KPMI Valve Spring Kit 20-20850 for Harley-Davidson

KPMI Valve Spring Kit 20-20850 for Harley-Davidson Shovelhead 80 1978-1983

$242.00
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KPMI Valve Spring Kit 20-20850 for Harley-Davidson

KPMI Valve Spring Kit 20-20850 for Harley-Davidson Shovelhead 80 1978-1983

$242.00

This KPMI OEM replacement valve spring kit is engineered to deliver stock operating pressures and work seamlessly with stock camshaft profiles. Designed for Harley-Davidson Shovelhead 80" models from 1978 to 1983, it provides reliable valvetrain performance using premium modern engineering.

Valve springs are precision-wound from heat-treated and shot-peened Super Clean chrome silicon wire. The included H.T. steel retainers, keepers, and bases are developed using finite element analysis to ensure maximum mechanical strength and direct interchangeability with stock components.

Key Features

Brand KPMI
Manufacturer Part Number 20-20850
Type Intake / Exhaust
Retainer Material H.T. Steel
Spring Material Chrome Silicon
Maximum Valve Lift 10.5 mm
Installed Height 34.9 mm
Seat Pressure 129#
Open Pressure 272#
Base Washer Note Counterbored for 18.3 mm OD seal for added retainer clearance
Weight 0.6 kg

Highlights

  • Engineered to factory OEM pressures and specifications
  • Heat-treated, shot-peened chrome silicon spring wire
  • High-tensile steel retainers engineered via FEA modeling
  • Counterbored basewashers to maximize seal-to-retainer clearance

Compatibility

Fits 1978–1983 Harley-Davidson Shovelhead 80" motorcycle engines using stock camshaft profiles.

What's included

  • Valve springs
  • H.T. steel retainers
  • Keepers
  • Bases / basewashers

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Frequently asked questions

What engines is this spring kit compatible with?

It is designed for Harley-Davidson Shovelhead 80" engines manufactured from 1978 to 1983.

What material is used for the valve springs?

The springs are precision-wound from Super Clean chrome silicon wire that has been heat-treated and shot-peened.

Are these components compatible with stock OEM parts?

Yes, all components are engineered to OEM specifications and are interchangeable with stock parts.

What is the maximum valve lift supported by this kit?

The kit supports a valve lift of up to 10.5 mm (0.415").

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