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Motorcycle engine cam chest having reed valve assembly — Harley-Davidson patent US6457449B1 (2002)

PatentUS6457449B1
TypeUtility patent
Filed2001-07-11
Granted2002-10-01
InventorPaul J. Troxler
SystemEngine

“A motorcycle engine includes a crankcase, a cam chest, and a separating wall between the crankcase and cam chest. An opening is defined in the wall and communicates between the cam chest and crankcase. A valve assembly, which is preferably a reed valve assembly, covers the opening and permits one-…”

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Drawings (6 sheets)

Motorcycle engine cam chest having reed valve assembly — sheet 1Motorcycle engine cam chest having reed valve assembly — sheet 2Motorcycle engine cam chest having reed valve assembly — sheet 3Motorcycle engine cam chest having reed valve assembly — sheet 4Motorcycle engine cam chest having reed valve assembly — sheet 5Motorcycle engine cam chest having reed valve assembly — sheet 6

Parts for this system

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Handlebar Master Cylinder Piston Cup
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Drawing from the US patent record (via Google Patents). A patent shows the invention as filed, not necessarily the production part on your motorcycle — confirm fitment for your model and year. Independent aftermarket retailer, not affiliated with Harley-Davidson, Inc.