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1sexynucca
06-10-2008, 03:45 PM
i would like to buy an air filter for my firebolt b4 i get it dino tuned... any suggestions on a good one?
BuellPartsGuy
06-10-2008, 04:22 PM
K&N works great, you should also do the open air box mod and breather re-route before your dyno run also. There is a bunch of posts on here about how to do those mods.
LeFox
06-10-2008, 06:38 PM
k&n highflow filter...but this is no use if you do not have an open airbox as bpg mentioned.
and when you are doing that, the breather re-route (http://www.buellxb.com/Buell-XB-Forum/Do-It-Yourself-Buell-Mods/Re-route-hoses) is a simple extra with very good results, as bpg also mentioned :p
BuellPartsGuy
06-10-2008, 06:48 PM
Word......:p
dans03firebolt
06-10-2008, 06:52 PM
I wish BMC made a filter for us but I haven't found one yet.
His_and_Her_Buells
06-10-2008, 08:27 PM
I wish BMC made a filter for us but I haven't found one yet.
Taken straight from the Buell website. Pretty much same as K&N from what I understand.
Buell® Pro-Series Race Air Cleaner for XB Models
29388-02YB $64.95
High flow air cleaner.
Washable design.
Allows engine to breathe easily for maximum power.
Combine together with other race system components to achieve improved torque and horsepower.
Fits '03-later XB models.
dans03firebolt
06-10-2008, 08:31 PM
Yes but BMC doesn't make a filter for our bikes. It is similar to a K&N just much better. I know from experience in my Gixxer that the BMC was much better than the K&N that was in it when I got it.
His_and_Her_Buells
06-10-2008, 08:35 PM
Sorry, by BMC I thought you meant Buell Motorcycle Co. Never heard of BMC filters. Time to educate myself:p
BuellPartsGuy
06-10-2008, 10:48 PM
Yeah, BMC makes lots for all the other makes of bikes but Buells.
1sexynucca
06-10-2008, 11:52 PM
Thanks for the advice, I really appreciate it
1sexynucca
06-10-2008, 11:57 PM
If im not mistaken, isnt the airbox on the 07's already open??
BuellPartsGuy
06-11-2008, 12:09 AM
Yeah, its pretty opened up compared to older years, but you can completely delete the upper lid other than a cap on top of the filter itself.
1sexynucca
06-11-2008, 12:10 AM
oooh ok... Im still new to motorcycles so im still learning.. Thanks
mrdozer2you
06-11-2008, 12:14 PM
you can completely delete the upper lid other than a cap on top of the filter itself.
And it looks total bad-ass if you have the translucent airbox cover [up]
BuellPartsGuy
06-11-2008, 05:01 PM
yes it does!
tejasmtb
06-11-2008, 07:28 PM
I have the Buell Race Air Filter listed above for sale. It has been used for approx. 2K miles and is in perfect condition. I'll let it go for $30 shipped.
kakkarott3
06-11-2008, 11:06 PM
Here is another option. With the dollar being so weak it is a bit pricy though.
http://www.trojan-horse.co.uk/prods/263.html
everyother_time
06-26-2008, 04:19 PM
Not wanting to Hyjack the thread but does anyone know if they make a Translucent Red Airbox cover for the XB9R?
dmp0001
06-26-2008, 04:41 PM
the S airbox cover will fit the R bikes.
I use the buell race filter and like it, a huge improvement in throttle responce and sound, plus tou dont have to oil it.
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