For most of us, a gasket is just a gasket. The belief that there is little to no difference in mass-produced or custom gaskets leads consumers to shop price over quality. As riders become more familiar with their motorcycles and gain experience performing maintenance and repairs, it becomes clear that all custom gaskets are not created equal. Materials, manufacturing processes, product safety and quality standards and cutting methods all play key roles in the overall quality of a custom replacement gasket.
Composite fiber material for custom gaskets is manufactured all over the industrialized world. Because each nation has its own environmental and product safety standards, the resulting composite material varies with each manufacturer and country of origin. Composite fiber takes its structural characteristics from the components from which it is made. To produce the highest quality fiber and the best performing gaskets, it is essential to start with the best raw materials. When inferior components are used, the resulting fiber material is inconsistent. A gasket with inconsistent thickness and durability will fail to form a tight seal, leading to leaks and endangering the engine of your motorcycle. Once the finished composite fiber reaches the gasket fabricator, there are once again important differences in what is available on the market. Gaskets made from the same material, but fabricated using different cutting methods can have completely different properties, making cutting methods a determining factor in the performance of the finished gasket. Die cutting or using a clicker press can be inaccurate, and is slow and inconsistent. Laser cutting and water jet cutting provide smooth, consistent gaskets that form a clean, tight seal and keep your engine running smoothly for miles.
When shopping for custom fabricated gaskets for your vintage motorcycle, choose a gasket made in the U.S. from American materials. At Gasket King, custom gaskets are fabricated to customer specifications from high-quality composite fiber that is made in the United States. These precisely manufactured gaskets exceed OEM standards and carry a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Choose from over 12,000 in-stock gaskets, or have us fabricate a gasket to your specifications. Whether you take your vintage bike out on the trail or open it up on the highway, Gasket King has the gaskets you need to keep the rubber on the road. All custom gaskets are not created equal. Contact us today to learn more about how quality composite gaskets can the performance of your beloved vintage motorcycle.
