{"product_id":"valve-cover-gasket-seal-for-yamaha-xvz12-xvz13-venture-royale-83-93-v-max1200","title":"Valve Cover Gasket Seal for Yamaha XVZ12 XVZ13 Venture Royale 83-93 V-max1200","description":"\u003ch2\u003eValve Cover Gasket Seal for Yamaha\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis valve cover gasket seal is designed to prevent engine oil leaks from the cylinder head cover for Yamaha XVZ12, XVZ13 Venture Royale, and V-max 1200 motorcycles built from 1983 to 1993.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOverview\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe valve cover gasket seal creates a tight barrier between the engine cylinder head and the valve cover to keep lubricating oil inside. This durable valve cover gasket seal replaces brittle, worn-out rubber seals that cause weeping or active engine oil leaks. It is an essential component for motorcycle mechanics and owners performing routine valve clearance adjustments or engine resealing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eBuilt For Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormulated from high-grade elastomeric rubber for outstanding heat resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngineered to resist oil swelling, degradation, and hardening under engine heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMolded to precise dimensions to ensure a perfect channel fit on the valve cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides reliable sealing under cycling thermal conditions to stop leaks permanently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFits These Machines\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor Yamaha XVZ12 Venture 1983-1984\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor Yamaha XVZ12 Venture Royale 1983-1985\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor Yamaha XVZ13 Venture 1986-1993\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor Yamaha XVZ13 Venture Royale 1986-1993\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor Yamaha V-max 1200 1985-1993\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOn-The-Job Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSealing the engine cylinder head during scheduled valve adjustments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCuring oil leaks that drip onto the exhaust headers or spark plug wells.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRebuilding top-end motorcycle engine assemblies during restoration projects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecs At A Glance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElastomeric Rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEngine Valve Cover\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch4\u003eGood To Know\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do I need to apply liquid sealant with this gasket? \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e While the gasket is designed to seal dry, applying a small dab of silicone sealant in the sharp corners or half-moon cutouts is a recommended practice to ensure a leak-free seal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e How often should this gasket be replaced? \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is highly recommended to replace the gasket every time the valve cover is removed for maintenance, as rubber sets and loses elasticity over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSlight variation in finish or dimensions may occur between production runs, and fit can depend on serial number, so confirm compatibility before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Solid Spare","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44788774404182,"sku":"SZ1E01201","price":51.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/8460\/0662\/files\/57_15298212-162d-4d66-9e4c-069ee62a6ac4.jpg?v=1779928752","url":"https:\/\/www.solidspare.com\/products\/valve-cover-gasket-seal-for-yamaha-xvz12-xvz13-venture-royale-83-93-v-max1200","provider":"Solid Spare","version":"1.0","type":"link"}