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**Richard** · 09-25-2008, 03:01 PM

Have removed it! nice tip bro!
yeah the sound is cool..somewahat like a mild version of the k&n sound

is there really an issue of over heating??
and if there is it may mean that the bike is getting lean,and if so means that removing it increases air flow to an extent?

hey and what about water during the rains it could get into the airbox??

**dominic** · 10-07-2008, 01:11 PM

Originally posted by Richard View Post

is there really an issue of over heating??

and if there is it may mean that the bike is getting lean,and if so means that removing it increases air flow to an extent?

hey and what about water during the rains it could get into the airbox??

Hi guys, any updates on the above queries by Richard. I've taken off the snorkel too for the intake grunt. But these heating issues have me a tad bit worried. Wouldn't want to mess around with it, anyone shed some light please!

**me is rossi** · 10-07-2008, 01:53 PM

Originally posted by dominic View Post

Hi guys, any updates on the above queries by Richard. I've taken off the snorkel too for the intake grunt. But these heating issues have me a tad bit worried. Wouldn't want to mess around with it, anyone shed some light please!

dude relax....my friend has done it to his 220...no probs at all...its probably coz of the sound, you are revving tooo hard without noticing...check if you are doing 7-8rpm or above consistently...you will get your answer.

**inder.cool** · 10-07-2008, 02:07 PM

Originally posted by Richard View Post

is there really an issue of over heating??
and if there is it may mean that the bike is getting lean,and if so means that removing it increases air flow to an extent?

There isnt any issue of overheating as such after the snorkel is removed..!! But, to an extent yes the air flow is increased which may allow the dirt particles(which may be harmful) to peep inside...!!

Originally posted by Richard View Post

hey and what about water during the rains it could get into the airbox??

Don't think so, water would be able to go inside the Airbox..as it is loacted at a very safe place...

Originally posted by dominic View Post

Hi guys, any updates on the above queries by Richard. I've taken off the snorkel too for the intake grunt. But these heating issues have me a tad bit worried. Wouldn't want to mess around with it, anyone shed some light please!

No dude....there wont be any problems of over heating on the bike...!! so, relax...

**m1g** · 10-07-2008, 08:26 PM

Originally posted by rohansachdeo View Post

Hey Guys,

Due to this the bike sounds a lot different with a growling, snarling sound emanating whenever the bike is revved hard. I tried this too, and have noticed a minor improvement in pick-up, however the bike seems to run hotter as well. Can anybody comment on this, does removing the snorkel really help?? If it does, then why do manufacturers install the snorkel in the first place?? Comments and help are most welcome.

regards,
Rohan

PS :: Mods, sorry, i realised after posting that this went to the wrong topic, can anybody move this to the right one?? extremely sorry for the inconvenience.
Peace!!

Mostly its a snorkel thingy or a aftermarket airfilter..

Almost anybody nowadays does it...I've seen uncles on p150s with that kindaf mod thinking they're ultra kewl...
Does sound the best a indian single can, but due to the hoards doing it, no offence, but kindaf sounds wannabe nowadays..all those guys on "performance-modded" P200s who think they've become a "biker" the moment they buy a shiny visored helmet and a DSG jacket..The "Champ" types..hehe..
back when only a few ppl did it, it did sound kewl..We were one of those....Today? Put it back on!

**dominic** · 10-08-2008, 09:57 AM

Originally posted by m1g View Post

Mostly its a snorkel thingy or a aftermarket airfilter..

Almost anybody nowadays does it...I've seen uncles on p150s with that kindaf mod thinking they're ultra kewl...
Does sound the best a indian single can, but due to the hoards doing it, no offence, but kindaf sounds wannabe nowadays..all those guys on "performance-modded" P200s who think they've become a "biker" the moment they buy a shiny visored helmet and a DSG jacket..The "Champ" types..hehe..
back when only a few ppl did it, it did sound kewl..We were one of those....Today? Put it back on!

I kind of agree with you pal. I did feel a little lame a couple of days ago when I got the "stare" by a "biker" with stickers like K&N, Pirelli, Michellin, NOS and quite a few which I cant recollect now on his ride. I used to run on a K&N when I had a 150 and then very few had or knew about it, but since I got the 200 I was longing for the grunt which I was used too, so could not help getting the snorkel out. But now since I've had my fill I do think it's time to put it back. Your words above kind of echoed in my head...

**Thunder** · 10-08-2008, 10:09 AM

There are reasons why a SNORKEL is used in Bikes

Manufacturers are not Fools to avoid Snorkels - and those who removes it all Dumbs - and those who mention that it wont do anything bad for the Bike is perfectly a _________

Snorkel helps ur Bike to Intake a perfect amount of Air and supplies it without any hassle
It helps your engine breath perfectly
If it is been removed - you will feel that a slight different sound from your Pipe - the reason is that the Intake air gets more - so the pipe sounds different
At keeping the Indian Biking scenario of Rain water and Dust entering in ----------Imagine-------in these times Snorkel plays a Vital part of making your bike breath better

Do not Remove Snorkel if your a Tourer - and who rides in rain and dusty areas - atlast - it will be better to say DO NO REMOVE IT

**EL LOCO DIABLO** · 10-08-2008, 10:30 AM

^^+1 What he said barring all the insults

, actually if you remove the plastic lid keeping the air-filter foam element in place you'll get the same result too, but it's a all-show-no-go mod and probably would put a BIG hole in your pocket if left as such over prolonged periods

**diffuser911** · 10-11-2008, 12:00 AM

DON'T DO IT!!! I tried the thing just out of curiosity and found the sound pretty loud. But hardly had I ridden the bike for a 100 m, the area above the airbox, between the seat and the tank, was burning my legs. If you love to show off, then definitely go for it. I, for one, will be putting it back on tomorrow morning, but not before waking the whole sleepy neighborhood!!!

**Richard** · 10-14-2008, 06:14 PM

@Thunder - people who remove it are not dumb..it has it pros and cons....and could you mention your sources of this info?

yes manufactures put it for a reason....and the reason is not efficiency..but to reduce the intake resonance (ie.sound)...it also helps the air flow more smoothly into the box making the engine pulses sound more smooth and less audble.....the sound you get is caused by air hitting the wall's of the airbox...

and yes it does make the bike a bit lean...causing the heat...(which is no circumstance is a good thing)

but the sound!!!!...it make all of that worth it....

Bottomline - remove it for some time enjoy the ride than put it back on...

**winzeee** · 10-14-2008, 06:41 PM

Ive k&n in my p150 if i remove the snorkel will there be any prob ?

**silver_shadow** · 10-14-2008, 08:20 PM

Originally posted by Richard View Post

@Thunder - people who remove it are not dumb..it has it pros and cons....and could you mention your sources of this info?

yes manufactures put it for a reason....and the reason is not efficiency..but to reduce the intake resonance (ie.sound)...it also helps the air flow more smoothly into the box making the engine pulses sound more smooth and less audble.....the sound you get is caused by air hitting the wall's of the airbox...

and yes it does make the bike a bit lean...causing the heat...(which is no circumstance is a good thing)

but the sound!!!!...it make all of that worth it....

Bottomline - remove it for some time enjoy the ride than put it back on...

if it's a carbed bike you will need to jet it to get the mixture correct again.

if its got FI like someone mentioned in the P220 then the ECU takes care of the mixture anyway so nothing to worry about.

**Richard** · 10-16-2008, 02:11 PM

Originally posted by silver_shadow View Post

if it's a carbed bike you will need to jet it to get the mixture correct again.

if its got FI like someone mentioned in the P220 then the ECU takes care of the mixture anyway so nothing to worry about.

ive made mine one screw turn rich.....but actually the difference is so less than there is no need to change the settings...

@winzeee - Dude You dont need to remove it......its better to let it stay....

**psycho 98** · 10-16-2008, 02:52 PM

By removing the snorkel you will only make the bike breath better, apart from that it does
nothing good for the bike.

**winzeee** · 10-16-2008, 03:08 PM

Originally posted by Richard View Post

@winzeee - Dude You dont need to remove it......its better to let it stay....

BTW ive kept the box closed ?

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