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Old Sep 3, 2012 | 07:57 AM
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Ive seen a lot of questions on aftermarket or upgraded A/C options. Seems like people recommend S&S, wimmer, K&N, BIg Sucker and a few more. I'm a big fan of the open filter like the SE heavy breather and wondering if that's a good air cleaner or if I should look at the K&N comparison or I believe S&S has a similar one but a bit more expensive.

FWIW, I have Vance & Hines Short shots and the V&H fuelpak. Thanks.
 
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The SE heavy breather is a decent a/c, but for the price, there are a lot better ones out there. Also, several guys talk about having clearance issues for their knees.

I have the SE ventilator kit and really like it. Also had the Ness Big Sucker on my SB and thought it was good too.
 
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+1 on the Big Sucker. I run mine without the football cover (open).
 
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I'm running the Stage 1 with a K&N 0800 filter. If I were to change, I would lean towards the K&N style that is similar to the Heavy Breather. I would have to ride or sit on a bike with one on it to see if clearance is an issue. But they look pretty cool IMHO.
 
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Choosing a Stage 1 Air Cleaner that does NOT feed hot oil air back into the intake will net better performance.

OUTLAW HiFlow 587 Air Cleaners are also low profile and are available in a variety of styles...here's just a couple.



 
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