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Old 31 May 2011
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XT600E Air filter
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Just got my bike MOT'd. Following a dicussion the mechanic, he was CERTAIN that I NEED to fit a K&N air filter, the standard Yamaha paper filter just wont do ???!

By the way, UK to South Africa (West Coast) is the route.

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Ain't he just trying to get into your pockets?!

Sure the K&N will allow a slightly better airflow than the stock air filter and Might help a bit with power but since you're making that trip to south africa... I'd stick to the stock air filter!

You don't want no sand inside your engine!


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Cheers Vando.

He mentioned that airfilters sometimes need to be cleaned daily depending on conditions.


- I was going to take 1 x spare Air Filter....is this enough ?
- Any tips on how to look after a paper air filter ?
- Can one give them a shake to knock off dirt ?
- How often should it be checked / replaced/ cleaned or whatever one should do ?

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Depends on how long you'll be down there in S.Africa...

If you are going to ride in heavy dirt conditions you should clean them at least once every 3 days or if you feel the bike with low power or stuttering.

My previous air filter was still the stock one (twenty years on it lol) which came with the bike and it was still pretty good.
I only changed it because I fitted the raptor660 carbs on the bike...

As long as you don't use compressed air or liquids to clean the filter you'll be fine!
A couple of little taps on a smooth surface and most of the dirt should come off. That's how I used to do!

You could put a new one prior to the journey if you want to be on the safe side.


I'm not the best guy here to talk about how many you'll need as I've never done a trip like that but I'm sure the other guys will answer you when they see your post!


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I've got the K&N replacement air filter and actually it doesn't fit my airbox very well. Easier to get completely clean I suppose and in theory you'll never have to buy another...

No apparent difference in performance.

Swings and roundabouts...

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I always used to clean my "Twin Air" foam filter with petrol every couple of days in dusty environs. I also would spay filter oil on it which can accelerate the dust collection process.
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Anyone tried the standard yamaha paper air filter through africa ?

Will it be ok ?

If not, Ill probably stick with Vando, leave the paper filter and give it a tap after dusty sections.

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Not a trans-africa but I used a standard paper filter through morocco, turkey and iran (the same one) which were all pretty hot and dusty and it was fine.
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Stock isnt all that bad, I would just buy a spare.

Its not so dusty as long as you down drive in the dustcloud from other vechicles. Enjoy the trip.
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Cheers guys....appreciate the comments.

Standard it will be.
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I have fitted PIPER CROSS air filters to both my XT's. They are foam filters which can be cleaned easily. No need to re-jet/change your carb settings either. They cost me £40 each and I'm happy with the result.

Linky here - http://www.pipercross.net/
XT600E Filter - http://www.pipercross.net/motorcycle...p?m1=14&m2=210

Cleaning it -
The cleaning of a Pipercross air filter should be carried out as below. Failure to do this could result in damage to the air filter or even the vehicle.
  1. Remove excess dirt by gently brushing the filter.
  2. Apply cleaning additive (C9003 or C9000) liberally. Massage in with soft brush. Allow to soak for around 5 minutes.
  3. Flush the filter out with warm water from the clean side of the foam to the dirty side.
  4. Allow the filter to dry naturally (do not apply any heat to the filter!!)
  5. Lightly apply dirt retention additive (C9007 or C9001) on the dirty (black) side of the foam.
Steps 2-4 may need to be repeated until the filter is clean. Do not over oil the foam as this will cause a lack of performance.

As far as I remember K&N's require carb changes. Best stay away from these unless you enjoy tampering with carbs (I don't plus I'm a crap mechanic).

You have been given good advice here on this thread - if it works don't mess with it. Perhaps you'd better stay with a standard Yamaha filter. Not sure if Pipercross sell outside the UK in any case...
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Hi Neil, appreciate your input, good to know all options.

I think I will go with standard. It seems to work, is simple enough and doesnt require carting any extras to clean, oil etc..

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Keep us posted about the prep for the trip!

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