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Idaho Falls, Idaho
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Howdy:
I'm thinking it's time to change my stock air filter. I think it is the original. My bike is a '95 with 7,000 miles. Do the stock filter elements degrade with age? My goal is more to improve mileage then to increase performance. At my age my motto is "Built for comfort, not for speed".
I'm considering replacing the original filter with a new stock Suzuki element, a NuFoam do-it-yourself filter (ala Old feller) or ???? I do not like the idea of oiling the filter element, so the dry stock unit has an edge. I am suspious of the filtering capabilities of the K&N cartridge. My air cleaner box and snorkle are in place.
I have upgraded the carb to a 55 pilot and a 150 main jet, and thinned the white spacer to about half. I have replaced the Jardine (Too Loud) for a HD Dyna. The back-fire is gone and the ride is much more enjoyable with the Dyna muffler. I am at 5,000 ft elevation here. I do mostly in-town riding and short trips.
I have/am considering running for a tank of gas without the element in place. If I notice any improvement in mileage that would be proof that something has changed. The downside is sucking unfiltered air into the engine.
I'd sure like to hear experiences and opinions on this issue. Thanks, in advance.
Adios, David
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