Excellent set
Excellent set for the price, easy to install, very durable products. I would recommend this set 10/10
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 5-pack of James Gaskets Sportster primary housing cover gaskets with a bead design provides a reliable, OEM-spec replacement for your V-twin. Made in the U.S.A., these .030 inch paper gaskets are engineered for effective sealing.
When servicing your Harley Sportster's primary, a quality gasket is essential for preventing leaks and maintaining optimal performance. This 5-pack of James Gaskets primary housing cover gaskets features a paper construction with a bead design, offering enhanced sealing capabilities. Each gasket is made in the U.S.A. to precise OEM specifications, ensuring a perfect fit and dependable seal every time you button up your primary.
Whether you're a dedicated DIY rider or a professional technician, having a supply of quality primary cover gaskets on hand streamlines maintenance. This 5-pack ensures you're ready for routine service or unexpected repairs without delay. Always ensure mating surfaces are thoroughly cleaned and free of old gasket material before installation. A properly sealed primary protects your internal components and keeps your Sportster running strong.
What is the benefit of the 'bead' design?
The bead design on this paper gasket provides an additional sealing ridge that compresses to create a more robust and reliable seal, helping to prevent oil leaks from your primary cover.
Can I reuse these gaskets?
No, paper gaskets are designed for single use. They compress upon installation to create a seal and should always be replaced with a new one each time the primary cover is removed to ensure a proper, leak-free seal.
Will this fit my Harley Sportster primary cover?
Yes, these gaskets are designed for Harley Sportster primary housing covers. We recommend using our Shop by Bike tool to confirm compatibility with your specific model year.
| BRAND | James Gaskets |
| TYPE | Gaskets/Seals |
| SKU | 681-5424 |
| WEIGHT | 0.39 lb |
Excellent set for the price, easy to install, very durable products. I would recommend this set 10/10
Breaking engine in right now and everything is holding tight. Very pleased
Great gasket set, includes everything you need to reseal top end.
Quality parts in a timely manner
Fit like it should, super quick shipping
Gasket set seems to be of good quality. Everything fit just like oem gaskets and seals but made better lol. So far so good, Everything is nice a dry now.