Does a new K&N air filter need to be oiled right out of the box, or just after it's been used for a while?

Thanks

 

Most K&N air filters come pre-oiled. Just clean when dirty and re-oil.

 

no, pre oiled

 

For the 2014 SE STG 1 element, the K&N has a direct replacement. HD-0818 that is an exact cross reference to 29400019. The SE element as noted is paper/synthetic and will breakdown within 1 to 2 cleanings. The K&N is a cloth based element with a metal mesh overlay. Last forever and can take several cleanings without damage. Can't go wrong with K&N filters.

 

I have the screaming eagle ventiltor Air Cleaner breather and use the K&N cleaning materials to clean the harley filter that came with it. I take the filter out and clean it when I change the oil. Iv'e done this six or seven times already with no issues. I ride my bike pretty much everyday. Rain or shine and the HD filter looks fine.

 

Do you know what the part number is for the kn filter for a 12 flhx with a heavy breather

 

I've had the same experience with the Ventilator's paper air cleaner. No problems, have washed and re-used it many times. I replace it every 10-15k with a new one, just wash and re-use it every 3k.