K&N questions

mik_str · Post by **mik_str** » Mon Apr 11, 2005 3:31 am

I own a 1999 Firestorm which is basically stock engine-wise. I was looking at the possibly of adding a set of slip-ons but recently learned that police forces here in Quebec, Canada, are apparently set to begin doing decibel checks of bikes (thank you all you lovely Harley types!!!!) so I think I may hold off on this until I see how things develop. In the interim, I am seeking a little boost in performance and so will be dropping the gearing slightly by going to a 43 teeth rear sprocket. I was wondering if switching to a K&N air filter would provide me with a slight gain in power (hoping for something in the mid-range if possible)? If so, would any jetting changes be required (shimming needles?). Thanks in advance.

Micky

Johnny Wishbone · Post by **Johnny Wishbone** » Mon Apr 11, 2005 12:19 pm

Afternoon Micky - in order to get any real gain from a K&N you would really need to get a set of decent cans and re-jet as you'll be running lean. It's possible to get a set of 'road legal' race cans in the UK or you can buy some DB killers for your pipes.

JW

king of the damned · Post by **king of the damned** » Mon Apr 11, 2005 9:55 pm

The big advantage of a K&N is that you can clean it. It costs low....
Bye.

eddievtr · Post by **eddievtr** » Tue Apr 12, 2005 1:35 pm

Hi Micky

I went through the same thinking pattern you earlier this year. Here's what I found
http://www.abercon.co.uk/vtr1000/phpBB2 ... php?t=3707