Exposed filter element
Tourer
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RE: Exposed filter element
Beemer...I rode the hell out of my '01 WG with the K&N exposed in the rain. Never had a problem with it except for once when I hit the power wash place a bit too directly. It started, then stalled. I tipped the bike over and water poured out...it started right back up and I had no further trouble.
The only reason I put the Evo style cover on my new RG was for the change of look...
Oh yeah...you ought to know who this is my Brother.
The only reason I put the Evo style cover on my new RG was for the change of look...
Oh yeah...you ought to know who this is my Brother.
Road Warrior
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From: Rep of Maryland (currently serving in Afghanistan)
RE: Exposed filter element
I've got the K&N exposed with a stage 1. Got stuck in a downpour heading to Myrtle Beach in May. The bike road fine no problems.
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From: TX
RE: Exposed filter element
ORIGINAL: 07FLTRO
Hey PhilM, were did you get the air filter cover. Looked up Geralomy and saw the throttle body but didn't see cover. Will it fit Ness Big Sucker?
Hey PhilM, were did you get the air filter cover. Looked up Geralomy and saw the throttle body but didn't see cover. Will it fit Ness Big Sucker?
I went to this site: http://www.knfilters.com/search/univ2.aspx?ID=S0053and entered the dimensions I was looking for and color and the site gave me a P/N.
I went to AutoZone and ordered the P/N from the K&N site and had it the next afternoon for $23. As it turned out, it fits like it was made for it. The flash makes it look like you can see thru it, but you really can't in normal light. It's just black.
You can also check the OuterWears website. They make a similar product. http://www.outerwears.com/products.asp?cat=73
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From: Southern California - Palm Springs Area
RE: Exposed filter element
WHAT??? No One Ever Hear Of WATER INJECTION??? (LOL)
I also run an exposed air filter - But we don;t get to much rain where I live - But with the wind & sand (live in Palm Springs area) - That I do a Bi-Mouthly Clean and Re-Oil - Have got stuck in the rain in the past & the bike never missed a Beat...
I also run an exposed air filter - But we don;t get to much rain where I live - But with the wind & sand (live in Palm Springs area) - That I do a Bi-Mouthly Clean and Re-Oil - Have got stuck in the rain in the past & the bike never missed a Beat...
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From: TX
RE: Exposed filter element
ORIGINAL: 07FLTRO
Thanx for info Phil, but I meant the metal(plastic) air filter cover. Tryin to find a black cover just for front, not full cover like the ones on the Arlen Ness web site.
Thanx for info Phil, but I meant the metal(plastic) air filter cover. Tryin to find a black cover just for front, not full cover like the ones on the Arlen Ness web site.
http://www.bcheads.com/images/OverFlowFlyer2.pdf
I just had mine powdercoated gloss black.
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Road Captain
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From: Virginia Beach, VA
RE: Exposed filter element
I have the Stage I SE kit with an oversized K&N kit that exposes about 1 inch of the element it I have been in many storms and have not had an issue yet. The lowers on the Ultra keep most of the rain out and my leg does the rest. K&N filters are oiled so they should kelp keep some of the water away!
Good luck!
Good luck!
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