Kawasaki air-cooled V8

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:engine
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Type_4_Ho-Ro
gptkbp:aftermarket_support available parts and upgrades
gptkbp:application custom builds
gptkbp:competitors other motorcycle engines
gptkbp:compression_ratio varies by model
gptkbp:controls ECU controlled
gptkbp:cooling_system air-cooled
optimized for performance
gptkbp:displacement varies by model
gptkbp:emissions_standard complies with regulations
gptkbp:engine aluminum
high performance
V configuration
longitudinal
cast iron or aluminum
long-lasting with proper care
forged or cast
V8 layout
gptkbp:engine_type four-stroke
gptkbp:features overhead camshaft
gptkbp:first_introduced 1970s
gptkbp:fuel_capacity varies by model
lightweight for its class
dry sump or wet sump
gptkbp:fuel_type gptkb:Company
carbureted or fuel-injected
gptkbp:historical_event gptkb:Kawasaki_Z1
gptkbp:historical_significance part of Kawasaki's legacy
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Kawasaki air-cooled V8
gptkbp:ignition_system electronic ignition
standard or high-performance
gptkbp:maintenance requires regular oil changes
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Kawasaki_Heavy_Industries
gptkbp:market motorcycle enthusiasts
gptkbp:notable_features lightweight construction
gptkbp:notable_models gptkb:Kawasaki_KZ_series
gptkbp:origin Japanese engineering
gptkbp:performance high torque and horsepower
gptkbp:power_output varies by model
gptkbp:production_years 1970s to present
gptkbp:reliability known for durability
gptkbp:setting gptkb:V8
gptkbp:sound distinctive exhaust note
characteristic rumble
gptkbp:torque varies by model
gptkbp:tuning highly tunable
various aftermarket kits
common in racing applications
gptkbp:used_in gptkb:motorcycles
gptkbp:user_base motorcycle builders
gptkbp:valve_configuration 2 valves per cylinder
gptkbp:weight varies by model