After a lot of miles on my Kawasaki W650, I’m officially done with “stock.” In this video there are no scenic backroads and no cinematic ride shots—just me in the garage, tools out, and the teardown beginning. It’s a short time-lapse, but it’s the real start of the next chapter: stripping the bike down piece by piece and moving it closer to the frame so I can build something completely different. The main takeaway here is simple: before the custom work can happen, the W has to come apart cleanly and methodically. I’m pulling OEM components, organizing the process, and setting the stage for the rebuild phase. I’m also making a point to keep usable parts in circulation—if you’re restoring or maintaining your own W650, I’d rather see these OEM parts go back on the road than sit on my shelf. If you need something specific, reach out in the comments or email me, and we’ll sort it out.