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I'm in the market for either a BMC or K&N filter. Just wondering what you guys think is the better filter. I was quoted $56 by a local shop for the K&N or $60 online for the BMC.
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I used to run BMC pod filters on my gix11, they seemed ok..
I do remember hearing somewhere that the BMC was better than the K&N but not totally sure...I dont think you would have trouble with either, They both have a very good name.
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i'm running a bmc and i love it.
2001 TL1000R
Carbon Kevlar gsxr1000 solo tail w/ r6 taillights/hammerit tlr/r kit/ full yosh w/ carbon cans/ attack rearsets/ hermit dragon exhaust hangars/Stainless braided brakelines front and back/ EBC HH pads/ BMC race filter/ PC2/ metzler sporttech tires/ carbon here and there/ racelite fairingstay/ Olhins steering damper/ Polished frame, swingarm, subframe................STILL A PILE OF SHIT
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... not sure of I know the difference ... but I'm running K&N ... no worries ...
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I am running a K&N...........the butt dyno didnt notice anything. I had good luck with K&N before but the TL-R filter looked weak. No problems so far. The stock filter looks like the better unit.
I'd buy a BMC the next time.2003 TL1000R
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i have a bmc, its nice and works well.
i've used k&n in the past (not on the tlr) and theyre good too.
the diffrence is neglegable, so go with whichever is a better deal or the one that will make you happiest for whatever intangible reason.<font SIZE="5" COLOR="red"><b><center> ~Alien_Tank </center></b></font>
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Cut out the stock paper filter out of the original. Buy uni filters bulk foam (same used in the bmc) and glue it down. Total cost 15.I know nothing about bikes.
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Wow I never thought of doing that. Are there many guys doing this? Where do you get the bulk Uni stuff from?- If you find this site useful kick us a few bucks. <a href="http://www.tlplanet.com/forums/billspaypal.php"><b><font color="blue">Tip cup</font></b></a>
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BMC and K&N standards don't give any pony gains, race do but don't filter nearly as good. BMC is suppose ta be better quality, that's what I got from some motor builders.Comment
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Nevermind I called to conferm the price of $56 from my local dealer and they now say it's $84. I'm sure the $56 was their cost and they screwed up yesterday. I was leaning towards the BMC anyway so I'll just order online.- If you find this site useful kick us a few bucks. <a href="http://www.tlplanet.com/forums/billspaypal.php"><b><font color="blue">Tip cup</font></b></a>
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hmmm, the bmc filters ive seen are not foam. jus the pleated like K&N
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I am with horkn on this, they look like the same element like the K&N stuff with a lighter colored oil on it.
Jiff, the $56.00 quote was probably for a TLS, not an "R" like yours. Lemme know if you need a K&N for your bike, I have them in stock.Your Friend in Sport,
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Jiffy - where did you try ordering from? Powersport, camp, or beaudrey?Comment
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Beaudry. It's actually not the first time thay have screwed up and quoted me their cost instead of the retail price. Last time they did it on some oil filters.Originally posted by wormser77
Jiffy - where did you try ordering from? Powersport, camp, or beaudrey?
Edwin - What price are we talking on the K & N? I think I'm going to go with the BMC since it costs less though.- If you find this site useful kick us a few bucks. <a href="http://www.tlplanet.com/forums/billspaypal.php"><b><font color="blue">Tip cup</font></b></a>
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They had a buddies aprila for 12 weeks of prime riding this year cause they can't seem (or care) ta order the right parts
Shoody work on the assembly as well, not the 1st person that got screwed by em either!
Only place I buy from is the girls at powersports, staight up and won't blow smoke up your bum!Comment
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