K&N Filters
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Just make sure you don't use the ones that are impregnated with oil. Plus compare the filter efficiency\particle size with the OEM before you make the classic marketing mistake!!
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If you're looking to get the K&N strictly for performance gain, you're wasting your money. You'll get zero HP gain out of them despite the mfr claims.
If you're filters need to be changed, and the K&N's are cheaper than the OEM filters, then go for it.
If you're filters need to be changed, and the K&N's are cheaper than the OEM filters, then go for it.
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I've used K&N filters on my cars and motorcycles over the years, and as Dave has suggested never seen any performance gains.
Oil filters -especially for motorcycles- are important parts which can be crucial to the operation of the engine. Most cheap aftermarket brands have particle size incompatibilities and should be avoided. K&N mostly outperforms those brands.
I'm sure MB uses high quality filters and you probably would be better off using OEM unless there's a huge price difference.
Oil filters -especially for motorcycles- are important parts which can be crucial to the operation of the engine. Most cheap aftermarket brands have particle size incompatibilities and should be avoided. K&N mostly outperforms those brands.
I'm sure MB uses high quality filters and you probably would be better off using OEM unless there's a huge price difference.
#6
Nothing wrong with kn filters as long as you don't overoil them. Use the kn kit to recondition them when they get dirty.
I use them on all my regular, race cars and motocycles.
I use them on all my regular, race cars and motocycles.
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I'm also a dealer for K&N and AFE can get you guys filters if you want them at a nice price.
Last edited by Jason B; 08-12-2016 at 07:32 PM.
#9
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I'm using AFE dry filters, no oil and 99.4% filtering efficiency. Very dusty up north, I can vacuum or wash them every few months. Price was the same as two disposable oem filters.