Motorcycle Camshafts & Components
- Andrews Products®Shovel and Pan Camshaft (212350)Shovel and Pan Camshaft (212350) by Andrews Products®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured...Precise engineering provides great longevityPeak accuracy and effectiveness$201.04
- Andrews Products®TS570 Grid Type Camshaft (269170)TS570 Grid Type Camshaft by Andrews Products®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from...Precise engineering provides great longevityPeak accuracy and effectiveness$605.86
- BBR Motorsports®Bore Kit with Camshaft (411-KLX-1403)Bore Kit with Camshaft by BBR Motorsports®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from...Designed to provide unrivaled value and maximum reliabilityExpertly crafted from the highest grade materials$359.95
- BBR Motorsports®Bore Kit with Camshaft (411-HXR-5500)Bore Kit with Camshaft by BBR Motorsports®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from...Designed to provide unrivaled value and maximum reliabilityExpertly crafted from the highest grade materials$219.95
- BBR Motorsports®Higher Compression Bore Kit with Camshaft (411-HXR-1001)Higher Compression Bore Kit with Camshaft by BBR Motorsports®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship....Designed to provide unrivaled value and maximum reliabilityExpertly crafted from the highest grade materials$329.95
- Biker's Choice®Cam Gear Thrust Washer (A-25551-58)Cam Gear Thrust Washer by Biker's Choice®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from...Crafted to deliver unbeatable levels of qualityHigh grade materials for exceptional performance$14.24
- Biker's Choice®Camshaft Cover (68-184)Camshaft Cover by Biker's Choice®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from industry-leading...Uses stock seals and gasketDesigned to provide unrivaled value and maximum reliability$127.82
- Biker's Choice®Camshaft Cover (302291)Camshaft Cover with Gasket and Hardware by Biker's Choice®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship....Uses stock seals and gasketDesigned to provide unrivaled value and maximum reliability$136.40
- Biker's Choice®Camshaft Cover (301818)Camshaft Cover by Biker's Choice®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from industry-leading...Uses stock seals and gasketDesigned to provide unrivaled value and maximum reliability$167.11
- Comp Cams®Mega 8 222/232 Hydraulic Roller Camshaft (307-100-9)Mega 8 222/232 Hydraulic Roller Camshaft (307-100-9) by Comp Cams®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by COMP Cams features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$262.95
- Comp Cams®Mega 8 230/232 Hydraulic Roller Camshaft (307-101-9)Mega 8 230/232 Hydraulic Roller Camshaft (307-101-9) by Comp Cams®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by COMP Cams features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$262.95
- Comp Cams®Mega 8 234/240 Hydraulic Roller Camshaft (307-102-9)Mega 8 234/240 Hydraulic Roller Camshaft (307-102-9) by Comp Cams®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by COMP Cams features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$262.95
- Comp Cams®Mega 8 238/248 Hydraulic Roller Camshaft (307-103-9)Mega 8 238/248 Hydraulic Roller Camshaft (307-103-9) by Comp Cams®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by COMP Cams features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$262.95
- Comp Cams®Mega 8 246/252 Hydraulic Roller Camshaft (307-104-9)Mega 8 246/252 Hydraulic Roller Camshaft (307-104-9) by Comp Cams®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by COMP Cams features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$262.95
- Comp Cams®Mega 8 Hi-Lift 240/250 Hydraulic Roller Camshaft (307-500-9)Mega 8 Hi-Lift 240/250 Hydraulic Roller Camshaft (307-500-9) by Comp Cams®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by COMP Cams features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$262.95
- Comp Cams®Mega 8 Hi-Lift 248/254 Hydraulic Roller Camshaft (307-501-9)Mega 8 Hi-Lift 248/254 Hydraulic Roller Camshaft (307-501-9) by Comp Cams®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by COMP Cams features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$262.95
- Feuling®ARP™ Black Oxide Rocker Cover Fasteners (3046)ARP™ Black Oxide Rocker Cover Fasteners (3046) by Feuling®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship....Wide underhead flange design provides even load distribution for optimum sealing of surfaces - preventing leaksTensile strength rated @ 170,000 psi - Superior & Stronger than OEM & stronger than grade 8 fasteners$119.95
- Feuling®ARP™ Camshaft and Pinion Shaft Fastener Kit (3042)ARP™ Camshaft and Pinion Shaft Fastener Kit by Feuling®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured...Wide underhead flange design provides even load distribution for optimum sealing of surfaces - preventing leaksTensile strength rated @ 170,000 psi - Superior & Stronger than OEM & stronger than grade 8 fasteners$39.95
- Feuling®ARP™ Chrome Rocker Cover Fasteners (3040)ARP™ Chrome Rocker Cover Fasteners (3040) by Feuling®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured...Wide underhead flange design provides even load distribution for optimum sealing of surfaces - preventing leaksTensile strength rated @ 170,000 psi - Superior & Stronger than OEM & stronger than grade 8 fasteners$69.95
- Feuling®Camshaft Install Quick Change Kit (2065)Camshaft Install Quick Change Kit with Retaining Clip (2065) by Feuling®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of...Precision engineered to excite you and performMade in compliance with standards for quality$104.95
- Feuling®Camshaft Install Quick Change Kit (2058)Camshaft Install Quick Change Kit with Gasket Kit (2058) by Feuling®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship....Precision engineered to excite you and performMade in compliance with standards for quality$149.95
- Feuling®Camshaft Install Quick Change Kit (2070)Camshaft Install Quick Change Kit with Washers (2070) by Feuling®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship....Precision engineered to excite you and performMade in compliance with standards for quality$94.95
- Feuling®Camshaft Install Quick Change Kit (2063)Camshaft Install Quick Change Kit (2063) by Feuling®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from...Precision engineered to excite you and performMade in compliance with standards for quality$92.95
- Feuling®Camshaft Install Quick Change and Top End Kit (2059)Camshaft Install Quick Change and Top End Kit with Bearing Retainer Plate (2059) by Feuling®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high...Precision engineered to excite you and performMade in compliance with standards for quality$182.95
- Feuling®Camshaft Install Quick Change and Top End Kit (2071)Camshaft Install Quick Change and Top End Kit by Feuling®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured...Precision engineered to excite you and performMade in compliance with standards for quality$123.95
- Feuling®Camshaft Install Quick Change and Top End Kit (2064)Camshaft Install Quick Change and Top End Kit with Camplate Roller Bearing (2064) by Feuling®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high...Precision engineered to excite you and performMade in compliance with standards for quality$121.95
- Feuling®Camshaft Install Quick Change and Top End Kit (2061)Camshaft Install Quick Change and Top End Kit with Washers (2061) by Feuling®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of...Precision engineered to excite you and performMade in compliance with standards for quality$163.95
- Feuling®Camshaft Plate and Oil Pump Fastener Kit (8020)Camshaft Plate and Oil Pump Fastener Kit by Feuling®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from...Wide underhead flange design provides even load distribution for optimum sealing of surfaces - preventing leaksQuality engine builders demand quality fasteners! Secure your engine with complete confidence$39.95
- Feuling®Camshaft Sprocket Alignment Kit (8040)Camshaft Sprocket Alignment Kit by Feuling®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from...Precision engineered to excite you and performMade in compliance with standards for quality$39.95
- Feuling®Camshaft Sprocket Thrust Washer Alignment Kit (8041)Camshaft Sprocket Thrust Washer Alignment Kit by Feuling®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured...Precision engineered to excite you and performMade in compliance with standards for quality$42.95
Camshafts are some of the most important components of your motorcycle’s engine. Inboard cams regulate the work of its valves by moving pushrods and activating rockers so that the valves can open at the right time and stay open for the right period. Overhead cams are installed over the valves and push them directly in the cylinder head. This eliminates the need for additional moving parts in the forms of pushrods and rocker arms thus making it easier to achieve higher revolutions and produce more power. The operation of the motor largely depends on how far the valves are lifted, so the installation of an improved camshaft is a great way to start modifying your engine.
Before trying to get more power from the motor, you should use all of the available bolt-on upgrades, such as larger exhaust, high-performance air cleaner, and fine-tuned fuel delivery system. The right aftermarket camshaft can make your powerplant produce more torque while operating more efficiently. Depending on your riding style, you may choose the camshaft that provides more power in low rev range, which is great if you want to feel more confident while cruising on city streets, or opt for parts that allow for more torque on higher revolutions, which is useful if you tend to ride long distances on interstate highways.
To ensure correct timing, the camshaft must be rotating in sync with the engine’s crankshaft, which is why both these shafts are linked with a timing chain or cog belt. In all four-stroke engines, to complete one cycle, the camshaft must rotate once, while the crankshaft makes two complete revolutions, which is why the camshaft pinion gear or sprocket always has twice as many teeth as the crank gear or sprocket. A single overhead cam (SOHC) configuration includes one cam that operates both intake and exhaust valves via rockers. A double overhead camshaft (DOHC) configuration means that one shaft opens intake valves and another controls exhaust ones.
The DOHC version of the camshaft utilizes the direct actuation of the valves which allows for higher engine revolutions. That is why this layout is most often used in sportbikes. To choose the right aftermarket camshaft that fits your engine and riding style, you have to know three main specifications: lift, duration, and intake closing time. Lift defines how far the valve moves from its seat when it is opened. The farther the valve goes, the quicker the air-and-fuel mixture can enter and exhaust gases can escape the cylinder. It means that more fuel can be burned in the combustion chamber thus increasing the output of the engine.
The valve opening has its limits. Stock valve springs cannot be compressed more than they were designed to, so you might have to invest in performance springs. Note that to install new springs, you will have to remove the cylinder head. The downside of the high lift camshaft is its accelerated wear and increased valvetrain noise, which is especially undesirable in long-distance travel applications. The duration of the valve opening is measured in degrees of camshaft rotation. If you want to increase the horsepower of your engine on higher RPMs, consider installing a cam with later intake closing time. It is most suitable for larger, high-compression motors. Lower-compression engines work better with cams offering short intake duration and early intake closing time.
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