K&N Filter Any Difference?

[sheeblast]

ya you can, but i think you have to cut the air filter out of the plastic. i have a rear fender that someone did this too.
but if you use a pod, make sure you have it wrapped with an outerwear.

 

[Dan Thompson]

oh ok would it have any better performance?

 

[sheeblast]

yes, it allows a lot more air flow, so you have to richen your jetting.
but it always to filter to be exposed to the elements of riding, so you can go flying through a water puddle or sh*t because water can get onto the filter and sucked into the motor and go kaboom.

 

[Hankdiggity]

Howdy,
I have been riding with K&N filters on my bikes (3) for many years 10+. Learn to maintenance them (filter cleaner) and get an even coat of oil post cleaning (thats the key to maximizing the filters capacity). I had my first bike for five years, rode the crap out of it, literally, and sold it with a clean concience. The filters are superior to foam (my group of riders opinion). Maintenance is required, and they are paper, keep that in mind. If you ride in mud all day, it might not be the best idea. It has been shown that K&N filter allow for greater flow, this is not a question. The question is the protection provided. With that said, I ride the dunes almost exclusively. I do not cross through water unless it is with caution. I do ride the beaches and pass across wet surfaces occasionally. I dont run any air box, Straight clamp on, less impedence to flow. This is quite common with sand riders. If you ever get a chance to head to the dunes, feel free to ask people. >75% will run K&N
Enough of my opinion. I had read the post and figured it was worth my time to offer my two cents.

 

[heyketz]

I've used K&N filter on all my bikes, quads & cars. Speedway racing, desert racing, Glamis dunes, mud, dust, water never had any problems. Just have to make sure you maintain them regularly. Clean, oil and use em again.