You will get use to it.And start to like it.Jack
Pig9r
Living Legend
Not with a K&N out of the package. Never heard of MAP problems, the wire in MAF sensors, I have heard of problems with that after someone douches the filter in oil.
throttlegripper
.020 Over
Just got back from a 60km ride, and I think you might be right, busajack. I'm getting use to the new noises.
I run my K&Ns almost dry because of that.Pull one off and stick your finger as far in as you can and feel the port for the sensor is towards the top of the throttle bodys which helps keep the oll out. BJC Map or Maf it will get to them sooner or later.
mjbell1
Supercharged
Air Filters k
Has anybody done any digging into air flow for the KN2204 under seat filter versus
the three RU2780's? The decription for the 2780 are three filters for use on a single
Triumph triple 900/1200. The 2204 is listed just for thr RocketIII. Thats quite a
difference in displacement.
I'll given KN a call tomorrow to get the airflow info on these. Also for those worried about getting the filters wet, KN sells a Dry Charge bag that is water repellant but does not reduce air flow that goes over the filter. Have one installed in my truck works fine keeps any water/mud clumps from penetrating the filter. mjbell2
Has anybody done any digging into air flow for the KN2204 under seat filter versus
the three RU2780's? The decription for the 2780 are three filters for use on a single
Triumph triple 900/1200. The 2204 is listed just for thr RocketIII. Thats quite a
difference in displacement.
I'll given KN a call tomorrow to get the airflow info on these. Also for those worried about getting the filters wet, KN sells a Dry Charge bag that is water repellant but does not reduce air flow that goes over the filter. Have one installed in my truck works fine keeps any water/mud clumps from penetrating the filter. mjbell2
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Pig9r
Living Legend
Yes, it was figured out before that the three 2780's didn't offer the same flow rate as the underseat K&N, however K&N stated you can expect better flow with the 2780s mounted directly to the throttle bodies. Everyone I know that has done the triples has had increased hp.
mjbell1
Supercharged
KN Air Flow
Spoke with K&N this morning. The TD2204 underseat flowed 491.64 CFM
The individual RU2780 flowed 191.02. The math shows a gain of 81.42CFM
over the underseat filter. Not counting the reduced length of draw without
the air intake. Final result more air, cooler, more HP.
Spoke with K&N this morning. The TD2204 underseat flowed 491.64 CFM
The individual RU2780 flowed 191.02. The math shows a gain of 81.42CFM
over the underseat filter. Not counting the reduced length of draw without
the air intake. Final result more air, cooler, more HP.
mjbell1
Supercharged
K&N Temperature
That thought crossed my mind concerning cooler air. I tried a little experiment, while riding at about 30 MPH I reached over and felt the temperature of the throttle bodies. The temperature at the base of the TB was warmer than air temperature but not that hot considering the location. Most or all of the heat coming from convection with the engine block. About a third of the way up the TB was at air temperature, cool. My overflow tank is mounted in the old air filter location so I get better air flow on the number 1 cylinder which was still a little warmer than 2 and 3. I think loss of power to heat is a non-issue, we are most likely gaining power from the cooler air flow. My hand was calibrated last week, but your results may vary.
That thought crossed my mind concerning cooler air. I tried a little experiment, while riding at about 30 MPH I reached over and felt the temperature of the throttle bodies. The temperature at the base of the TB was warmer than air temperature but not that hot considering the location. Most or all of the heat coming from convection with the engine block. About a third of the way up the TB was at air temperature, cool. My overflow tank is mounted in the old air filter location so I get better air flow on the number 1 cylinder which was still a little warmer than 2 and 3. I think loss of power to heat is a non-issue, we are most likely gaining power from the cooler air flow. My hand was calibrated last week, but your results may vary.
mjbell1
Supercharged
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