17048-98 James Gasket Exhaust Port Gaskets - Enhanced SEO Review

Fits better than the V&H pads I used last time but still needed a bit of finesse. I'll probably try Screaming Eagle Pads next time.

Maybe it's me and this low rating is inappropriate but I couldn't get these things to seal. I haven't had any problems with metal/copper seals. This spongy material seems more difficult to get a perfect seal.

If you service your bike yourself, you will need them. I have used them on my Kawi Vulcan 1500 Classic and now on my 1600 Nomad. With a lot of maintenance the exhaust pipe will need to be removed and a new set of gaskets should always be used and they work great. There are no leaks on either bike.

On the advice of a forum member I put them on my 2001 Kawasaki Vulcan which backfired. After removing the old and new I was on the right track as they were flat rings of steel that spread out around the rim and allowed air into the exhaust which ignited the unburned fuel hence the misfire. The HDs were thicker, almost woven looking, and after tightening them, I fired the beast and didn't flap again. Very happy.