2004 KAWASAKI W650 DEUS CUSTOM BOBBER

This stunning custom bike by Deus Customs is based on a 2004 Kawasaki W650 (EJ650) and built with no expense spared to Deus’ premium hardtail bobber specification. The motor is a 676cc vertical twin mated to a five-speed manual gearbox. An exceptionally low-mileage bike, the odometer shows 1,270 km, though the correct total is 2,724 km.

The bike was imported into Australia in 2008 and has been with the current owner for 12 years. Completely bespoke with a custom paint job, the motor is said to be the only original part of the Kawasaki remaining.

The Kawasaki’s rear frame was modified to convert the bike to a hardtail, with the rear wheel laced to 17 inches from 18 and the front laced to 21 inches from 19. The bike features a pod filter conversion, two-into-one exhaust with tulip muffler, as well as an alloy electrical and battery box with lithium battery, Daytona speedo, tanks from a Yamaha SR500, Bates-style headlight, Posh Bullet indicators, Springer seat, and alloy fenders and drag bars.

It was used for promotional events by Australian custom lifestyle business Deus Ex Machina, as well as other brands, most recently featured by Breitling. Meticulously serviced and well-cared for by its previous owner, it has extremely low mileage for its age and was garaged for most of its life. A full history of its maintenance since importation to Australia is available.

The bike has never suffered any bodywork damage, and the custom cream and grey paintwork is in excellent condition. There is a paint chip in the middle of the handlebar and a small scratch on the bevel drive cover. The alloy engine covers present with a small amount of oxidisation and there is some texture in the powder coating on the right-hand side of the frame next to the chain drive. However, the trim, upholstery and running gear is in excellent condition. Its controls and electronics work well, with no faults and no warning lights.

Deux Ex Machina Motorcycles performed a service on the bike in January 2021. Work completed included fresh oil and filter, new plugs, new pod filters, new battery and fresh brake fluid.

The bike received an annual service every year from 2009 to 2017, when it was stored for two-and-a-half years before being returned to the road. To prepare for this, in December 2016 the tank and carburettors were drained, the oil, filter and plugs were refreshed, and the battery was disconnected. On in January 2020, the bike was out of storage and prepared for use again with fresh oil, filter and plugs, new pod filters, brake fluid and a new battery.

The bike is currently registered in New South Wales until March 2022. Tyres are dated to 2008 and are at 90% tread, but present with some slight cracking in the sidewalls, so would benefit from being replaced in the near future.

Built by Deus Customs with no regard to cost and with every regard to design, this 2004 Kawasaki W650 is a true one-of-a-kind and, playing a role in the promotion of various premium brands, has an interesting history as well. It has an excellent service record and has been meticulously cared for by a knowledgeable and passionate owner, and it is now ready for another enthusiast to enjoy it on the open road.

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This vehicle’s VIN has been checked against the Australian Personal Property Securities Register, and there is no security interest or other registration kind logged against the serial number. This vehicle has been checked through the Austroads NEVDIS system, and there are no markers under the written-off or stolen databases.