{"product_id":"kb-pistons-hypereutectic-cast-piston-pistons-shovel-80ci-7-2-1-005-824-01151","title":"Kb Pistons Hypereutectic Cast Piston - Pistons Shovel 80ci 7.2:1 .005 — Harley-Davidson Electra Glide, Super Glide, Wide Glide (1980-1984)","description":"\u003cp\u003eKB Hypereutectic cast piston for Shovelhead 80ci engines at 7.2:1 compression, machined with 16% silicon content for low thermal expansion and tight piston-to-cylinder clearance. Ideal for stock and mild compression air-cooled builds running pump fuel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHypereutectic alloy with 16% silicon content\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLow thermal expansion rate\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTight piston-to-cylinder clearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOptimal ring seal and reduced engine noise\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for stock to mild compression (up to 10.5:1)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e KB Pistons\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part #:\u003c\/strong\u003e KB288.005\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 800745063632\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shovelhead 80ci\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompression Ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.2:1\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e .005 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.5 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits air-cooled Shovelhead 80ci engines with stock or mild compression builds up to 10.5:1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat compression ratio is this piston rated for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7.2:1 nominal compression. Hypereutectics work best for stock to mild compression ratios up to 10.5:1 on pump fuel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy hypereutectic alloy instead of forged?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHypereutectic's high silicon content provides excellent thermal properties and low expansion, ideal for air-cooled engines. Forged pistons require higher compression ratios and are better for racing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need to hone my cylinders for this piston?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — ensure cylinders are properly honed and bored to the correct size. Your machine shop will size for the .005 in clearance specified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill this piston fit my Harley Shovelhead build?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this fits Shovelhead 80ci engines. Verify your engine displacement and current compression ratio before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kb Pistons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53035462164591,"sku":"824-01151","price":254.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/6734\/6543\/files\/output_076c5d26-720a-455c-b817-e5441342db59.png?v=1779563102","url":"https:\/\/vtwinbikers.com\/products\/kb-pistons-hypereutectic-cast-piston-pistons-shovel-80ci-7-2-1-005-824-01151","provider":"Vtwinbikers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}