JAMES GASKETS SKU: 681-4612

James Gaskets Shovelhead Primary Housing Gasket - Paper - Harley FLT & FXR 5-Speed

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About James Gaskets

James Gaskets has supplied American V-twin gaskets, seals and O-rings for decades and is one of the most widely stocked names for Harley-Davidson engine, primary and transmission rebuilds. When a service manual calls for a specific gasket, James almost always has an exact-fit answer.

Ensure a reliable seal for your classic Shovelhead primary with this James Gaskets paper primary housing gasket. Specifically designed for FLT and FXR models featuring 5-speed transmissions, it's a direct OEM-replacement.

Why riders pick this

  • Direct OEM-replacement for Shovelhead primaries
  • Traditional paper gasket construction
  • Made in the U.S.A. for quality assurance
  • Ensures a leak-free primary cover seal
  • Designed for FLT and FXR 5-speed models

When maintaining your Shovelhead, a quality primary housing gasket is essential for preventing fluid leaks and keeping your ride clean. This James Gaskets paper gasket provides a precise fit and dependable seal for your classic V-twin.

Reliable Sealing for Shovelhead Primaries

  • Made in the U.S.A. to ensure consistent quality
  • Direct OEM-replacement specification for a perfect fit
  • Traditional paper gasket material suitable for Shovelhead applications

Maintain Your Classic Harley

This primary housing gasket is an ideal choice for Shovelhead owners looking for an accurate replacement part. It's engineered to fit Harley-Davidson FLT and FXR models that utilize Shovelhead engines and 5-speed transmissions, helping you maintain the integrity of your primary system with confidence.

Specifications

  • Brand: James Gaskets
  • Manufacturer Part #: 34901-79-A
  • Length: 12.6 in
  • Width: 21.9 in
  • Height: 0.4 in
  • Weight: 0.556 lbs

Common questions

Is this gasket compatible with Shovelhead engines running a 4-speed transmission?

This James Gaskets primary housing gasket is specifically designed for Shovelhead engines found in FLT and FXR models with 5-speed transmissions. Please verify your transmission type before ordering.

Is this a genuine Harley-Davidson factory part?

No, this is an aftermarket primary housing gasket manufactured by James Gaskets to OEM specifications. It provides a direct replacement for the original part but is not a factory Harley component.

What's the best way to install this paper gasket?

Thoroughly clean both primary cover surfaces before installation. While not always required, some riders may apply a thin coat of gasket sealant. Always refer to your service manual for specific torque patterns and specifications.

Ordering from Vtwinbikers

  • Brand new, sourced through authorized US distribution — never used, never grey-market.
  • Not sure it fits? Use Shop by Bike to filter by your year and model, or email us and we will confirm before you order.
  • Harley-Davidson and Indian Motorcycle is all we do, so you are talking to people who ride what you ride.
BRANDJames Gaskets
TYPEGaskets/Seals
SKU681-4612
WEIGHT0.56 lb
Please contact us to confirm fitment for your specific motorcycle, or check the product title for compatibility notes.
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Oct 12, 2025

Good stuff

Great gaskets. Good quality. James gaskets are great. Always use them. Something else that is great. Romans 6:23. For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. A free gift of eternal life. What a deal!

— ROBERT B
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Sep 14, 2025

Great gaskets

Well actually I haven’t installed it yet but I have used James gaskets and seals in the past and have never had a problem with them. I am sure this gasket will be fine. It looks good and I try to always use James products. And remember, For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. John 3:16

— ROBERT B
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Dec 5, 2023

The only aftermarket gaskets I use

Jame's gasket have been a good choice since I first started working on early model Harleys and late model from flathead to twin cam you can't beat them. There is only one gasket I prefer from Harley over james and that's the outer primary one. James will have a better outer primary gasket soon enough for the late model outer primarys!

— Stephen D
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Dec 14, 2022

correct part to replace starter drive for disassembly of primary case

— Anonymous
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Dec 3, 2022

Good gasket

— Anonymous
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Nov 23, 2022

Great

— Anonymous