Replace your CB650 or CB500/CB550 cylinder base gasket with this Cylinder Base Gasket, replacing OEM #12191-426-306.
Key Features
• Cylinder base gasket
• Replaces OEM #12191-426-306
• Honda part name: Gasket, Cylinder
• Interchangeable with Honda 12191-374-000
Fitment / Compatibility
• Honda CB650 (1979‑82)
• CB650C (1980‑81) Custom
• CB650SC (1982) Nighthawk
• Honda CB500K (1971‑73)
• CB550K (1974‑78)
• CB550F (1975‑77) Supersport
Part Number: 18-6993
Check the listed model and year, then read any fitment notes in the description.
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Honda | CB650 | 1979 |
| Honda | CB650 | 1980 |
| Honda | CB650 | 1981 |
| Honda | CB650 | 1982 |
| Honda | CB650SC Nighthawk | 1982 |
| Honda | CB650C Custom | 1980 |
| Honda | CB650C Custom | 1981 |
| Honda | CB550K0 | 1974 |
| Honda | CB550K1 | 1975 |
| Honda | CB550K2 | 1976 |
| Honda | CB550K3 | 1977 |
| Honda | CB550K4 | 1978 |
| Honda | CB550F1 | 1975 |
| Honda | CB550F2 | 1976 |
| Honda | CB550F3 | 1977 |
| Honda | CB500K0 | 1971 |
| Honda | CB500K1 | 1972 |
| Honda | CB500K2 | 1973 |
No listed models match your search.
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| Destination | Delivery time |
|---|---|
| USA | 4–7 business days |
| Canada | 2–6 business days |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which Honda CB engines use base gasket 18-6993?
It fits the listed CB500K and CB550 engines as well as the 1979-1982 CB650 family.
Which Honda cylinder-base gasket does 18-6993 replace?
One base gasket is included and cross-references Honda OEM 12191-426-306.
Where does the cylinder-base gasket seal?
It seals the joint between the cylinder block and crankcase; the cylinder-head gasket above the block is separate.