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Great gasket kit over delivered in the quality of the gasket set great job
COMETIC
SKU: 68-9971
Cometic Sportster Head/Base Gasket - EVO Sportster KIT Oe#17049-04 — Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Classic, Sportster 883, Softail Custom (1984-1999)
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Cometic head and base gasket set for Harley-Davidson EVO Sportster engines, engineered to seal cylinder head and base plate with modern gasket materials and precision manufacturing. Direct replacement for OEM part 17049-04.
Features
- Precision-manufactured gasket set
- Head and base gaskets included
- Modern gasket materials for V-Twin engines
Specifications
- Brand: Cometic
- Manufacturer Part #: C9971
- Weight: 0.81 lbs
Fitment
Fits Harley-Davidson EVO Sportster models. Replaces OEM part 17049-04.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's included in this kit?
Head gasket and base gasket — everything needed to seal the cylinder head and motor base.
Will this fit my Twin Cam Sportster?
No — this part is for EVO Sportster engines only. Twin Cam models require a different gasket kit.
Is this OEM Harley or an aftermarket replacement?
Cometic manufactures this as a direct OEM-spec replacement for Harley part 17049-04.
Do I need to re-torque the head after installation?
Follow Harley's head bolt torque sequence and spec in your service manual — typically done in stages after initial assembly.
| BRAND | Cometic |
| TYPE | Gaskets/Seals |
| SKU | 68-9971 |
| WEIGHT | 0.81 lb |
Please contact us to confirm fitment for your specific motorcycle, or check the product title for compatibility notes.
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Jun 3, 2023
DONT FOLLOW PRINTED INSTRUCTIONS!
DON’T FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS ON THE BOX!!! It says recommended torque is 42 lb/ft. You know what happened at 32lb/ft? One of bolts broke! And I was lucky there was long enough piece sticking out to remove it without drilling out! Check photos.
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Feb 21, 2022
Fits well!
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Sep 10, 2021
Quality part great service and got it ahead of time great place
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Jun 7, 2021
No leaks!!<br />Ordering was a breeze. Shipping was fast and I live way out in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, Hawaii. Price was much better than competition.
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Nov 1, 2020
Great gaskets. Bike has been running great ever since I installed these last week, about 270 miles on em, no issues
