Flathead

Flathead

An older engine featuring side valves. Noted for its durability.

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Industry/Domain: Automotive
Category: Motorcycles
Company: Harley-Davidson
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flathead

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Flathead is a type of engine where the valves are located in the side of the engine. The head of the engine is flat with just a place for the sparkplug.

flathead

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flathead

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Characterized by flatness of head, especially that produced by artificial means, as a certain tribe of American Indians.

flathead

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Stupid. * That is really a flatheaded idea, you know? * Martin seems flatheaded, but he’s quite brilliant.

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