Editing Kawasaki B8S

The '''Kawasaki B8''' series was initially produced for street use beginning in 1965 by [[Kawasaki]].  

The line of B8 motorcycles was the first to carry the full Kawasaki name. Based on it's predecessor, the [[Meihatsu]] B7 which used Kawasaki engines, the B8's were very popular in Japan because of their durability and low cost.  The 125[[cc]] [[two stroke]] engine produced 8 horsepower at 8,000rpm and was designed based on technical knowledge  garnered from the development and production of aircraft engines.  In fact, the tank badges read "Kawasaki Aircraft".

Known as the "Red Tank Kawasaki" the 1962 specifically for the motorcross championships in Japan.  In 1963, it proved itself a strong performer, sweeping the podium by finishing in 1st through 6th place.  The B8M was the first racing motorcycle to be built by Kawasaki and it was the first model to be sold as a production racing machine.  Based on the 125cc B8 street bikes; it had an increased 12 horsepower and was coupled to a 4-speed gearbox.  The success of the B8M began a legacy for Kawasaki racing performers.

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*150[[cc]]

*Maximum Horsepower: 12 HP @ 6,500 rpm

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