K&N Oil Filter - Comments Please
08-06-2011 | 11:33 AM
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I use whatever is the cheapest filter I can find for an older Mazda Miata. 3 bucks or so. I have a Bosch #3300 filter on there now.
I wouldn't pay twice as much as an OEM Honda filter for a K&N, but if it makes you sleep better then go for it.
I wouldn't pay twice as much as an OEM Honda filter for a K&N, but if it makes you sleep better then go for it.
Last edited by killer5280; 08-06-2011 at 11:40 AM.
08-06-2011 | 11:51 AM
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08-06-2011 | 11:52 AM
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08-06-2011 | 11:59 AM
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I used the k&n filter a few times and like it but it is pricey... now I use the bosch filters because I can get a discount on them (I work at a parts store)... I wouldnt go with a cheap fram or stp or equivelent but thats just me...
in other words if you want "top of the line" go with a k&n... they make it specifically for bikes so you know your getting a good k&n product with the right flow characteristics..
As for brake fluid I use castrol, I forget the exact name, but its made for motorsports... however if you change your brake fluid regularly and dont tract your bike every weekend you shouldnt have a problem with standard dot 4...
in other words if you want "top of the line" go with a k&n... they make it specifically for bikes so you know your getting a good k&n product with the right flow characteristics..
As for brake fluid I use castrol, I forget the exact name, but its made for motorsports... however if you change your brake fluid regularly and dont tract your bike every weekend you shouldnt have a problem with standard dot 4...
08-06-2011 | 12:02 PM
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I change mine atleast once a season if not twice depending on how much riding I do and how hard I ride on a consistent basis... basically every 1500-4000 miles
08-06-2011 | 05:01 PM
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Here you go:
Motorcycle Oil and Filters
It's actually a pretty good read.
Check out some of the links in the page, like all about oil, and all about oil filters. Also the link on the left about break-in.
Motorcycle Oil and Filters
It's actually a pretty good read.
Check out some of the links in the page, like all about oil, and all about oil filters. Also the link on the left about break-in.
08-08-2011 | 11:53 AM
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Here you go:
Motorcycle Oil and Filters
It's actually a pretty good read.
Check out some of the links in the page, like all about oil, and all about oil filters. Also the link on the left about break-in.
Motorcycle Oil and Filters
It's actually a pretty good read.
Check out some of the links in the page, like all about oil, and all about oil filters. Also the link on the left about break-in.
08-08-2011 | 01:56 PM
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A filter thread is almost as good as an oil thread. 
I use Fram filters and Mobil 1 synth MC oil and change them every 2500 miles.
As for brake fluid, I buy the auto shop brand. I change mine very regularly.
I use Fram filters and Mobil 1 synth MC oil and change them every 2500 miles.
As for brake fluid, I buy the auto shop brand. I change mine very regularly.
08-08-2011 | 04:16 PM
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I use the K&N filters, I like that its real easy to safety wire them. Also easy to remove and install. I change oil every 3000 miles, and oil fliter every 6000 miles. Brake fluid, any better quality motorcycle fluid.
08-08-2011 | 04:32 PM
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08-08-2011 | 04:58 PM
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08-08-2011 | 05:59 PM
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08-08-2011 | 09:15 PM
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This is as funny a thread as, AS the DAM oil threads..
IMO- WHY would you put a oil filter on your motorcycle that is produced by the same manufactor that produces the Purolator.
There are only a few Manufactors of filters(oil, air, hydro). And K&N is not one of those Manufactors..
An if you beleive that any other company spends as much time(racing, research) as Honda, or Toyota, Suzuki has spent over the past decades(over 50 years)..
Then please, use the CHEAPER quality.. The money you save for the oil, filter changes.. Put in your Piggy Bank for the bearing replacement later...
Besides you could comeand take a look at the TWO (2) S-hawk engines that are taken apart in the shop, Both engines had aftermarket oil filters... ("NOT OUT of Any of My Bikes")
IMO- WHY would you put a oil filter on your motorcycle that is produced by the same manufactor that produces the Purolator.
There are only a few Manufactors of filters(oil, air, hydro). And K&N is not one of those Manufactors..
An if you beleive that any other company spends as much time(racing, research) as Honda, or Toyota, Suzuki has spent over the past decades(over 50 years)..
Then please, use the CHEAPER quality.. The money you save for the oil, filter changes.. Put in your Piggy Bank for the bearing replacement later...
Besides you could comeand take a look at the TWO (2) S-hawk engines that are taken apart in the shop, Both engines had aftermarket oil filters... ("NOT OUT of Any of My Bikes")
08-08-2011 | 09:40 PM
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This is as funny a thread as, AS the DAM oil threads..
IMO- WHY would you put a oil filter on your motorcycle that is produced by the same manufactor that produces the Purolator.
There are only a few Manufactors of filters(oil, air, hydro). And K&N is not one of those Manufactors..
An if you beleive that any other company spends as much time(racing, research) as Honda, or Toyota, Suzuki has spent over the past decades(over 50 years)..
Then please, use the CHEAPER quality.. The money you save for the oil, filter changes.. Put in your Piggy Bank for the bearing replacement later...
Besides you could comeand take a look at the TWO (2) S-hawk engines that are taken apart in the shop, Both engines had aftermarket oil filters... ("NOT OUT of Any of My Bikes")
IMO- WHY would you put a oil filter on your motorcycle that is produced by the same manufactor that produces the Purolator.
There are only a few Manufactors of filters(oil, air, hydro). And K&N is not one of those Manufactors..
An if you beleive that any other company spends as much time(racing, research) as Honda, or Toyota, Suzuki has spent over the past decades(over 50 years)..
Then please, use the CHEAPER quality.. The money you save for the oil, filter changes.. Put in your Piggy Bank for the bearing replacement later...
Besides you could comeand take a look at the TWO (2) S-hawk engines that are taken apart in the shop, Both engines had aftermarket oil filters... ("NOT OUT of Any of My Bikes")
Here's an interesting site.
OIL FILTERS EXPOSED! - ACDelco
08-08-2011 | 09:53 PM
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08-08-2011 | 09:59 PM
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08-08-2011 | 10:03 PM
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Toyo Roki, and it seems like they have nothing but good things to say about them. After my experience with fram filters, I will not advise anyone to use anything but OEM filters for their bikes. I 100% stand behind this endorsement of what may seem to be overly expensive filters.
The K&N gets especially high marks from this guy.
Last edited by killer5280; 08-08-2011 at 10:05 PM.
08-08-2011 | 10:31 PM
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Toyo Roki, and it seems like they have nothing but good things to say about them. After my experience with fram filters, I will not advise anyone to use anything but OEM filters for their bikes. I 100% stand behind this endorsement of what may seem to be overly expensive filters.
I've seen the quality of Fram products decline over the years. For example, 20 years ago Fram was all US made. I used them all the time for my trucks back then. No more... I use only OEM Toyota or Wix.
I've only used OEM Honda since I've owned my Superhawk, and Pro Honda 10w40... 50,987 miles.
08-08-2011 | 10:37 PM
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+1
I've seen the quality of Fram products decline over the years. For example, 20 years ago Fram was all US made. I used them all the time for my trucks back then. No more... I use only OEM Toyota or Wix.
I've only used OEM Honda since I've owned my Superhawk, and Pro Honda 10w40... 50,987 miles.
I've seen the quality of Fram products decline over the years. For example, 20 years ago Fram was all US made. I used them all the time for my trucks back then. No more... I use only OEM Toyota or Wix.
I've only used OEM Honda since I've owned my Superhawk, and Pro Honda 10w40... 50,987 miles.
08-08-2011 | 11:09 PM
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I'm starting to get the hang of this. So pretty much the more regularly that something needs to be replaced, along with the number of options that are available, the more it will be discussed without definite conclusions...
What kind of toothpaste does everyone use?
What kind of toothpaste does everyone use?
