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James Gaskets Top End Gasket Kit with Metal Base Gaskets - Harley Sportster
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.
This James Gaskets Sportster top-end gasket kit, featuring metal base gaskets, is engineered for V-twin engines. Made in the USA using state-of-the-art materials and production methods, it's designed to seal cylinder head, rocker box, and intake manifold surfaces reliably. It’s a crucial component for any top-end maintenance or rebuild.
Why riders pick this
- Complete top-end gasket kit
- Durable metal base gasket construction
- Made in the U.S.A. with OEM-quality materials
- Seals cylinder head, rocker box, and intake manifold
When you're working on the critical upper components of your Sportster engine, you need gaskets that won't let you down. This James Gaskets top-end kit provides precisely that, with durable metal base gaskets engineered for V-twin engines. Made in the USA using state-of-the-art materials and production methods, this kit ensures reliable sealing for cylinder head, rocker box, and intake manifold surfaces, keeping your engine running strong and leak-free.
Robust Sealing for Your Top End
- Includes durable metal base gasket construction
- Made in the U.S.A. with OEM-quality materials and manufacturing
- Designed to seal cylinder head, rocker box, and intake manifold surfaces
- Essential components for Sportster V-twin engine maintenance
Maintain Peak Engine Performance
A properly sealed top end is fundamental to your Sportster's performance and longevity. This gasket kit addresses all key sealing points in the upper engine, providing the quality and durability needed to prevent leaks and maintain optimal compression. Whether you're undertaking a full rebuild or targeted maintenance, these gaskets offer the peace of mind that comes with trusted, American-made components. Always consult your service manual for precise installation steps.
Specifications
- Brand: James Gaskets
- Manufacturer Part #: 17032-91
- Length: 7.4 in
- Width: 9.35 in
- Height: 1.35 in
- Weight: 0.788 lbs
Common questions
What gaskets are included in this kit?
This top-end kit includes cylinder head, rocker box, and intake manifold gaskets with metal bases for durability, covering upper engine sealing surfaces.
Is this a complete gasket kit or just some gaskets?
This is a top-end gasket kit, focusing on the upper engine sealing surfaces. A full engine rebuild may require additional gaskets from separate kits.
Are these gaskets made by Harley-Davidson?
James Gaskets manufactures these to OEM specifications as a trusted aftermarket option, not directly by Harley-Davidson.
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.
| BRAND | James Gaskets |
| TYPE | Gaskets/Seals |
| SKU | 681-5219 |
| WEIGHT | 0.79 lb |
No surprise
Perfect. Exactly what i expected.
Very good kit everything you need for topend build
Perfect fit
looks like all the gaskets i need to rebuild my top end are in the kit right now im tearing down and prepping
First time doing top end rebuild. Pleased with the quality- everything was there so hopefully they do what they are supposed to. Pleased with the purchase.