Kawasaki OEM Cylinder Head Gasket 11004-7016
The Kawasaki 11004-7016 Head Gasket is a genuine OEM cylinder-head gasket used on select Kawasaki FH541V and FH580V V-Twin engines.
Kawasaki identifies this part as GASKET-HEAD. It provides the critical seal between the cylinder and cylinder head, helping maintain combustion pressure while sealing the engine's cylinder-head mating surfaces.
Part number 11004-7016 also replaces older Kawasaki head gasket 11004-7010 on applicable engine specifications.
Manufacturer: Kawasaki Engines
Part Number: 11004-7016
OEM Description: GASKET-HEAD
Part Type: Cylinder Head Gasket
Primary Engine Families: FH541V, FH580V
Replaces: 11004-7010 on applicable engines
Quantity Sold: 1 Gasket
Many compatible Kawasaki FH541V and FH580V V-Twin engines use two head gaskets—one per cylinder.
This product listing is for one 11004-7016 head gasket. If both cylinder heads are being removed, verify whether two gaskets are required.
Kawasaki 11004-7016 Product Details
| 11004-7016 Head Gasket Information | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Kawasaki Engines |
| Part Number | 11004-7016 |
| OEM Description | GASKET-HEAD |
| Part Type | Cylinder Head Gasket |
| Engine System | Cylinder / Cylinder Head |
| Engine Families | Select FH541V & FH580V |
| Previous Part Number | 11004-7010 on applicable engines |
| Quantity Sold | 1 Gasket |
| Quality | Genuine OEM Kawasaki |
What Engines Use Kawasaki 11004-7016?
Kawasaki parts catalogs document 11004-7016 extensively across select specifications in two FH-Series V-Twin engine families:
This does not mean every Kawasaki FH engine uses this head gasket. Fitment should be verified using the complete engine model and specification number.
Documented Application Examples
Exact Kawasaki and OEM equipment catalogs document 11004-7016 on applications including:
- FH541V-AS04
- FH541V-AS10
- FH541V-AS24
- FH541V-AS27
- FH541V-AS31
- FH541V-BS04
- FH541V-CS25
- FH541V-CW04
- FH580V-AS05
- FH580V-AS11
- FH580V-AS20
- FH580V-BS21
- FH580V-CS25
- FH580V-CW04
These are representative examples, not a complete compatibility list.
11004-7016 Replaces Kawasaki 11004-7010
Older Kawasaki engine or equipment documentation may call for head gasket 11004-7010.
On applicable engines, Kawasaki now services that older number with 11004-7016.
Previous: 11004-7010
Current: 11004-7016
How Many 11004-7016 Head Gaskets Are Required?
The FH541V and FH580V are V-Twin engines with separate cylinder heads.
Kawasaki FH580V parts documentation lists quantity 2 of 11004-7016, confirming one head gasket for each cylinder.
Engine quantity: commonly 2
This listing: 1 gasket
Works With Both FH Cylinder Head Positions
On applicable FH541V and FH580V engines, the same 11004-7016 head gasket is used at both cylinder-head positions.
For example, compatible FH580V diagrams can list:
- 11008-6043 – Cylinder Head #1
- 11008-7020 – Cylinder Head #2
- 11004-7016 – Head Gasket, quantity 2
The two cylinder-head castings have separate part numbers, but the applicable engine uses the same head-gasket number at each cylinder.
11004-7016 vs. 11060-7001 Rocker Case Gasket
These two gaskets are often replaced during the same cylinder-head repair, but they perform different jobs.
| Part Number | Function |
|---|---|
| 11004-7016 | Cylinder Head Gasket |
| 11060-7001 | Rocker Case / Valve Cover Gasket |
The head gasket seals between the cylinder and cylinder head. The rocker-case gasket seals the outer valve-cover area.
Do Not Confuse 11004-7016 With 11004-7015
Kawasaki used different head-gasket part numbers across different FH engine families.
11004-7016 is strongly associated with FH541V and FH580V applications. Smaller FH451V, FH500V and FH531V engines commonly use a different head gasket, such as 11004-7015.
Do not select a Kawasaki head gasket from the FH-Series name alone.
Match the exact model and specification number to the correct cylinder/crankcase diagram.
When Should a Cylinder Head Gasket Be Replaced?
A head gasket should normally be replaced when the cylinder head is removed rather than attempting to reuse a compressed or previously heat-cycled gasket.
Cylinder-head service may be required after diagnosis of compression leakage, combustion sealing problems or other internal-engine concerns.
Symptoms such as low compression, smoke or poor engine performance can have several causes, so proper diagnosis should be performed before disassembling the engine.
Before Ordering Kawasaki 11004-7016
- Locate the complete Kawasaki engine model and specification.
- Confirm 11004-7016 or older 11004-7010 in the parts diagram.
- Verify that the engine is an applicable FH541V or FH580V configuration.
- Determine whether one or both cylinder heads are being removed.
- Remember that this listing contains one gasket.
- Verify rocker-case gasket 11060-7001 and other required seals separately.
- Follow the Kawasaki service manual for cylinder-head installation and fastener procedures.
Kawasaki 11004-7016 FAQs
What is Kawasaki 11004-7016?
Kawasaki 11004-7016 is a genuine OEM cylinder head gasket for select Kawasaki FH541V and FH580V engines.
What does 11004-7016 replace?
It replaces older Kawasaki head gasket 11004-7010 on applicable engine specifications.
Does 11004-7016 fit FH541V?
Yes. It is documented across numerous FH541V specifications. Verify the complete specification before ordering.
Does 11004-7016 fit FH580V?
Yes. It is extensively documented throughout the FH580V engine family.
How many 11004-7016 head gaskets does a V-Twin use?
Compatible FH541V and FH580V V-Twins generally use two head gaskets, one per cylinder. This listing is for one gasket.
Is 11004-7016 the same as 11060-7001?
No. 11004-7016 is the cylinder head gasket. 11060-7001 is the rocker-case or valve-cover gasket.
Does 11004-7016 fit FH500V?
Do not assume so. FH500V applications commonly use a different head gasket, such as Kawasaki 11004-7015.
Has Kawasaki 11004-7016 been superseded?
No newer Kawasaki service number was verified. Current Kawasaki parts sources continue to list 11004-7016 directly.
