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  • Re: Air Filters - Universal Thread

    Originally posted by chaosaddict View Post
    Routine cleaning makes up for it . Although, the duration is much more after the first installation.
    i am not talking about the dirt in the filter, but the engine..
    larger pores mean more dirt passing down..

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    Originally posted by devils_friend View Post
    Agree. But, wouldnt changing the type of filter have effect on the engine?? Like from foam to paper type or likewise some other.

    Cheerz!!
    that's what i'm trying to know and also the effects..

    Ride safe and have fun.
    Regards
    Nadeem

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    • Re: Air Filters - Universal Thread

      Originally posted by nadz11.ns View Post
      i am not talking about the dirt in the filter, but the engine..
      larger pores mean more dirt passing down..

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      that's what i'm trying to know and also the effects..
      IMHO, i would stick to the recommended AF type. There will be some effects for sure.

      Cheerz!!
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      • Re: Air Filters - Universal Thread

        Originally posted by devils_friend View Post
        IMHO, i would stick to the recommended AF type. There will be some effects for sure.

        Cheerz!!
        yea, you are right.. stock one are best.. but what's wrong in knowing about such important things..

        Ride safe and have fun.
        Regards
        Nadeem

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        • Re: Air Filters - Universal Thread

          Originally posted by nadz11.ns View Post
          i am not talking about the dirt in the filter, but the engine..
          larger pores mean more dirt passing down..

          ----consecutive posts auto-merged-----



          that's what i'm trying to know and also the effects..
          Originally posted by devils_friend View Post
          IMHO, i would stick to the recommended AF type. There will be some effects for sure.

          Cheerz!!

          Guys, bear this in mind: Any aftermarket (not stock) installations will have side effects It is upto us to maintain, adapt & enjoy living with the changes.


          Hint - Check for reviews on foam types
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          • Re: Air Filters - Universal Thread

            Originally posted by chaosaddict View Post
            Guys, bear this in mind: Any aftermarket (not stock) installations will have side effects It is upto us to maintain, adapt & enjoy living with the changes.


            Hint - Check for reviews on foam types
            Yup foam based filters are the next safest ones after stock filters. Nothing can beat the filtering capability of stock filter. Foam based are good as they can be washed and maintained.

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            • Re: Air Filters - Universal Thread

              Originally posted by devils_friend View Post
              Agree. But, wouldnt changing the type of filter have effect on the engine?? Like from foam to paper type or likewise some other.

              Cheerz!!
              No, it wouldn't have any effect on the engine. A good aftermarket airfilter does its job pretty good. Especially if it's an aftermarket plug and play type of filter it suits the purpose even better and saves lots of unwanted fixtures and time installing the aftermarket filter.

              But trust me, stock filters do the most when filtering as their very design is for maximum filtration. It doesn't mean aftermarket just increase noise by letting in more air, they do both. But when it comes to cleaning, almost all are easy especially if it's plug and play type of aftermarket filters.

              Cheers!
              VJ
              Once upon a time, a guy asked a girl 'Will you marry me?'
              The girl said, 'NO!'


              And the guy lived happily ever after and rode motorcycles and watched sport on a big screen TV, went fishing and surfing, and played golf a lot, and drank beer and scotch and had tons of money in the bank and left the toilet seat up and farted whenever he wanted.


              THE END

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              • Re: Air Filters - Universal Thread

                Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post
                No, it wouldn't have any effect on the engine. A good aftermarket airfilter does its job pretty good. Especially if it's an aftermarket plug and play type of filter it suits the purpose even better and saves lots of unwanted fixtures and time installing the aftermarket filter.

                But trust me, stock filters do the most when filtering as their very design is for maximum filtration. It doesn't mean aftermarket just increase noise by letting in more air, they do both. But when it comes to cleaning, almost all are easy especially if it's plug and play type of aftermarket filters.

                Cheers!
                VJ
                Any idea if there's a foam type filter for unicorn? The stock is paper panel type.

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                • Re: Air Filters - Universal Thread

                  Originally posted by sinnerz2000 View Post
                  Any idea if there's a foam type filter for unicorn? The stock is paper panel type.
                  Not possible, but it can with some real good aftermarket stuffs. If the fitment on the plastic panel can hold the foam then it should be a fit. But the filter most HONDA TWO WHEELERS have in India is viscous filters.

                  But personally if you ask, it's useless. Viscous filters are the same as foam as they are both oil wetted and perform more or less the same.

                  Cheers!
                  VJ
                  Once upon a time, a guy asked a girl 'Will you marry me?'
                  The girl said, 'NO!'


                  And the guy lived happily ever after and rode motorcycles and watched sport on a big screen TV, went fishing and surfing, and played golf a lot, and drank beer and scotch and had tons of money in the bank and left the toilet seat up and farted whenever he wanted.


                  THE END

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                  • Re: Air Filters - Universal Thread

                    Originally posted by sinnerz2000 View Post
                    Any idea if there's a foam type filter for unicorn? The stock is paper panel type.
                    Most bikes have paper panel type. Remove that and just fix the filter you want to the air inlet hole. That's plug and play.

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                    • Re: Air Filters - Universal Thread

                      Originally posted by abhi7013 View Post
                      Most bikes have paper panel type. Remove that and just fix the filter you want to the air inlet hole. That's plug and play.

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                      It isn't feasible in all bikes Abhi, and the technique could ruin the filter and make it even worse. Plug and play means an aftermarket airfilters which are specifically made to fit the vehicle without any alterations. But fiddling with an airfilter element i.e. the foam or paper is not a wise idea to start with, because there is a high chance you rip the paper element or foam. And provided all the air filter box modifications for the use of those conical filters in the name of power, and ruining it totally.

                      I'd suggest one to have the stock to have a best effect of performance and protection.

                      Cheers!
                      VJ
                      Once upon a time, a guy asked a girl 'Will you marry me?'
                      The girl said, 'NO!'


                      And the guy lived happily ever after and rode motorcycles and watched sport on a big screen TV, went fishing and surfing, and played golf a lot, and drank beer and scotch and had tons of money in the bank and left the toilet seat up and farted whenever he wanted.


                      THE END

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                      • Re: Air Filters - Universal Thread

                        Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post
                        It isn't feasible in all bikes Abhi, and the technique could ruin the filter and make it even worse. Plug and play means an aftermarket airfilters which are specifically made to fit the vehicle without any alterations. But fiddling with an airfilter element i.e. the foam or paper is not a wise idea to start with, because there is a high chance you rip the paper element or foam. And provided all the air filter box modifications for the use of those conical filters in the name of power, and ruining it totally.

                        I'd suggest one to have the stock to have a best effect of performance and protection.

                        Cheers!
                        VJ
                        Yup I accept. I have a conical filter but no problems since ill be cleaning it from now once in every 1000 kms. Just washing in detergent and letting it dry. But the stock filter is better. Maintenance free with pure filtration.

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                        • Re: Air Filters - Universal Thread

                          I will be changing my stock air filter by next service ........... and I have come across good reviews about K&N filters , but the problem is I cannot find one suitable to fit in my bike .......... kindly help me count options/model number

                          Warm Regards,
                          Pranav


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                          • Re: Air Filters - Universal Thread

                            Originally posted by xpranav View Post
                            I will be changing my stock air filter by next service ........... and I have come across good reviews about K&N filters , but the problem is I cannot find one suitable to fit in my bike .......... kindly help me count options/model number
                            If possible, try inquiring about GREEN Air filters. I have a friend who used GREEN in his Stunner & claimed that it was a direct fitment. I do not exactly remember the model though
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                            • Re: Air Filters - Universal Thread

                              Originally posted by chaosaddict View Post
                              If possible, try inquiring about GREEN Air filters. I have a friend who used GREEN in his Stunner & claimed that it was a direct fitment. I do not exactly remember the model though
                              the pic below is of a stock air filter on a Honda Stunner

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                              are you talking of this GREEN or is it a different brand ?

                              Warm Regards,
                              Pranav


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                              • Re: Air Filters - Universal Thread

                                Originally posted by xpranav View Post



                                are you talking of this GREEN or is it a different brand ?
                                No dude!!! It is a different brand of aftermarket Air Filter for cars & bikes and a famous one too. Check this out. Guys have used it in Fz, Pulsar etc.
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