuinely accessible price. Between ₹1.15 lakh and ₹1.25 lakh depending on variant, it competes with far more ordinary-looking 150-200cc commuters and wins purely on charm.
Riding it every day
At 135kg it is light and easy to filter through traffic, and the single-cylinder engine, while modest at 12.8bhp, is smooth and unstressed at city speeds. Claimed mileage of 41kmpl lines up with real-world reports of 38 to 43kmpl, making it cheap to run day to day. The rear drum brake is the one component that shows its budget positioning, needing a more deliberate hand than a disc-equipped rival, especially in the monsoon.
What to know before buying
Check the drum brake shoes and cable for wear on a used example, since these need more frequent attention than a disc setup. The engine and electricals are shared with Kawasaki's other small-capacity models, so parts and service should be reasonably accessible through the brand's Indian dealer network, though it is smaller than Honda's or Bajaj's.
Who should buy it
This suits a new rider or a retro-styling enthusiast who wants a light, easy first bike without spending on a bigger-capacity classic like the W800. Anyone planning frequent highway riding or wanting a rear disc brake should look at the Ronin 225 or a similarly priced rival instead.
Features
- Single-channel ABS
- Front disc brake
- Tubeless tyres
- Side-stand engine cut-off
- Hazard lamps
- Digital console
- Engine kill switch
On safety kit the W175 has single-channel abs, front disc brake, tubeless tyres, side-stand engine cut-off and hazard lamps. ABS acts on the front wheel only; the rear can still lock under a hard stamp.
What it lacks: rear disc brake, led tail lamp, usb charging port and led daytime running lamp, which rivals at this price offer. The safety items in that list matter more than the console.
It is offered in 5 colours: Ebony, Candy Persimmon Red, Metallic Moondust Gray, Candy Emerald Green and Metallic Ocean Blue. Colour availability varies by variant and dealer stock.
Warranty, service and ownership
Standard warranty is 2 years or 30,000 km.
Service reach is the weak point: Kawasaki has about 60 dealer and workshop touchpoints across the country. Confirm there is one within reach before you sign.
On sale since 2022, the W175 is established enough that early production issues have been worked through and used examples give a fair read on resale.
W175: questions people ask
- What is the price of the Kawasaki W175?
- The W175 costs between ₹1,15,006 and ₹1,25,007 ex-showroom Delhi across 4 variants, as of September 2026. On-road price adds road tax, registration and insurance and varies by state.
- What is the on-road price of the W175 in Delhi?
- About ₹1.36 Lakh for the base variant in Delhi: ₹1,15,000 ex-showroom plus ₹10,700 in Delhi road tax and registration and ₹10,426 for first-year insurance. Figure from dealer quotes, updated monthly; handling and accessory packs can add more.
- What is the mileage of the W175?
- Claimed mileage is 41 kmpl. Owners typically see 38–43 kmpl in mixed city and highway riding.
- How much does the W175 cost to run per month?
- Fuel works out to about ₹2.34 per km in Delhi, so a 30 km daily commute costs roughly ₹1,826 a month before servicing.
- What is the EMI for the W175?
- With 10% down, a 36-month loan at 9.5% on the base variant comes to about ₹3,650 a month. A shorter tenure raises the EMI but cuts total interest; see the EMI calculator on the price page.
- What is the engine capacity and power of the W175?
- It uses a 177cc engine producing 12.8 bhp and 13.2 Nm, with a 5 speed.
- Is the W175 suitable for short riders?
- Yes. Seat height is 790 mm, low for the class, so riders around 5'2" and above can reach the ground comfortably.
- W175 or SRC 250: which is better?
- The SRC 250 is ₹22,021 more expensive to start and less efficient at 39 kmpl against 41 kmpl. Pick the W175 for first-time riders, the SRC 250 for first cruiser buyers. Our side-by-side comparison covers every spec.
- Is the W175 fast enough for occasional highway trips?
- It can sustain highway speeds since its top speed is around 110kmph, but with 12.8bhp it will feel strained overtaking trucks or riding two-up at speed, so treat highway use as occasional rather than routine.
- Does the W175's drum rear brake feel unsafe in the rain?
- A rear drum needs a gentler, earlier application in the wet than a disc does, and new riders should practise braking technique in monsoon conditions rather than assume it behaves like a disc-equipped rival.
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