Air Filters - Universal Thread

[Honda_CBF]

Guys, upjetting is needed. Atleast for performance gain.
Even if next higher size jets are used with stock air filter, it will give slight bump in performance.

[armskhatri]

Air Filter

I wanted to install an AirFilter to my Pulsar 220, i just bought d pulsar 2 months back, so just wanted to ask weather K&N is better or Pipercross??

Also will the life of the engine decrease??
Will its mileage decrease?? if yes den how much??
Also which model (filter model) should be installed??

Thanks!!

[Noor]

Thread approved and merged

[ariendj]

Own a 102cc Honda Aviator which has the 'paper filter'.
mileage at 11k kms and with the choking drives,wanted to change it but the paper airfilter wasn't in stock as the new aviator has the 'viscous filter'.

waited for 3 months and lost hopes in Honda and today bought the visocus filter.in appearance its all the same except for the color.
the paper filter being yellow and viscous filter being green.
it has same size and filter holder shape is same.

did a DIY and the Aviator just got a new life.

[neal_wreakz86]

I have fitted a Cosworth performance filter in my pulsar 150 ug3. I have discarded the air filter box and the mechanic has fitted it directly near the carburettor without fitting any extention pipe. There is a significant increase in acceleration without re-jetting as i am running it 1 1/2 turns richer mix. One query i have is that i have noticed a black pipe just below the filter conneting with the engine.. is it ok to leave it open or cover it with some cloth and also i want to ask how is it possible to check if there is any air leakage from breather pipe where the filter has been fitted.

[Rashid]

I have fitted a Cosworth performance filter in my pulsar 150 ug3. I have discarded the air filter box and the mechanic has fitted it directly near the carburettor without fitting any extention pipe. There is a significant increase in acceleration without re-jetting as i am running it 1 1/2 turns richer mix. One query i have is that i have noticed a black pipe just below the filter conneting with the engine.. is it ok to leave it open or cover it with some cloth and also i want to ask how is it possible to check if there is any air leakage from breather pipe where the filter has been fitted.

check this too

http://www.xbhp.com/talkies/help-me/20465-some-questions-regarding-upjetting-air-filter.html

[xs400]

Replace Air Filter for (old type 102cc) Honda Aviator

Own a 102cc Honda Aviator which has the 'paper filter'.
mileage at 11k kms and with the choking drives,wanted to change it but the paper airfilter wasn't in stock as the new aviator has the 'viscous filter'.

waited for 3 months and lost hopes in Honda and today bought the visocus filter.in appearance its all the same except for the color.
the paper filter being yellow and viscous filter being green.
it has same size and filter holder shape is same.

did a DIY and the Aviator just got a new life.

Thanks ariendj. This helped a lot.

[bhalan]

R15 Air Filter

Hi Friends,

I would like to install K&N Air filter for my R15 V2.0, also like to install iridium spark plugs, Will these two modifications increase the performance of my bike. I want to know the pros and cons also. How much it will cost?

[Noor]

Thread approved and merged

[Aneesh@4GHz]

Hi Friends,

I would like to install K&N Air filter for my R15 V2.0, also like to install iridium spark plugs, Will these two modifications increase the performance of my bike. I want to know the pros and cons also. How much it will cost?

K&N is not going to increase power by a huge margin,IMO its not worth.Better Stick to stock Plugs and Filter and replace every 10000kms.

[fox]

Cosworth Air-Filter

Hi Guys, I am in the process of modding my Pulsar220 which will include a performance as well as a cosmetic mod. In cosmetic mode, I am planing to change the tyres and put low profile ones and make naked look from rear by removing the rear fender. Also it would follow with some graphics and paint job. As of now in the performance mod I have just fitted a newly launched Cosworth Performance filter as the initial step. I thought to share this with you guys as well.

Let me first introduce you guys to Cosworth, as we all think of only and only K&N when it comes to filters for our bikes. Cosworth is a UK based company which mainly deals with performance racing upgradation parts. Cosworth is an official supplier for Formula One, IndyCar, Champ Car, WRC, sportscars and MotoGP.


Cosworth is a global leader in automotive high-performance technologies. Since the company was founded in London, UK in 1958, it has provided innovative engines and components which make vehicles go further and faster. Cosworth's unparalleled motorsport track record includes 176 grand prix wins and 23 world championship titles in Formula One, as well as outstanding success in every other form of the sport from LeMans 24h to Indy Car and World Rally. On the road, Cosworth's innovations have powered vehicles ranging from the legendary Ford Sierra Cosworth in the 1980s to today's Aston Martin One-77 supercar.

Too much of gyan here for this company because few people here may come across the name COSWORTH, first time. Hence to avoid unnecessary questions I m just putting the above para for general knowledge and also not to make a fool of myself as people shouldnt have a negative impression that I m fitting some local filter on my bike..LOL

Well getting back to my upgradation part, I chose this filter due to couple of reasons. The most imp one being its Brand name as the filter belongs to Cosworth, a performance part from an official supplier of Formula one.

Secondly, Performance of the product as got some reviews from people who have fitted it in their bike and have felt a drastic change in the performance in their bike with no effect on the mileage. This "No effect in the mileage" sounds attracting..LOL!!!

Lastly i was bored of K&N as it has become too common these days. You ask a roadside chap what filter to use and pat comes the reply "K&N". People even dont know how to pronounce it properly.

Anyways, after all finally I have this filter in my bike. The build quality of this filter is good and I got impressed on my first look when I opened the box to see the filter. The Filter is a Dry Filter and requires no oiling as made using a unique non-woven synthetic filteration media, can be rinsed using mild soap water every 5000kms or six months.

Installing procedure of this filter is as same as other Universal Conical Filters or Rather K&N filters etc etc. You just need to remove the stock filter box completely and install this one with the rubber hose kit provided for Pulsar 220. It comes with those screw-tightened ring so that it can be fastened to the rubber air inlet.

After the installation process, I went on a small ride and ensured that I get a long stretch to test the raw power of my P220. The Moment I stepped on my bike and started the ignition I felt my bike has completely changed and have become more aggressive in terms of power, Well I really don't know if the power output has increased but definitely the performance of my bike has improved. Trust me, The throttle response was awesome and better than before, the roaring sound of the filter made people turn their heads and the best part was i felt the running of my engine become smoother than before. Well, I still need to test the bike on a long run but below is all what I can say as of now:

1) from the city riding i can say, the bike revs very well.

2) the throttle response has improved.

3) there is improvement in pickup during each gear change.

4) as the bike revs fast, its too easy to pick it up on top speed

5) the engine feels smoother

6) much difference in 1st, 2nd and 3rd gear as I can rev freely

7) roaring sound is so audible

8) the best part is that i enjoyed the difference as it showed the output when reviving more and more.


Overall I am happy with the performance of my bike after installing this filter. Now need to check on a long ride and also need to check on the mileage part as well. Hope it performs well as per my expectations.

PS :Pic of the filter below. Will upload a roaring video soon.



Cheers..


RIDE SAFE!!!

[Ri$hi]

Hi Friends,

I would like to install K&N Air filter for my R15 V2.0, also like to install iridium spark plugs, Will these two modifications increase the performance of my bike. I want to know the pros and cons also. How much it will cost?

You get stock replacement k&n air filter for r15 and NGK iridium specified for r15 is CR8EIX.

[Aneesh@4GHz]

This "No effect in the mileage" sounds attracting..LOL!!!

This effect is due to lean AFR.

Do you have a P220 F or Carb?

The Filter is a Dry Filter and requires no oiling as made using a unique non-woven synthetic filteration media, can be rinsed using mild soap water every 5000kms or six months.

Is it mentioned on the box?

I hopes this one cost's 1500rs, right?

After the installation process, I went on a small ride and ensured that I get a long stretch to test the raw power of my P220. The Moment I stepped on my bike and started the ignition I felt my bike has completely changed and have become more aggressive in terms of power,

Have you checked the top speed?Have you upjetted?

[fox]

This effect is due to lean AFR.

Do you have a P220 F or Carb?

Oh really.. but I guess the Lean AFR effects the engine on a long run..right?? Well, I have a P220 Carb

Is it mentioned on the box?

I hopes this one cost's 1500rs, right?

Yes its mentioned on the instruction pamphlet which is inside the box. And yes it costs Rs. 1500 only.

Have you checked the top speed?Have you upjetted?

No havent checked the top speed yet.. will try it on weekend.. May be on sunday ride.

No I havent upjetted yet. But one of my xbhp mate suggested me to upjet the carb. Will surely do it soon.

[Aneesh@4GHz]

Oh really.. but I guess the Lean AFR effects the engine on a long run..right?? Well, I have a P220 Carb

Yes,It will affect the engine and internal parts during long run.Mainly will overheat the engine.

Yes its mentioned on the instruction pamphlet which is inside the box. And yes it costs Rs. 1500 only.

OK.

But one of my xbhp mate suggested me to upjet the carb. Will surely do it soon.

Yes,Get it done As soon as possible.