Keith Black Pistons Dome Top Pistons KB297.040 for Big Twin 1978-1984

Keith Black Pistons Dome Top Pistons KB297.040 for Big Twin 1978-1984

$597.31
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Keith Black Pistons Dome Top Pistons KB297.040 for Big Twin 1978-1984

Keith Black Pistons Dome Top Pistons KB297.040 for Big Twin 1978-1984

$597.31

Engineered for vintage Harley-Davidson powerplants, these Keith Black Dome Top Pistons deliver dependable performance for 1340cc Shovelhead engines. Constructed from a premium hypereutectic alloy with 16% silicon content, they provide a low thermal expansion rate that allows for tighter piston-to-cylinder operating clearances.

Designed specifically for air-cooled applications, this complete piston set delivers an 8.3:1 compression ratio with 117cc combustion chambers. The precision-crafted kit includes two pistons complete with matched rings, wrist pins, and clips for a comprehensive engine rebuild.

Key Features

Brand Keith Black Pistons
Part Number KB297.040
Product Type Dome Top Pistons
Bore Size 89.9 mm
Stroke 108 mm
Oversize +0.040 in
Compression Ratio 8.3:1 (with 117cc Head Chamber Volume)
Material Hypereutectic Alloy (16% Silicon)
Kit Contents 2 Pistons, Rings, Wrist Pins, and Clips
Fitment Harley-Davidson Big Twin 1978-1984 with 1340cc Shovel Engine
Product Weight 1.8 kg

Highlights

  • 89.9 mm (+.040 in.) bore and 108 mm stroke configuration
  • Cast hypereutectic 16% silicon alloy ensures high stability and low thermal expansion
  • Allows tighter piston-to-cylinder clearances in air-cooled applications
  • Achieves an 8.3:1 compression ratio with standard 117cc chamber volume

Compatibility

Compatible with Harley-Davidson Big Twin models from 1978 through 1984 equipped with a 1340cc Shovelhead engine.

What's included

  • 2 x Keith Black Hypereutectic Pistons
  • 1 x Set of Piston Rings
  • 2 x Wrist Pins
  • 4 x Retaining Clips

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Frequently asked questions

What engines are compatible with these Keith Black pistons?

These pistons are engineered to fit 1978 to 1984 Big Twin models equipped with a 1340cc Shovelhead engine.

What is the compression ratio of this piston kit?

The pistons yield an 8.3:1 compression ratio when used with a 117cc cylinder head combustion chamber volume.

What is included in the package?

The kit includes two pistons, piston rings, wrist pins, and retaining clips.

What material is used to manufacture these pistons?

They are cast from a hypereutectic alloy featuring 16% silicon content, which provides a low thermal expansion rate ideal for air-cooled engines.

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