Air Filters - Universal Thread

[sinnerz2000]

Re: Air Filters - Universal Thread

UNI filters make quite throaty sound, and all aftermarket filters for that matter. This isn't a problem as such, more air equals more power and you need not worry. As you've said, new viscous filter and air flowing in more, it's completely normal.

Cheers!
VJ

Lol by uni i mean unicorn, im not using an aftermarket filter its stock one. I'm actually noticing low power, nd my brothers unicorn is very smooth nd isn't loud at all at any speed

[B7ACKTHORN]

Re: Air Filters - Universal Thread

My uni makes a very loud nd bassy sound coming from the air filter at high speeds, I'm using the stock viscous air filter which I bought new recently, I can hear the air gushing in too. Anyone else face this prob?

UNI filters make quite throaty sound, and all aftermarket filters for that matter. This isn't a problem as such, more air equals more power and you need not worry. As you've said, new viscous filter and air flowing in more, it's completely normal.

Cheers!
VJ

[sinnerz2000]

Re: Air Filters - Universal Thread

My uni makes a very loud nd bassy sound coming from the air filter at high speeds, I'm using the stock viscous air filter which I bought new recently, I can hear the air gushing in too. Anyone else face this prob?

[Pinaki]

Re: A practice of draining oil through the Air Filters

Guys..please store your spare filters safe..Two of my filters which I cleaned and oiled and stored for future use got eaten by rats!

Dang ! ... even I store spare foam filters readied like that carelessly . It's also advisable to stuff the air intake hole on the airbox if you store your bike long . Wasps are known to build nest in it .

[B7ACKTHORN]

Re: A practice of draining oil through the Air Filters

If its a simota then no probs! Cause al simota conical ones are dry types.

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Yes conical are by default most of the filters are dry type, all you need is just clean them properly at the right intervals as they do have quite extended clean intervals, but don't forget they need cleaning too.

Cheers!
VJ

[albyjose]

Re: A practice of draining oil through the Air Filters

Guys..please store your spare filters safe..Two of my filters which I cleaned and oiled and stored for future use got eaten by rats!

[abhi7013]

Re: A practice of draining oil through the Air Filters

It's a conical filter, blue one. Sorry, I don't know the model of it, but will let you know if you really want to, but it's a Simota.

Cheers!
VJ

If its a simota then no probs! Cause al simota conical ones are dry types.

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[B7ACKTHORN]

Re: A practice of draining oil through the Air Filters

And bro which type filter does your friend have?

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It's a conical filter, blue one. Sorry, I don't know the model of it, but will let you know if you really want to, but it's a Simota.

Cheers!
VJ

[abhi7013]

Re: A practice of draining oil through the Air Filters

Simota and most other high end filters are either made of steel and washing them with detergent is not advisable as such. The best practice would be to dunk them in kerosene and brush them lightly (one of my friend did the same in his Karizma) He dunked it the whole day till next day and the kerosene literally cleaned it brand new.

UNI Filters are foam, and any foam is basically easy to clean, provided they are even cheap to replaced considering they are not "branded ones".

But cleaning them in petrol or kerosene is a best idea. But make sure they are dry and I MEAN DRY before you use it back, and you're all set.

Cheers!
VJ

And bro which type filter does your friend have?

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[B7ACKTHORN]

Re: A practice of draining oil through the Air Filters

Now that you've mentioned it, I have a simota air filter. How do I clean it bro. I've got no clue!

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Simota and most other high end filters are either made of steel and washing them with detergent is not advisable as such. The best practice would be to dunk them in kerosene and brush them lightly (one of my friend did the same in his Karizma) He dunked it the whole day till next day and the kerosene literally cleaned it brand new.

UNI Filters are foam, and any foam is basically easy to clean, provided they are even cheap to replaced considering they are not "branded ones".

But cleaning them in petrol or kerosene is a best idea. But make sure they are dry and I MEAN DRY before you use it back, and you're all set.

Cheers!
VJ

[Pinaki]

Re: A practice of draining oil through the Air Filters

If you want to continue with their filter it is best to follow their instructions on maintenance . They use a material that is not common and they know best about it's maintenance . Some fabric types used on air-filters should not be washed in detergent etc as it alters the structure of the fibres . Moreover Simota specifically says that they void warranty and are not responsible for damage to your motor if you do so . If you can't do it , better revert to the stock filter or another filter type that is easy for you to maintain . Fabric filter oils I have seen ( the red oil in K&N rechanrge pack ) is much thinner and different to chain sprays .
As a suggestion , Uni foam filters are long lasting & very easy on maintenance .

[abhi7013]

Re: A practice of draining oil through the Air Filters

Replace dry media (paper) element airfilter at intervals recomended by manufacturer ( read owner's manual ) . If possible , little earlier than that doesn't hurt particularly if you ride dusty roads often . You can clean them a bit by tapping it on the floor dirty side down , and/or blowing with compressed air nozzle held at a distance of a feet from it on the clean side . But they are meant to be replaced only . Also be sure to replace it if it gets wet or oil on it by chance even once . If bike is going to be stored for a long period , remove this type of filter and store it in dry container ( paper element has tendency to absorb moisture from air and clog up when not used ) , stuff the air intake hole on the bike close with clean cloth . Air filter clogging is always accompanied by a sudden noticeable fall in fuel mileage .

http://www.simota.com/instruction.php

Bro that maintenance is costly and complicated. And you cannot follow it for a cone filter. Can I just wash it in detergent and then leave it to dry? Later spraying it with chain spray? Many people use chain spray I've heard.

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[Pinaki]

Re: A practice of draining oil through the Air Filters

Replace dry media (paper) element airfilter at intervals recomended by manufacturer ( read owner's manual ) . If possible , little earlier than that doesn't hurt particularly if you ride dusty roads often . You can clean them a bit by tapping it on the floor dirty side down , and/or blowing with compressed air nozzle held at a distance of a feet from it on the clean side . But they are meant to be replaced only . Also be sure to replace it if it gets wet or oil on it by chance even once . If bike is going to be stored for a long period , remove this type of filter and store it in dry container ( paper element has tendency to absorb moisture from air and clog up when not used ) , stuff the air intake hole on the bike close with clean cloth . Air filter clogging is always accompanied by a sudden noticeable fall in fuel mileage .

Now that you've mentioned it, I have a simota air filter. How do I clean it bro. I've got no clue! ..

http://www.simota.com/instruction.php

[abhi7013]

Re: A practice of draining oil through the Air Filters

See there is two things to discern. First what happens when some chokes you, you gasp, you gasp and breathe hard, the bike does almost the same, like fuel being cut off, that's one.

Second the very sound, since air flow is disrupted, the engine struggles and it alters the sound altogether, and after cleanign you might hear a throaty roar which means she's getting all the air she needs.

Third, since you don't have an indicator, as I've previously stated, maintain an interval of 600 KMS strict, and she'll be just fine.

Cheers!
VJ

Now that you've mentioned it, I have a simota air filter. How do I clean it bro. I've got no clue!

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[B7ACKTHORN]

Re: A practice of draining oil through the Air Filters

Thanks.

How to know whether the AF is choked or not? Any signs for the same? Also, as you have mentioned, dry type is paper type, how is that to be cleaned?

Cheerz!!

See there is two things to discern. First what happens when some chokes you, you gasp, you gasp and breathe hard, the bike does almost the same, like fuel being cut off, that's one.

Second the very sound, since air flow is disrupted, the engine struggles and it alters the sound altogether, and after cleanign you might hear a throaty roar which means she's getting all the air she needs.

Third, since you don't have an indicator, as I've previously stated, maintain an interval of 600 KMS strict, and she'll be just fine.

Cheers!
VJ