Replace your CB500K or CB550 cylinder head cover gasket with this Cylinder Head Cover Gasket, replacing OEM #12391-323-000.
Key Features
• Cylinder head cover gasket
• Replaces OEM #12391-323-000
Fitment / Compatibility
• Honda CB500K (1971‑73)
• CB550K (1974‑78)
• CB550F (1975‑77) Supersport
Part Number: 18-6997
Check the listed model and year, then read any fitment notes in the description.
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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| Destination | Delivery time |
|---|---|
| USA | 4–7 business days |
| Canada | 2–6 business days |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does cylinder-head cover gasket 18-6997 seal?
It seals the top cylinder-head or valve cover on the listed CB500K, CB550K and CB550F engines.
Which Honda cover-gasket number does 18-6997 replace?
One gasket is included and cross-references Honda OEM 12391-323-000.
Is this the cylinder-head gasket?
No. The cover gasket seals the removable top cover; the cylinder-head gasket seals between the head and cylinder block.