Iron 883 round filter mod
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Iron 883 round filter mod
Hi
I started to wonder if any of you modded original air filter cover in iron to let more air inside
I recently bought new k&n insert an I'm thinking if the round box isn't the weak point of intake?
Maybe drill some holes or cut some back plastic
I don't want to install other filter, I like the look of this round cover
I started to wonder if any of you modded original air filter cover in iron to let more air inside
I recently bought new k&n insert an I'm thinking if the round box isn't the weak point of intake?
Maybe drill some holes or cut some back plastic
I don't want to install other filter, I like the look of this round cover
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On both the 883 & 1200 Iron, I used the V&H "Nekkie" Air filter kit, easy to install, nice well made product, I also used V&H "slip-ons" and finally the FP3. I used the fac round cover as I also like the "look". It flow plenty of clean fresh air, and works just like it was made for it. This "Stage One" to me is a must for these bike, Regards "Big E"
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On both the 883 & 1200 Iron, I used the V&H "Nekkie" Air filter kit, easy to install, nice well made product, I also used V&H "slip-ons" and finally the FP3. I used the fac round cover as I also like the "look". It flow plenty of clean fresh air, and works just like it was made for it. This "Stage One" to me is a must for these bike, Regards "Big E"
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Hi
I started to wonder if any of you modded original air filter cover in iron to let more air inside
I recently bought new k&n insert an I'm thinking if the round box isn't the weak point of intake?
Maybe drill some holes or cut some back plastic
I don't want to install other filter, I like the look of this round cover
I started to wonder if any of you modded original air filter cover in iron to let more air inside
I recently bought new k&n insert an I'm thinking if the round box isn't the weak point of intake?
Maybe drill some holes or cut some back plastic
I don't want to install other filter, I like the look of this round cover
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From: Ky
On both a 2016 883 & 2018 1200 "Iron", I used the V&H "Nekkie" kit. Was about $140, I Installed everything that came in it, You can leave at that OR you can also put the Factory cover back on, fits just fine, with the square "Opening it has on the bottom and it sticks out about 1/2 inch from the V&H plate, it gives plenty of air flow while making a tight seal against the filter element. Also really helps against water. I also added V&H "slip-ons" & the FP3 on both bikes, Total cost wuzz about 1000 ( with black pipes) and little over a hour of time. Im on a working mans budget, but this is what my bikes needed for me to enjoy them, Sound & Power Is perfect for me, Regards "Big E"
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I got purchased only filter from K&N. And now after rethinking I want to give him more air.
I already have v&h slip-ons and I will buy fuelpack in June
So I will have to cut some of back cover I think
I already have v&h slip-ons and I will buy fuelpack in June
So I will have to cut some of back cover I think
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I drilled 9 half inch holes around the backing plate right around the diameter where the metal air cleaner fits. I noticed a improvement right away. Im still using the oem filter at the moment, but will replace it with a K&N soon.