The Athena Race Gasket Kit, manufacturer part number R2706-081 and vendor part number 68-27081, is designed for racers who require dependable sealing, consistent performance, and practical value. This kit is engineered for select Husqvarna and KTM four-stroke motorcycles and includes the essential gaskets needed for a race-focused top-end service.
The kit includes a multi-layer steel head gasket plus two base gasket options: one stock-thickness gasket and one high-compression gasket. This selection allows the installer to choose the configuration suited to the engine setup and intended use. Athena manufactures these components to the same quality standards used in its top-end and complete gasket kits, helping support reliable engine operation under demanding riding conditions.
Fitment includes the 2016-2017 Husqvarna FC 450, 2017 Husqvarna FX 450, 2017 Husqvarna FE 450, 2017 Husqvarna FE 501, 2017 KTM 500 EXC-F, 2016-2017 KTM 450 SX-F, and 2016-2017 KTM 450 XC-F. The valve cover gasket is sold separately, allowing you to purchase only the components required for your service. Verify the motorcycle model, year, engine configuration, and existing gasket requirements before installation.
Features:
- Racing-focused gasket kit engineered for reliable sealing and performance
- Includes a multi-layer steel head gasket
- Includes one stock base gasket and one high-compression base gasket
- Uses the same quality gasket construction as Athena top-end and complete gasket kits
- Valve cover gasket is available separately
- Fits select 2016-2017 Husqvarna and KTM 450-501 four-stroke models
- Brand: Athena
- Manufacturer part number: R2706-081
- Vendor part number: 68-27081
Fitment:
2016 Husqvarna FC 450
2016 KTM 450 SX-F
2016 KTM 450 XC-F
2017 Husqvarna FC 450
2017 Husqvarna FE 450
2017 Husqvarna FE 501
2017 Husqvarna FS450
2017 Husqvarna FX 450
2017 KTM 450 EXC-F
2017 KTM 450 SX-F
2017 KTM 450 XC-F
2017 KTM 500 EXC-F
2018 Husqvarna FC 450
2018 Husqvarna FE 450
2018 Husqvarna FE 501
2018 Husqvarna FS450
2018 Husqvarna FX 450
2018 KTM 450 EXC-F
2018 KTM 450 SX-F
2018 KTM 450 XC-F
2018 KTM 500 EXC-F
2019 Husqvarna FC 450
2019 Husqvarna FE 450
2019 Husqvarna FE 501
2019 Husqvarna FS450
2019 Husqvarna FX 450
2019 KTM 450 EXC-F
2019 KTM 450 SX-F
2019 KTM 450 XC-F
2019 KTM 500 EXC-F
2020 Husqvarna FC 450
2020 Husqvarna FE 450
2020 Husqvarna FE 501
2020 Husqvarna FS450
2020 Husqvarna FX 450
2020 KTM 450 EXC-F
2020 KTM 450 SX-F
2020 KTM 450 XC-F
2020 KTM 500 EXC-F
2021 Gas-Gas EX 450F
2021 Gas-Gas MC 450F
2021 Husqvarna FC 450
2021 Husqvarna FE 450
2021 Husqvarna FE 501
2021 Husqvarna FS450
2021 Husqvarna FX 450
2021 KTM 450 EXC-F
2021 KTM 450 SX-F
2021 KTM 450 XC-F
2021 KTM 500 EXC-F
2022 Gas-Gas EX 450F
2022 Gas-Gas MC 450F
2022 Husqvarna FC 450
2022 Husqvarna FE 450
2022 Husqvarna FE 501
2022 Husqvarna FS450
2022 Husqvarna FX 450
2022 KTM 450 EXC-F
2022 KTM 450 SX-F
2022 KTM 450 XC-F
2022 KTM 500 EXC-F
2023 Gas-Gas EX 450F
2023 Gas-Gas MC 450F
2023 Husqvarna FC 450
2023 Husqvarna FE 450
2023 Husqvarna FE 501
2023 Husqvarna FS450
2023 Husqvarna FX 450
2023 KTM 450 EXC-F
2023 KTM 450 SX-F
2023 KTM 450 XC-F
2023 KTM 500 EXC-F
2024 Gas-Gas EX 450F
2024 Gas-Gas MC 450F
2024 Husqvarna FC 450
2024 Husqvarna FE 450
2024 Husqvarna FE 501w
2024 Husqvarna FS450
2024 Husqvarna FX 450
2024 KTM 450 SX-F
2024 KTM 450 XC-F
2024 KTM 500 EXC-F